Six steps to complete a cybersecurity audit By Jim Bourke; HLB Global Technology & Advisory Services Leader In today’s digital-first world, even the most sophisticated cyber-security plans need more than periodic polishing. That’s where a cybersecurity audit comes in—a comprehensive assessment that scrutinises your cyber defences and uncovers hidden vulnerabilities. An audit differs from a cybersecurity plan: while a plan … Read More

What crisis management lessons can we learn from the tech outage of 2024? A critical disruption of CrowdStrike’s services may have triggered the tech outage of 2024, but it sent a clear message to the business world that even their most advanced systems could fail. It was an unexpected event that exposed vulnerabilities across various sectors, and it highlighted the … Read More

Doing business in Indonesia and Singapore With its dynamic economies and strategic location, Southeast Asia continues to attract global businesses seeking growth and expansion. Singapore and Indonesia, in particular, offer unique opportunities but also present new challenges for enterprises looking to establish a foothold in the region. Despite the region’s appeal, Southeast Asia’s economic landscape is far from uniform. Each … Read More

Defining success: women, work and leadershipHLB Women Advancement Report 2024 BELIEVE GENDER BIASES AND STEREOTYPES AFFECT THE PROGRESSION OF WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP0% AGREE SOCIETAL BIASES INFLUENCE PERCEPTIONS OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP, FAVOURING MALE SUCCESSORS0% STATE THE LACK OF GENDER DIVERSITY IN DECISION-MAKING ROLES NEGATIVELY IMPACTS WOMEN'S ADVANCEMENT0% This comprehensive report offers global insights into gender parity, diversity, and inclusion within the … Read More

Building a system of belonging A view from Stephanie Rix, Chief People Officer, HLB The conversation around gender diversity is as important as ever. Despite a balanced gender ratio at the graduate level in financial services, we witness a concerning decline in female representation as we ascend the corporate ladder. The fact that women hold only 32% of leadership roles … Read More

The economic impact of hosting large sporting events Hosting large sporting events like Euro 2024 and the Olympic Games is often seen as a prestigious opportunity for nations and cities around the world. They carry global recognition and are believed to have a significant contribution to the economy, with an impact extending beyond immediate costs and revenues. However, data from … Read More

The benefits of pro bono work to your business By Israel Tannenbaum; Partner, Withum (HLB USA) Pro bono work, offering professional services at no charge or a reduced fee, has long been a staple of the legal world. But its impact reaches far beyond the courtroom. More businesses across diverse fields—finance, tech, consulting, healthcare—are embracing pro bono efforts. Discover how … Read More

Revolutionising finance: How AI is transforming investment and risk management By Israel Tannenbaum; Partner, Withum (HLB USA) In today’s fast-paced world, the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and finance is catching the attention of industry experts, investors, and tech enthusiasts alike. As AI continues to grow, its impact on the financial sector is becoming more significant, changing everything from investment … Read More

HLB athletes on track in Paris With the Paris Olympic Games still fresh in our memory and the Paralympics soon to get underway, HLB is delighted to have two athletes to support in their endeavors during the games; Sarah Carli from HLB Mann Judd competed in the 400m hurdles event, and HLB Ireland sponsored athlete Richael Timothy competing in para-cycling. … Read More

Global Non-Profits expanding to the USA: Key strategies for success By Israel Tannenbaum; Partner, Withum (HLB USA) According to some research, non-profits have grown to become a sizeable part of the US economy, with global Not-For-Profits (NFPs) taking a very close look at their involvement in the sector. Yet these global entities must tread carefully as they move forward so … Read More