# Former staff may retain access to scattered copies of shared files

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/who-can-still-open-your-files-after-theyve-left/
- Published: 2026-11-09T13:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-09T13:21:10+00:00
- Original publisher: The Register
- Original article: https://www.theregister.com/storage/2026/11/09/sponsored-who-can-still-open-your-files-after-theyve-left/5306418
- Topics: Business, Markets

## Key points

- Former staff may retain access through overlooked file copies.
- The dinner will focus on managing scattered data permissions.
- The London event is invitation-only on 24 November.

## Summary

An invitation-only dinner hosted by The Register and LucidLink will bring technology, infrastructure and data leaders together to discuss who can still access files after leaving an organisation. The event focuses on the risks created by scattered copies of shared files, where removing access in one place may leave other copies available.

The discussion will take place under the Chatham House Rule at the Covent Garden Hotel in London on 24 November, chaired by Joe Fay. LucidLink’s Alan Marshall will join a small group to discuss growing volumes of unstructured data, duplicate storage and ways to regain control of access while retaining existing storage and governance systems. Drinks begin at 6.30pm, with dinner scheduled to run until 9pm; places are limited and confirmed by invitation.

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