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- The 12 Biggest Cloud Security Threats Facing Your Organization - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Michael PetersCloud computing has opened up a world of opportunities for businesses, but it has also resulted in new cyber security threats. Some of these mirror the threats organizations have been combating on premises for years, while others are unique to the cloud. What are the top cloud security threats ...
Views: 960 - The 6 Most Common Cyber Security Mistakes Your Employees Are Making - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2019 from Michael PetersWith an estimated 90% of cyber attacks caused by human error or behavior, it’s important to understand the most common cyber security mistakes your employees are probably making and know how to mitigate them. Becoming victims of phishing schemes Stolen login credentials are the most common ...
Views: 1038 - The 7 Cyber Attacks That Defined 2017 - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2017 from Michael PetersCyber criminals upped their game in 2017, launching everything from cryptocurrency thefts to international ransomware attacks. Here, we examine seven of the worst cyber attacks of 2017. 1. The Equifax Breach Any list of the worst cyber attacks of 2017 would be remiss if it did not include ...
Views: 954 - The absolute necessity of lone worker monitoring system in today’s work environments. - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2016 from Jeo NashThere are works situations today that need the workers to operate on their own due to shift patterns that are prevalent in most companies, or work in remote places due to the nature of their work. As a business owner or a proprietor of a company it is your duty to check on these workers who are ...
Views: 1193 - The Benefits of Professional Event Security Hire Melbourne Teams - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2024 from Stephen RobertIn Melbourne's vibrant event scene, ensuring the safety and security of attendees is paramount. Whether it's a corporate conference, a music festival, or a sporting event, having professional security teams in place is essential for the success and peace of mind of organizers and participants ...
Views: 229 - The Best 11 online payment processing services in 2023 - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2023 from Adler ConwayIn today's digital age, online payment processing services have become the backbone of e-commerce and electronic transactions. The convenience, security, and efficiency offered by these services have transformed the way businesses and individuals conduct financial transactions online. As we ...
Views: 361 - The Cost of One Cyber Attack Can Cripple an SMB - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2019 from Michael PetersCost is arguably the biggest impediment to robust, proactive cyber security at small and medium sized businesses (SMBs). SMBs are aware of the need to secure their systems and data, but when presented with a solution, the costs may give them pause. Some of them think that hackers are interested ...
Views: 1106 - The Evolution of Security Guard Services in Melbourne's Digital Age - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2024 from Stephen RobertIn the bustling metropolis of Melbourne, security guard services have long been a staple in maintaining public safety and protecting private property. However, as we step into the digital age, the role of security guards is undergoing a significant evolution, adapting to emerging technologies ...
Views: 227 - The FedRAMP Assessment Process: Tips for Writing a FedRAMP SSP - by Submitted on May 23, 2019 from Michael PetersA FedRAMP SSP (System Security Plan) is the bedrock of a FedRAMP assessment and the primary document of the security package in which a cloud service provider (CSP) details their system architecture, data flows and authorization boundaries, and all security controls and their ...
Views: 1209 - The Importance Of Effective Risk Management In CFD Trading - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Abby SierraCFD trading is like any other form of financial trading in that it does have its own risks. It's important to understand that whenever you participate in CFD trading, there is no guarantee of success. You have to leverage your assets in order to gain the highest probability of success. With ...
Views: 1131 - The importance of Enterprise Risk Management for your company's growth - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from francesca knapRegulating risk in business takes more than the willingness to expand only when all possible negative repercussions have been considered and avoided. It takes cautious risk assessment that involves research and careful planning. Hiring professional risk management people is one way to ...
Views: 1206 - The Importance of Investigating Workplace Accidents for Your Business - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Dr Paul ReynekeThe last thing anyone wants or needs is an accident in the workplace, which means putting in place accident prevention measures to ensure that your workplace is as safe as it is reasonably possible to be. However, as we all know, accidents can and do happen and it is the proper investigation of ...
Views: 1720 - The Importance of Problem Tracking in Your Collections Department - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from HighRadius CorporationIn many companies, the collections department is seen as a sort of gatekeeper for the administration and resolution of deductions and other problems. The credit staff does not typically have the decision making power to finalize a resolution to problem receivables but needs to do all they can ...
Views: 1101 - The Importance of Safety and Environment in the Mining Industry - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Howard SmithMining is known to be one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. Reported disasters since the early 1900s have resulted to many lives lost. In 2009, several fatalities were reported in China during the Heilongjiang mining explosion. Major disasters in this industry can result to more ...
Views: 4999 - The Incredible Story Of Your Waste - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Patrick ThompsonHave you ever wondered about what happens to your household waste after it’s picked up from the end of your driveway? While not all of us have answered an astounding “YES” to this question, the trip your waste takes after it leaves your home is an incredible story of technology, ingenuity and ...
Views: 1337 - The NSA Hack and the Sorry State of Cyber Security - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Michael PetersIn the hit USA Network series Mr. Robot, a rogue group of hacktivists target major corporations and the government. In a recent episode, the group enlists the help of a malicious insider to hack the FBI. Sound far-fetched? Maybe not: Around the same time this episode aired, an anonymous group of ...
Views: 859 - The Pros and Cons of Buying Pre-Set Solar Consultations - by Submitted on May 24, 2024 from Perfect Home DefenseIn the rapidly growing solar industry, companies constantly seek effective ways to connect with potential customers. One increasingly popular method is purchasing pre-set solar consultations. This approach involves buying appointments with homeowners who have expressed interest in solar energy ...
Views: 214 - The Risk Of Not Running A Social Media Background Check On Your Future Hires - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2017 from Max DruckerHiring a third party to run a social media background check on your applicants may seem unethical for some. A number of people think that having an online investigation is like spying and that these subjects are entitled to have their private lives that are separate from their professional ones. ...
Views: 909 - The Serious Job of Protecting Client Information - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2019 from Susan Friesen6 Important Small Business Cyber Security Tips Chances are, you think twice before entering your credit card information online to buy something, watch out for malicious links in emails and keep your PC updated against viruses, spyware and hackers. However, how much thought do you put ...
Views: 1269 - The Significance Of Light In Business Promotion - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Noel AlmiranteWe can appreciate all the things around us because light from an object can transfer through space and reach our eyes. As the light stretches through our eyes, signals are lead to our brain, and our brain interprets the information in order to distinguish the presence, position and movement of ...
Views: 1198 - The Six Worst Data Breaches of 2016 - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Michael PetersAs 2016 comes to an end, we look back at six of the year’s worst data breaches and what went wrong. It seems like not a day went by this year without reports of yet another major data breach, or two or three data breaches. From healthcare to fast food to adult entertainment, no industry was ...
Views: 959 - The Stress-Free Move Hasn’t Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Scott McNelleyThe Stress-Free Move Hasn't Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… Did you know moving consistently ranks among the top ten most stressful life events? Because of the total disruption in your routine and having your belongings in a state of upheaval, moving can truly be ...
Views: 1861 - The Thin Line Between The Legal And Illegal Practices In Social Media Screening - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Max DruckerThe rise in the number of companies that are hiring social media screening companies to help them in their hiring process from 2006 has increased to an incredible 500%. Although there are still some doubts, one should ask themselves if they really need to have their future employees undergo a ...
Views: 1205 - The Time is Now: Take Charge of Your Security and Mitigate Risk - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2019 from eWomenNetwork MarketingAll things must come to an end! Microsoft is officially ending support for all laptops & desktops, as well as servers that are running off of Windows 7 & Server 2008 operating systems- and this date is here to stay! After January 14th, 2020 Windows 7 & Server 2008 will continue to run, but will ...
Views: 1199 - The Top 5 Cyber Threats to the Healthcare Industry - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2019 from Michael PetersThe financial impact of cyber attacks can be devastating, especially to small organizations. The HHS points out that the healthcare industry has the highest data breach cost of any industry, at an average of $408 per record and $2.2 million per organization. In 2016, the healthcare industry as a ...
Views: 1564 - The Top Cyber Security Threats Facing Enterprises in 2019 - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2018 from Michael PetersThe cyber threat environment is becoming more dangerous every day. A recent survey by the World Economic Forum revealed that cyber-attacks were the number-one concern of executives in Europe and other advanced economies. As we approach the winter holidays and the end of the year, let’s ...
Views: 1436 - The Ultimate Guide to Online Casinos: Everything You Need to Know - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2024 from hassam khThe world of online casinos has revolutionized the gambling industry, offering unparalleled convenience, variety, and entertainment to players worldwide. Whether you’re a seasoned gambler or a curious newcomer, understanding the nuances of online casinos can enhance your gaming experience and ...
Views: 91 - The various situations where worker’s safety is at risk. - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2016 from Jeo NashInformation is power, in every situation for everyone at any point of time. In today’s world, there are circumstances where people have to work in high risk environment. In such scenarios, it is of utmost importance that the person who is working alone should have a way to communicate with his ...
Views: 857 - The World’s Most Dangerous Jobs - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisFor the majority of us, we have cosy 9–5 office jobs where the primary occupational hazards are getting a papercut or spilling hot coffee all over your desk and work. If you think your job is stressful, have you ever considered that earning a living may cost some workers their lives? Workplace ...
Views: 972 - The WPA3 WiFi Security Standard: What Your Enterprise Needs to Know - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2018 from Michael PetersAccording to the Wi-Fi Alliance, there are now more IoT devices than there are humans on Earth, and over 50% of internet traffic travels through wireless networks. As people’s dependence on connected devices has grown, free public WiFi has become insanely popular, but it’s also insanely ...
Views: 929 - The Yahoo Breach and M&A Due Diligence - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Michael PetersThe Yahoo hack demonstrates that cyber security has become a fundamental part of M&A transactions. Data breaches and a failure to comply with governmental and industry standards can impact a company in many ways, as Yahoo is finding out the hard way. The company’s recent disclosure of a ...
Views: 1071 - The “Science” of Workplace Communication & Performance Management - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Skip WeismanWhen I was in school I did virtually anything I could to avoid science classes. For some reason they didn’t interest me and bored me to death. The interesting thing was as a young boy I was totally enamored with astronauts and the United States efforts to put men on the moon and return them ...
Views: 1175 - Things that make your business high-risk - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from kuza biasharaLet’s face it. Only 10 out of 20 manage to stay in business and fewer manage to rake in profits. Why? Because in all probabilities they launched businesses for all the wrong reasons. Perhaps they had to encounter a number of risks in business, but lacked the art of business risk management and ...
Views: 1065 - Things to Consider Before Hiring Professional Security in Melbourne & Sydney - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2024 from Stephen RobertWhen it comes to hiring professional security in Melbourne & Sydney, there are several things to consider before making your decision. These factors can greatly impact the success of your security strategy and ensure that you are making a wise investment in the safety and protection of your ...
Views: 245 - Things to consider when returning to work post COVID-19 - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2020 from Peter WatsonThe ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted the way in which the majority of businesses function and many have chosen, or been forced, to work remotely to ensure the safety of staff and customers. However, with the UK lockdown restrictions easing and the majority of businesses ...
Views: 1043 - Third-Party Breaches: How Secure are Your Vendors? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Michael PetersVerizon, Trump Hotels, and the RNC are Among the Recent Victims of Third-Party Breaches Even if your own cyber security is up to snuff, your organization could be at risk of third-party breaches if your business partners are not as diligent as you are. Verizon just learned this lesson the ...
Views: 954 - Thousands of Websites Infected in Massive Cryptojacking Attack - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2018 from Michael PetersThousands of websites, including government sites in the United States, the U.K., and Australia, were ensnared in an international cryptojacking scheme, The Register reports: The affected sites all use a fairly popular plugin called Browsealoud, made by Brit biz Texthelp, which reads out ...
Views: 917 - Three Steps To Setting Out a Basel III-Ready Data Warehouse - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Graz Sweden ABLots and Lots of Data To better appreciate the magnitude of the challenge that lies ahead for banks with the coming into effect of Basel 3, let's place it in its proper context. First the financial services industry holds enormous amounts of data - probably more than any other sector of ...
Views: 2215 - Tips for Combating Shadow IT Usage in the Enterprise - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2018 from Michael PetersShadow IT is a very serious and growing threat to IT compliance and cyber security, and most organizations have no idea how common it really is. This article will examine some of the risks of shadow IT and discuss ways in which organizations can curb it. What Is Shadow IT? Shadow IT refers ...
Views: 927 - Tips To Dissolve Vulnerability, How Asset Protection Can Guard Small Business Owners - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Jackson Madix CooperSmall business owners have a lot of things to worry about, but losing their assets should not be one of them. Protecting themselves from liability is a big part of making sure that a small business owner's personal and business assets are not at risk. There are several things that small business ...
Views: 1748 - Tips to Remember When Shopping Online - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2019 from Calida JenkinsThe internet has changed many things, especially the way we do our shopping. Whereas we had to physically go down to the shops before the internet became widely used, now we can just sit at home with our laptop and credit card and have everything we buy delivered to our door. However, online ...
Views: 1285 - To Get the Technology for Solvency II Right, Insurers Must First Get Workflows Right - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Graz Sweden ABSolvency II has 3 pillars - Pillar I that address capital requirements, Pillar II that is focused on workflow, governance and audit, while Pillar 3 details the framework for reporting. Unsurprisingly, Pillar I has attracted the most attention with insurers evaluating their entire business to ...
Views: 869 - TOP 10 ESSENTIAL TOOLS NEEDED FOR WORK FROM HOME – IMPORTANCE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND TIMESHEET TOOLS - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2021 from Smart AdminThe ongoing crisis of COVID-19 compels employers around the globe for introducing programs to support their employee’s work remotely. With the Centers for Disease and Prevention predicting that COVID-19 impacts will continue until 2021, remote work is likely to become a new standard as ...
Views: 873 - Top 10 Pre-Construction Company in Las Vegas - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2020 from Maqsood RahmanPre-construction services in Las Vegas is the precondition of a construction project's success. It's as essential as the project's physical foundation. Throughout the early planning phases of a project, the client works closely with his design team and construction company (general ...
Views: 1135 - Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid While Selecting QA Company - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2018 from Darsh TQuality Assurance starts from the very first stage of software development and experienced QA has to be actively involved in each stage of the Software Development Life Cycle. Taking QA services from a third party service provider would be a great decision in many senses. However, you have to ...
Views: 871 - Top Cyber Threats Organizations Are Facing Right Now - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2018 from Michael PetersCyber security is a continuous game of Spy vs. Spy. Every time a new technology is introduced, the potential attack surface expands. The moment one vulnerability is patched, hackers find another way in. Keeping up can feel overwhelming, even for security professionals. In no particular order, ...
Views: 847 - Top Level Executives Pre Employment Screening – Five Steps for Effective Employee Screening! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Muhammad Saad KhanWe have recently seen a top level executive pre employment screening success when Scott Thompson (Former CEO of Yahoo.inc) was caught exaggerating his resume and using a fake degree of computer science. Similar story which was abandoned some years ago as the electronic media, defines the ...
Views: 1739 - Top tips to ensure the safety of employees through secure business car park - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2021 from Adrian RickerseyUnsecured car parks are highly attractive targets for criminals. In addition to the cars themselves, there’s the option to steal their contents. More aggressive criminals might even target pedestrians on their way to and from their vehicles. That’s why it’s vital to ensure that ...
Views: 637 - Training and Qualifications of Hiring Mobile Patrol Security Guard Services in Melbourne - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2024 from Stephen RobertWhen it comes to securing your property, assets, and people, hiring mobile patrol security guard services in Melbourne is a strategic decision. However, one of the critical aspects to consider when hiring security guards is their training and qualifications. Professional mobile patrol security ...
Views: 256 - Trustly to Buy Everything Online Safe and Secure - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2019 from Amit ThakurThere was a time when things were simple. We would work in the job places and were personally paid in hard cash and so was true for business transactions. But with the passage of times, everything has undergone a great deal of sophistication and so has the mode of payments. Besides, worsening ...
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