Understanding the Digital Pathway Process

This page provides an overview of the structured workflow for the Digital and Cybersecurity Pathway, guiding organisations through the essential steps for building digital maturity and cybersecurity resilience. The process is designed as a continuous improvement cycle to ensure measurable progress and long-term excellence.

Process Flow

Below is an overview of the Digital Pathway Process, represented visually in the diagram. This image outlines the five key stages—Prepare, Assess, Certify, Improve, and Renew—that organisations follow to achieve their digital maturity goals.

1. Prepare

• Objective: Establish a foundation for assessment by gathering baseline data and defining goals.

• Key Activities:

  • Familiarise yourself with the Digital Pathway Framework.

  • Identify key stakeholders and organisational priorities.

2. Assess

• Objective: Evaluate digital maturity and identify areas for improvement using the Digital Pathway Assessment Tool.

• Key Activities:

  • Complete the online AI-powered assessment.

  • Submit evidence for higher-level certifications (Silver/Gold).

3. Certify

• Objective: Gain formal recognition for your organisation’s digital and cybersecurity capabilities.

• Key Activities:

  • Review assessment results.

  • Achieve certification at Bronze, Silver, or Gold levels.

4. Improve

• Objective: Address identified gaps and implement best practices to enhance digital maturity.

• Key Activities:

  • Use recommendations from the assessment report.

  • Access best practices and resources in the Knowledge Hub.

5. Renew

• Objective: Reassess and refine practices to maintain certification or progress to the next level.

• Key Activities:

  • Conduct regular re-assessments.

  • Stay updated on changes to the framework and evolving standards.

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Why This Process Matters

The Digital Pillar Process ensures:

• Clarity: Clear, actionable steps for progressing in digital maturity.

• Support: Resources and tools at every stage to help organisations succeed.

• Recognition: Certification that validates your organisation’s capabilities and progress.

By following this process, organisations can achieve compliance, enhance operations, and build resilience against evolving digital threats.

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What’s Next?

This section provides a short overview of each stage. To dive deeper into the specifics of each workflow step, including activities, outcomes, and tools:

• Visit Workflow Steps for detailed guidance on each step.

• Explore Tools and Resources to discover tools and templates for each stage.