Huawei's excellent performance in information security and trade secret management has set an example for other companies, especially high-tech companies. When new employees join the company, they must sign an employment contract that includes confidentiality duties and receive training on "information security and confidentiality awareness". They are also required to take at least one online information security exam each year.
Huawei has a dedicated Cyber Security Department, which is responsible for the company's information security management. The department is complemented by the Global Cyber Security Officer and the Global Cyber Security Committee, which is chaired by the Vice Chairman and Rotating CEO. This leadership structure ensures the development and implementation of a cybersecurity strategy, as well as an internal cybersecurity assurance system.
Huawei has formulated a series of comprehensive information security management regulations, including the Information Confidentiality Management Regulations and the Personal Computer Security Management Regulations. These provisions are summarized in the Information Security Policy, Standards and Management Provisions (i.e., Information Security***) and are continuously revised and improved. These management specifications cover computer management, personnel security, document confidentiality and other aspects, ensuring all-round coverage of information security.
There is an unwritten rule in Huawei's product strategy: we will never produce application-oriented or general-purpose software, and all developed software and hardware must be used. In addition, Huawei's R&D approach by project and region ensures that no single person or department can grasp all the information about the product, which greatly reduces the risk of leakage. This design method of global synchronous remote development enables the product to be developed simultaneously in multiple regions, which not only ensures the efficiency of development, but also enhances the security of information.
Huawei has adopted the most stringent approach to information security protection, including system design, management authorization design, and technology design. In terms of system design, Huawei has a set of strict management documents, and violators will bear serious consequences. In terms of management and authorization design, Huawei has established processes and system specifications based on the international information security architecture to ensure that only necessary personnel have access to relevant technologies, and such access is carried out under strict control and supervision. In terms of technical design, Huawei has adopted the method of dismembering products for cross-regional development, and strictly controls and manages all R&D networks to ensure information security and integrity.
A sound information security and trade secret protection system is of great significance to protect an organization's critical information assets and maintain a competitive advantage. Through this system, Huawei is able to respond quickly to information systems that are compromised, ensuring business continuity and minimizing losses. This also provides confidence and assurance to Huawei's business partners and customers.