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Alan Parker

Alan Parker is an ISO 27001 certified lead auditor and consultant of over 10 years and founder of Iseo Blue Limited. He helps UK SMEs achieve certification in 90 days or less - often without a dedicated security team or a large budget. With over 30 years in IT governance and information security, Alan works with software companies, IT service providers, managed service providers, and professional services firms across the UK, Europe, and internationally. Qualifications: B.Sc (Hons) Information Systems, CISMP certified, ITIL Expert, PRINCE2 Practitioner. Named IT Project Expert of the Year (2024, UK). ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, ANAB accredited certifier issued. Alan writes in plain English for busy teams who need to get things done. Connect on LinkedIn, or explore his free ISO 27001 tools and templates at iseoblue.com.

Evaluating IT Service Strategy Performance

7 October 2025

By Alan Parker

Read this practical guide to evaluating it service strategy performance, written in plain English with examples and tips for busy managers and teams.

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Impact of Geopolitical Conflicts on Cybersecurity Risks

7 October 2025

By Alan Parker

Read this practical guide to impact of geopolitical conflicts on cybersecurity risks, written in plain English with examples and tips for busy managers and teams.

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Exploring UK Data Protection and Online Privacy Laws

7 October 2025

By Alan Parker

Read this practical guide to exploring uk data protection and online privacy laws, written in plain English with examples and tips for busy managers and teams.

GDPR, Uncategorized

Top 10 Common Mistakes When Implementing ISO 27001

7 October 2025

By Alan Parker

Plain-English guidance on top 10 common mistakes when implementing iso 27001 for organisations working towards ISO 27001, with practical examples, checklists and templates for smaller teams.

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Demystifying Information Technology Governance: A Comprehensive Definition Guide

7 October 2025

By Alan Parker

Read this practical guide to what is governance it definition frameworks best practices in 2023, written in plain English with examples and tips for busy managers and teams.

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Ransomware Readiness: The Reality Check

23 August 2025

By Alan Parker

Exploring what to do in the event of a ransomware attack. Are you prepared?

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Business Case Template: Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guidance

11 June 2025

By Alan Parker

Download my free business case template to help you define your project's purpose in its early stages and 'sell' it to those who can approve it.

Project Management

12 Practical Steps to Minimise the Risk of Personal Data Breaches

31 May 2025

By Alan Parker

12 Steps to help minimise your risk of having a data breach. Practical advice and guidance on protecting yourself in an increasingly dangerous time.

Information Security, GDPR

The Ultimate Guide to the 9 Best Project Management Books of 2025

28 May 2025

By Alan Parker

My guide on my top 9 best project management books. Something for all types of project managers.

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How to Create a Request Management Process

28 May 2025

By Alan Parker

Read this practical guide to how to create a request management process, written in plain English with examples and tips for busy managers and teams.

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