Webinar alert: Building a Cyber Resilient Organisation: Best Practices for Retail and Hospitality
With Marks and Spencer, Co-op and Harrods all being hit by cyber attacks in recent weeks, a webinar taking place this Thursday and organised by Xentra and Vista Technology Support is particularly timely and not to be missed.
Enhancements in digital infrastructures have transformed the way retail stores operate. Increased operating efficiencies, accurate inventory management and a better experience for customers are just some of the benefits.
However, this shift has also increased retails exposure to cyber attack. As operations become increasingly digital and more data is stored and shared online, the importance of strong cyber security measures has never been more critical.
Protecting customer information is not only a legal obligation, but also a key factor in preserving trust and safeguarding brand reputation.
In the webinar, Xentra and Vista Technology Support will discuss how the industry can build resilience against this increasing threat.
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Featured presenters:
James Pepper, CEO at Vista Technology Support
Charles Ramsay, CRO at Xentra
Neil Lewis, Director of Technology and Systems Development at Vista Technology Support
Duration: 45 minutes
Price: Free
Language: English
Open to: Everyone
2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS
Cyber security will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.
The awards, which are now open for entries, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.
Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.
In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”
He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”
“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”
Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering.
For further information on the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, please fill in the below form and we will get back to you asap.
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