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🚀 Assurance Sentinel – A Case Study Our Assurance Sentinel service is designed to monitor and manage the risks your organisation faces, particularly from third parties. 💼 Case Study: We worked with a small, regulated supplier with an international footprint. After understanding their business, we identified key third and fourth-party suppliers critical to their security. We developed an Assurance Sentinel framework based on their information security policy. Most suppliers had relevant third-party assurance reports, like SOC2 Type2 certifications, which we mapped to our framework. For suppliers without such reports, we conducted automated assessments, providing quick audit reports and action plans. We summarised the results and integrated them into the client's risk approach. Over the following months, we helped address gaps and reported progress, enhancing security and strengthening client relationships. 💡 Conclusion: This is just one example of how Assurance Sentinel can transform regulatory requirements into practical solutions, driving efficiency and strengthening client relationships. Interested in learning more? Get in touch! #CyberSecurity #AssuranceSentinel #ClientSuccess #Innovation

Assure your supply chain and stay compliant with Reconfort Assurance Sentinel. #CyberSecurity #SupplyChainSecurity #RegulatoryCompliance #AssuranceSentinel #RiskManagement

The Top 5 Questions Every Board Member Should Ask Before a Systems Implementation 🚀 Embarking on a new systems implementation? Whether you're leveraging new technology for efficiencies, introducing a new service, or replacing an outdated system, ensuring success starts with asking the right questions. Here are the essentials every Board or Audit Committee member should consider: 1. Is Everyone on the Same Page? 📋   - Make sure your team has a unified vision. Have they listed their requirements, including non-functional ones like security and data protection?    - TL;DR: Ask for the requirements document. 2. Are All Relevant Parties Involved? 🤝   - Involve those impacted by the change early on. Form a steering group with representatives from key departments.   - TL;DR: Ask for the members of the steering group. 3. Do You Have a Proper Plan? 📅   - Ensure you have a clear plan with a set budget, tracking mechanisms for performance, scope changes, and risk management.   - TL;DR: Ask for the latest project plan. 4. What Does Success Look Like? 🎯   - Define what "complete" means from the start and stick to it. This will help avoid endless project extensions.   - TL;DR: Ask for success criteria at the start. 5. Do You Know When to Stop? 🛑   - Recognize when a project isn’t working and have the courage to stop. Define a terminal budget and duration.   - TL;DR: Ask for the terminal budget and duration. If they’re not met, consider ending the project. By addressing these basic questions upfront, you can steer your IT projects towards success and make informed, strategic decisions. IT change is challenging, but with the right preparation, you can navigate it effectively. #Leadership #BoardResponsibilities #SystemsImplementation #ProjectManagement #ITStrategy #BusinessSuccess

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🚀 5 Essential Cybersecurity Questions for the Board 🚀 Congratulations on your Board or audit committee role! 🎉 Cybersecurity and technology risk are now part of your responsibilities, but navigating these complex areas can be challenging. Here are five critical questions to ask to ensure your organization’s cyber health: 1️⃣ Do we know what our systems are and their components? Ensure you have a comprehensive list of systems, software, hardware, data, and third-party services. 2️⃣ Have we prioritised parts of our business that need more or less security? Not everything needs the same level of security. Focus on protecting sensitive information like customer and employee data. 3️⃣ Are our security rules clear and documented? A solid information security policy should be in place, covering people, processes, and technology. 4️⃣ Do we know how well our rules are applied? Regular internal checks, penetration tests, and audits should confirm compliance with security rules. 5️⃣ Have we suffered any issues? Keep track of any security incidents and the steps being taken to prevent future occurrences. By asking these simple yet powerful questions, you can effectively steer your cybersecurity strategy and fulfill your Board duties. Don’t let complexity cloud your vision—focus on the basics and leverage your specialists for detailed execution. 🔑 Keywords: Third-party assurance, Supply chain cyber risk, SME cybersecurity #Cybersecurity #BoardResponsibilities #TechRisk #ThirdPartyAssurance #SupplyChainCyberRisk #SMECybersecurity

MSPs or internal IT running security is a tricky one. In some cases, they do well, and there are lots of great examples where MSP involvement has benefitted both client and provider. However, in many cases, there's an assumption on behalf of the client that the MSP is covering security, and a narrow view on behalf of the MSP what 'security' is. Often there's no clear commercials behind these requirements, which increases pressure on already tight MSP margins. Our thoughts are in the article below, best summarised as: if you're regulated, don't rely solely on your MSP for security. If you're an MSP servicing regulated clients, be clear on the three lines of defence, what you do and what you don't. Remember (clients and MSPs): in a regulated world, you need more than one line of defence, and it's not fair for anyone to think otherwise.

🔒 Is Your IT Team Overwhelmed by Cyber Security Demands? We Understand Your Pain. 🔒   In today’s digital landscape, IT teams play a crucial role in keeping business operations running smoothly. But managing cyber security on top of their regular responsibilities can be overwhelming. Is this a pain point for your organisation?   Common challenges include: Resource Constraints: IT teams are often stretched thin, leading to overwork and burnout. Specialised Knowledge: Cyber security requires continuous learning and expertise that many IT professionals might not possess. Incident Response Pressure: Quick, effective response to breaches is critical but highly stressful.   That’s where we come in. At Reconfort, we offer specialised cyber security services to support your IT team and ensure robust protection for your business. Our comprehensive solutions include: vCISO support: Providing strategic security leadership and guidance. Penetration Testing: Identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. Incident Response: Offering swift, effective support to minimize impact during security incidents.   As a client, by partnering with us, you can free up your IT team to focus on their core duties while we handle the complexities of cyber security. As an IT team, you can make sure the responsibilities are clear and properly commissioned. This not only enhances your security posture but also improves efficiency and team morale.   🌟 Ready to Alleviate Your IT Team’s Cyber Security Burden? Let’s connect and explore how our services can help your organisation thrive in today’s threat landscape. Contact us today to learn more!   #CyberSecurity #ITTeams #TechSupport #DataProtection #CyberSecurityServices #ITSupport #DigitalSafety #TechLeadership #IncidentResponse