Connection without closeness
In this piece, Katie Barnett argues that insider risk is often misunderstood as a problem of malicious intent when in reality it more often develops gradually through stress, fatigue, financial pressure or disengagement. Many incidents are preceded by subtle behavioural changes that go unnoticed or unaddressed, leaving organisations reacting too late. Her focus is on shifting from a purely technical or disciplinary response to one that recognises the role of wellbeing, culture and early intervention. Supporting people earlier, she suggests, is not a soft option but a more effective way to reduce risk before it escalates.
