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Your IT systems and software are the backbone of your business. With so many parts of your operations now in the digital domain, it’s vital to protect your cybersecurity.

Malicious hackers will always be looking for an opportunity to access your systems or steal your sensitive customer information. So, it’s vital to do everything you can to boost your security.

New cybersecurity resources from the NZ government

Small businesses are the target for nearly half of all cyber crime in Aotearoa New Zealand, with one in three experiencing at least one cyber attack. That’s a sobering stat, if you’re unsure about the quality and effectiveness of your cybersecurity measures.

Fortunately, the NZ government has published a new ‘Protect your business from cyber crime’ site, with links to a selection of resources and videos to improve your cybersecurity.

The site includes advice on:

Protecting your business online

Learn why it’s important for your business to prioritise online security and how to start getting your business in better shape.

Protecting your online accounts

Find out about the most important protections you can put in place for your online accounts and cloud-based finance tools.

Protecting your data and systems

Understand how to protect your data and your customers’ data, and how to best recover from an online attack.

Protecting your website and social media

Get advice on putting protections in place for your website and your social media accounts.

Spotting and avoiding phishing

Learn about the most common online attack – phishing – and how your business can avoid getting caught by it.

Cybersecurity measures are no longer a ‘nice to have’. They’re a vital part of your governance and risk assessment as the owner and director of a business.