The increasing digital transformation of major Australian organisations has made cyber security risk management more essential than ever as cyber-attacks rise in the country. Although technology and innovation have boosted efficiency in various sectors like banking, logistics, hospitals, etc., the increased dependency on them has opened new doors for cyber security attacks. Ransomware, malware, state-sponsored...
Zero Trust is a security concept that assumes that any user or device inside or outside an organisation’s network is untrusted until proven otherwise. Zero Trust security models aim to eliminate the concept of a trusted internal network and instead apply strict access controls to every request, regardless of the origin. This is accomplished through...
ISO 45001 benefits give a gist of why organisations in Australia should implement this global standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). ISO 45001 is the popular international standard for Occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMS) that provides a robust framework for businesses to systematically manage their occupational health and safety risks...
Nanoparticles have distinct features that make them valuable for a wide range of industries. But these tiny particulates also come with their share of health hazards and therefore have occupational hygienists at work to keep them in check. In this blog, we will define nanoparticles, their process of generation, health hazards, the assessment process, and...
Penetration testing or pen testing is defined as a simulated cyber-attack on a computer system, web application, or network to evaluate the security of the system. The aim of a penetration test is to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the system, network, or application that a hacker could exploit. It also helps to evaluate the...
A Business Continuity Planning (BCP) consultant is a professional who helps organisations develop and implement plans to ensure the continuity of important business functions in the event of disruptions such as natural disasters, cyber-attacks, pandemics, and other unexpected events. Their role is significant in the continuity of businesses during any untimely crisis having the ability...
Continual improvement (also referred to as continuous improvement) is an important aspect of management systems in general inclusive of quality management systems. This article considers the application of the continual improvement principles specifically to quality management systems; quality management principles and how they apply to Australian businesses are important because they allow organisations to continually...
CPS 234 is a regulatory guideline issued by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) that addresses the information security management of entities it supervises. It sets out the minimum information security requirements that APRA-regulated entities must meet. It’s a mandatory requirement and provides a framework for managing and protecting personal and other sensitive information. The...
With emerging technologies like 5G and others, human reliance on technology, the internet, and smart devices is rising, and 2023 has more in store! Both work and personal life seem unimaginable without smartphones, laptops, gadgets, and the internet. While we move further into the era of technology, cybercriminals are also pacing to develop new hacking...
Heat stress is the average heat load an industrial worker might be subjected to as a result of the combined effects of work-related processes and atmospheric conditions such as humidity, air temperature, radiant heat exchange, air movement, and clothing requirements. It is most commonly caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures and can be exacerbated...
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