Panasonic Expands Multilingual Cybersecurity E-Learning for Global Education Standards

Panasonic Expands Multilingual Cybersecurity E-Learning

Panasonic Digital Corporation, headquartered in Osaka and led by President Hiroshi Abe, has announced an upgrade to its corporate e-learning course, "Learn Cybersecurity through Testing," which will be available through its ek-Bridge Learning platform. This update, set to launch in May 2026, expands the course's multilingual offerings by adding new question sets in Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese.

Historically, the Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese versions of the course provided 129 questions across 18 topic areas. However, with this new revision, these versions will now feature 144 questions across 22 different areas, thereby standardizing the cybersecurity education experience to match that of existing Japanese, English, and Chinese versions. This expansion enables companies with international operations to deliver comprehensive and consistent cybersecurity training regardless of geographic or linguistic barriers.

The revised course, "Learn Cybersecurity through Testing," is now also part of the annual "Cybersecurity Pack," which encompasses a range of related courses aimed at improving employee competency through efficient training dissemination. Companies can leverage these multilingual modules to facilitate security education for both domestic and international staff efficiently, adapting to various cultural contexts.

Background of the Revision

As many businesses expand overseas, it becomes critical to implement uniform cybersecurity training across domestic and international offices. Ensuring that all employees, regardless of their location, possess a consistent level of security awareness and knowledge is vital to reducing the risk of information leaks and maintaining overall corporate trustworthiness. Companies with numerous international offices must work beyond language differences to establish common security standards and protocols within their workforce. On the other hand, independently preparing and managing educational content at each location can lead to inconsistent training, increased management burdens, and higher costs.

The enhancements to the multilingual versions of the course are a direct response to address these challenges faced by companies aiming for cohesive training solutions across varied operational environments.

Key Enhancements

1. Expansion to 144 Questions: The newly revised Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese versions now include 144 questions across 22 topics. By offering content equivalent to that of the Japanese, English, and Chinese editions, businesses can facilitate a unified cybersecurity educational structure. Employees at international branches can participate in training in their native language or a language they understand easily, thereby fostering a deeper comprehension of cybersecurity principles.

2. Inclusion of Modern Themes: With this expansion, significant contemporary cybersecurity topics are now included in the Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese courses. These subjects, which are increasingly relevant in today’s corporate landscape, encompass:
- Significance of AI in cybersecurity practices
- Risks associated with cloud service utilization
- Prevention of internal malicious activities
- Understanding ransomware threats
- Cybersecurity considerations regarding remote work environments
By simulating real scenarios that employees may encounter daily, the training provides invaluable insights into potential security risks and the appropriate actions to mitigate them.

3. Membership in Cybersecurity Pack: The revised "Learn Cybersecurity through Testing" course becomes part of the annual "Cybersecurity Pack," which already consists of 37 courses. Corporate users of this pack will now have access to the enhanced multilingual versions as well, providing a more favorable educational environment for employees and streamlining administrative tasks for managers overseeing training implementations.

Overview of the Course

"Learn Cybersecurity through Testing" operates on an interactive format where employees answer questions while acquiring critical knowledge on cybersecurity principles and appropriate actions in various contexts. This format allows participants to self-assess their understanding as they learn about crucial cybersecurity issues efficiently. Additionally, the course includes illustrated examples and easy-to-understand explanations designed for employees without specialized knowledge, promoting wider comprehension across the workforce. Organizations can select from up to 144 pre-determined questions tailored to reflect their specific training objectives and employee demographics, supporting both routine training for all staff and common educational requirements across global enterprises.

For more details about the e-learning course, visit: Learn Cybersecurity through Testing.

Overview of the Cybersecurity Pack

The "Cybersecurity Pack" allows companies to access a collection of relevant cybersecurity courses on an annual basis. With this pack, organizations can utilize existing Japanese content, the current nine multilingual courses, and now the enhanced Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese versions of "Learn Cybersecurity through Testing." This approach aids organizations in managing their training programs across various locations and languages, ensuring consistent educational quality while alleviating administrative burdens and optimizing costs.

For more information about the Cybersecurity Pack, check: Cybersecurity Pack.

About Panasonic Digital Corporation

Panasonic Digital embraces the philosophy of enhancing everyday life and work through digital innovation. By merging advanced technologies and extensive know-how within the Panasonic Group, we create value through digital initiatives. We aim to expand support for B2B sectors and leverage our experience in fields such as manufacturing DX, global ERP, and ICT infrastructure services to develop IT solutions tailored to client needs.