Ransomware Chaos: Starbucks Reverts to Manual Operations

A recent ransomware attack forced Starbucks managers to go back to the basics — managing schedules and payments using pen and paper. What happened?

The attack hit Starbucks’ software supplier, which handles scheduling systems for their 11000 stores. With the system locked, Starbucks had no choice but to move scheduling processes offline until the issue was resolved.

This incident is a powerful reminder of the disruption poorly managed cybersecurity can cause. Imagine the countless extra hours of manual work, the strain on customer service, and the financial losses.

Ransomware is a costly business: In the first half of 2024, the average ransom demand exceeded $5 million, with businesses often paying even more in recovery costs and downtime. Cybercriminals thrive on chaos, locking you out of your own systems, grinding operations to a halt, and demanding payment to restore access.

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