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  1. Accounting Package Selection

    Selecting the right accounting package can be difficult, particularly as there are so many packages on the market. On top of that, price and functionality vary so widely as to make objective comparisons very difficult without spending days on the selection process. We have set out below some areas you should consider when making your selection.

  2. Data Security - Access

    Many businesses are now completely reliant on the data stored on their Network Servers, PCs, laptops, and mobile devices. Some of this data is likely to contain either personal information and/or confidential company information. Here we look at some of the issues to consider when reviewing the security of your computer systems with respect to access controls, and to ensure compliance with Principle 7 of the Data Protection Act.

  3. Data Security - Back Up

    Many companies are now completely reliant on the data stored on their network servers, PCs, laptops, and mobile devices. Some of this data is likely to contain either personal information and/or confidential company information. Here we look at some of the issues to consider when reviewing the security of your computer systems and data. Data backup is an essential security procedure and needs to be undertaken on a regular basis. There are a number of points to consider.

  4. Data Security - Data Loss Risk Reduction.pdf

    Many companies are now completely reliant on the data stored on their network servers, PCs, laptops, and mobile devices. Some of this data is likely to contain either personal information and/or confidential company information. Here we look at some of the issues to consider when reviewing the security of your computer systems, and how to minimise the risks of data loss.

  5. Data Security - Data Protection Act (1988)

    Many businesses are totally reliant on the data stored on their PCs, laptops, networks and mobile devices. Some of this data is likely to contain either personal information and/or confidential company information. Here we look at some of the key compliance issues surrounding data protection and the Data Protection Act (the Act).

  6. e-commerce: a Guide to Trading Online

    According to the latest statistics, over 19m households in the UK have got internet access, and a large majority will have used the internet to either purchase goods or services, or to search for a provider of goods/services. As well as the domestic market, the internet provides a gateway to the international market place. Furthermore, it can be used to develop relationships with suppliers and other trading partners. It is therefore vital that your business has an online presence.

  7. Internet and E-mail Access Policy

    In order to protect the firm, its employees, customers and suppliers, all members of staff should be given a copy of the firms policy regarding acceptable use of IT resources – particularly internet, e-mail access, and data protection policies. This should form part of the contract of employment – to the extent that any breaches of the policy could result in disciplinary action, and in some cases dismissal. Having an acceptable use policy not only helps protect the organisations exposure to rogue software, but can also help in disputes with employees.

  8. IT and Internet Terminology

    In this factsheet we outline and explain some of the most common IT and Internet terms.