Is your customer data safe?

Retailers that are engaging in online sales (e-commerce) or collecting customer data in registrations forms have unique security and...

Retailers that are engaging in online sales (e-commerce) or collecting customer data in registrations forms have unique security and privacy considerations. Retailers may be using proprietary solutions or using a 3rd party program to collect and process this information. If a retailer collects this information, they are responsible for its...

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Message from the CEO: 22 August 2016

There’s nothing more frustrating and soul-destroying for any business owner than to see the results of your hard work...

There’s nothing more frustrating and soul-destroying for any business owner than to see the results of your hard work disappear into the pockets of complete strangers. Yet we know that’s the daily reality for many small business owners in the retail space. That’s why your association is working actively with law...

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The next generation $5 banknote is coming

The Reserve Bank is preparing to release the next generation of Australian banknotes. This involves gradually transitioning all denominations...

The Reserve Bank is preparing to release the next generation of Australian banknotes. This involves gradually transitioning all denominations of banknotes to new designs, with upgraded security features, an innovative tactile function to assist the vision-impaired community and reduce counterfeiting. The first of these next generation banknotes is the new...

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BDO 2016 Cyber Security Survey

In today’s digitally reliant marketplace, the need to manage a business’ reputation through effective cyber security measures cannot be...

In today’s digitally reliant marketplace, the need to manage a business’ reputation through effective cyber security measures cannot be underestimated. Knowing what’s required can be the biggest challenge and benchmarking is a vital piece of the decision making puzzle. To contribute to valuable benchmarking, BDO and AusCERT have joined forces to...

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Improvised Explosive Device Protection Guidelines Australia

The Australia-New Zealand Counter-Terrorism Committee (ANZCTC) has launched a set of guidelines for Government and business to help protect...

The Australia-New Zealand Counter-Terrorism Committee (ANZCTC) has launched a set of guidelines for Government and business to help protect Australians from the threat that improvised explosive (IED) devices pose in places of mass gathering. The guidelines were developed to reduce the vulnerability to the threat of terrorism. They are targeted...

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Beware of scammers delivering malware for Christmas

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) have issued a warning for consumers and business owners to be on...

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) have issued a warning for consumers and business owners to be on the lookout for fake delivery parcel scams arriving in your inbox this Christmas season. Over 100 reports of this scam have already been received for December, with only half the...

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