A Guide for Sponsors: Risk Management and Lessons Learned
Although the term “lessons learned” is commonly heard now, many organisations, certainly in Australia, do not actually utilise this valuable opportunity for risk management. Continue Reading
Project Governance
The Key to Project Success
ICT leaders can demonstrate the value of ICT by informing other executives within their organisations of the risks and success stories associated with projects and, by promoting learning for the governance function. Continue Reading
A Guide for Sponsors: How to achieve the best return on investment in your project
Clearly identified project benefits and a benefits review are key to achieving the best return on investment for your organisation.
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A Guide for Project Sponsors: How to Get the Best from Your Project Manager
The Project Manager plays a central role in achieving delivery of a successful project. So, it’s worth considering how to get the best possible outcomes from whomever you’ve appointed to that role. Continue Reading
3 tips to get support for your project from the Executive Leadership Team
Funding, organisational engagement and support is essential for any successful project. Unfortunately, we often see projects that go unsupported because the formal basics weren’t developed to justify the initiative. Continue Reading
Ways to avoid IT project disasters
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Documentation and Technical Writing
How to create a collaborative ICT security culture in your organisation
The answer is to embed your ICT Security Policy. Continue Reading
Is password security a risk in your organisation?
Majority of cyber attacks linked to compromised user names and passwords. Continue Reading
A 5-point checklist to support compliance with the Notifiable Data Breaches Scheme
The introduction of the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme last month will shine a spotlight on ICT security and compliance for Australian organisations. Continue Reading
Attention the C-suite: does your organisation have the necessary information and records protections?
News recently broke of an extraordinary breach of national security following the discovery of highly sensitive cabinet documents in two old filing cabinets bought at a second-hand shop in Canberra. Continue Reading
How to minimise the risk of reputational damage due to a data breach
There’s no question the level of trust and confidence customers have in a brand directly impacts profitability. The reputation of a business is essential to survival. Continue Reading
Third party suppliers and data security; are you managing your risk?
Just this morning, we’ve seen the publicity regarding the contractor breach exposing 50,000 Aussie government and bank staff records. And recently, much media attention was given to the theft of confidential technical information about new fighter jets, navy vessels, and surveillance aircraft from an Australian defence contractor. Continue Reading
New penalties for data breaches are costly; can you afford to ignore the risk?
In February 2018, new legislation for mandatory data breach notifications will be introduced as an amendment to the Australian Privacy Act. This amendment will apply to all organisations required to comply with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and could result in penalties for non-compliance of up to $1.7M for organisations and $300,000 for Directors. Continue Reading
3 Steps You Can Take Now To Avoid A Data Breach
The recent data breach at US credit reporting firm Equifax provides a valuable lesson. Continue Reading
Senior Leaders: what questions are you asking today about ICT security?
Does your organisation have up to date well documented ICT security policies?
Does your organisation have up to date well documented procedures for ICT security (like patching, which is the vulnerability exploited in the WannaCry hack)? Continue Reading
Policies and Procedures are the foundation for your security strategy. Are they up to date?
Opinion piece published by CSO online concerning updates to documentation. Continue Reading
