When you think of October, you might picture pumpkins, sweets and scary movies. However, for many organisations this month, October has been frightening for all the wrong reasons. Last year, Q4 saw a rise in the number of attacks increased by 7.2 per cent against the previous quarter, which was caused by a rise in […]
Monthly Archives: October 2022
How to manage risk in your organisation
Risks exist everywhere, and we face them every day. Whether taking on a new client, moving into a new office building or just crossing the road, risk must be managed appropriately to minimise potential issues and maximise gain. In an ideal world, we’d make decisions with all facts available. However, life doesn’t often hand us […]
The cost of living crisis: scams to watch out for
Almost every aspect of daily life has been impacted by the recent cost-of-living crisis, from gas prices to our weekly food shops. However, as the cost-of-living issue takes root, millions more people have been targeted by scammers, according to new data from Citizens Advice. That’s an increase of 14% from last year, and more than […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month at Bob’s Business
Every October, governments and private organisations alike collaborate to raise awareness of digital security. It’s called Cybersecurity Awareness Month and its goal is to empower everyone to protect their data from cybercrime. Launched in 2004 by the National Cyber Security Alliance and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), this month is dedicated to providing people […]