IT Principles and Policies for your business – 7 April 2025

This 1.5-hour interactive webinar offers a clear and practical guide to creating essential IT policies that support data security, privacy, and compliance, especially in today’s flexible work environments. We will cover the basics of IT policies, why they matter, and how they protect both businesses and their clients. Special focus will be given to policies that address remote work and the use of personal devices (BYOD) to access company information, as these are increasingly common practices.

Date:

7 April, 2025

Time:

14:30

Hours:

2.5 hours

CPD Units:

2.5

Category:

Operator, Practice Management

Group:

Channel 2: Growth

Format:

Live Event

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Product Information

The session will blend easy-to-understand explanations with practical examples and step-by-step demonstrations, helping attendees see how IT policies work in real business settings. Group discussions and Q&A opportunities will allow participants to ask questions and share experiences, making the learning more relevant and tailored to their needs. By the end of the session, attendees will have a solid foundation to create or improve IT policies in their own businesses, helping to keep information safe, compliant, and aligned with modern working practices.

What will set you apart

By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies

The importance of IT policies and their impact on business operations.
Key principles in creating effective IT policies, including managing personal devices (BYOD) and remote work setups.
Techniques for using IT policies to enhance client services.
Practical examples of implementing IT policies for various business needs.
Steps to improve data security and policy compliance across different working environments.
Effective communication methods for IT requirements and updates to clients and team members.
Specific considerations for policies around personal devices, remote work, and secure data access.

Event breakdown

Introduction to IT Policies and Principles

Overview of IT policies: Purpose, benefits, and risks.

Key principles for effective IT governance, including policies for personal devices and remote access.

Building IT Policies Aligned with Business Needs

Structuring policies for data security, privacy, and business continuity.

Identifying key policy areas: Data handling, access control, BYOD, and remote work considerations.

IT Policies for Client Services

Applying IT policies to enhance client service.

Key metrics to monitor and report for client-related data security.

Effective communication with clients on IT practices, including secure remote work and device management.

Implementing Policies for Personal Devices (BYOD) and Remote Work

Creating policies to address risks associated with personal devices and remote access.

Practical tips for secure data access and management.

Case studies and real-life examples of successful BYOD and remote work policies.

Independent Review Using IT Policies

Conducting policy-driven independent reviews.

Ensuring compliance and accuracy in data handling and reporting.

Practical tips for maintaining audit trails and transparency with remote work and personal device policies.

Q&A and Interactive Discussion

Open floor for questions.

Real-life examples and participant experiences with remote work and BYOD policies.

Key takeaways and best practices for IT policy implementation.

Certificate

The following event is awarded 2.5 CPD units in Practice Management and Operator.

Presenter/s

Leana van der Merwe

Leana: Leana van der Merwe, with 18+ years in accounting and corporate governance, Leana leads technical support at CIBA and is a recognized thought leader in regulatory compliance.