Risks aren’t just unavoidable in business; they’re a regular companion. Risk is woven into the fabric of every decision and activity, whether it’s a potential data breach, a sudden shift in market dynamics, or even a lapse in regulatory compliance. The question is not whether they will happen but when—and how ready you will be…
In the past three decades, CISOs have experienced a lot of change. From being passive advisors to the board to being active stakeholders in business decisions, the role has stepped out of the server rooms to live up to the “Chief” in the title. Yet, the role hasn’t evolved into the well-defined, meticulously crafted descriptions…
Have you heard the term, six degrees of separation? It’s a prevalent social theory that all people are at a maximum of six or fewer social connections away from connecting with each other. Well, this theory holds true in a business setting as well; in today’s landscape, businesses are completely interconnected, and the success of…
When it comes to asset protection, two terms crop up in the boardroom conversation: vulnerability management and risk management. Even though the two may seem like synonyms frequently used in the same contexts, they refer to different methods of tackling security issues. It is important to note that vulnerability management is about concentrating on the…
Risk management is an essential component for any business operating in today’s era to protect itself from cyber threats and continue its operations without interruptions. As a result, the demand for risk register tools has skyrocketed. A good risk register systematically inventories different types of risks, identifies risk owners, understands the nature of each risk,…
Back in August 2021, fast food giant KFC failed to meet their meat demands and had to take down menu items due to supply chain disruptions. In 2018, they shut down 900 UK outlets after delivery issues – all due to poor risk visibility. While such incidents cannot be fully avoided, it can be minimized…