Episodes

  • The Identity Shift: Don’t Let Legacy Identity Drag You Down
    Sep 12 2024

    Join us as we explore the critical world of identity security.

    Acora’s Head of Cyber Services, James Fernley, is teaming up with Nick Colin, an expert from Silverfort, to discuss the increasing importance of protecting identity infrastructures in the fight against cyber threats. You'll learn about Silverfort’s unique solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing systems, providing robust protection without the need for extensive changes. These practical solutions can be easily implemented in your own systems. Discover strategies for future-proofing your cyber security in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

    Don’t miss this essential conversation on safeguarding your organisation’s most valuable assets.

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    38 mins
  • The AI Agenda: A Leadership Perspective
    Jul 4 2024

    Acora's CIO, Lee Ganly, and Managing Director of Apps and Data, Peter Gee, come together to discuss AI's ever-evolving landscape and its profound impact on our lives. As we peer into the future, we speculate on its possibilities and pitfalls.

    Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we unravel the mysteries of AI and contemplate implications for the world we live in today.

    The key topics include:

    1. AI vs Machine Learning
    2. AI & The Element of Risk
    3. AI Haves & Have Nots: Impact on Businesses
    4. AI Adoption & Strategy - Who's Responsibility Is It?
    5. Ethical Use of AI & Skill Development
    6. Bringing The AI Vision to Life
    7. Combining AI & Data: Collect, Clean & Connect
    8. Using AI to Achieve Business Outcomes
    9. Final Thoughts: Do Something

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    56 mins
  • Smart Security: Harnessing Intelligence in SOC and Vulnerability Management
    May 3 2024

    Acora's Group CISO Darren Humphries recently sat down with Recorded Future CISO Jason Steer to explore the critical components of intelligence-led approaches to security operations centres (SOC) and vulnerability management. The conversation provided invaluable insights for businesses navigating today's rapidly evolving landscape.

    Drawing from their combined knowledge and experience, they shed light on the challenges and best practices. From understanding the evolving threat landscape to prioritising security strategies in alignment with business objectives for effective risk management and resource allocation.

    Listen now to discover actionable threat intelligence, industry-specific insights, and practical strategies for building resilient security operations centres.

    Learn more about Acora's Cyber Security Services here: https://acora.com/our-services/managed-services/cyber-security/

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    49 mins
  • How Can A Data-Driven and Evidence-Based SOC Help Us Better Manage Risk?
    Apr 10 2024

    Acora's Head of Enterprise Security, Simon Crumplin and Head of Cyber Services, James Fernley, recently sat down with Citreno's Founder & CEO, Svetla Yankova, to delve into the intricacies of building and managing a successful SOC. Drawing from their combined knowledge and experience, they shed light on the challenges and best practices. From emphasising the importance of data-driven and evidence-based approaches to aligning cyber security initiatives with strategic business objectives, this conversation promises valuable insights for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security.

    Learn more about Acora’s Cyber Security Services here: https://acora.com/our-services/managed-services/cyber-security/

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    37 mins
  • CIO Report 2023: Beyond the Data
    Sep 4 2023

    Listen as we delve into Acora's CIO Report 2023 results, comparing trends from last year and looking ahead to the future.

    For every business, precise market data isn't just important - it's the North Star for refining current services and defining future growth.

    This year's report paints an accurate picture of the front-of-mind challenges of C-level IT leaders, with eye-opening statistics on today’s shifting priorities.

    Download the report here.

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    26 mins
  • DefCon 30: The Low-Down
    Aug 24 2022

    One of Acora’s employees attended DefCon 30, take note as we delve into the running trends of the ‘Hacker Homecoming’, including a ‘capture the flag’ event on how to get into, and break Kubernetes.

    Founded in 1993, DefCon began as an informal gathering of hackers and cyber security professionals. It has since grown into a massive event, attracting thousands of attendees each year with its unique hands-on workshops, hacking competitions, and social events.

    Interested in finding out more about Acora? Visit our website here.

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    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    17 mins
  • Bridging the Gap in SaaS Security
    Apr 25 2022

    Acora and AppOmni team up to explore SaaS security; one of the most overlooked threats in the enterprise.

    Listen as we delve into topics around the growing attack surface, high-risk misconfigurations that we are seeing in the wild, 3rd party risks, and how to adopt and implement reliable SaaS tools and #automation.

    Interested in finding out more about Acora? Visit our website here.

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    21 mins
  • Surviving Ransomware in 2022
    Jan 26 2022

    Join Acora and Cymulate as we discuss the 2021 ransomware survey results and the secret to ransomware resiliency.

    Interested in finding out more about Acora? Visit our website here.

    For more information and Cymulate’s full Ransomware Study Report, click here.

    Acora is a progressive technology services provider that is leading the industry with its Experience-Led Approach™. Its mission is to unleash people's potential through outstanding IT experiences, striking the right balance between frictionless user experience and best-in-class security. Acora continually invests in the right people, processes, and platforms that enable businesses to excel and reach their full potential.

    Discover all of our IT and Cyber Security services here: Our Services - Acora

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    24 mins