Cyber attacks on small businesses are at an all-time high. The average cost of a data breach for an SME is over £8,000, and that's before you count lost business, reputation damage, and recovery time.
Use this checklist to make sure your business has the basics covered.
The Essential Security Checklist
Regular Backups
Are your files backed up daily? Can you restore them if ransomware strikes?
Antivirus Software
Is every computer protected? Is it up to date and actively scanning?
Business Firewall
Do you have a proper firewall protecting your network, not just Windows Defender?
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Are your email, banking, and critical systems protected with 2FA?
Staff Security Training
Do your staff know how to spot phishing emails and social engineering?
IT Support Contract
When something goes wrong, do you have experts on call to fix it fast?
⚠️ The Biggest Risk: Your Staff
90% of successful cyber attacks start with a phishing email. All it takes is one click from one employee to compromise your entire business.
What Happens If You're Not Protected?
Without proper security, your business faces:
- Ransomware - Criminals encrypt your files and demand payment
- Data theft - Customer data stolen and sold on the dark web
- Business email compromise - Criminals impersonate you to steal money
- Downtime - Days or weeks unable to work while you recover
- GDPR fines - Up to £17.5 million for data protection failures
How Secure Is Your Business?
Take our free 30-second IT security check to see where you stand.
Check My SecurityHow We Can Help
At Newman Business Solutions, we provide comprehensive IT security for Kent businesses:
- Security audits to identify vulnerabilities
- Managed antivirus and firewall protection
- Backup solutions with guaranteed recovery
- Staff security awareness training
- 24/7 monitoring and incident response
Don't wait for an attack. Book a free IT security review today.