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Our SME cyber security report is live!
With cyber security becoming a hot topic due to the rise in remote working, we set out at the beginning of 2021 to find out how vulnerable SMEs are to cyber-attack, and what they are doing to protect themselves.
5 things businesses need to do to survive the next pandemic
There’s light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, but what can businesses do to make sure they’re on the front foot if another pandemic takes the world by storm?
Under attack: how ready are SMEs for a cyber-attack?
The rapid switch to remote working turned business cyber security on its head. But how prepared are SMEs for a cyber-attack, and how strong are their defences? To find out, we went and asked them.
Upgrade your information security with ISO 27701
Take your information security systems up a notch and prove that your business knows how to keep personal information safe with a new management system. Introducing ISO 27701…
Get ready for Brexit with a data protection checklist
From 1 January we will no longer be a member of the EU, and this means that there will be changes when it comes to the way we handle personal data. To help you make sure you’re ready, take a look at our Brexit checklist.
Cyber security after COVID-19: what should businesses do next?
COVID-19 is still far from being banished to the back of our minds, but with the dust settling on many hastily put-together remote working solutions, what should businesses do next to shore up their information security?
Are your cyber policies up to scratch for the ‘new normal’?
Whether working remotely, heading back to the office or switching between the two, the ‘new normal’ in the wake of the pandemic has put IT teams and cyber policies under strain. But what are the risks of our new working lives, and how can you keep your business secure?
Get educated in ISO 27001 - Higher standards for higher education
With the potential for financial loss, legal action and privacy violations, colleges and HEIs can no longer afford to ignore cyber threats. And with the recent new requirement for colleges and HEIs to have ISO 27001 certification, now is the time to act, before it’s too late.
Information Commissioner's Office updates their Data Protection guidance
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has updated their guidance on Subject Access Requests. Read more about the changes and how they affect your business.
5 Cloud Security Tips For Keeping Your Business Data Safe
Cloud storage presents many benefits for the convenient availability of data, but confidentiality risks should be considered at all times. Here are five tips to tighten your cloud security:
ISO 27001: an education
Colleges and other education establishments are now required to implement ISO 27001 as part of their 2019/2020 contracts
British Airways fine: a warning to all
If data protection hasn’t crossed your mind much since the GDPR came into effect last year, then this month’s shocking announcement by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) might give you pause.
10 Information Security Tips for Small Businesses
Read our tips on how small and micro businesses can protect themselves from information security threats
What is a Data Protection Impact Assessment?
Following recent updates to privacy legislation, businesses now need to build data protection into their products and processes right from the design stages.
How will data protection rules change after Brexit?
It seems like the UK’s exit from the EU is just around the corner, and there are still so many questions on what will change and how businesses will be affected.
How the GDPR stole Christmas
Since the GDPR came into force in May this year, there has been a lot of confusion and misconceptions surrounding the new regulations and how they apply to both businesses and individuals.
Information Security – Compliance and Certification
Information security isn’t a brand-new subject, but rapid advances in technology over recent years have made it much more challenging for organisations to protect personal data. Find out how you can protect your business.
What is the role of a Data Protection Officer?
With extra focus being placed on data protection in recent months, many organisations are left asking questions about their responsibilities toward it, especially over topics such as if they need to assign a Data Protection Officer. Find out more about this role and how it fits i
GDPR - Understanding your rights
In today's digital world, almost every interaction you have with an organisation will involve the sharing of your personal data. Find out what rights you have when it comes to your personal data.
Does ISO 27001 provide GDPR Compliance
Implementing the ISO 27001 Management System does not necessarily mean that you have fulfilled your responsibilities as a business handling personal data in accordance with the GDPR, but it does mean you're well on your way.
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