87. Why do I need to consider data management and security?

The complex issues of data management and cyber security are important for every organisation, no matter what its size. This guide considers the key issues and what action to take to maintain strong systems.

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Data management and cyber security may seem like issues which only affect large corporate organisations. However, secure working, maintaining the quality of records and guarding against vulnerabilities created by old technology or personal devices and systems used by volunteers are all important considerations for smaller organisations. This resource outlines the main issues facing smaller organisations and what key actions can be taken.

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Level 11. Beginners
You're starting from scratch, or you need a digital skills and knowledge refresh. You're time poor and need a quick fix.



Level 22. Development
You've mastered the basics and now you want to fine tune your digital skills and knowledge. You're looking for new ideas and inspiration to achieve what you want to achieve.

Level 33. Advanced
You know what you're doing digitally but you want to do it better. You're keen to test and experiment and take your heritage organisation to the next level.

Digital Heritage Hub is managed by Arts Marketing Association (AMA) in partnership with The Heritage Digital Consortium and The University of Leeds. It has received Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and National Lottery funding, distributed by The Heritage Fund as part of their Digital Skills for Heritage initiative. Digital Heritage Hub is free and answers small to medium sized heritage organisations most pressing and frequently asked digital questions.

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