Without these things, your organisation is in danger
Technology is constantly evolving, and it can be difficult for organisations to keep up. However, there are some bare minimum technology considerations that every UK organisation should be aware of in 2023.
Cybersecurity
Cyber security is a top concern for organisations of all sizes. In today's digital world, organisations are constantly at risk of cyber attacks, such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, and phishing attacks.
To protect themselves from cyber attacks, organisations need to have a robust cyber security strategy in place. This strategy should include measures such as:
Implementing strong security policies and procedures
Educating employees about cybersecurity best practices
Investing in cybersecurity solutions, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software
Regularly backing up data
Cloud computing
Cloud computing is another important technology consideration for UK organisations in 2023. Cloud computing offers a number of benefits, such as:
Scalability
Cloud computing resources can be scaled up or down as needed, which can save businesses money.
Accessibility
Cloud computing resources can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection, which can improve employee productivity.
Reliability
Cloud computing providers typically have a high uptime SLA, which means that businesses can be confident that their applications and data will be available when they need them.
Data analytics
Data analytics is another important technology consideration for UK organisations in 2023. Data analytics can help organisations to make better decisions by providing insights into their customers, operations, and performance.
To get the most out of data analytics, organisations need to have a good understanding of their data. They also need to have the right tools and expertise in place to analyze their data and extract insights.
Artificial intelligence (AI)
AI is another technology that is rapidly gaining popularity among UK organisations. AI can be used to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and create new products and services.
To get the most out of AI, organisations need to have a good understanding of AI technologies and how they can be used to benefit their business. They also need to have the right data and infrastructure in place to support their AI initiatives.
Mobile technology
Mobile technology is another important technology consideration for UK organisations in 2023. More and more people are using their mobile devices to access the internet and interact with businesses.
To reach their customers where they are, organisations need to have a mobile-friendly website and mobile apps. They also need to have a mobile-friendly customer service strategy.
Remote working
Remote working is becoming increasingly popular among UK organisations. Remote working can offer a number of benefits, such as:
Increased employee productivity
Reduced costs
Improved employee morale
To support remote working, organisations need to have the right technology in place. This includes providing employees with access to the tools and resources they need to do their jobs remotely, as well as implementing security measures to protect data and systems.
Additional tips
Create a technology roadmap
A technology roadmap will help you to identify your organisation's technology needs and develop a plan to meet those needs.
Get buy-in from senior management
It is important to get buy-in from senior management before investing in new technologies. This will help to ensure that your technology investments are aligned with the organisation's overall business goals.
Invest in training
It is important to invest in training for your employees so that they know how to use your new technologies effectively.
Monitor your technology investments
It is important to monitor your technology investments to ensure that they are delivering the desired results.
Conclusion
These are just some of the bare minimum technology considerations that UK organisations should be aware of in 2023. By investing in the right technologies, organisations can improve their security, efficiency, and profitability.
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National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Cloud Industry Forum
British Computer Society (BCS)