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Common Challenges Organisations Face Implementing the Essential Eight Strategies

02 October 2025

The ASD Essential Eight provides clear guidance on reducing cyber risk, but knowing what to do and actually putting it into practice are two different things. Many organisations encounter real-world obstacles when implementing the eight strategies. Understanding these challenges can help you plan more effectively and strengthen your overall cyber r…

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A person pointing at a shield surrounded by eight IT security icons, representing the strategies in the ASD Essential Eight framework. A person pointing at a shield surrounded by eight IT security icons, representing the strategies in the ASD Essential Eight framework.

A Practical Guide to the ASD Essential Eight

25 September 2025

The ASD Essential Eight was developed by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). This best practice guidance sets out eight key mitigation strategies that, when implemented effectively, can significantly reduce the risk of cyber attacks. For many organisations, understanding where to start and how to put the Essential Eight into practice can feel…

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ASD Essential Eight Maturity Levels Explained

18 September 2025

The ASD Essential Eight is designed to make organisations more resilient against cyber threats. But knowing what to implement is only half the story - the real challenge is understanding how well the eight strategies have been put into practice. That’s where the Essential Eight Maturity Model comes in.

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A person working on a laptop on a data governance strategy, with the word “AI” and an overlay of a padlock and shield symbol representing AI best practices. A person working on a laptop on a data governance strategy, with the word “AI” and an overlay of a padlock and shield symbol representing AI best practices.

Modern Data Governance Practices to Consider for the AI Era

10 September 2025

Data is more than just a business asset, it’s often the fuel that powers decisions, processes, and innovation. But when it’s unmanaged, misused or poorly protected, that same data can become a major liability. Organisations that don’t prioritise data governance put themselves at significant risk.

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