Sunrise Technologies

15/10/2026

COULD YOUR BUSINESS SURVIVE A CYBER ATTACK?

Join us for Cyber Security Live on 29 October!

We're bringing together Essex Police, the Eastern Cyber Resilience Centre and Kaseya for a free, interactive morning exploring real-world cyber threats, live demonstrations and how to protect your business.

29 October | 9:30am–1:00pm
Holiday Inn Basildon
FREE TO ATTEND

Book your free place today: https://sunrise-csfb2026.eventbrite.co.uk

08/09/2026

A new era of IT support is coming…

Well, not from us.

Despite the dramatic graphic, nothing is changing at Sunrise Technologies. Same team. Same proactive approach. Same IT support built around your business.

We just didn’t want Apple having all the fun.

We’ll be watching the Surprise and Shine Apple Event on 9 September, and once the announcements are out, we’ll be looking at what actually matters for businesses.

Until then…

Exactly the same. Just better.

07/09/2026

18/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome Sunrise Technologies as an Official Main Partner for the 2026/27 campaign 🤝

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03/08/2026

Does every business need Cyber Essentials?

Not necessarily.

One of the biggest misconceptions we see is that there's a single cyber security certification every organisation should achieve.

The reality is much simpler.

Different businesses have different customers, different risks and different requirements.
For some, Cyber Essentials is the perfect place to start.

Others may need Cyber Essentials Plus, Defence Cyber Certification, TISAX or ISO 27001 depending on the industry they work in and the contracts they support.

The important thing isn't collecting certifications. It's choosing the right framework that protects your business, builds customer confidence and supports future opportunities.

We've put together a guide explaining the most common cyber security certifications, who they're designed for and how to understand which one could be right for your organisation.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.sunrise-it.co.uk/knowledge-hub-posts/which-cyber-security-certification-is-right-for-your-business

Learn why cyber security certification matters and discover the differences between Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, Defence Cyber Certification and TISAX.

21/07/2026

Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is here.

It's something the industry has been expecting for some time, and now it's becoming a reality.

Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is set to play an increasingly important role in the UK defence supply chain, providing a consistent way for organisations to demonstrate that they have the right cyber security controls, governance and processes in place.

If your business works in engineering, manufacturing, logistics, technology, construction or any other sector that supports defence organisations, this is something you should have on your radar.

While many businesses are familiar with Cyber Essentials, DCC goes further. It looks beyond technical controls and assesses how your organisation manages cyber security as a whole, from policies and procedures to risk management and business continuity.

We've put together a guide explaining:
- What Defence Cyber Certification is
- Why it has been introduced
- Who it's likely to affect
- How it differs from Cyber Essentials
- What your business can do to prepare

The earlier you understand DCC, the better positioned you'll be if customers or contracts begin requiring it.

Read our guide here: https://www.sunrise-it.co.uk/knowledge-hub-posts/what-is-defence-cyber-certification

14/07/2026

You can invest in the best cybersecurity technology available...

Firewalls.
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR).
Email security.
Multi-Factor Authentication.
Backup solutions.
All of these are essential.

But it can still take one employee clicking one convincing phishing link to put your business at risk.

That's why cybersecurity isn't just about technology, it's also about people.

Cyber Security Awareness Training helps your team recognise phishing emails, question suspicious links and report potential threats before they become incidents.

Your employees shouldn't be seen as your weakest link.

With the right training, they can become one of your strongest layers of defence.

Technology protects your systems.
Education empowers your people.
The two work best together.

How often does your organisation provide cybersecurity awareness training to staff?

23/06/2026

"We thought we'd score much higher than that."

That's probably the most common response we're hearing from businesses completing our IT Risk Assessment.

Not because their IT is bad.

But because many organisations have never had a clear picture of where they actually stand.

The result is a snapshot of where your business is today and where improvements could make the biggest difference.

The conversations we're having afterwards have been incredibly valuable, helping business owners move away from assumptions and towards informed decisions.

The question is... Do you know where your business would score?

Complete your free IT health check to assess security, performance, and risk. Get a clear score and actionable insights to strengthen your business systems.

11/06/2026

21/05/2026

Cyber security is no longer just an “IT issue.”

For many businesses, it now directly affects operations, client trust, insurance requirements, and overall business continuity.

The challenge is that most cyber attacks don’t start with sophisticated hacking, they start with simple weaknesses such as compromised passwords, phishing emails, or outdated systems.

The businesses that reduce risk most effectively are usually the ones taking a proactive approach before disruption happens.