Brief: When virtually every business collects and processes some sort of personal data, data privacy regulations are often top of mind for Canadian Businesses. In this article we look at a few sample national and international privacy regulations, some of the...
Kathleen Mitchell
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The Invisible Cyber Threat: Combating Intellectual Property Theft in Business
Brief: Intellectual property (IP) theft is a major issue for businesses, and can have far reaching impact on your competitiveness, finances, and reputation. In this article, we look at why protecting against intellectual property theft is important, how it happens,...
Avoiding Pitfalls in IT Procurement: Ensuring Compliance and Value in Vendor Contracts
Brief: In this article we examine common pitfalls in IT procurement, and key best practices for ensuring compliance and making sure you get value out of your vendor contracts. A friendly piece of advice; assume that I know everything.— Moff Gideon, The Mandalorian...
​​A C-Suite Guide to Managing A Cyber Security Breach Disclosure
Brief: In this article we share how to manage a cyber security breach disclosure. As a C-Suite executive, the stakes are high, because how you manage and disclose a breach can significantly affect your company's reputation, customer trust, and even its financial...
Microsoft Teams Licensing Changes for Canadian Customers
On April 1st, 2024, Microsoft introduced significant changes to the licensing of Microsoft Teams, affecting new enterprise customers globally. This article will highlight these changes, focusing on how they impact Canadian customers, and provide a detailed look at the...
What Happens After A Cyber Attack On A Small BusinessÂ
What Happens to Your People in the Aftermath of a Cyber Attack on Your Small Business? Brief: In this article, we explore what happens after a cyber attack on a small business, the impact on the people within your business, and what you can do about it. “I would...





