Category: Advent IM Blog

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

The headlines are unsettling as the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) confirmed a significant data breach affecting individuals who have applied for legal aid in England and Wales since 2010. This isn’t merely a technical glitch; it’s a profound breach of trust, exposing deeply sensitive personal information and casting a harsh spotlight on the persistent issue […]

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer something to consider for the future; it is now integrating itself into business in a variety of ways – it’s here and looks to be staying around awhile!  It promises innovation and being able to handle activities faster but at the same time is highlighting potential challenges from bias, […]

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

Commercial drones offer new horizons for innovation in public services. The UK Government has a pivotal role in shaping regulation, infrastructure, and incentives to support wider adoption. With the right framework, this technology could fundamentally transform how the public sector operates. One example comes from the British Transport Police (BTP), which has become the first […]

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

Learning at work isn’t always easy – but it’s always worth it. As part of Learning at Work Week, I’ve been reflecting on the different types of training I’ve taken part in over the last couple of years. Some were engaging and inspiring. Others… less so. But each one gave me something useful, and that’s […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• Advent IM Blog

Today we remember VE Day — a moment in history that marked the end of World War II in Europe. We honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and those on the home front. Their legacy reminds us of the importance of peace, unity, and gratitude.

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

In this episode, we sit down with James Morris OBE to explore the launch of CSBR — Cyber Security Business Resilience. Learn how this new venture is helping organisations stay secure, resilient, and prepared in an increasingly digital and threat-prone world. Watch the full episode here; https://www.advent-im.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CSBR-Podcast-Audio.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

When we talk about information security and data protection, the conversation almost always pivots to digital: firewalls, phishing, ransomware, cloud storage. But what about the reams of paper sitting in desk drawers, filing cabinets, or recycling bins? Too often, non-digital records are forgotten, and that oversight could very well be your downfall.   Non-Digital ≠ […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• Advent IM Blog

**PRESS RELEASE**   Advent IM Joins ADS Group to Strengthen UK Defence Sector with World-Class Governance, Risk & Compliance Expertise Strengthening their mission to deliver secure, compliant, and resilient solutions across the Defence sector.   Media Contact: Olivia Lawlor Blackburn  +44 (0) 121 559 6699, bestpractice@advent-im.co.uk Date : 25/04/2025 Advent IM, a leading provider of […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• Advent IM Blog

We’re proud to announce that Advent IM is now a member of ADS Group – the UK’s premier trade organisation for companies in the Aerospace, Defence and Security sectors. As a trusted provider of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) consultancy, training, outsourced solutions, and testing services, this milestone reflects our commitment to supporting high-assurance industries […]

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

I recently spoke in the Security Leaders Summit at the Security Event, NEC.  I wanted to talk about getting the perfect serve for information security resilience. I thought I would share a couple of my cocktail-based musings here for anyone who might be interested but missed it. I can’t cover the whole presentation, so I […]