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Practical advice, industry news, and honest commentary from the team. No fluff, no filler. Just useful content for business owners and IT decision-makers.

Cyber Security
Cyber Essentials in 2025: What's Changed and Why Every SMB Should Care
The NCSC overhauled the Cyber Essentials scheme. Here's what changed, what it means for your certification, and why it's more important than ever for UK businesses.
March 2026 · 6 min read Read →
Managed IT
How to Choose the Right Managed IT Provider: A No-Nonsense Guide
Not all MSPs are equal. Here's exactly what to ask, what to look for, and the red flags that should send you running. From people who've heard every sales pitch.
February 2026 · 8 min read Read →
Microsoft 365
The Microsoft 365 Security Settings Most Businesses Have Never Turned On
You're paying for Microsoft 365. But are you using even half of the security controls that come with it? Most businesses aren't, and attackers know it.
January 2026 · 7 min read Read →
Business Continuity
Your Business Continuity Plan Is Probably Useless. Here's How to Fix It.
Most BC plans sit in a drawer and get dusted off when something goes wrong, then fail. A plan that's never been tested is not a plan. It's a document.
December 2025 · 5 min read Read →
Cyber Security
Why Phishing Attacks Still Work (And What Actually Stops Them)
Phishing is the number one entry point for cyber attacks against SMBs. It works because it targets humans, not technology. Here's the honest answer to what stops it.
November 2025 · 6 min read Read →
Connectivity
Is Your Business Still on ISDN? The Clock Is Running Out.
BT's PSTN switch-off is happening. If your business phones still run on traditional lines, here's what you need to know and what to do about it before it's urgent.
November 2025 · 5 min read Read →

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