In general, personal information should be lawfully obtained (usually through freely given consent) for a specific purpose, and not be used for unauthorised surveillance or profiling by governments or third parties or used for unconnected purposes without consent (unless otherwise required under the law).

Data loss is the intentional or unintentional destruction of information, caused by people and or processes from within or outside of an organisation. Data loss is similar to a data breach, in that data is compromised. However, in a data breach, data is usually unharmed but in the wrong hands.

When technology fails, it disrupts business operations, resulting in lost productivity, decreased revenue, and damaged customer relationships. Technology failures can also lead to data loss or security breaches, which can be devastating for businesses. It is crucial for businesses to have a robust IT infrastructure in place and to implement backup and disaster recovery plans to minimise the impact of technology failures.

Businesses are particularly vulnerable to financial losses and operational disruption caused by fraud. These losses can result from various fraudulent activities, such as embezzlement, identity theft, credit card fraud, or misappropriation of funds. Fraud can also tarnish the reputation of a business, leading to lost customers, decreased public trust and decreased employee morale. It is essential for business owners to implement fraud prevention measures and to remain vigilant against potential threats.