“There were certain things regarding cybersecurity I just assumed my staff would know about. It turns out I was wrong.” This is what a senior manager said to me recently during a meeting. A member of staff had been caught out by a phishing email. There were plenty of warning signs that the email was a scam, however on this occasion the recipient missed all of them. Why was that?
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Read MoreWe're taking part in the #Inverness event on 12 July. Join us by registering below⬇️ @SBRC_Scotland #CyberSecurity
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Done✅ Our first #hybridevent, organised by @CeeD_Scotland & hosted by @ONETechHub. While we enjoyed personally meeting people, it was great to be joined virtually by others across Scotland. Wherever you are, if you'd like to start your own #cyber journey contact @_RobbieRoss https://t.co/kgKkR9kxsc
Read MoreLooking forward to a morning of #CyberSecurity learning at @Opportunity_NE1 with @CeeD_Scotland. #cyberjourney @_RobbieRoss https://t.co/p2k0U6BzLa
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Having already spoken with @robertgordons pupils, @_RobbieRoss was delighted to share #onlinesafety advice with their parents to reinforce the importance of being good digital citizens. Thanks to @kirstcolquhoun for the invitation and to everyone who took part.
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Find out about our latest award in @digitfyi Movers and Shakers. #cybersecurity #IoT
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Gift card fraud alert & advice
Hear Robbie’s advice by playing the video or reading the details below. https://youtu.be/Cj1lhwi_YKs Hello We have recently been made aware of a gift card scam affecting businesses in the North East of Scotland. This is just a quick heads up to let you know what to watch out for. This […]
Read MoreYour roadmap to better cyber security
Let us take you on a cyber test drive, where we’ll demonstrate all the critical elements involved in securing your business and sign post free resources along the way. You’ll leave with an actionable checklist of the 15 ways to protect your business from a cyberattack.
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New digital technology developments have the potential to radically improve growth rates, efficiency and profitability in farming. These digital technologies will be the focus of this free one-day, practical workshop led by Opportunity North East (ONE) and delivered in partnership with SRUC and SAOS.
Read MoreEvent: How to protect your business from ransomware
We’ve joined forces with FSB North East Scotland & SBRC to help small businesses get cyber safe. Even if you’re a sole trader or micro business it’s important that you protect yourself from a cyber incident and this FREE session will explain how. Date: 30 September 2021 Time: 10.30am – […]
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Read MoreEvent: Cyber security for remote working
We've joined forces with FSB North East Scotland & SBRC to help small businesses get cyber safe. Even if you're a sole trader or micro business it's important that you protect yourself from a cyber incident and this FREE session will explain how. Date: 26 August 2021 Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Read MoreHighland News & Media Cyber Advice Column
“There were certain things regarding cybersecurity I just assumed my staff would know about. It turns out I was wrong.” This is what a senior manager said to me recently during a meeting. A member of staff had been caught out by a phishing email. There were plenty of warning signs that the email was a scam, however on this occasion the recipient missed all of them. Why was that?
Read MoreWhat is it that puts people off cybersecurity?
In my experience it’s a belief that it’s too complicated, it costs too much money or it’s something that they do not need to worry about. Unfortunately, when people have those beliefs, it can be very difficult to get them to change their mind.
Read MoreWhere should we point the gun of risk mitigation when it comes to IoT?
I recently spoke to a colleague who wondered how easy it would be to plug some cables in to a smart device for the oilfield and extract the data from it, without the client being aware. This is of course eminently possible, but it doesn’t really point the gun of risk mitigation where it should be.
Read MoreNeil Christie provides business insights in The P&J Small Business Focus
Each week The Press and Journal asks small businesses key questions. This week, they spoke to our founder Neil Christie who gave some very honest insights into how he got to where he is today.
Read MoreAs a business, how do we address our employees’ inadequate home connection? And whose responsibility is its provision?
When you consider that a Gartner survey revealed that over two-thirds (74%) of companies plan to permanently shift employees to remote work after the Covid-19 crisis ends and that by 2025, an estimated 70% of the workforce will be working remotely at least five days a month., it’s clear that to sustain a successful remote working model while maintaining office level productivity, the question of acceptable home broadband quality must...
Read MoreInspiring Aberdeen City senior pupils at LIFT-OFF! 2021
The sky really will be the limit for senior Aberdeen school pupils at a special event launched by a NASA astronaut. LIFT-OFF!, an event focused on hope, aspiration, and employment for the future, aims to change the narrative around young people’s future skills and jobs opportunities, and encourage them to aim for the stars.
Read MoreWomen in Tech: Dorito-fuelled but no bra burning
"Good morning, you're through to Converged - Stacey speaking. How can I help?" Quite often this is met with a request to speak to one of the tech guys. This is not meant with any malice or ill nature. The perpetuated stereotype of the service desk tech – as parodied by Channel 4 comedy The IT Crowd – paints a picture of a socially awkward, funny and Dorito-fuelled man who...
Read MoreConverged supports RGC esafety evening
Having already spoken with Robert Gordon's College pupils, our CSO Robbie Ross was delighted to share online safety advice with their families to reinforce the importance of being good digital citizens. Thanks to the many parents and guardians who took part.
Read MoreHighland News & Media Cyber Advice Column
“There were certain things regarding cybersecurity I just assumed my staff would know about. It turns out I was wrong.” This is what a senior manager said to me recently during a meeting. A member of staff had been caught out by a phishing email. There were plenty of warning signs that the email was a scam, however on this occasion the recipient missed all of them. Why was that?
Read MoreMacduff Lions Roar With Converged Backing
An Aberdeenshire youth football team is now being roared on by Scottish IT, cyber security and internet service provider Converged Communication Solutions after receiving its backing.
Read MoreConverged Underlines Cyber Security Commitment With IoT Assessor Status
Converged Communication Solutions joins a small band of around 30 UK tech firms to hold IASME (Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises) Internet of Things (IoT) Certification Body status.
Read MoreGift card fraud alert & advice
Hear Robbie’s advice by playing the video or reading the details below. https://youtu.be/Cj1lhwi_YKs Hello We have recently been made aware of a gift card scam affecting businesses in the North East of Scotland. This is just a quick heads up to let you know what to watch out for. This […]
Read MoreYour roadmap to better cyber security
Let us take you on a cyber test drive, where we’ll demonstrate all the critical elements involved in securing your business and sign post free resources along the way. You’ll leave with an actionable checklist of the 15 ways to protect your business from a cyberattack.
Read MoreWhat is it that puts people off cybersecurity?
In my experience it’s a belief that it’s too complicated, it costs too much money or it’s something that they do not need to worry about. Unfortunately, when people have those beliefs, it can be very difficult to get them to change their mind.
Read MoreConverged supports RGC esafety evening
Having already spoken with Robert Gordon's College pupils, our CSO Robbie Ross was delighted to share online safety advice with their families to reinforce the importance of being good digital citizens. Thanks to the many parents and guardians who took part.
Read MoreHighland News & Media Cyber Advice Column
“There were certain things regarding cybersecurity I just assumed my staff would know about. It turns out I was wrong.” This is what a senior manager said to me recently during a meeting. A member of staff had been caught out by a phishing email. There were plenty of warning signs that the email was a scam, however on this occasion the recipient missed all of them. Why was that?
Read MoreMacduff Lions Roar With Converged Backing
An Aberdeenshire youth football team is now being roared on by Scottish IT, cyber security and internet service provider Converged Communication Solutions after receiving its backing.
Read MoreConverged Underlines Cyber Security Commitment With IoT Assessor Status
Converged Communication Solutions joins a small band of around 30 UK tech firms to hold IASME (Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises) Internet of Things (IoT) Certification Body status.
Read MoreGift card fraud alert & advice
Hear Robbie’s advice by playing the video or reading the details below. https://youtu.be/Cj1lhwi_YKs Hello We have recently been made aware of a gift card scam affecting businesses in the North East of Scotland. This is just a quick heads up to let you know what to watch out for. This […]
Read MoreYour roadmap to better cyber security
Let us take you on a cyber test drive, where we’ll demonstrate all the critical elements involved in securing your business and sign post free resources along the way. You’ll leave with an actionable checklist of the 15 ways to protect your business from a cyberattack.
Read MoreWhat is it that puts people off cybersecurity?
In my experience it’s a belief that it’s too complicated, it costs too much money or it’s something that they do not need to worry about. Unfortunately, when people have those beliefs, it can be very difficult to get them to change their mind.
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