Category: Advent IM Blog

• 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 […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• Advent IM Blog

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, more commonly referred to as Martyn’s Law, has received Royal Assent after a gruelling six-year campaign by Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, after who the law has been named. Martyn was one of 22 people killed in the Manchester Arena terror attack in 2017, and the public […]

• by Anthony Orjally
• Advent IM Blog

For decades, information assurance in UK policing has relied heavily on accreditation processes and the Risk Management and Accreditation Document Set (RMADS). While these frameworks provided a degree of structure, they often fell short in agility, technical relevance, and real-world application. In response to evolving threats and the changing landscape of digital policing, Secure by […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• Advent IM Blog

Join Isabel Forkin, Managing Consultant at BSI Digital Trust Consulting, as she teams up with D3IP and Advent IM for a practical session on meeting MOD Secure by Design requirements. 🗓 Wednesday 14 May 2025 🕛 12:00pm 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eYz6BHU8 This expert-led webinar will explore how suppliers can meet Secure by Design expectations through […]