James Boswell

The recent issue at UniSuper is a reminder of how important it is to have a strong backup plan. Thankfully, UniSuper had backups with another service provider, which helped them get back on track. This situation also shows us that using multiple cloud architecture may help preventing similar problem if one of the cloud service stops working ... 🤞🏻 //“This is an isolated, ‘one-of-a-kind occurrence’ that has never before occurred with any of Google Cloud’s clients globally. This should not have happened. Google Cloud has identified the events that led to this disruption and taken measures to ensure this does not happen again.” While UniSuper normally has duplication in place in two geographies, to ensure that if one service goes down or is lost then it can be easily restored, because the fund’s cloud subscription was deleted, it caused the deletion across both geographies. UniSuper was able to eventually restore services because the fund had backups in place with another provider.// #resilience #multicloud #oneofakindoccurrence #incident https://lnkd.in/gmDK4fPt

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A security breach could shatter customer trust and your bottom line. Is your organisation truly secure? ADAPT's report reveals 5 key strategies Australian CISOs should be prioritising to fortify their data ecosystems and build resilience. Download the free report to gain actionable insights on aligning your security initiatives with your business goals. [Link to access report in the comments] #CyberSecurity #DataSecurity #Security Pooja Singh Aarjun Sampath Kumar

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Azure OpenAI is now approved for government use! Federal agencies can securely deploy Azure OpenAI services into new or existing accredited cloud environments. From planning ATO to implementing use cases, explore how AI can support mission-critical operations while ensuring top-tier security. Read the announcement: https://okt.to/QVJm7p Learn how AIS can help you navigate the deployment process on our blog: https://okt.to/Qu0jPl #AzureOpenAI #GovernmentAI #FedRAMP #DoD #CloudSecurity #DigitalTransformation #MicrosoftAzure

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In a recent incident, Google Cloud mistakenly erased a customer account valued at $135 billion, impacting over 600,000 individuals. This blunder involving Australian pension fund UniSuper underscores a critical lesson for businesses worldwide: the importance of diversifying cloud backups. Relying solely on a single cloud provider can leave you vulnerable to significant data loss, as UniSuper experienced firsthand. Here’s what you should know about diversifying your cloud backups. https://lnkd.in/gNZAdk8w #cloudbackup #cybersecurity

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#DisasterRecovery (DR) is crucial for businesses as it minimizes data loss and business disruption from catastrophic events, ensuring the resumption of operations and safeguarding against huge financial consequences and reputational damage. #businesscontinuity #DRaaS #hybridcloud #ibmcloud

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Google's Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian has weighed in on the UniSuper fiasco. The multi region setup accidentally deleted... These incidents are possible, always ask the "What if question....?" "How do we recover...?" #cloud #privatecloud #dr #businessplan #gcp #google #aws #microsoft #azure https://lnkd.in/er_MNmEh

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Curious about the cloud complexities of Australian organisations? iTnews’ inaugural Cloud Covered report delves deep into the hybrid cloud landscape. "Two decades of haphazard purchasing of SaaS and public cloud services has left many Australian organisations neither fully in nor fully out of the cloud." Explore insights from IT executives like Richard Wiltshire and Greg Wratt, navigating the nuances of hybrid environments for optimal cost and performance. Discover modernisation priorities, migration challenges, and industry perspectives from leaders like Paul Keen and Thomas Varsavsky. Read the report now! https://lnkd.in/gGrG7kA4 Sponsored by Interactive and Rubrik #HybridCloud #CloudCovered

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One in 200 Windows devices crash and show the dreaded Blue Screen of Death under normal use. That’s a lot. And it can mean lost time, money, even data. But around half of these crashes can be avoided if your business takes a few simple preventative steps. Here’s what I suggest… #Microsoft #BlueScreenOfDeath #ITManagement https://lnkd.in/d63YC_y8

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🔒 Your trust in us is our top priority. 🌏 FlowLogic users in Australia and New Zealand, rest assured knowing your data is in safe hands. 💡 Our ISO 27001 certification and NDIS Auditor endorsements like this one from Tess are a testament of our commitment to providing your NDIS business with compliant software. 🌐#DataSecurity #PrivacyMatters #NDIScompliance #FlowLogic #Datanova #ISO27001

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📣 This July, the Adelaide Azure User Group is thrilled to welcome Reid Purvis (Cloud Paradigm) for an enlightening session on bridging the hybrid cloud security requirements using Zero Trust architecture. 📅Tuesday, 9th July 2024 🕒3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ACST 🗺️Microsoft Office (Level 12, 147 Pirie Street) 🗓️ Session Highlights: When using, extending or migrating IT services into Azure, security is a fundamental consideration. This presentation covers the key considerations for architecting Azure landing zones and solutions aligned with a Zero Trust security model and offers useful and pragmatic suggestions for improving your Azure security posture. 🔗 RSVP Now: Don’t miss out on the chance to enhance your cloud skills and network with fellow professionals. Register today at https://lnkd.in/g3DkhxMf 🌐 Can’t join us physically? No problem! Join us virtually through the provided link. Looking forward to seeing you there, whether in person or online! 📢Want to present or request a topic? Fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/gy-aXWPe

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