Navigating the Cyber Security Landscape: 6 Benefits of Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials+

Cyber Essentials

Cyber threats are akin to turbulent waters, safeguarding your organisation’s security, trust, and competitive edge is paramount. Just as a sailor relies on a trusty compass to navigate treacherous waters, businesses today can find their North Star in the form of Cyber Essentials certification.

Cyber Essentials is more than just a certification; it’s the compass guiding you through the net of cyber security challenges, helping you chart a course towards a safer and more resilient future.

Did you know? Cyber Essentials helps you to guard against the most common cyber threats that comprise up to 80% of IT security breaches. Take a look at some of the other benefits below:

 

1. Fortified Security – The Anchoring Point

Cyber Essentials establishes a formidable cyber security foundation. It anchors your defences against prevalent threats such as malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. With this certification, your organisation is equipped to sail through the digital seas with confidence.

 

2. Patching Compliance – The Hull Integrity

Just as a well-maintained hull keeps the sea at bay, Cyber Essentials helps patch up vulnerabilities in your digital ship. This keeps the dreaded patch pirates from breaching your defences and causing leaks in your security.

 

3. Building Trust – The Guiding Star

Imagine the Cyber Essentials badge as your North Star, prominently displayed on your website and marketing materials. It signifies your unwavering commitment to cyber security, guiding your customers, partners, and stakeholders toward safe harbour. This emblem fosters trust, building a solid foundation for lasting relationships.

 

4. Competitive Edge – The Trade Winds

In today’s fiercely competitive market, Cyber Essentials acts as the favourable trade winds that propel your ship ahead of the crowd. It can be the deciding factor for clients when selecting service providers. This certification helps you sail on while your competitors languish in the doldrums.

 

5. Compliance Assurance – The Lighthouse Beacon

Cyber Essentials certification is becoming a prerequisite for numerous contracts and tenders. It illuminates the path for prospective clients, highlighting your eligibility for government or private sector projects, as evidence that  you can meet compliance needs with ease.

 

6. Multi-Factor Authentication – Securing with Double Hitches

Cyber Essentials strengthens access points with multi-factor authentication, requiring more than a single key to enter. It’s like securing your digital access with double hitches – an additional layer beyond the standard credentials.

 

Conclusion

In a world where the digital seas are ever-changing, Cyber Essentials is your compass, providing the guidance you need to sail confidently toward a safer and more secure future. It’s not merely a certification; it’s your trusty companion, ensuring you remain on the right course, come what may.

 

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Daisy works in partnership with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises (IASME), providing consultancy and certification for both Cyber Essentials (Part 1) and Cyber Essentials Plus (Part 2) accreditation. For more information, contact us today.

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