Tag: Cyber Essentials


  • More tenders, supply chain checks and insurance renewals now ask the same question: can you prove your business keeps data safe? For many small firms, the answer decides whether they get shortlisted. A certificate gives buyers a simple, trusted sign that the basics are in place. Without one, you can lose out before anyone reads…

  • Renewing your Cyber Essentials certificate soon? The rules changed in April 2026, and two of the changes are automatic fails. If you passed last year, you could still fail this time. New to the scheme? Start with our guide to what small businesses need to prepare for Cyber Essentials. 📅 What changed 🔐 Change 1:…

  • Microsoft Threat Intelligence published research on 2 September 2026 describing an attack that starts with a Teams message from someone claiming to be IT support. No malicious attachment. No dodgy link that an email filter can catch. Just a conversation, followed by a request for remote access, which the user grants. It works because it…

  • Short answer: Every security decision comes back to three principles. Confidentiality means only the right people can see your information. Integrity means that information is accurate and nobody has altered it. Availability means your systems work when your staff need them. Get all three right and you are secure. Get two right and you have…

  • Cyber attacks are no longer only aimed at large organisations. Small and medium-sized businesses are now frequent targets because criminals know many do not have the time, tools, or internal expertise to monitor their systems properly. Basic antivirus is no longer enough. That is where Managed EDR comes in. 👉 Not sure if your business…

  • If you’ve been asked about ISO 27001 by a client, partner, or insurer and weren’t sure what to say, you’re not alone. Here’s what it actually means and whether it’s something your business needs to pursue. What Is ISO 27001? ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised standard for information security management. In plain English, it’s…

  • What Small Businesses in North West London Actually Need to Prepare If you’ve been told your business needs Cyber Essentials, it usually comes from one of three places: • A new contract requirement• A supplier asking for proof of security• A public sector or healthcare framework For many small businesses in North West London, the…