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New – Data Protection Act (DPA) 1 Day Course

James Warren — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:07 +0000

This interactive and enjoyable one-day course gives both new and experienced staff and management - those involved with or responsible for personal data - an oversight of what the Data Protection Act means to their business also to their own rights as an individual.

New – Data Protection Act (DPA) 1 Day Course is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Budget Cuts and business continuity planning

James Warren — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:48:09 +0000

Business continuity and disaster recovery planning is a key governance responsibility. The UK Companies Act 2006 gives statutory force to what has long been the worldwide common law duty of directors, which is to exercise due care in relation to their companies. Specifically, directors must "exercise reasonable care, skill and diligence" (s.174).

Budget Cuts and business continuity planning is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

IT GOVERNANCE brings ‘THE ART OF WAR’ TO THE FIGHT AGAINST CYBERCRIME

James Warren — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:42:55 +0000

IT Governance Publishing (ITGP), the specialist publishing arm of information security experts IT Governance, is bringing the principles of Sun Tzu’s classic text, The Art of War, to the fight against cybercrime. ITGP’s latest book, Assessing Information Security: Strategies, Tactics, Logic and Framework, argues that the art of war, and the art of information security, are more closely aligned than one might expect. Technical skills and procedural knowledge are not enough; these qualities need to be deployed strategically to control the cybercrime battlefield.

IT GOVERNANCE brings ‘THE ART OF WAR’ TO THE FIGHT AGAINST CYBERCRIME is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Accelerate your ISO27001 project in 2010

James Warren — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:04:13 +0000

If you have any excess funds available from this financial year, now is the time to procure the vital resources needed to succeed in projects planned for later this year. In spite of budget cuts, and an uncertain economic climate, information security will continue you be one of the most important issues facing an organisation throughout 2010 and beyond

Accelerate your ISO27001 project in 2010 is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Well-thought-through and effective framework for IT governance

James Warren — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:51:20 +0000

ISO/IEC 38500:2008 provides guiding principles for directors of organisations on the effective, efficient, and acceptable use of information technology (IT). These principles are designed to be used within an organisations. Implementing an effective IT Governance framework, compatible with ISO38500, within an organisation has many benefits that can be directly attributed to bottom line savings.

Well-thought-through and effective framework for IT governance is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Pass your ITILv3 Foundation exams cost effectively in your own time and pace!

James Warren — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:50:00 +0000

This course offers a low cost alternative to a classroom-based training course. Often savings are in the region of over 50% in real terms compared to a classroom training course.

Pass your ITILv3 Foundation exams cost effectively in your own time and pace! is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Achieve PCI compliance quickly and easily with this documentation toolkit

James Warren — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:42:04 +0000

Although PCI DSS compliance may seem like an inconvenience you could do without, it is not an optional standard and you will have to comply to avoid financial penalties and brand damage which could result from a data breach.

Achieve PCI compliance quickly and easily with this documentation toolkit is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

USA pricing revised for ITGP and OGC titles

James Warren — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:34:38 +0000

We have reduced our prices across 75% of the ITGP range and remain highly competitive on pricing throughout our other ranges including titles from the OGC, such as ITIL, PRINCE2 and MSP.

USA pricing revised for ITGP and OGC titles is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

NEW – Information Security Awareness Bundle

James Warren — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:50:20 +0000

Where your information security is concerned, prevention is better than cure If you want to tackle the problem of information security, you cannot rely on the help of technology alone. Information security breaches tend to occur as a result of human, as well as technological, failings. However, the human factor usually receives far less attention. [...]

NEW – Information Security Awareness Bundle is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

PRINCE2 2009 Study and Review Package

James Warren — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:59:57 +0000

Pass your PRINCE2® exams the first at the first attempt – use these officially accredited materials This package of books is ideal for those taking either the PRINCE2 2009 Foundation or Practitioner exams, or both. It will give you the relevant knowledge and confidence to pass the exams first time! This kit includes only officially accredited materials [...]

PRINCE2 2009 Study and Review Package is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Information Seurity Training from IT Governance

James Warren — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:33:33 +0000

Find out more about our range of information security training courses which will help you and your organisation make the most of 2010. Book now and use any remaining funds from the 2009/2010 financial year before your budget is slashed in the next financial year! ISO27001 Foundation Course – 1 Day ISO27001 ISMS Implementation Masterclass – 3 [...]

Information Seurity Training from IT Governance is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

IT Governance to Drive High Performance: Lessons from Accenture

James Warren — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:15:01 +0000

This pocket guide provides you with an insider’s detailed description of Accenture’s IT governance policy and details its governance structure. It will show how effective IT governance links IT strategy and IT decisions to Accenture’s business strategy and business priorities.

IT Governance to Drive High Performance: Lessons from Accenture is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Buy the ITIL Lifecycle Publication Suite today and save 29 percent against the cost of purchasing all the titles individually.

James Warren — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:08:50 +0000

The five core ITIL titles in the Official ITILv3 Service Lifecycle Publication Suite were commissioned and structured to be read as a five-title series, each building on the contents of the previous work. As the five core titles reflect the lifecycle of services, their appeal encompasses the entire spectrum of people involved at any stage of [...]

Buy the ITIL Lifecycle Publication Suite today and save 29 percent against the cost of purchasing all the titles individually. is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Practical and Informative BS25999 Masterclass – 11-12 March in London

James Warren — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:32:37 +0000

If you're responsible for ensuring that your organisation responds to and survives any form of disaster - from an IT service discontinuity to a major act of nature - this Masterclass covers all the key steps in using BS25999 best practice for your business continuity arrangements. Previous attendees are leading their organisations toward successful certification; and users of our BS25999 training, books and toolkits now span the world.

Practical and Informative BS25999 Masterclass – 11-12 March in London is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

Avoid the “Reduced Budget” trap and secure funds for vital compliance projects

James Warren — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:56:14 +0000

It's that time of year again when most public sector organisations and many private sector organisations begin to look at budgets for the next financial year. With the country struggling to come out of recession and with big public sector cut-backs on the horizon, it is vital that every pound spent can be justified, accounted for and not wasted. Whist tight financial controls are inevitable given the state of the economy, it is essential that funds are available for projects that will help organisations to survive and prosper though the upturn.

Avoid the “Reduced Budget” trap and secure funds for vital compliance projects is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

ISO20000 Consultant Certificate – Pass the Course GUARANTEE!

James Warren — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:46:40 +0000

Our next Implementing ISO20000 (ISO20000 Consultant Certificate) Training Course will be held in London between 17-19 May 2010. Seats are filling up fast! Be sure to reserve your place in plenty of time to avoid disappointment!

ISO20000 Consultant Certificate – Pass the Course GUARANTEE! is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

ISO27001: Getting The Staff On Board

Phil Hare — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:01:03 +0000

Ever watched a presentation that’s left you with the feeling that it was an hour of your life you’ll never get back? Ever sat in a room full of people that are just two PowerPoint slides away from screaming “None of this matters!” before defenestrating themselves? Have you ever had to present to a room full of people like that? People who have so little interest in you or your subject that they’ve had to resort to stabbing their own leg with a biro just to stay awake?

ISO27001: Getting The Staff On Board is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

125% Added Value to Accelerate Your DPA Compliance Project!

James Warren — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:07:05 +0000

Purchase this Complete Data Protection Toolkit by Friday 19th February get a free copy of Data Breaches: Trends Costs and Best Practices - Worth £195!

125% Added Value to Accelerate Your DPA Compliance Project! is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

ISO38500 IT Governance Toolkit Special Offer

James Warren — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:11:46 +0000

Order the ISO38500 IT Governance Framework Toolkit before midnight on Friday (19 February 2010) and receive a free copy of IT Governance: Implementing Frameworks and Standards for the Corporate Governance of IT!

ISO38500 IT Governance Toolkit Special Offer is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.

BS25999 BCMS Implementation Toolkit Offer Expires this friday!

James Warren — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:34:26 +0000

Purchase the BS25999 BCMS Implementation Toolkit & Manager's Guide before Friday 19th February, and we'll send you a free book: Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity, Second Edition (Soft Cover).

BS25999 BCMS Implementation Toolkit Offer Expires this friday! is a post from: IT Governance Blog on IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security.