Category: Advent IM Blog

News and information from the Advent IM team.

CASE STUDY | MOD SECURE BY DESIGN (SBD)

NEW Advent IM Client Case Study on MOD Secure by Design (SbD). In this case study, Mike Gillespie, Advent IM CEO, explores the  SbD methodology for risk assurance and highlights its successful adoption by a Defence client in 2024. For many years the methodology used by the MOD to manage the risk to systems, applications […]

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Surveillance vs. Support: The Bossware Balancing Act

Bossware refers to software tools and applications used by employers to monitor and manage employee performance, particularly in remote or hybrid work settings. These tools often include features like time tracking, screen monitoring, activity logging, and productivity analytics. While intended to enhance accountability and efficiency, bossware has sparked debates over privacy, trust, and employee autonomy. […]

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Why UK Private and Independent Schools Have Become a Target for Cybercriminals

Why UK Private and Independent Schools Have Become a Target for Cybercriminals We work extensively in the private and independent school sector and have noticed that over the past five years, UK private and independent schools have increasingly found themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. As these institutions become more reliant on digital platforms for […]

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SMEs: The Ransomware Road Less Travelled (But Highly Exploited!)

SMEs: The Ransomware Road Less Travelled (But Highly Exploited!) Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) often think they’re the little fish in a big pond. With cybercriminals focusing on larger enterprises, why would anyone bother with them, right? Wrong. In fact, many SMEs are prime targets for ransomware attacks, and their supply chains might be the […]

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How security innovation is redefining public sector efficiency and service delivery

Digital transformation is vital for modernising public services, especially those that have a large impact on citizens lives and wellbeing, such as the NHS and HMRC, driving unparalleled improvements in efficiency, service delivery, and long-term resilience. Read the full article by Advent IM CEO, Mike Gillespie,  here. Find Advent IM at Government Transformation Conference on 5-6th November […]

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**PRESS RELEASE** Advent IM Expands Leadership Team with New Board Appointments

**PRESS RELEASE**   Advent IM Expands Leadership Team with New Board Appointments   Media Contact: Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn  +44 (0) 121 559 6699, bestpractice@advent-im.co.uk Date : 29.10.24   New Leadership Additions show Advent IM are Poised for Continued Growth & Innovation within Security Industry   Independent Information GRC, Security Consultancy and Training Provider, Advent IM, are […]

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Why Cybersecurity Awareness is Everyone’s Responsibility in an organisation.

In today’s digital age, there are increasing reports of cyber threats and data breaches, making cybersecurity a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. A common misconception is that cybersecurity is of no concern to an organisation’s entire staff, but instead, just the IT department. The reality is that every individual within an organisation plays […]

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