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Why 95% of Cyber Breaches Start with People — and What to Do About It
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Why 95% of Cyber Breaches Start with People — and What to Do About It

Human risk in cyber security: Why do phishing attacks still work? Learn how SMBs can reduce human error and improve visibility.

May 12 2026
Cyber Security Made Simple: A Six-Area Framework for SMBs
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Cyber Security Made Simple: A Six-Area Framework for SMBs

Think your cyber security is covered? Learn why tools aren’t enough, and how a simple framework helps SMBs see risk and take control.

May 05 2026
Why UK Businesses Are Being Targeted by Cyber Attacks
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Why UK Businesses Are Being Targeted by Cyber Attacks

With UK cyber security threats rising, are SMBs really too small to matter? Discover why attackers target at scale and where your real risks lie.

Apr 28 2026
Is Your Business Prepared for the Cyber Essentials 2026 Changes?
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Is Your Business Prepared for the Cyber Essentials 2026 Changes?

Will you fail Cyber Essentials 2026? New MFA and cloud scope rules could cause automatic failure. Learn what’s changed and how UK SMBs can prepare.

Feb 27 2026
Cyber Security Risk Assessments: How SMBs Can Avoid Common Pitfalls

Cyber Security Risk Assessments: How SMBs Can Avoid Common Pitfalls

What goes wrong in cyber security risk assessments for SMBs? Discover the common gaps, modern risks, and how to turn them into real protection.

Feb 02 2026
Incident Response Planning for SMBs: The Most Overlooked Risks
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Incident Response Planning for SMBs: The Most Overlooked Risks

What goes wrong during a cyber incident? This guide explains incident response planning for SMBs — the risks, the gaps, and how to prepare properly.

Jan 16 2026
Back to Basics: Common Cyber Attacks and How to Reduce Your Risk
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Back to Basics: Common Cyber Attacks and How to Reduce Your Risk

Why do cyber attacks still catch businesses out? We explain the most common cyber threats, why they matter, and what UK SMBs can do to reduce risk.

Jan 12 2026
The Legacy Tech Price Rise Is Here: Why Copper Costs More in 2026
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The Legacy Tech Price Rise Is Here: Why Copper Costs More in 2026

Why is legacy tech getting more expensive in 2026? UK businesses on copper services face rising prices, degraded support, and forced change — here’s why.

Jan 07 2026
5 Cost Traps That Make Businesses Overpay for Microsoft Azure
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5 Cost Traps That Make Businesses Overpay for Microsoft Azure

Why are businesses overpaying for Microsoft Azure? Discover the 5 cost traps driving high Azure bills — and how to fix them.

Jan 05 2026
The Quick-Win Cleanup: Top 4 Areas of Duplicate Spend in SMB IT Stacks
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The Quick-Win Cleanup: Top 4 Areas of Duplicate Spend in SMB IT Stacks

Are you overspending on your SMB IT stack? Discover the top 4 areas of duplicate IT spend and learn how to fix them fast using what you already own.

Dec 01 2025
The 5 Biggest Gaps Hiding in Most M365 Estates — And What to Do About Them
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The 5 Biggest Gaps Hiding in Most M365 Estates — And What to Do About Them

Is your Microsoft 365 still delivering value? Unlock hidden savings, tighten security, and simplify with a quick SmartCheck scan.

Nov 28 2025
How Do You Actually Measure Human Risk In Your Business?
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How Do You Actually Measure Human Risk In Your Business?

How do you measure human risk in your business? Learn how behaviour, access, and awareness shape real risk — and what to track first.

Nov 17 2025