5.2 Operational issues Flashcards
health and safety
employers are responsible for the safety of their employees according to the health and safety at work act (1974)
e.g. enough rest breaks
security of information
organisations have a responsibility to secure personal data stored about employees and users
having data lost can result in
fines
lawsuits
loss of reputation
organisation policies
documents setting out expectations for employees that must be read and signed so that disciplinary action can be taken if the policy is not followed
acceptable use policies
rules of how computer systems should be used
ensure understanding of how to stay safe online
change management
formally considering business adaptations
senior managers will meet to discuss and may conduct market research
disaster planning and recovery
disaster planning is thinking about what to do ahead of time
disaster recovery is thinking about how to get systems back online
What year is the health and safety act
1974