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Information Security Policy
Information security - Hard facts URN 04/619
An introduction to information security. The booklet alerts businesses, particularly SME's to potential problems and points them in the direction of solutions.
Getting a copy
Can be ordered free of charge from the publications section on the DBERR website. May also be ordered by telephone on the DBERR publications line 0845 015 010 or by fax 0845 015 0020. Also see the publications link on the right of the page.
More information
See the Buiness Link website . See the IT and e-commerce link for much more advice about information security.
Information Security BS7799 and the Data Protection Act URN 04/621
Explains how the BS7799 Code of Practice can help you meet the information security requirements of the 1998 Data Protection Act.
Getting a copy
Can be downloaded or ordered free of charge from the publications section on the DBERR website or by telephone on 0845 015 0010 or by fax 0845 015 0020.
More information
See the Business link website. See the IT and e-commerce link for much more advice about information security.
Guidelines for creating effective information security policies
For businesses, information on key requirements in the development and implementation of a security policy in line with BS 7799 (the code of practice for information security management).
Getting a copy
Available to members of Intellect only (Intellect is the trade body for the UK based information technology, telecommunications and electronics industry).
More information
From Intellect on 020 7331 2000 or visit the website.
Information Security: Guide to the Electronic Communications Act 2000 URN 04/622
Covers the importance of secure electronic trading and an overview of the Act which creates a legal framework for electronic commerce both in the public and private sectors. Is of use to all businesses that buy or sell electronically.
Getting a copy
Can be downloaded as a pdf or ordered free of charge from the publications section of the DBERR Website or by telephone on 0845 015 0010 or by fax 0545 015 0020.
More information
From the Business Link website. See the IT and e-commerce link.
Last update: Thursday, October 18, 2007