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 […]
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This month in data breaches: September edition
Another month, another litany of breaches to discuss. We join you at the end of September 2022, which, even by modern standards, has offered tough lessons for organisations large and small in being careful with whom you provide sensitive information. We’ve got a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get started examining September in […]
The Future of Cybersecurity 2022: The most remarkable statistics
It’s no secret that cybercrime has become a key issue for businesses, with nearly all criminal activities having some sort of online component. Post-pandemic, cyber threats have increased by 81%, showing no signs of slowing down. At Bob’s Business, we’re at the forefront of cyber-risk reduction by putting people first and positive cybersecurity behaviours at […]
Why cybersecurity is important for small businesses
Today it’s not uncommon to see in the news that organisations as large and varied as Adidas and the NHS have become victims of large-scale cyber attacks. The reason why is obvious; hackers go after the big fish because the potential returns can be gigantic. But what about the small businesses, are they also targeted? […]
Webinar: Five simple steps to reduce your cybersecurity risk, with Melanie Oldham OBE
We’re delighted to announce our latest webinar ‘Five simple steps to reduce your cybersecurity risk, with Melanie Oldham OBE’ is coming to a screen near you soon. Join Melanie on Friday, October 21st, 2022 at 11 am as she reveals the research showing the changing face of cybersecurity and shares the five simple steps you […]
This month in data breaches: August edition
Data breaches are no longer the rarity that they once were. In fact, each day, 30,000 websites are hacked globally. It’s an epidemic that continues to affect organisations of all sizes, but the smaller breaches rarely make the news. Indeed, attacks are now so frequent that it can be hard to keep up with them. […]
Your cybersecurity awareness training questions answered
It’s 2022 and ‘cybersecurity awareness training’ has entered the lexicon for businesses of all sizes. That growing awareness is a result, largely, of highly publicised attacks involving human error. Whilst many might have heard of the term ‘cybersecurity awareness training’, understanding the fundamentals of cybersecurity awareness remains low for many. That’s why we’ve put together […]
How to take your training to the next level
Feel like your training efforts are falling flat? You’re not alone. For decades now, the mere mention of ‘training’ has struck fear into the hearts of workforces. After all, It’s a phrase synonymous with long, dreary, patronising and frequently needless training exercises, rattled off in beige conference suites. For business owners though, training is essential. […]
Feature update: Advanced email management, course creation + more!
At Bob’s Business, we’re always working to improve our products for our clients. But what features for Bob’s Culture and Bob’s Compliance have we included in our latest drop? Join us as we share everything you and your team can look forward to. Ready to get your team started with Bob’s Business? Book a demo […]
New courses: NIST, OWASP, Corporate Sustainability
At Bob’s Business, we don’t believe in standing still; especially when the needs of our clients are ever-growing. That’s why we work tirelessly to create brand-new courses that help our clients reduce their risk and tackle compliance issues with ease. Ready to get your team started with Bob’s Business? Book a demo with one of […]