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Governance, innovation, information security, enterprise change, and related signals.
Allianced Cultivation: personal networks, marketing, and ethics in an uncertain world
In a world of constant change and eroding stability, professional and personal networks are evolving to meet the challenges of uncertainty. Individuals are increasingly relying on trusted networks for guidance, while organisations see strategic opportunities in these dynamic alliances. This convergence of personal and business interests raises critical questions about authenticity and ethics. Through months of exploration and collaboration, I’ve developed the concept of Allianced Cultivation: a framework for building resilient, trust-based networks that support individuals and organisations alike in navigating an unpredictable world.
Information security - what leaders need to know
Information security discussions often get bogged down in technical jargon, especially regarding standards like ISO 27001. For leaders, it's not about the technical details of firewalls and antivirus software; it's about understanding what information security programs aim to achieve and how they contribute to the organisation's success. We've also put together a video with info on how to navigate the certification process...
Getting value from data-wrapped products – it takes more than pretty packaging
The Data Wrapping concept was developed at MIT CISR, from research; it’s a great way to encapsulate a practice some of us are familiar with. But how to make it happen? Too often, organisations decide to follow a technology trend and then fail to account for the original context under which a process was developed. Read on, and may your data wrapping efforts bear more gifts than unpleasant surprises.