How to mitigate risk for data asset destruction
Risk Mitigation may be on the board agenda, but failure to understand the extent and damage of a data breach due to weak “Chain of Custody” processes is endemic. It won’t be long before a business is found guilty of having irresponsibly disposed of its IT equipment and sensitive data assets. The Information Commissioner’s Office […]
IT Security challenges facing the Finance and Banking industry
Earlier this week our Commercial Director, Steve Inglessis, attended the Security IT Summit at the Canary Wharf, London. This summit aims to bring together delegates and suppliers in a series of one-to-one meetings and seminars – providing opportunities to network with fellow senior leaders of IT security. In this blog, Steve reflects on the experience […]
Data Asset Destruction is the weak link in Data Security
A recent White Paper published by Experian stated that almost 30% of businesses don’t have plans in place to deal with data security threats! This is astonishing. With cyber security threats from WannaCry ransomware attacks to hard drives being sold online that still contain residual data – why is it that businesses do not understand […]
The biggest risk to data security in your business
Recent events have once again put cyber security back at the top of the boardroom agenda. Most likely every business operating in the UK has revised its data security policy and vowed to invest more money in strengthening its defenses. But why should it take an attack on the scale of ‘WannaCry’ to kick start […]
DataRaze officially unveiled at infosecurity Europe 2017
We are proud to announce that on 06 June 2017 we will officially unveil DataRaze at the infosecurity Europe 2017 at stand A20. infosecurity Europe 2017, is billed as “the region’s number one information security event featuring Europe’s largest and most comprehensive conference programme, with over 360 exhibitors showcasing the most relevant information security solutions […]
Three Methods of Data Destruction
When it comes to the management of data, especially the physical management of confidential data which is obsolete, ensuring that you have a risk-free, compliant and secure method for its management and disposal is fundamental. Organisations that fail to appropriately address data management and data disposal run the risk of data breaches, regulatory violation and […]
Securely disposing of end of life data
In preparation of GDPR, it is vital that your business has a process in place to securely and responsibly dispose of end of life data assets. Getting a robust process in place and educating your staff is crucial – not only to protect your own business data, but also to protect any data you may […]
Jargon Buster: The Top Phrases in IT Asset Disposal Explained
IT Asset Disposal technology is always advancing – and understanding new tech phrases is essential if a business is to successfully adapt and change. With the arrival of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in May 2018, organisations will face a raft of new data protection, retention and destruction requirements. Which means a new […]
Pressing Delete Will Not Guarantee Erasure of Data
For most of us when we press the delete key we feel assured that the data is no longer available. However, we all need to start thinking about where those files go after we have hit the button. If the data is not of a personal or sensitive nature then there isn’t a huge concern. […]
The Chief Data Officer – how a CDO can change your business
Data is a company’s largest asset – deserving a place on the balance sheet and to be highlighted as the lifeblood of the organisation. But it only has true value when used effectively. If not, a business is floundering in the dark, with unseen opportunities and inevitable mistakes. Harnessing data is imperative. Responsibility for this […]
