In episode 22 of The Brief with Charles Denyer, we tackle one of the most misunderstood — and dangerous — gaps in cybersecurity and compliance: the difference between policies and procedures.
Charles exposes why so many companies think they’re secure because they have documentation — when in reality, most of it is just “shelfware.” He breaks down how policies define the what, while procedures define the how, and why both are essential for surviving audits, breaches, and today’s evolving threat landscape.
Through real-world stories, hard-hitting examples, and field-tested advice, you’ll learn how to transform your documentation from static PDFs into living, operational tools that actually protect your business. From backups to access control, Charles shows how small details — like who verifies, when, and how — make the difference between passing an audit and failing a crisis.
If you’ve ever wondered why your compliance program feels like paperwork instead of protection, this episode will change how you think about documentation forever.
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