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LANCASTER UNIVERSITY RESEARCH URGES FIRMS TO PRIORITISE EMPLOYEE WELLBEING FOR RESPONSIBLE CYBERSECURITY
New research led by Lancaster University into‘ responsible’ cybersecurity suggests the wellbeing of those in cybersecurity roles should be a key consideration for firms’ security strategies due to the level of burn out amongst those in high-pressure roles. sector, the research team, identifed five different‘ layers’ of responsible cybersecurity needed for an organisation to act responsibly and be adequately protected.
Niki Panteli, Professor of Digital Business at Lancaster University Management School, said:“ Our study highlights interesting findings for the cybersecurity sector to consider but perhaps the most concerning is the level of burnout that was reported amongst our interviewees and the risks this presents to not only individuals’ health, but that of organisations and wider society.
“ Our data suggests that if firms want to act responsibly with their cybersecurity, there is a pressing need to foster a culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and a work-life balance, so that cybersecurity professionals can perform at their best without compromising their health.”
The new study is based on 20 in-depth interviews with senior cybersecurity professionals from a range of organisations and sectors. Researchers use their findings to outline a new model for organisations to follow that illustrates the multiple layers of cybersecurity required in a modern firm.
Using responses and insights from the participants who had between five and 30 years’ experience in the cybersecurity
NEW RESOURCES DESIGNED TO ADVANCE COMMERCIAL SUCCESS FOR DIGITAL HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES
The Digital Medicine Society( DiMe), with support from Peterson Health Technology Institute( PHTI) and ZS Associates, along with other leading industry organisations, released resources to help digital health technologies navigate Integrated Evidence Plans( IEP). These new tools focus on helping DHT developers generate fit-for-purpose evidence that meets the needs of all decision-makers, positioning DHTs for commercial success.
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This project builds on the top priority identified in the 2023 Digital Health Industry Regulatory Needs Assessment: to align best practices between regulatory requirements and decision-making with downstream payers and purchasers.
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