Are you a data processor or a data controller?
The General Data Protection Regulation that comes into force on May 25th 2018 introduces for the first time direct compliance requirements, and potential financial penalties for data processors.
This is one reason why it’s now more important than ever for businesses to understand what role they are playing in the processing of data. Are you a data processor or a data controller?
IT and Data Trend Predictions for 2018
Technology stands still for no man. IT and Data tech is moving at a faster pace than ever before, as digital technology continues to change every aspect of our lives.
In the business world, 2018 is already shaping up to be an exciting time for IT and Data tech – with opportunities for companies of all sizes.
Here are 6 of our top IT and data trend predictions for the year
2018 Cyber Security Threats – Types of Attack
Cyber-crime is one of the biggest threats facing businesses today. 2017 saw a huge number of different attacks, hacks, high profile breaches, ransomware outbreaks and leaks.
Over the past 12 months, we’ve seen the rise of ransomware, with WannaCry, Petya, NotPetya and Goldeneye.
Vulnerability scanning & automated penetration testing
There is a lot of coverage in the media currently about cybersecurity. There is a reason for this and it has nothing to do with scaremongering as many people seem to believe. It is a fact that cybercrime is growing rapidly and shows no sign of slowing down.
Does Your Business Rely on IT?
Whilst driving to work this morning I was listening to Chris Evans on the radio. He was interviewing a man who owns a slipper factory in Glastonbury. They make and sell over 50 styles of high quality
luxurious slippers. He had worked in the company all his life and described how the company has survived and flourished over many decades, through times of economic ups and downs.
Beware the Insider Threat
It’s fact that organisational and individual digital footprints are getting bigger. An unfortunate consequence of this is it has given the criminal fraternity greater access to our data.
Whilst many organisations are developing an awareness of the growing cyber security threat and are starting to take steps to fight it, others forget...