Webinar: Harvey Norman Business: Backup, Recovery, and Building a Cyber Resilient Practice

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Harvey Norman Business Webinar: Backup, Recovery, and Building a Cyber Resilient Practice - Monday 23rd November 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Where: Online

CPE: 1 CPE point

Description:

This session explores why robust backup and recovery strategies are essential for protecting sensitive patient data, maintaining business continuity, and meeting regulatory requirements. Learn practical methods, common mistakes, and how to build a resilient practice with affordable IT solutions that take the stress out of cyber security.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the impact of data loss and downtime on clinical operations and patient trust.

• Learn how daily backups fit into the Essential Eight Risk Mitigation framework.

• Apply the 3-2-1 backup rule: keep three copies of your data, on two different types of media, with one copy offsite.

• Recognise why cloud storage alone is not a complete backup solution, and the risks of relying solely on external hard drives.

• Ensure minimal downtime, quick restoration, and regulatory compliance through automated backups, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and regular disaster recovery drills.

• Develop a robust recovery plan and leverage technology service providers for proactive monitoring and support.

Presenter: Rutland Smith

Rutland Smith is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience in the technology sector. Currently, he serves as the Director at Harvey Norman Technology for Business, a unique division within the Harvey Norman® franchise group that focuses on providing tailored technology solutions to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Australia.

In his role, Rutland is dedicated to helping Australian small businesses navigate the complex world of IT and cybersecurity. He understands that small businesses often face significant challenges in selecting and implementing the right technology solutions. To address this, Rutland and his team offer comprehensive IT support services that include everything from initial consultation and setup to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.

One of Rutland’s key areas of expertise is cyber security. He recognizes that small businesses are increasingly becoming targets for cybercriminals due to their perceived vulnerabilities. Under his leadership, Harvey Norman Technology for Business provides robust cybersecurity solutions designed to protect SMBs from a wide range of threats.

His commitment to making technology accessible and beneficial for small businesses has made him a trusted advisor in the industry.

Beyond his technical expertise, Rutland is also a passionate advocate for the small business community. He frequently participates in industry events and conferences, sharing his insights on the latest trends and best practices in IT and cybersecurity. His contributions have been instrumental in helping small businesses across Australia enhance their technological capabilities and secure their digital assets.

Rutland Smith’s dedication to empowering small businesses through technology and cybersecurity makes him a valuable resource and a respected leader in the field.

Webinar Recording: Registering for this live event will also give you access to the webinar recording. 

Webinar recordings can be watched at any time.