Governance for Non-Techies
Tristram Ridley-Jones Tristram Ridley-Jones

Governance for Non-Techies

The biggest risk in many organisations is the "Ghost User." This is the account of a volunteer who left two years ago but still has access to the database.

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The Safety Net (Backups)
Tristram Ridley-Jones Tristram Ridley-Jones

The Safety Net (Backups)

You don't need a complex server room. You just need to follow the Rule of Redundancy.

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Digital Hygiene (Updates & Devices)
Tristram Ridley-Jones Tristram Ridley-Jones

Digital Hygiene (Updates & Devices)

We all hate that little pop-up box. "Updates Available." It always appears when you are busiest. It is tempting to click "Remind me tomorrow" indefinitely. But software updates are not just about new features; they are about patching holes.

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Locking the Front Door (Passwords & MFA)
Tristram Ridley-Jones Tristram Ridley-Jones

Locking the Front Door (Passwords & MFA)

The vast majority of cyber breaches aren't caused by sophisticated hackers typing green code into a black screen like in the movies. They happen because someone guessed a weak password or used a password stolen from another site.

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Why Cybersecurity Is Modern Stewardship
Tristram Ridley-Jones Tristram Ridley-Jones

Why Cybersecurity Is Modern Stewardship

In 2025, our "buildings" are digital. Our filing cabinets are in the cloud, and our conversations happen over email. Yet, many leaders still view cybersecurity as a technical headache best left to "the IT person" (who is often just a willing volunteer).

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