Cyber security is a growing concern both in the private and public sectors. Because it knows no borders, governments play an important role in developing policies and practices that are collaborative in nature to allow organizations to effectively enforce cyber security checks and balances. Derek Manky, research director at Fortinet discusses some of the prevailing cyber security issues faced by governments worldwide today.

The Influenza A H1N1 continues to spread its tentacles. The increased dependence on technology gives companies the opportunity to enhance service delivery even in the face of mobile restriction. Suganthi Shivkumar, Managing Director for Informatica South Asia, cites a number of instances where data integration plays a key role in public organizations continuing on their operation despite widespread pandemics.