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Qantas Taken to Federal Court For Outsourcing 2,000 Jobs
Australia’s Qantas airline is being taken to the Federal Court by the aviation union for its decision to go ahead with the outsourcing of 2,000
Hackers “Unlawfully Access” Vaccine Data in Cyber Attack
Hackers have managed to “unlawfully access” COVID vaccine data after a cyber attack on the European Medicines Agency (EMA) with both Pfizer and BioNTech saying
How To Convince Management to Implement ISO 27001
As we move further into the 21st century, the importance of ISO 27001‘s emphasis on information protection is becoming increasingly clear to organizations. In this
10,000 U.S. Restaurants Have Closed in Three Months
A new report has emerged stating that 10,000 U.S. restaurants have closed their doors in the past three months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with
Explained: The Top Cyber Threats of 2020
In 2020, Cyber threats have grown in their size and complexity since the pandemic hits the world tremendously. Today, we’re going to be talking about
The 5 Trends Shaping Strategic Planning Sessions in 2021
Today we’re going to be talking about the 5 trends that will be shaping strategic planning sessions in 2021. I think it is particularly timely
Bank Admits Employee Sold Data of 200,000 Clients
A South African bank has confirmed that an employee had sold the data of more than 200,000 of its clients to a number of third
PDCA: An Implementation Guide to ISO 27001:2013
There are many different stages when implementing a system like ISO 27001 – Information Security Management System. The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) process originates from quality assurance
Kogan Fined for Misleading Customers with False Sale
Australian retailer Kogan has been fined again for misleading customers with a number of false sale promotions for tax time, with the ACCC handing down
Can You Guess the World’s Top Three Plastic Polluters?
The results are in, and we now know who the world’s top three plastic polluters are; but can you guess which companies are most lacking
Does ISO 27001 Certification Make You More Profitable?
Today we’re going to continue our series and ask a key question: does ISO 27001 certification make you more profitable, and if so, how? The
Australia’s 2020 Cyber Security Strategy at a Glance
In August 2020, the Australian Government released the Cyber Security Strategy to protect its people from cyber threats. The 2020 Strategy will create a more
Japan Plans 2030 Ban for Petrol and Diesel Vehicles
Japan has announced new plans for a 2030 ban on petrol and diesel powered passenger vehicles under a revised environmental management plan from its new
Supermarket Giant Carrefour Hit with €3m GDPR Fines
French supermarket giant Carrefour has been hit with €3m worth of GDPR fines after its financial division was found to be in violation of a
13 Australian Privacy Principles Explained
The Australian Privacy Principles are the mandatory requirements of all Australian Government and Private entities. It applies to all private organizations where the turnover is
What are the requirements of ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 is required to show customers, suppliers, and stakeholders that you can keep information data safe and secure. To become certified to ISO 27001, companies need to undergo evaluation against the standard and need ongoing surveillance audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
Hackers Targeting COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturers: IBM
Technology giant IBM has released a report stating that hackers are targeting COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, attempting to disrupt research efforts and distribution efforts of the
Does ISO 14001 Certification Make You More Profitable?
Today we’re going to take a look at an important question: exactly how does ISO 14001 Certification make you more profitable as a company, and
How Social Media Presence Can Affect Your Employment
Your social media presence could be directly impacting your employment and future opportunities.
Electrician Who Carried 400kg Switchboard Wins $1.3m
A Canberra-based electrician who suffered a number of injuries after he carried a 400kg switchboard has won $1.3m in workers compensation payments after the court
Age of Remote Working Sees Slack Sold for $27.7 Billion
Business messaging platform Slack has been sold for $27.7 billion to Salesforce after a remarkable year in the new age of remote working, which has
Is a Four Day Workweek the Future of Business?
Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, launches a 12 month trial of a four-day workweek in New Zealand.
Are You Engaging Your Prospects in These 4 Key Areas?
Today, we’re going to be talking about whether or not you are engaging your prospects in these 4 key areas, to ensure that your organisation
What Are the ‘Essential 8’ Pillars of Cyber Security?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre’s – ACSC’s – Essential 8 risk management framework is a prioritized list of eight mitigation strategies for organizations to address cyber security
News Agency Refuses to Pay after Ransomware Attack
A Danish news agency has said it refuses to pay hackers in the aftermath of a ransomware attack that saw Denmark’s largest news agency shut
Apple Fined €10m for Misleading iPhone Waterproof Claims
Electronics giant Apple has been fined €10m by Italy’s antitrust regulator for misleading customers over iPhone waterproof claims, with the regulator saying the potentially false
Tasmania Now Powered by 100% Renewable Energy
The government of Tasmania has made the announcement that two years early, the state is now powered by 100% renewable energy, marking the first Australian
Qantas to Outsource 2,000 Jobs in Cost-Cutting Move
Qantas has announced its plans to outsource more than 2,000 jobs in the latest rounds of cost-cutting measures for the airline amid a chaotic year
ISO 27001 Controls: What Is Annex A:18?
ISO 27001:2013 and its controls – like Annex A:18 – pave the way for many organizations that are subject to numerous laws, regulations, and contractual
Hackers Demand Millions from Manchester United
Reports state that a number of hackers have demanded millions from football club Manchester United after the team was hit by a ransomware attack. The
84% of Shoppers Choose Bargains over Data Security
A new report has emerged claiming that 84% of online shoppers would choose bargain prices over concerns of data security, highlighting the dangers of online
Telstra Faces Fine for Exploiting Indigenous Customers
Telstra has conceded that it practiced ‘unconscionable conduct’ to the ACCC who is now targeting Telstra for exploiting Indigenous customers, with the telco now facing
ISO 27001 Controls: What Is Annex A:17?
What ISO 27001:2013 gives you is a best-practice method of implementing an information security management system (ISMS) to keep your organisation safe, and the data of
Home Depot Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $23 Million
Hardware chain Home Depot has settled a data breach lawsuit for more than AUD $23 million (USD $17.5 million) after the chain had its point-of-sale
Scamwatch Issues Christmas Warning; Scams Jump 42%
Scamwatch has moved to issue a Christmas warning after noting the damage bill from scams was up 42%, urging Christmas shoppers to be vigilant of
ISO 27001 Controls: What Is Annex A:16?
ISO 27001:2013 is the master shield that protects information security within the integrated systems. At Best Practice, ISO 27001:2013 standard is easily available for certification
Calls for Safety Regulation After 4th Delivery Rider Death
Calls for emergency safety regulation into the gig economy have emerged after the 4th delivery rider death in the space of two months in Sydney
9 Preparation Tips to Enhance Strategic Planning in 2021
Today, we’re going to cover 9 preparation tips to enhance your strategic planning in 2021. With planning for 2021 right around the corner, we jumped
One in Five People Hit by Identity Theft in 2020: Report
A new report has emerged stating that identity theft has hit one in five people for the year of 2020, as constant scams and hacks
ISO 27001 Controls: What Is Annex A:15?
ISO 27001:2013 is an internationally recognized Information Security Management System (ISMS) standard. ISO 27001:2013 Controls under the Annex. A:15 – Supplier Relationships – is all
Insurer Sets Aside $865M for Business COVID Payouts
Insurer IAG has announced it has set aside $865 million for small business payouts that were impacted by the COVID pandemic, after a landmark court
Hedge Fund Collapses After Paying Cybercriminals $8.7 Million
A Sydney-based hedge fund has been forced to close its doors after paying cybercriminals more than $8.7M in fake invoices, signaling the importance of information
ISO 27001 Controls: What is Annex A:14?
Today we’re going to be talking about ISO 27001 and its controls, unpacking the question of what is Annex A:14. ISO 27001 has a number
E-Commerce Giants Sign New Product Safety Pledge
A collection of e-commerce giants have announced a new product safety pledge, designed to ensure Australians are protected from purchasing unsafe goods online. As part
ISO 27001 Controls: What is Annex A:13?
Information Security – ISO 27001:2015 and its controls – like Annex A:13 -focus on securing information from unauthorized access, to ensure that your organisation remains
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