Safeguard your business buying with 2-Step verification
Cybersecurity threats are on the rise and securing sensitive business information is more critical than ever. Procurement teams oversee purchasing, supply chain management and sensitive data, including payment methods and supplier details. Protecting this data is not just a priority—it's a necessity.
Protect your Amazon Business account from risks by implementing 2-Step Verification (2SV), which can be configured in minutes and significantly reduce risk of unauthorized access.
What is 2-Step Verification (2SV)?
2-Step Verification, sometimes called 2-Factor Authentication, is an additional security layer that helps safeguard your sensitive business information. It requires not only your password but, a second form of identification. This could be a verification code sent to your phone or an app-generated code at the time of login. Select the method that aligns with your security preferences and device availability.
By adding this extra step, you significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Even if a bad actor gains access to your password, they won’t be able to log in without this second layer of authentication.
What enable 2-Step Verification (2SV)?
With 2-Step Verification enabled, only verified users can alter permissions, make purchases, or modify payment methods, helping protect the integrity of the account. By implementing 2-Step Verification, you:
- Protect sensitive business information from unauthorized access
- Safeguard your payment methods and order history
- Reduce the risk of fraud by requiring an extra step for login
- Follow cybersecurity best practices for your business operations
“The challenges procurement leaders face are complex – and no one is immune to cybersecurity threats. Business leaders can mitigate concerns by encouraging users to implement protections available through their Amazon Business account, without creating bottlenecks. Updating your account settings takes minutes, and the extra layer of security provides your organization with peace of mind.”
— Rajiv Bhatnagar, Director, Amazon Business
Getting set up on your Amazon Business account
Implementing 2-Step Verification on your account takes minutes, and must be done by each individual. Procurement leaders and account administrators can encourage their users to enable within their business settings. Here are the steps:
- Login to your Amazon Business account
- Navigate to Your Account and select Login & Security.
- Find the 2-Step Verification Settings section and click Turn on
- Choose your preferred method for verification: via SMS (text message) or using an authenticator app such as AWS Virtual MFA, Google Authenticator, or Microsoft Authenticator
- Complete setup by entering the verification code sent to your device.
Adding 2-Step Verification to your Amazon Business account is a simple way to help reduce the risk of fraud, ensure regulatory compliance, and build trust among stakeholders. If you have any questions or need assistance, our customer support team is ready to help.
Take the next step in securing your business transactions by implementing 2-Step Verification today
