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We wanted to give you a flavour of what sorts of work we do, and the thought processes that we go through to ensure we take a proactive, business led approach to cyber security.  

Cyber Security in Manufacturing

This article discusses the complexities of securing a manufacturing site, not limited to technology but drawing upon the relationships that need to be built and maintained.

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The Executive Cyber Risk Briefing

Our COO Rachel often presents to business forums around the north of England and she also often presents this briefing as requested by some of her networking group.

What does a Security Consultancy Do ?

We have written a guide to how a security consultancy works and what you should expect out of a consultancy that you may want to engage with.  Using this guide you should be able to understand your needs from a cyber security consultancy and make the right choice for your business.

Virtual CISO vs Full-Time CISO

This article focusses on the considerations for running your security programme, do you need a full-time executive later or a fractional one?  For businesses that have never had a cyber leader, usually the correct answer is Fractional, ready why.

Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Essentials Plus

This article discusses the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus and some key considerations when choosing a certification path.

Cyber Security Risk Assessment: What It Is And Why It Matters

This article explores the different types of risk assessment, what the steps involved are an why you should be doing them, this is written by a CISO with deep insights into board level thinking and the decisions a business must make about its cyber security strategy.

The Most Common Cyber Threats Facing UK Businesses: Risks and Responses

This article explains the most common type of cyber attacks that business of all sizes face and what  can be done to address these risks.

Cyber Security Strategy for Business Leaders

This article explores the general strategy of how an organisation can develop as cyber security strategy and how we can help get you there.

Cyber Consultancy Costs in the UK Market

This article details the general costs of cyber security services in the UK market, the different types of services and their scope as well as the different between larger and small consultancies vs solo practitioners.  

Vulnerability Scanning vs Penetration Testing: What’s The Difference?

Learn the key differences between vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, and why both are essential for reducing cyber risk. This guide explains how automated vulnerability scans provide continuous visibility, while penetration testing validates real-world attack scenarios and security weaknesses. Discover when to use each approach, how they support compliance, and how combining both strengthens your organisation’s overall cyber resilience.

How to prepare for a Cyber Incident before it happens

In this article we discuss what needs to be done to prepare for a cyber security incident before they happen.  We will show you how to proactively prevent a cyber attack, but if you do fall victim to one we also explain the steps needed for remediation and continuity of your business.

What Is a Cyber Maturity Assessment? A Practical Guide for Business Leaders

This article will give you a practical guide as to what a cyber maturity assessment is, what they are assessing and how they will help your business.

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