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Latest Articles

Expert insights on information security and compliance topics

GDPR Compliance

GDPR in 2025: Key Changes and Enforcement Trends

An analysis of how GDPR enforcement has evolved and what organizations should focus on in 2025.

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Ransomware Protection

Ransomware Protection: Beyond Backups

Comprehensive strategies to protect your organization from increasingly sophisticated ransomware attacks.

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Virtual CISO

The Rise of the Virtual CISO: When Does It Make Sense?

Exploring the benefits and considerations of engaging a Virtual CISO for your organization.

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ISO 27001

ISO 27001:2022 - Key Changes and Implementation Tips

A practical guide to understanding and implementing the latest version of ISO 27001.

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AI Security

AI Security and Compliance: Navigating the New Frontier

Understanding the security and compliance implications of implementing AI in your organization.

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Supply Chain Security

Supply Chain Security: Lessons from Recent Breaches

How to assess and mitigate security risks in your vendor ecosystem based on recent incidents.

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Comprehensive Guides

Detailed resources to help you navigate complex security and compliance challenges

Building Your Information Security Program

A step-by-step guide to creating and implementing an effective information security program for organizations of all sizes.

45 pages 1,245 downloads
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GDPR Compliance Checklist

A comprehensive checklist to assess your organization's GDPR compliance status and identify areas for improvement.

28 pages 2,187 downloads
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Incident Response Playbook

A practical guide to preparing for, responding to, and recovering from security incidents and data breaches.

36 pages 978 downloads
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Security Awareness Training Guide

A comprehensive guide to developing and implementing an effective security awareness program for your organization.

32 pages 856 downloads
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Downloadable Templates

Ready-to-use resources to jumpstart your security and compliance initiatives

Information Security Policy Template

A customizable template for creating a comprehensive information security policy for your organization.

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Data Protection Impact Assessment

A structured template for conducting DPIAs as required by GDPR and other privacy regulations.

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Vendor Security Assessment Questionnaire

A comprehensive questionnaire to evaluate the security posture of your vendors and service providers.

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Security Incident Response Form

A template for documenting security incidents from detection through resolution and lessons learned.

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Risk Assessment Matrix

A template for identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing information security risks.

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Data Processing Agreement

A template agreement for establishing GDPR-compliant terms with data processors.

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Webinars & Events

Live and recorded sessions on key security and compliance topics

APR 15

Preparing for the UK's Data Protection Reform

An overview of the proposed changes to UK data protection law and how organizations should prepare.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM BST Presented by Ian Gowen
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MAY 10

ISO 27001:2022 Implementation Workshop

A practical session on implementing the latest version of ISO 27001, focusing on the key changes and challenges.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM BST Presented by Ian Gowen
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JUN 05

Building a Cost-Effective Security Program

Learn how to develop and implement an effective security program with limited resources.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM BST Presented by Ian Gowen
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GDPR Webinar

GDPR Five Years Later: Lessons Learned

A retrospective look at GDPR enforcement and key lessons for organizations.

Recorded March 12, 2025 60 minutes
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Incident Response Webinar

Incident Response Tabletop Exercise

A simulated security incident with real-time response and analysis.

Recorded February 8, 2025 90 minutes
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Board Reporting Webinar

Effective Security Reporting for Boards and Executives

How to communicate security and compliance matters effectively to leadership.

Recorded January 15, 2025 60 minutes
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Yes, all templates are designed for business use. You're welcome to customize them to fit your organization's specific needs. However, they are provided as starting points and should be adapted to your specific context and requirements.

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