This information session introduces the Delaware Small Business Development Center's (DSBDC) flagship cybersecurity resource: the Data Assured Workbook Guide and Toolkit.
Recently updated to align with the NIST 2.0 Cybersecurity Standards, this resource is designed specifically for small business owners and decision-makers, regardless of your background or technical proficiency. On your way to building cybersecure business practices, no matter the industry, these resources are meant to build skills while you are making meaningful improvements. This session provides a straightforward, high-level overview of how the workbook breaks down cyber risk management into practical, manageable steps.
Session Topics:
Small Business Cyber Risk: An outline of common digital threats small businesses face and the importance of establishing basic risk management
NIST 2.0 Alignment: How the updated national framework applies to small business operations without requiring specialized IT infrastructure
Workbook & Toolkit Breakdown: A top-level review of the Data Assured Guide, highlighting how to navigate its core concepts
Practical Implementation: Overview of the pre-formatted inventory spreadsheets, templates, and checklists included in the toolkit to track assets and assess risk in your business
Next Steps & SBDC Support: How attendees can access the free workbook bundle and leverage one-on-one advising through the Delaware SBDC
Access the resource online ahead of the session at delawaresbdc.org/data-assured.
ZOOM WORKSHOP
This workshop will be an online Zoom event. The Zoom meeting link will be provided at the end of this registration process and in the confirmation email. Please use the Zoom link to join the workshop.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency will be provided when requested at least 1 week in advance at 302-831-1555.
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Fee: No Cost
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