Overview of the Pathway Levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold)
Introduction to the Pathway Levels
The Digital and Cybersecurity Pathway framework defines three progressive Pathway Levels—Bronze, Silver, and Gold—to help organisations build and strengthen their digital and cybersecurity capabilities. These levels provide a structured pathway to evolve from foundational compliance to specialised excellence, spanning the five architecture domains: Business, Data, Application, Technology, and Security.
Bronze Level: ‘Digital Compliance’
Purpose: Establishes core competencies across the five architecture domains, focusing on foundational digital readiness and compliance.
Focus:
Core cybersecurity measures, such as basic endpoint protection and secure networks.
Initial data governance practices for secure storage and access controls.
Process alignment with business strategies to ensure compliance with regulations.
Outcome: Organisations at this level achieve baseline digital and cybersecurity readiness, meeting regulatory requirements and laying the groundwork for further development.
Silver Level: ‘Digital Excellence’
Purpose: Builds on the Bronze level to achieve operational efficiency and excellence across all architecture domains.
Focus:
Optimised processes and seamless integration of digital applications.
Advanced data governance, including audits and automated tools for data management.
Proactive cybersecurity measures, such as incident response plans and stronger access controls.
Outcome: Organisations achieve enhanced operational resilience, improved digital tools, and stronger security measures, enabling more efficient and secure operations.
Gold Level: ‘Digital Specialists’
Purpose: Represents the highest level of achievement, where organisations specialise in areas that align with their strategic objectives and industry needs.
Specialisation Tracks:
Cyber Specialist: Mastery in cybersecurity, ensuring comprehensive protection and compliance.
Data Optimised: Advanced analytics and data transformation to drive business insights and innovation.
Industrial Integration Excellence: Seamless integration of systems, enabling smooth data flow and cross-platform collaboration.
Automated Factory: Full automation leveraging IoT to optimise manufacturing and production efficiency.
Digital Customer Experience: Exceptional digital customer service through secure, personalised platforms.
Outcome: Organisations at the Gold level achieve industry leadership in their chosen specialisation, combining innovation with robust security and operational excellence.
What’s Next?
Assess your current position in the Assessment Guide.
Use resources in the Best Practice Resources to plan your progression through the Pathway Levels.
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