George Ryan
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Consultant at URM
Published on
14
August
2025

URM’s blog explains what DCC is, how compliance with the scheme and the process to certification work, and the benefits to obtaining certification.

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Information Security
Published on
8/8/2025
ISO 27001: How Certification Works

URM’s blog breaks down the ISO 27001 certification process, the roles of certification bodies and UKAS, what auditors look for during assessments, and more.

Cyber Security
Published on
5/8/2025
Critical Cyber Security Practices to Defend Against Ransomware Attacks

URM’s blog examines how ransomware occur, and highlights practical cyber security measures you can implement to reduce your exposure and mitigate security risk.

Data Protection
Published on
25/7/2025
Getting Ready for the Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs)

URM’s blog highlights the steps PRPs can take to prepare for the introduction of the STAIRs & ensure they are compliant when these requirements come into force.

Information Security
Published on
18/7/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Business Continuity)

URM’s blog explores the ISO 27001 business continuity controls, why they matter, & how they can be effectively implemented to ensure conformance to the Standard

Cyber Security
Published on
11/7/2025
Supplementing Cyber Essentials

URM’s blog outlines the practical measures you can take following Cyber Essentials certification to further enhance your information & cyber security posture.

Information Security
Published on
3/7/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Incident Management)

URM’s blog breaks down the six incident management-related controls in Annex A of ISO 27001, providing key guidance on how to implement each control.

Data Protection
Published on
24/6/2025
DUA Act Finally Becomes Law

URM’s blog explores the practical benefits of by the Data (Use and Access) Act and how they may reduce the data protection compliance burden on organisations.

Cyber Security
Published on
16/6/2025
Lexcel: Deconstructing Your Information Management and Security Policy

URM explains each control law firms must include in an information management and security policy that complies with the Lexcel Practice Management Standard.

Cyber Security
Published on
6/6/2025
Understanding Lexcel and the Specialist Quality Mark (SQM): How Cyber Essentials Can Benefit Your Practice

URM’s blog explores how Cyber Essentials can help your legal practice enhance its security posture and achieve/maintain its SQM or Lexcel accreditation.

Business Continuity
Published on
5/6/2025
Business Continuity Exercising

URM’s blog explores BC exercising, including why it is beneficial, the different types of exercises, when they should be conducted, and who should be involved.

Quality Standards
Published on
29/5/2025
ISO 9001:2015 Clause 8.3: Design and Development

URM’s blog explains Clause 8.3 of ISO 9001, its applicability, and the key considerations and practical steps required for conformance to this Clause.

Information Security
Published on
23/5/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Legal, Regulatory and Contractual)

URM’s blog explains the legal, regulatory & contractual controls in ISO 27001 & how they can be implemented in full conformance with the Standard.

Information Security
Published on
16/5/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Information Security Management)

URM explains the 8 information security management controls included within the ‘Organisational controls’ theme and how to prepare for an audit of each control

Information Security
Published on
9/5/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Access Management)

URM’s blog explores why the access controls in ISO 27001 matter, and how to implement each control in full conformance with both the Standard and best practice.

Cyber Security
Published on
1/5/2025
Cyber Essentials Questions Answered: Technical Requirements, BYOD Compliance and the Future of the Scheme

URM’s blog answers key questions about CE, focusing specifically on its technical requirements, use of BYOD, and how the scheme may change in the future.

Information Security
Published on
24/4/2025
Quantum Computing – the Risks to Encryption and the Implications for PCI DSS

URM’s blog explains the threat quantum computing poses to current encryption methods, how this may impact the PCI DSS, and how these challenges may be overcome.

Cyber Security
Published on
17/4/2025
Cyber Security and Resilience Bill Policy Statement – What to Expect

URM’s blog explains the measures the Bill will introduce, the entities it will bring into regulatory scope & what the Bill could mean for your organisation.

Information Security
Published on
16/4/2025
ISO 27001:2022 - A.5 Organisational Controls (Supplier Management)

URM’s blog explains the importance of the 5 supplier management controls in ISO 27001 & provides practical guidance on how to implement each control.

Data Protection
Published on
3/4/2025
Privacy Policies Explained: Ensuring Transparency Under the GDPR

URM’s blog explains the GDPR’s requirements for privacy policies, the common mistakes organisations make with these policies & how to avoid them.

Information Security
Published on
27/3/2025
ISO 27001:2022 Annex A Physical Controls

URM’s blog offers key advice on implementing the physical controls in Annex A of ISO 27001 and preparing for a successful physical controls audit.

Data Protection
Published on
20/3/2025
Sharing Personal Data With the Police

URM’s blog breaks down the key data protection aspects to consider when sharing personal data with the police to ensure GDPR & Data Protection Act compliance.

Information Security
Published on
10/3/2025
PCI SSC Announces Changes to the SAQ A

URM’s blog explains the recent update to PCI DSS SAQ-A that has resulted in the removal of 2 new v4 requirements & the addition of new eligibility criteria.

Data Protection
Published on
6/3/2025
Are you Processing Special Category Personal Data Without Knowing It?

URM’s blog breaks down the GDPR requirements around special category personal data and how organisations can avoid processing this data inadvertently.

Data Protection
Published on
26/2/2025
Apple Removes Advanced Data Protection Tool from UK

URM’s blog explores Apple’s removal of its ADP tool following a dispute with the UK government & the ongoing struggle between privacy and law enforcement.

Information Security
Published on
21/2/2025
The Impact of AI on PCI DSS Compliance

URM’s blog explores how AI can impact PCI DSS compliance, both in terms of the benefits it can provide and the challenges it may present.

Information Security
Published on
14/2/2025
Implementing Technological Controls in ISO 27001

URM’s blog offers key guidance on how to effectively implement technological controls in your organisation, the common challenges & how these can be overcome.

Cyber Security
Published on
13/2/2025
Pros and Cons of Different Forms of Technical Security Assessments Including VA DAST AI PT YMMV

URM’s blog explains the differences between 4 types of technical security assessments and breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of each.

Data Protection
Published on
5/2/2025
Analysis of Fines Imposed by the Information Commissioner’s Office in 2024

URM’s blog breaks down the fines issued by the ICO in 2024 for data protection breaches, highlighting emerging trends in their approach to enforcing compliance.

Data Protection
Published on
28/1/2025
How to Build Customer Trust and Loyalty Through Data Protection Best Practice

URM’s blog offers key advice and guidance on how to ensure your data processing practices facilitate not only regulatory compliance, but also customer trust.

Cyber Security
Published on
24/1/2025
Cyber Essentials: Improving Your Cyber Security as an SME

URM’s blog discusses the significant cyber security risks faced by small & medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and how Cyber Essentials certification can help.

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