Bitpipe: Risk Assessment Research

The Total Economic Impact™ Of Progress Management for Interconnected Applications

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

In February 2009, Progress Actional commissioned Forrester Consulting to examine the total economic impact and potential ROI enterprises may realize by deploying Progress Actional. The Progress Actional solution provides visibility, security, and control of the activities of services and end-to-end business transactions in a runtime environment. Published by: Progress Software, Inc.

Lost Laptops: More Expensive Than You Think

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

New research quantifies the primary factors driving the cost of a lost or stolen laptop Published by: Intel Corporation

Streamlining Security Operations with RSA Data Loss Prevention and RSA enVision Solutions

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This brief paper highlights RSA's data loss prevention and security information and event management solutions, discussing how they simplify compliance, enhance security, and optimize IT and network operations. Published by: RSA, The Security Division of EMC

Enhanced Spend Management with Improved Data Quality

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In today's current economy, companies are all looking for new ways of squeezing more savings out of their operations in traditional and non-traditional areas such as purchasing, not only as an area of cost savings, but one that has potential to drive competitive advantage. Listen in as Jim Hart and Dan Soceanu of DataFlux discuss enhanced... Published by: DataFlux Corporation

iovation Risk Module: Fighting Fraud with Device Based Risk Reporting

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this informative webinar that details the cutting edge solutions iovation, Inc. has to offer in order to prevent and detect fraud and abuse. Published by: iovation, Inc.

Top Five SIM Pitfalls: Ensuring Successful Security Information Management

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper was designed to help Security, IT and Compliance professionals in deploying Security Information Management (SIM) tools. It explores the pitfalls that have led to failed projects for other and provides organizations in need of SIM with guidance for ensuring a successful SIM Project. Published by: SecureWorks

eBook: Compliance for the Midmarket: Governance, Risk and Technology

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this E-book to learn about how you can take a proactive approach to regulatory compliance. Rather then waste time and resources tackling one regulation at a time, find out how companies are looking at the big picture and forming security strategies based on their needs.

Sponsored By: Imperva and StoredIQ Published by: SearchCompliance.com

The Financial Close: Optimizing Performance and Driving Financial Excellence

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The term "financial close" describes a corporation's ability to complete its accounting cycles and produce financial statements for internal management and external legal reporting. This paper identifies solutions to help organizations improve and sustain their close times and address the challenges associated with automating internal controls Published by: SAP America Inc

A Complete View Of The Enterprise: Linking Operational And Financial Planning In Global Organizations

Thu, 01 May 2008 24:00:00 EDT

In February 2008, CFO Research Services, a unit of CFO Publishing and part of The Economist Group, began a research project with Business Objects, an SAP company, asking senior finance executives to give views on their priorities and challenges around integrating operational and financial planning processes. Published by: SAP America Inc

Governance, Risk, and Compliance For Life Sciences Companies

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

SAP® solutions for governance, risk, and compliance help you institutionalize compliance throughout the enterprise. Across operational, financial, global trade, and environmental compliance activities, you can reduce costs and risks while boosting productivity and increasing your competitive advantage. Published by: SAP America Inc

Managing Risk In Perilous Times: Practical Steps to Accelerate Recovery

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this research, we examine the lessons that have been learnt from the current financial crisis, and propose ten practical lessons that could help to address perceived weaknesses in risk identification, assessment and management. Published by: SAP America Inc

The Two Faces of Risk

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Traditional approaches to risk management emphasize mitigation, focusing on the readily apparent risks facing a company in the areas of security, privacy, credit, regulatory, technology, fraud and more. These threats are, of course, important and must be addressed. Published by: SAP America Inc

Increasing Business Agility

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

According to a September 2006 benchmarking survey conducted by the Americas' SAP Users' Group (ASUG) and SAP on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC ), most organizations today have a reactive approach to GRC management - a fire-drill method of channeling precious resources and management attention to address specific regulatory... Published by: SAP America Inc

Security considerations for SMBs

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

More than ever, SMBs need to focus on security as part of their IT infrastructure. Implementing the latest security tools and providing ongoing, end-user education will minimize risks and allow companies to focus more on growing their business rather than repairing it. Published by: GFI Software Ltd.

The Evolution of SIM

Thu, 28 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Independent security expert Diana Kelley reviews the evolution of SIM technology. She discusses its benefits to compliance and business efficiency, as well as how vendors have addressed its challenges, making it a more user–friendly, out-of-box technology. Published by: eIQnetworks

How SIMs Fit into a Compliance Framework

Thu, 28 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Join independent security expert Diana Kelley to learn how enterprises use SIM tools to comply with PCI and other mandates such as HIPAA and SOX. Also review integration hot points and how companies are using SIM as part of their risk assessment process. Published by: eIQnetworks

eBook: Understanding GRC

Wed, 20 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This in depth eBook explores all facets of GRC from the complexities of evaluating the right solution for your organization to implementing governance frameworks. Download this exclusive resource today and stay ahead of the GRC curve. Published by: TechTarget

Data-Centric Security for Enterprise WANs

Fri, 15 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Every business needs to protect valuable data, whether to comply with industry regulations or to guard intellectual capital. It's all too easy for users to leak this data to outside parties, either accidentally or with malicious intent. Read this whitepaper to learn how secure Web gateways and DLP systems can be integrated to keep your data safe. Published by: Blue Coat

Governance, Risk, Compliance: Policy Management - Methods and tools

Fri, 08 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This E-Book from SearchSecurity.com and SearchCompliance.com delves into issues surrounding governance, risk, and compliance from a policy management standpoint. It can help you navigate choppy compliance waters and find the right fit for your business. Published by: SearchSecurity.com & SearchCompliance.com

Site Selection for Mission Critical Facilities

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 24:00:00 EST

When selecting a new site for a data center or evaluating an existing site, it is important to understand all potential risks associated with that site. Read this white paper to learn techniques for evaluating and mitigating a site's risk factors. Published by: APC

Be Bold with Smart New IT Investments: 5 Valuable IT Investment Steps for Difficult Economic Times

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Now is the time for great companies and leaders to follow a different path which will result in great rewards in the future. With the right strategy your company can grow market share and come out of this recession stronger. Read on to learn five IT investment steps that you can use to assist in guiding your organization to make the right choices. Published by: PlanView, Inc.

Containing Vendor Sprawl: Improve Security, Reduce Risk & Lower Costs

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:00:00 EDT

This Webcast will explain the cost of managing multiple vendors across disparate products and outline the benefits of consolidating security, storage, and systems management solutions with one strategic vendor. Published by: Symantec Corporation

Sophos Threat Detection Test

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 24:00:00 EDT

Use the Sophos Threat Detection Test to quickly perform a scan and find any viruses, spyware, adware or zero-day threats that might have by-passed your existing protection Published by: Sophos Inc.

Forrester Outlines Database Security Trends in 2009

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This Expert Podcast examines today's ever-changing database security market through a recent Forrester report, as well as database security challenges, vendors and features. Published by: Guardium

SAP Upgrades: Mitigating Risk to Maximize Value

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Why User Productivity Kit for your SAP ECC 6.0 Upgrade? This white paper examines the risks associated with SAP upgrades, details the AcceleratedSAP methodology (developed by SAP to guide customers through such upgrades), and describes risk mitigation approaches using Oracle User Productivity Kit. Published by: Oracle Corporation

Reducing Risks Associated with Adopting a Customer Relationship Management System

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This white paper briefly highlights CRM's recent evolution and examines the risks that accompany those developments. Most important, it identifies the capabilities of Oracle User Productivity Kit that can mitigate the risks posed by CRM systems and maximize the opportunities for valuable returns on CRM investments. Published by: Oracle Corporation

Risk, Readiness and Redundancy: PCI Compliance Automation with Symantec Control Compliance Suite

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Audit failures, security threats, data loss incidents and system outages all represent potential risk scenarios for the business, each with consequences that range from fines and remediation costs to reputation damage and revenue loss. This paper examines how Symantec CCS automates PCI compliance while protecting cardholder data. Published by: Symantec Corporation

Preparing for Tomorrow's Threat Today: What We Can Learn from the History of Malware and Defenses

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Yesterday's virus is today's custom malware, while denial of service attacks has been replaced with botnets. This paper examines the history of attacks of malware and the defenses needed to counter these attacks. Published by: Global Knowledge

Lumension Vulnerability Scanner

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The Lumension Security Vulnerability Scanner is a network-based scanning utility that provides IT departments with comprehensive visibility into their entire heterogeneous network environment through in-depth scans and the automated discovery of all assets, both managed and unmanaged. Published by: Lumension

Discover new Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) tools for transforming Security Operations

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Organizations are constantly challenged to understand what network threats exist and how they can effect their organization. It is also extremely important to understand how past and present events can effect the overall picture of the IT infrastructure. Understanding their security, compliance and operational status in real time is critical. Published by: RSA, The Security Division of EMC

Hard Hat Area: Myths and Pitfalls of Data Mining

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

The intrepid data miner runs many risks, including being buried under mountains of data or disappearing along with the "mysterious disappearing terabyte." Myths and misconceptions create their own risks and need to be debunked. This article outlines some risks, debunks some myths, and provides some protective "hard hats" for data miners. Published by: SPSS Inc. Worldwide Headquarters

Forrester Analyst Shares Key Tips and Tools for Automating Excel Spreadsheet

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Expert to provide key tips and tools for deploying a fast and cost-effective method for automating Excel spreadsheet manipulation; thereby, reducing potential costly mistakes. Published by: Actuate

Vulnerability Assessments: Guidelines to Maximize Performance

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper outlines the process for successfully integrating vulnerability scanning and remediation capabilities to ensure your organization maintains a secure environment while complying with internal and external security policies. Published by: Lumension

Ethical Hacking and Risk Assessments

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Attend this webcast to learn about risk assessment process and tools used by ethical hackers. Published by: Global Knowledge

Dealing with Specific Types of Difficult People

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

One thing you can be sure of: If you don't do something about the "thing" that someone is doing that makes them difficult for you, you'll continue to get more of it. Published by: Global Knowledge

Data Loss Prevention: Keeping Sensitive Data out of the Wrong Hands

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Data security breaches pose a serious threat. Companies need to reduce risks associated with exposing customer data, losing intellectual property, or violating compliance obligations. Learn more about DLP issues, strategies and solutions. Published by: Symantec Corporation

Oracle's Enterprise Performance Management System Datasheet

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Oracle's EPM system includes a suite of performance management applications, and business intelligence (BI) applications. Learn how organizations have optimized business processes by using enterprise resource planning (ERP) and other applications. Published by: Oracle Corporation

HIPAA and Beyond: How to Effectively Safeguard Electronic Protected Health Information

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper details how to go beyond HIPAA by showing how to use HIPAA as the starting point for your security program, and then using best practices and Lumension Security solutions to improve your overall security posture. Published by: Lumension

SEC Exam Survival Guide: Prepare in 12 Steps

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This Securities and Exchange Commission Exam Survival Guide provides you with the actions you can take to prepare for an SEC exam so that when the call comes, there is minimal stress and disruption to your firm. Published by: Advent Software, Inc

Best Practices in Reconciliation: A Practical Guide for Asset Managers

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This whitepaper explains why automated reconciliation is quickly evolving into a competitive necessity. The costs associated with manual reconciliation, the benefits from automation, and the best reconciliation workflow model will all be discussed. Published by: Advent Software, Inc