Reference no: EM133918381
Assignment:
Case Study Title: Cybersecurity and Technology Management in a Digital Era
(Mzansi TechPro Solutions - A Company at Risk)
Mzansi TechPro Solutions, a mid-sized IT services firm specialising in cloud solutions and software development, has faced several challenges recently. The organisation serves diverse industries, including healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. With digital transformation at the forefront of its strategy, Mzansi TechPro has aggressively adopted emerging technologies, including IoT, blockchain, and AI-driven data analytics.
Despite its innovation-first approach, Mzansi TechPro has experienced several cybersecurity incidents, including phishing attacks, ransomware, and data breaches. These incidents have eroded client trust and highlighted gaps in its security practices. Simultaneously, the company's technology management practices are being questioned due to inefficiencies in managing technology lifecycles, leading to cost overruns and project delays.
The board has tasked Mzansi TechPro's CIO, Lindo Mokoena, with developing a comprehensive plan to address these challenges. She focuses on strengthening cybersecurity practices and improving the management of digital technology systems and products. To assist in crafting a robust strategy, Lindo has commissioned your consulting firm to prepare a report and deliver a presentation.
Assignment requirements
You are required to:
(a) Cybersecurity Practices
- Assess and recommend fundamental cybersecurity practices required to safeguard organisational data, ensuring compliance with privacy and data protection regulations; - Evaluate potential risks and threats specific to MzansiTechPro's digital ecosystem.
(b) Technology Management Frameworks - Apply technology management frameworks to demonstrate how digital technology systems or products can be effectively and efficiently managed throughout their lifecycle. - Identify best practices for aligning cybersecurity measures with lifecycle management strategies;
(c) Integration of Concepts
- Synthesise insights into a cohesive strategy that addresses cybersecurity and technology management challenges while aligning with Mzansi TechPro's business goals.