January 12, 2026
A common misconception in IT governance is that a large volume of IT policy documents equates to strong security and compliance. In practice, quantity is not quality. As policy portfolios grow without structure or ownership, they often introduce ambiguity rather than assurance.
January 05, 2026
Combined Authorities and local councils are facing cyber risks that are increasing in frequency, sophistication, and impact. As digital services expand and data sharing becomes more complex, the resilience of public-sector organisations is being tested in new and increasingly visible ways.
December 10, 2025
As we conclude the year, cyber security issues continue to keep many people awake at night. With limited resources and suitably qualified personnel available to combat and address these issues we see don’t see next year as being too different unfortunately. AI was the hot topic of 2025 and it’s likely to continue as such during 2026.
November 24, 2025
Effective IT security policies are essential for a secure, well-governed IT environment. They guide staff, reduce organisational risk, and support regulatory compliance - but only when they are clear, practical, and up to date. Many organisations, however, struggle with policies that are confusing, outdated, or ignored.
November 13, 2025
For IT and Cybersecurity leaders, policy creation and management is not just about documentation, it’s about governance, control, and resilience. IT policies define how technology and data is to be secured, accessed, and managed across the enterprise. They underpin cyber security, business continuity and regulatory compliance yet, in many organisations, IT policies are still drafted, edited and managed...
October 16, 2025
Effective IT policies are critical to ensure security, operational efficiency and compliance in the digital world. Building robust policies relies on a powerful, interconnected system comprised of regulations, IT standards, and IT frameworks. These foundational tools provide a structured and consistent approach to managing IT resources, risks, and compliance within an organisation.
October 16, 2025
Protocol Policy Systems is pleased to announce the October 2025 release of new and enhanced features for Policy Management as a Service (PMaaS), including user quizzes, ISO 27001 and VPDSS alignment matrix, improved compliance reporting, Microsoft Entra support, and more.
October 06, 2025
The housing sector’s cyber risk profile is rising fast. Recent research by RSM UK found that one in four housing associations experienced a cyberattack in the past year. From phishing and data breaches to supply chain compromises, attackers are exploiting the sector’s complex, interconnected environments where personal data, resident services, and third-party systems meet every day.
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