The Cyber Essentials Scheme – what changed on 1st April 2020?

If you have not yet come across the Government backed Cyber Essentials certification scheme, the chances are that you soon will. In the last year over 16,000 organisations have certified; a number which is growing significantly year on year. However, whether you are new to Cyber Essentials or not, there have been changes to the scheme that all organisations should be aware of.

Security Advice leaflet for closed businesses launched

To support businesses in managing their security during the coronavirus pandemic, Secured by Design, the Police Digital Security Centre and the National Counter Terrorism Security Office have put together a leaflet containing the Top 10 Security Tips for Closed Business Premises, the Top 10 Cyber Security Tips for Working at Home and the latest Counter Terrorism advice.

Digitally Aware certification scheme available free to all SBD members

The Police Digital Security Centre (PDSC) is offering all members of Secured by Design the opportunity to participate in the Digitally Aware Certification scheme for free.

How Verint NowForce is helping tackle coronavirus pandemic

Secured by Design member company Verint Systems is assisting governments and health and emergency services teams as they tackle the coronavirus pandemic.

London Growth Hub launches resource centre for SME’s affected by COVID-19

To support London-based businesses, the London Growth Hub has put together a list of essential resources to help SMEs manage and mitigate their exposure to the impact of coronavirus.