How do I know if my business is actually secure?
A security check-in is a regular, plain-English review of your accounts, devices, backups and passwords, followed by a short list of what to fix and why. It's for owners and office managers at small and medium-sized businesses who want to know where they stand without having to become IT experts.
What a check-in covers
A clear picture of where you stand, and what to fix first.
What we look at
The everyday things that cause most problems for small teams.
- Who has access to what, including ex-staff and forgotten accounts
- Whether laptops and phones are up to date and protected
- Whether backups exist and can actually be restored
- How passwords and multi-factor authentication are set up
- Your Wi-Fi, including how guests and customers connect
What you get
A clear picture, not a 40-page report.
- A short, plain-English summary of where you stand
- Issues ranked by priority so you know what to fix first
- Clear notes on what we can fix for you and what needs your decision
- A record of progress since your last check-in
Keeping it up to date
Your business changes, so your security should keep up.
- A first, more thorough baseline review
- Regular follow-ups on a schedule agreed with you
- An extra check when something changes, like a new starter, a new system or an office move
- Help answering security questions from insurers, funders or clients
Frequently asked questions
What actually happens during a check-in?
We start with a conversation about how your business works: who uses what, where your important information lives, and what would hurt most if it went wrong. Then we review your setup with your permission and send back a short summary with clear next steps.
Do I need to be technical to take part?
Not at all. Check-ins are designed for owners and office managers, not IT departments. We ask questions in plain English and explain everything we find.
How often should a small business have one?
It depends on how quickly things change for you. Most small teams benefit from a regular rhythm, plus an extra check whenever someone joins or leaves, you change systems, or something feels off. We'll agree a schedule that suits your size and budget.
What if you find lots of problems?
That's normal, and nothing to be embarrassed about. We rank everything by risk so you can fix the most important things first, and we'll be clear about what can wait.
Can a check-in help with insurance or client security questionnaires?
Yes. Cyber insurers, funders and larger clients increasingly ask small organisations about their security. A check-in gives you a clear picture so you can answer honestly, plus a list of what to improve if the answers aren't where you'd like them.
Book your free security check-in
Tell us a little about your team and setup, and we'll be in touch to arrange it.