Tag: data protection

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

In the grand scheme of things, managing a security project can feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle – entertaining for onlookers, but potentially disastrous for you. Enter the unsung heroes of the digital realm: security consultancy firms. Buckle up for a whimsical ride as we uncover why outsourcing your security […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

This is the last part of our security tips for Cyber Security Awareness Month. We hope you have found them helpful and will consider coming to us for support on information security consulting or training in the future. This last post is a crucial one as so many cyber incidents and data breaches are enabled […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

We are thrilled to share that Advent IM and Mike Gillespie have been shortlisted for 2 categories at the inaugural Real Cyber Awards! What are these Awards about? These awards are about the people making a real difference in the virtual world that has impact in the real world. Best Data Protection Service Award Nominees for this […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

The UK government has announced its decision to establish a data bridge with the US, enabling the free flow of personal data between the two regions. Read via InfoSecurityMag.

• by Ellie Hurst
• Advent IM Blog

From our MD, Mike Gillespie. Recently, a couple of high-profile breaches have been caused by information being inappropriately released following Freedom of Information (FOI) requests. The people tasked with fulfilling these requests are, in many public sector organisations, low-pay grade administration assistants, who often do not get adequately trained, and who are being tasked with […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

After the success of their first Open Event back in March, where it was discussed best practices of managing public, semi-public, or private spaces with the use of technology and the impact of Martyn’s Law at the National Museum of Computing in Milton Keynes, Coretech has decided to bring you another event. Happening on Tuesday […]

• by Ellie Hurst
• Advent IM Blog

In the digital age, data has become a valuable asset for businesses, but it also presents significant risks if not adequately protected. For companies operating in the United Kingdom, data protection has become a top priority due to the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). To navigate the complexities of data compliance and […]

• by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
• General

As our video looking at the state of Business Continuity Management (BCM) shows that it is becoming more strategic, it is important for employees to play their part in day-to-day business continuity. BCM involves identifying potential threats to a business and developing strategies to ensure that critical business functions can continue in the event of […]

• by Ellie Hurst
• Advent IM Blog

There has been a marked increase in the number of organisations being notified of a breach, by external parties, according to Mandiant. The response indicated that the share of breaches notified by external parties has gone from 47% in 2021 to 63%.  External parties may be competitors, researchers, bad actors, or even customers. The last […]