Tag: data protection

News and information from the Advent IM team.

Hook, Line, and Sinker: Don’t Let Phishing Emails Reel You In! #CSAM

  • 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 […]

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Advent IM finalists at the inaugural Real Cyber Awards this November!

  • 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 […]

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“This legislation is no longer fit for purpose” post from Mike Gillespie

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 […]

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Safeguarding Your Business in the UK: The Role of Advent IM Data Protection Consultants

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 […]

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Top Tips: Business Continuity Management #BusinessContinuityWeek

  • 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 […]

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