Security

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) significantly bolsters IT security by providing a centralized and integrated approach to safeguarding critical information. ERP systems incorporate robust security features, such as user access controls, encryption, and authentication protocols, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. Through continuous monitoring and audit trails, ERP enhances visibility into system activities, aiding in the early detection of potential security threats. ERP’s role extends to compliance management, assisting organizations in adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards. By consolidating data across various business processes, ERP strengthens security measures, minimizing vulnerabilities and offering a comprehensive defense against cyber threats. This integrated approach to IT security fortifies organizations, promoting resilience and protecting against evolving cyber risks.

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Cohesity fortifies cyber event response service 
AI-powered data security platform company Cohesity this month announced it has expanded the Cohesity Cyber Event Response Team (CERT) service to include partnerships with a number of incident response (IR) vendors.  The team says that by partnering with IR vendors...
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Accenture expands generative AI-powered cybersecurity services to enhance client resilience
Accenture has launched an enhanced suite of generative AI-powered cybersecurity services to help organizations strengthen their defenses against evolving cyber threats, emphasizing a tailored and proactive approach to tackle industry-specific vulnerabilities.
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Three common security mistakes in NetSuite
This article highlights common mistakes in configuring NetSuite security, such as over-extending the Administrator role, misunderstanding global permissions, and ignoring configuration settings, while providing best practices to mitigate risks and enhance security.
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Identity security for business applications
The article emphasizes the critical need for robust identity security in business applications to protect sensitive data, highlighting challenges like managing excessive permissions, credential management, and the risks of overprovisioned access, while advocating for integrated Identity Governance and Administration solutions to streamline access management and mitigate these risks.
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Application Development and Integration
How third-party support can provide cybersecurity flexibility
Third-party support specialists like Spinnaker Support offer businesses enhanced software support, including cybersecurity solutions like Spinnaker Shield, which can help organizations manage compliance, security, and legacy technology without being tied to vendor-imposed restrictions.
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SAP and Onapsis collaborate to provide security incident response
SAP customers hold essential responsibilities for threat detection and incident response in both on-premise and cloud environments, necessitating a clear understanding of roles and collaboration with SAP for effective cybersecurity incident response management.
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Cybersecurity services are jumping on the AI progress train
As companies increasingly adopt AI technologies for cybersecurity, a recent Capgemini report reveals that while GenAI enhances threat response and detection, it also introduces new risks, prompting firms like Accenture and Dell to bolster their security offerings amid rising cyber threats.
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How to maintain security standards while running legacy systems
Organizations using SAP systems must be proactive about cybersecurity as they transition to unsupported software versions, and partnering with third-party support like Spinnaker and Trend Micro can provide cost-effective security solutions that ensure legacy systems remain protected against cyber threats.
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Analytics and AI
SUSE launches AI platform to ensure customers’ privacy
SUSE has unveiled SUSE AI, a cloud-native platform designed to support the deployment of privacy-focused GenAI applications while ensuring security, compliance and full control for enterprises in regulated industries.
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Lines of Defence: Choosing the Right Security Solutions
Implementing cybersecurity measures ensures organisations are protected and ready to defend themselves against cyberattacks. These solutions help organisations benefit from data protection, regulatory compliance, and increased productivity. They prevent financial losses, build customer trust, provide protection for customers and support...
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The FlowDown Episode 3: Behind the Outages – Frontline Strategies for Surviving Global Disruptions
Episode Three focuses on "Behind the Outages: Frontline Strategies for Surviving Global Disruptions?" and the role of Service Operations, where our host and Inetum's own Managing Consultant, Jack Williamson, is joined by ServiceNow's Senior Technical Solutions Consultant, Dominic Colson as well as Inetum's own (ex-clientside) Managing Consultant, Michael Morgan-Lee (MML); to break it down and to share bite-size nuggets of wisdom from all sides.
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Data protection in a modern enterprise environment requires a dynamic approach
By having a clearer view and a tighter grip on exactly where privilege is provided throughout an organization, firms can significantly and efficiently improve their enterprise security and protection.
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Behind the outages: frontline strategies for surviving global disruptions
In ‘The Flowdown’, Inetum and ServiceNow came together to discuss the challenges organizations face during IT disruptions.
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Security
Data breach culprits could be hiding under a firm’s nose
Most ERP platforms will already have in-built cloud security, or be compatible with most security modules available. Protecting resources from external threats can be a simple process. However, how many firms have measures against internal threats?
CloudCare
Security
The road to CloudCare in the wake of the CrowdStrike outage
Codestone, an IT solutions provider, is an example of a company offering a solution, with its managed service called CloudCare.
Analytics and AI
Nextworld
Nextworld offers a modern Enterprise Applications Platform that delivers the agility, speed, and intelligence required for businesses to thrive in the digital era. The days of cementing business processes to a single point in time are gone. Nextworld fast tracks...
Financial Management
Fastpath, now part of Delinea
Fastpath, now part of Delinea, is a cloud-based platform that seamlessly integrates identity governance and GRC into one sophisticated yet easy-to-use solution. Effortlessly automate, control, and monitor access – from applications down to individual data records to dramatically reduce risk...
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Identity Security Spotlight – Delinea acquires Fastpath
Delinea's acquisition of IGA vendor Fastpath is analyzed by Veza's CEO and CMO, highlighting key lessons and future expectations for 2024.
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Find The Right Tools To Help With SAP Controls
The article emphasizes that using efficient tools like Fastpath for SAP controls is essential for effective ERP management, allowing businesses to automate processes, enhance self-reliance, and proactively manage access and compliance issues.
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SAP Controls Series: Get SAP Under Control
The article discusses the complexities and risks associated with SAP access controls, highlighting issues such as improper provisioning, role bleed, and the challenges of managing user access, while emphasizing the need for regular reviews and clear policies to mitigate these risks.
Analytics and AI
Codestone
We make digital transformation work. We’ll guide your journey in a way that creates competitive advantage through enhanced efficiency, better customer experiences and happier, more productive colleagues.
Security
Is Your Company Cybersecure? Looking into the Key Threats Facing the Financial Services Industry Today
Cybersecurity is not a fresh topic by any means. But even though it’s not new, it’s still important. In fact, recent government reports have shown that 32% of UK businesses were hit by an attack in the previous 12-month period, rising to 59% for medium-sized businesses and 69% for large businesses. 
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Machine vs Machine: Securing Your Organisation Against AI-Powered Cyberattacks
The digital age has brought about numerous advancements, but it has also ushered in a new era of cyberthreats. While AI has been implemented as a tool to defend against cyberthreats, this double-edged sword has also been exploited by malicious actors to create new and more sophisticated cyberattacks than ever before
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Nobody wants a leak: Getting cyber secure in manufacturing
Manufacturing firms are advancing their stacks, but openings have sprung for bad actors. How can businesses kick the bucket on cyber risks?  
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The train outta cyber trouble in the smart city
When we rely on a growing network of interconnected systems to help our urban societies function, how can we keep them cyber secure? Answers can be found in case studies from the likes of Transport for London and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as made possible by the work and offerings of AWS and Deloitte respectively.
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Microsoft and The White House work to improve cybersecurity in hospitals
Microsoft is working alongside The White House, the American Hospital Association and the National Rural Health Association to tackle the cybersecurity issues in the healthcare industry.
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Security
The power of IT-OT integration in fortifying cyber defenses  
The industry needs to change the direction of cybersecurity by addressing the disconnects that exist between IT and OT teams.
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