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03/03/2026

If you've been watching the news, you'll be aware that the conflict in the Middle East is rippling outwards. That includes potential cyberattacks on UK businesses.

Helpfully, the Government's has put together some advice on staying secure:
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/ncsc-advises-uk-organisations-take-action-following-conflict-in-middle-east

It's well worth a read. And we're here if you have any questions or need some support – neos-it.com

In response to the evolving events in the Middle East, the NCSC is advising that UK organisations review their cyber security posture.

04/12/2025

After major cyberattacks rocked some of the brands we all know and love, you might be forgiven for thinking that SMEs aren't as at risk. Unfortunately, that's not the case. Nearly half of all UK small businesses faced an attack in the last 12 months.

One answer to being more prepared is the government's Cyber Essentials scheme – a simple check across the biggest points of vulnerability.

Read our guide to find out more:
https://www.neos-it.com/news/your-essential-guide-to-cyber-essentials/

Some of the UK’s biggest and most recognisable brands have been recently affected by crippling cyberattacks. From M&S to Jaguar Land Rover, it’s thought that the impact on the UK economy lies in the billions. But small businesses are far from immune. Around 42% of UK SMEs have experienced a cybe...

30/09/2025

Too many data breaches still come down to the basics: weak or reused passwords, poor sharing practices and a lack of oversight.

In our latest post, we break down:

- Common password pitfalls we see in businesses
- Why a password manager is worth the investment
- Simple steps to improve security without slowing people down

Read the blog: https://www.neos-it.com/news/guide-to-password-management/

For most businesses, a strong cybersecurity posture starts with something deceptively simple: good password management. It’s one of the easiest areas to overlook, yet poor practices can expose your organisation to significant risk. At Neos-IT, we often work with clients to tighten up password hygi...

29/09/2025

Just before Jaguar Land Rover's cyberattack hit the headlines, you may have seen that telecommunications company C**t was the target of a huge cyber attack a few weeks ago. Customers and staff have been affected, with the company issuing cyber security tips to prevent further harm.

Sadly, they're not the first critical infrastructure provider to fall victim – and they definitely won't be the last. All businesses now face significant cybersecurity risks across the supply chain. IT companies might be more informed and have better systems than most, but no one is immune – and even the largest tech organisations have vulnerabilities.

It's time to double down on best practice. To get a feel for any particular gaps in your armour, take a look at our 11-step cybersecurity checklist:https://www.neos-it.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/11-Step-Cyber-Security-Checklist.pdf

27/05/2025

Telephony – how your business makes and receives calls – is probably at the bedrock of what you do. But it doesn't get the airtime it should in most small business IT discussions.

3CX is a phone system that could add up to significant cost savings for a lot of SMEs – take a look at our latest blog to find out how it's shaking things up:
https://www.neos-it.com/news/turbocharge-your-business-through-telephony-why-its-time-to-switch-to-3cx/

How your business makes and receives calls can be crucial to operations. Efficient communication is usually the bedrock of most organisations. From speaking to customers and suppliers, to video conferencing with team members, your phone system needs to be as agile as the business. So the question is...

23/05/2025

Last night on The Briefing Room covered ransomware after the M&S attack. It gives a really clear explanation of how ransomware works and the threat facing businesses of all shapes and sizes – which we've been talking a lot about at Neos. Contact us if you need any advice or support at the moment.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002cfkt

How should organisations deal with the threat of ransomware attacks?

19/05/2025

Still running Windows 10? It's thought that up to 60% of PC users are – which is a big problem as Microsoft will no longer be supporting it from 14 October. That means significant cybersecurity risks from that point on, unless you upgrade.

We've put together a blog with the simple steps to take – and why it will pay to take them sooner rather than later this year:
https://www.neos-it.com/news/windows-10-end-of-life-upgrade-now-to-stay-secure/

All good things must come to an end. For Microsoft, that means they plan to end support for Windows 10 on 14 October this year. Because there are serious potential cybersecurity implications to no longer being updated and supported by Microsoft, we’d strongly recommend anyone using Windows 10 to c...

31/03/2025

It's – a day that passes most businesses by. Many don't realise that, under Microsoft's shared responsibility model, third-party backups are expected. We've put together this handy blog outlining what Microsoft's responsibilities are to you, and what falls down to your business when it comes to protecting data in ...

https://www.neos-it.com/news/microsoft-365-why-you-need-to-know-about-its-shared-responsibility-model/

Grab a coffee and take 5 to read it in honour of the day!

If we had a catchphrase it might be ‘you need to backup your Microsoft 365 data’ on account of how many times we say it. You’d be forgiven for thinking data generated and held in Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive for Business and Teams is Microsoft’s responsibility. It’s a common misco...

04/03/2025

Managed procurement removes the headache of managing hundreds of licenses, contracts, purchase orders and supplier relationships. But few SMEs realise it's available to them – or the seismic difference it can make.

Read our latest blog to find out more:
https://www.neos-it.com/news/managed-procurement-is-criminally-underrated-but-it-could-make-all-the-difference-to-your-small-business/

We often bring up managed IT procurement when discussing other support services with prospective clients. They look at us with some bewilderment; they’ve never heard of it. Or, they have but they think managing contracts and suppliers as-a-service is the preserve of Big Enterprise, not SMEs. Depen...

10/02/2025

🎣 Phishing attacks remain popular and research indicates more than a third of employees would fall for an attack. 🎣

It's time to take control of the threat social engineering poses – hear more in our latest blog on security awareness training and simulated phishing:

https://www.neos-it.com/news/protect-your-first-line-of-defence-give-your-staff-security-awareness-training/

Your people are the beating heart of your organisation. Unfortunately, they’re also a common gateway for cybercriminals to gain access to your data and systems. Social engineering is a tactic cybercriminals use, which involves manipulating people into giving away sensitive information or taking ac...

26/11/2024

Ever received a phishing email or fallen victim to a cyberattack? takes a wider look at what they're seeing globally and where attacks are rising or falling:

https://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2024/10/15/escalating-cyber-threats-demand-stronger-global-defense-and-cooperation/

Discover the alarming rise in cyber threats, with attacks on Microsoft customers doubling to 600 million per day. The latest Microsoft Digital Defense Report reveals the increasing collusion between nation-state actors and cybercriminals, highlighting the global impact on geopolitical conflicts and....