A new draft Code of Practice on cyber security governance has been published to help UK business leaders to bolster their resilience to cyber attacks. Aimed at business directors and senior leaders, the guide aims to ensure businesses treat cyber threats as seriously as they would legal or … [Read more...]
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UK SMEs lack IT knowledge to make critical business decisions finds Sharp research
Despite an increase in investment in IT post-pandemic, a majority of IT professionals in UK SMEs admit they aren’t familiar enough with key IT areas such as cloud or IT security to make the right decisions for their business, according to a Europe-wide survey by Sharp. The provider of business … [Read more...]
Macclesfield IT company launches new range of CRM solutions
Macclesfield based IT solutions provider, Axon IT, has announced the launch of a new range of Microsoft Dynamics CRM solutions. These solutions are designed to complement Axon IT's existing bespoke services, offering clients greater flexibility and accelerated implementation times. With the … [Read more...]
Chess acquires specialist cybersecurity consultancy
Alderley Edge-based IT provider, Chess, has announced the acquisition of specialist cybersecurity consultancy, CyberLab. CyberLab takes an innovative cybersecurity-as-a-service (CSaaS) approach that combining consultancy and technology to deliver the most robust solution for managing cyber … [Read more...]
Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill introduced to crack down on unfair business practices online
The government has set out new legislation to strengthen consumer protections when using and purchasing goods and services online. The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Bill, introduced to Parliament on 25th April, will enhance the role of the UK’s Competition and Markets … [Read more...]
Vulnerability identified in 3CX Desktop app
Users of 3CX’s Desktop app, allowing businesses to make phone calls via their computers, are being advised to uninstall the app following vulnerability in the software. The vulnerability is affecting versions 18 and above of the 3CX Desktop on both Windows and macOS operating systems (pictured). … [Read more...]
Outsourced IT providers included in updated cybersecurity regulations
Changes to the UK’s cybersecurity standards will see outsourced IT providers brought under the scope of regulations to ensure vital services such as energy supplies and transport are protected from digital threats. The proposed updates to the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations come … [Read more...]
Brand and website refresh for Macclesfield IT and tech transformation company
Axon, an IT and tech transformation company based in Macclesfield, Cheshire, has refreshed its brand after 20 years in business. The senior leadership team at Axon decided it was time for a refresh to better represent the company’s vision and core proposition. The refreshed brand and website … [Read more...]
More than a million businesses now eligible software discounts through Help to Grow: Digital scheme
Businesses with 1 to 249 employees can access discounts worth up to £5,000 on approved Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and eCommerce software as part of an expansion of the Help to Grow: Digital programme. The flagship scheme aims to support SMEs to increase their productivity by allowing … [Read more...]
Citation acquires cyber security consultancy
Wilmslow based HR and Health & Safety specialists, The Citation Group, have announced the acquisition of a Lancaster-founded information security consultants, Mitigate Cyber. The acquisition, Citation's third of the year, will enable the group to expand its offering for SMEs to include … [Read more...]
Applications open for SMEs to access Help to Grow: Digital support
The UK’s small businesses can now apply for the government’s Help to Grow: Digital scheme and access support in adopting digital technologies. Under the scheme, businesses can receive discounts of up to £5,000 off the retail price of eligible Digital Accounting and CRM software. The technology … [Read more...]
New Information Commissioner begins term
John Edwards (pictured) has begun his new role as the UK's Information Commissioner, and will lead the Wilmslow-based Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for the next five years. Mr Edwards' term begun on 4th January, after serving for eight years in an equivalent position with New Zealand's … [Read more...]