UK companies in the security and cyber security sectors are internationally recognised for their innovation and expertise, with exports in security and resilience alone exceeding £11 billion in 2024. For SMEs, however, taking the first steps into international markets can be challenging without clear guidance and support.

This webinar is designed to help SMEs in these sectors explore exporting opportunities, access the right advice, and connect with resources that can support their journey. Participants will gain an understanding of where to find online resources, open tenders, and live opportunities, as well as insights into the domestic support landscape, including International Trade Advisers and Sector Specialists. The session will also highlight relevant international events and examples of how UK businesses have successfully engaged with overseas governments to secure contracts.

By attending, you will be better equipped with the practical knowledge and connections needed to build your export capability and compete effectively in global markets.

Join our new series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!

These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.

Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.

For November, we’ll be joined by guest speaker Kathryn Strachan, a marketer, business advisor and author.

AI isn’t just for marketing copy. It can transform how startups solve real business problems. In this session, you’ll learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to tackle critical challenges such as extending runway, reducing churn, designing pricing experiments, and improving operational efficiency.

Through real-world examples and live exercises, we’ll show you how to turn vague questions into powerful prompts that deliver insights, action plans, and data-driven decisions for your business.

As cybersecurity professionals, we operate in a high-stakes environment where evolving threats and the responsibility of protecting critical systems demand constant vigilance. This relentless pressure, coupled with the weight of potential consequences, significantly erodes performance and compromises cyber resilience.

The 24/7 nature of our work, driven by the fear of missing a critical threat or experiencing a major breach, creates an overwhelming workload. This sustained stress directly impacts cognitive function, which can lead to critical errors in judgment, missed security indicators, and an ongoing struggle to maintain focus and vigilance. Ultimately, this diminishes individual and team effectiveness, making us more vulnerable to cyberattacks.

This workshop will address these critical challenges, emphasising why managing mental wellbeing is fundamental to our overall cyber resilience — at individual, team, and organisational levels.

Event Objectives:

• Raise Awareness: Highlight the scale of mental health challenges in the industry and the psychosocial hazards which commonly cause stress at work.

• Promote Self-Care: Equip participants with practical self-care strategies to enhance individual mental well-being and, by extension, performance.

• Foster Team Support: Provide leaders with strategies to support team well?being, strengthening collective resilience.

• Reduce Stigma: Foster safe spaces for open discussion on mental health to reduce the stigma surrounding seeking help.

• Industry Focus: Update on the work of the Mental Health in Cyber Security Foundation (MHinCS Foundation) and its Charter.

Human error is behind the majority of cyber breaches but traditional awareness training often fails to close the gap.

Join KubeNet and usecure on Thursday 6th November for a live webinar that shows how Human Risk Management (HRM) can transform your organisation’s security posture.

During this session, you’ll learn how to:

• Identify employees most at risk and understand their vulnerabilities
• Deliver personalised, automated training that engages staff and sticks
• Measure progress and demonstrate compliance with clear reporting
• Reduce human error across your business, including phishing and policy breaches

This webinar will include a practical demonstration of usecure and actionable guidance you can implement immediately.

Don’t wait until a breach happens – empower your staff to become your first line of defence.

Register for FarrPoint’s webinar on 6 November at 15:00 GMT to explore how AI is transforming the telecoms industry. Hear from our experts as they discuss what AI really means for telcos today, where it is delivering value, and how to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

AI is everywhere and hard to avoid these days: every piece of equipment, software and service seems to include AI features. But in practice, what do these AI capabilities mean for Telecoms businesses today and in the future? Where are AI features being leveraged now, and for what business benefits?

Telecoms sector experts from Telus, FarrPoint, Cisco, Trooli and Salesforce will also discuss what is the vision moving forward, and what challenges may stand in the way.

Applications are now open for delegate tickets to this year’s See It, Be It – Women in Cyber Conference on Friday 7th November, Scotland’s flagship event dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of women in cyber security.

AI is reshaping cybersecurity, is your organisation ready?

From AI-generated phishing campaigns to deepfakes and automated malware, artificial intelligence is transforming how attackers operate. But it’s also giving defenders powerful new tools to strengthen resilience and compliance.

Join experts from TechForce Cyber and ISMS.online for an insight-packed webinar on how to build cyber resilience in the age of AI, and how frameworks like ISO 42001, ISO 27001, and ISO 27701 can help you stay ahead of evolving risks.

What you’ll learn:
✓ How to align with ISO 42001 and the EU AI Act
✓ How attackers and defenders are leveraging AI
✓ Steps to strengthen your organisation’s ISMS
✓ How to move from defence to resilience

Why attend?

• Expert insight: Hear from leaders shaping AI governance and cyber defence
• Actionable takeaways: Get clear steps to assess and reduce AI-related risk
• Interactive Q&A: Ask your questions directly to our speakers

Stop Domain Spoofing Before It Stops You
Black Friday is around the corner again. While shoppers hunt for deals, fraudsters are looking for a way to exploit your trusted name to scam them. What if they use your domain for it?

Actionable steps to secure your domain and maintain customer trust year-round

Start your cyber resilience journey today: Help your third sector organisation stay safe online.

Charities are using digital systems every day to deliver their services and keep in touch but with this capability comes a level of risk.

Join us for an engaging half-day event tailored specifically for third sector organisations looking to help their organisation stay safe online. This event is designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and connections to boost your cyber resilience.

Who should attend?

Anyone working and/or volunteering for a third sector organisation in Scotland at the beginning of their cyber resilience journey, and maybe not sure where to start, who provides leadership and/or is responsible for aspects of operations/IT.

What’s on the agenda?

Improve Cyber Awareness Anyone working and/or volunteering for a third sector organisation in Scotland at the beginning of their cyber resilience journey, and maybe not sure where to start, who provides leadership and/or is responsible for aspects of operations/IT. Learn steps to enhance your organisation’s understanding of cyber risks and how to stay vigilant.

Interactive Workshop: Build Your Cyber Incident Response Plan Get hands-on experience creating a tailored plan to ensure your organisation is prepared to respond effectively to cyber incidents.

One-to-One ‘Meet the Experts’ Sessions Sit down with cyber experts to discuss personalised steps you can make for improving your organisation’s cyber resilience.

Lunch & Networking Enjoy a relaxed lunch while connecting with like-minded professionals from the third sector. Share experiences, challenges, and solutions as you strengthen your network.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first steps towards a safer, more secure organisation. Together, we can build a resilient third sector, equipped to thrive in the face of digital challenges.

Agenda

1200 – 1230: Arrival, registration

1230 – 1245: Welcome and intro

1245 – 1330: How to improve your cyber resilience 

1330 – 1430: Networking lunch with 1:1 sessions running alongside 

1430 – 1515: Build your incident response plan

1515 – 1600: Closing remarks/event close

Mark a milestone – join our 20th annual World Usability Day celebration in Edinburgh! On Thursday, 13th November, from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM at UV HQ (55 North Castle Street), experience an afternoon that helps leaders, teams, and innovators transform with confidence, through immersive user insight experiences and activities.

Immerse yourself in this year’s theme, “Emerging Technology and Human Experience,” at our highly anticipated event. Spend the afternoon connecting with fellow professionals, deepening your knowledge through interactive workshops, and applying new insights directly to your projects. Expect expert talks, networking opportunities, and the relaxed community spirit that make User Vision’s Open House a must-attend event for UX professionals, designers, developers, and product managers – as well as for business leaders and digital strategists keen to understand why usability matters and how it impacts business performance.

Highlights include:

• The Human Factor in an AI World: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we design, work, and interact — but what happens to the “human” in human-centred design when machines start taking on more of the thinking? In this World Usability Day panel, we explore the evolving relationship between people and intelligent systems. From Microsoft’s vision of human–agent collaboration to the role of AI in accessible and inclusive design, our panellists will unpack how we can harness AI’s potential while protecting the principles of empathy, inclusion, and ethical design.
• GenAI & Customer Experience Research: Hear from Lloyds Banking Group on how GenAI is transforming design research – stay current, keep insights human-centred in a fast-changing landscape.
• Accessibility Audits Live! See site reviews in action with expert tips. Bring your own site for a quick review and learn how to spot and fix common issues. Then take on our “Beat the Bot” challenge – team up with a User Vision specialist to find accessibility problems and compare your results with AI tools.
• Health, Wellbeing & Trust in AI: Discover insights from a cutting-edge study that explores how a CustomGPT can act as a supportive, reflective companion, while tackling challenges of trust, control, and transparency.
• Live Usability Test & Reflection: Observe a live usability test, then take part in a structure prioritisation exercise to transform observations into actionable insights. Learn how structured reflection can uncover hidden opportunities for improvement.