The 2nd quarter of 2020 could be categorized as bittersweet with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic which took world economies by storm as lives and livelihoods were significantly impacted by the novel Coronavirus. We simply saw the turn of events as an opportunity to make a difference by leveraging on our trusted contacts within [...]

With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rapidly changing statistics are alarming and causing a frenzy as world leaders, multi-nationals, institutions and citizens across the globe struggle to adapt to this new change. Acknowledging the pivotal role of technology in  evolving the new normal, Digital Jewels Ltd, a leading Afro-centric IT Governance, Risk and [...]

As a NITDA licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO), Digital Jewels is positioned to provide a full compliment of data protection services to address the business, security and compliance needs of organizations at all stages of maturity in  their data protection journey. Delivery of our data protection services is enriched by our  in-depth understanding of [...]

In today’s business world, product cycles are accelerating and the boundaries between sectors are becoming increasingly blurred. As a result, many traditional sources of competitive advantage are ever more fleeting. It has become very necessary for IT professionals to adapt to change as this inevitable becomes critical to business success. The Executive Development Program is [...]

Happy Data Privacy Day 2020! Data privacy or information privacy is a branch of data security concerned with the proper handling of data – consent, notice, and regulatory obligations. More specifically, practical data privacy concerns often revolve around: Whether or how data is shared with third parties. How data is legally collected or stored. Regulatory [...]

Highlights of Our 74th Information Value chain Break Fast Forum, Accra Ghana! The IVC Breakfast forum is a platform for knowledge sharing, information exchange, and networking. Our 74th IVC – Information Value chain Break Fast Forum held at Kempinski Hotel, Accra Ghana with the theme: Cyber- Warfare; What is in Your Arsenal? This Break Fast [...]

Digital Jewels Ltd Joins the Rest of the world to celebrate women around the world. We Celebrate these passionate, focused and determined women whose efforts have contributed remarkably to the transformation of Africa and the world at large. Thank you for all you do! Thank you for your Zeal, commitment & tenacity! We Wish You [...]

The World Standards Day is commended globally every year on October 14. It is an international day of observance recognized worldwide since 1970 coordinated by IEC, (International Electrotechnical Commission) ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and ITU, (International Telecommunication Union). The World Standards Day celebrates the collaborative efforts of the thousands of public and private-sector experts [...]

SAFETY 101 Observe your surroundings before using an ATM. If the machine is obstructed from view or poorly lit, visit another ATM. Shield the screen and keyboard so anyone waiting to use the ATM cannot see you enter your PIN or transaction amount. Put your cash, card and receipt away immediately. Count your money later, [...]

ISO 450001 LEAD IMPLEMENTER TRAINING- JUNE 2019 Q1: What are your overall impressions of this course? Response 1:”The course has improved my knowledge”– Kizito ( Interwsitch Group) Q2: What elements of the course did you really like? Response 2:“Risk Assesment and opportunities”– Kizito ( Interwsitch Group) ISO 22301 LEAD IMPLEMENTER TRAINING JANUARY, 2018 Q1: What are your overall impressions of this [...]

Introduction Some organizations and employees tend to relegate the need for proper information security (InfoSec) practices in their day to day activities. This article examines the negative effects of poor InfoSec practices within organizations and the lessons employees and organizations will have to learn from some InfoSec incidents. Information Information is an important business asset, [...]

Digital Jewels successfully led yet another of its clients (NIMC) to certification stage of the ISO27001 standard.. The National Identity Management Commission was awarded the ISO27001:2005 certificate by the British Standard Institute (BSI) at a ceremony held on the 23rd of April 2014 in Abuja with all key stakeholders in attendance. According to the Director-General [...]

The  title above formed the basis of an extensive discussion by panelist at the Transform Africa Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, on Thursday the 16th May 2019 led by Mrs. Adedoyin Odunfa, MD/CEO of Digital Jewels Ltd, A leading IT Professional with over two (2) decades of active Consulting, Business Development and Management in general and specialized areas [...]

Digital Jewels in 2012 took the lead by becoming the 1st professional services firm in Africa to be accredited to the ISO27001:2005 standard. In Q2 2014, we have maintained the lead by attaining and advancing to the latest version of the ISO27001 standard which is the 2013 version. The new standard places more emphasis on [...]

The 2014 Nigerian Cyber Threat Barometer is a landmark research project conducted by Digital Jewels in partnership with Wolfpack Information Risk (Pty) Ltd , the South African based Information Security Firm that published the South African Cyber Threat Barometer report in 2012. Both research projects were funded by the British High Commission. The research included a cross [...]