There is an increasingly blurred line between the physical and digital worlds; businesses of all sizes must prioritise cybersecurity to protect their assets. It is imperative to build and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity plan, but how do SMEs achieve this and tackle the evolving threat head-on?
Six steps to complete a cybersecurity audit
In today’s digital-first world, even the most sophisticated cybersecurity plans need more than periodic polishing. An audit differs from a cybersecurity plan: while a plan maps out your strategy, an audit tests it in the heat of battle. Discover why a cyber audit is an essential exercise in today’s world.
What crisis management lessons can we learn from the tech outage of 2024?
While organisations increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, effective risk assurance and contingency planning must be top of mind. We take a closer look at the Crowdstrike tech outage of 2024 and what it might mean for your business moving forwards.
Doing business in Indonesia and Singapore
With its dynamic economies and strategic location, Southeast Asia continues to attract global businesses seeking growth and expansion. Singapore and Indonesia, in particular, offer unique opportunities but also present new challenges for enterprises looking to establish a foothold in the region.
What is the interplay between ESG and Transfer Pricing?
ESG considerations have gained prominence and new complexities that multinational enterprises (MNEs) must navigate carefully, but what is the real impact of ESG costs on transfer pricing across different regions? What do leaders need to know about recent regulatory developments?
The economic impact of hosting large sporting events
Hosting large sporting events is often believed to have a significant contribution to the economy, with an impact extending beyond immediate costs and revenues. However, data suggests a potentially different reality, raising questions about the actual value of hosting such mega-events.
Revolutionising finance: How AI is transforming investment and risk management
In today’s fast-paced world, the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and finance is catching the attention of industry experts, investors, and tech enthusiasts alike. As AI continues to grow, its impact on the financial sector is becoming more significant, changing everything from investment strategies to risk management.
HLB athletes on track in Paris
HLB is delighted to have two athletes to support in their endeavors during the Paris Olympic and Paralympic games; we learn how their individual journeys to the games have unfolded, and how HLB has assisted along the way.
Global Non-Profits expanding to the USA: Key strategies for success
Non-profits have grown to become a sizeable part of the US economy, with global NFPs taking a very close look at their involvement in the sector. It’s critical for global operations to understand a number of key factors; so how should they proceed?
How large-scale sporting events like Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympics handled sustainability
Large-scale events like Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympics have global reach and high visibility which makes them ideal for raising awareness around ESG issues and highlighting practical solutions. Their events set a precedent for how large organisations could adopt similar measures elsewhere.
Addressing record low global employee engagement
In recent years, employee engagement has become a pressing concern for organisations worldwide. Future focus needs to be on Leadership accountabilities and tangible changes in job and workplace design including harnessing technology like AI to improve working conditions.
Capital gap belies long-term growth in agritech
Following rapid growth driven by increased awareness of environmental impact and food security concerns, agritech startups experienced a funding drought in 2023. With the agricultural sector facing challenges and capital becoming scarcer, businesses are at a defining moment.