Question 1

Do small businesses need cyber security?

Accepted Answer

Yes — and small businesses are increasingly targeted precisely because attackers know they're less likely to have enterprise-grade security. 43% of all cyber attacks target small businesses. The average cost of a cyber attack on a UK SME is £8,170, rising to £13,500+ when you include downtime, recovery costs, and reputational damage. Ransomware, phishing, and business email compromise (BEC) are the three most common attacks on UK small businesses — all of which are largely preventable with the right controls.

Question 2

What cyber security does a small business need?

Accepted Answer

At minimum, every small business needs: (1) NextGen EDR on all devices — not just basic antivirus; (2) Email security — anti-phishing, DMARC, SPF, DKIM; (3) MFA on all accounts, especially Microsoft 365 and email; (4) Regular patching — OS and applications; (5) Secure offsite backups; (6) Cyber Essentials certification. This is exactly what Coreitech's SME cyber security package delivers, all managed for you from £15/user/month.

Question 3

How much does cyber security cost for a small business?

Accepted Answer

Coreitech's SME cyber security service starts from £15/user/month, which includes managed EDR, email security, dark web monitoring, MFA enforcement, and monthly patching. For a 10-person business, that's £150/month — significantly less than the cost of recovering from a single ransomware attack. Cyber Essentials certification (often required for contracts) is available from £1,200 all-in with our 100% first-time pass guarantee.

Question 4

Is Cyber Essentials worth it for small businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes — for three reasons: (1) It protects against 80% of common cyber attacks by enforcing 5 key controls; (2) It's increasingly required to win contracts — NHS, government, MoD supply chains, and many insurance policies; (3) It demonstrates due diligence to customers, insurers, and partners. Coreitech achieves a 100% first-time pass rate for Cyber Essentials and Plus, with a all-in cost from £1,200.

Question 5

Can you provide cyber security without a long-term contract?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer monthly rolling contracts with no minimum term. We also provide one-off security assessments, Cyber Essentials certification, and ad-hoc security projects without a managed contract. Call 0203 834 9728 to discuss what suits your business.

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