Although closely linked, incident response and disaster recovery are two distinct elements within your cyber security strategy. Both are fundamental in increasing resilience and minimising risk. However, 78% of businesses lack a formal incident response plan, while around 46% don’t have a documented approach to disaster recovery. The fact that many businesses are missing at least one of these key plans is a bit of a worry. So why is it so important to have them both?  Although they are related, they both address different aspects of incident management.   In this blog, we discus ..read more

It’s that time of year again when we find out if the UK is taking cyber security seriously or not… The annual UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey has been released by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), in partnership with the Home Office. This survey uncovers the cybercrime landscape in the UK in 2024. It revealed that UK organisations faced approximately £7.78 million worth of cybercrime in the last 12 months – and a staggering 78% of businesses still lack a formal incident response plan! Not a good start, I know. A Snapshot of UK Cybercrime – and Resilience The 2024 ..read more

It’s that time of year again when we find out if the UK is taking cyber security seriously or not… The annual UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey has been released by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), in partnership with the Home Office. This survey uncovers the cybercrime landscape in the UK in 2024. It revealed that UK organisations faced approximately £7.78 million worth of cybercrime in the last 12 months – and a staggering 78% of businesses still lack a formal incident response plan! Not a good start, I know. A Snapshot of UK Cybercrime – and Resilience The 2024 ..read more

I’m not a fan of beginning a blog with a buzzword (or even using the term phrase “buzzword”). But this topic is one of the buzziest buzzwords in IT right now – automation. So, what is it? Automation is simply defined as the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. It’s all about making things easier, streamlining activities, and saving time. Most businesses think they’re using automation, when actually, they’re not. This blog dives into all things automation to help you understand if you’re using it to its full potential, or just scratching the surface. Where’s the A ..read more

Cybersecurity and AI are two of the most talked about topics in tech at the moment. Cyberattacks continue to make headlines, while AI is having a huge impact on nearly every industry. AI is quickly helping businesses improve the way they detect, analyse, and respond to cyber threats. By embracing AI in conjunction with other more traditional tools, cybersecurity teams can be accurate and effective in the way they work, identifying, monitoring, and mitigating risks more efficiently. But as is often the case with innovation, anything that can be used for good, can also be used for the not-so-goo ..read more

In 2024, there have been over 29.5 billion known records breached across thousands of publicly disclosed incidents globally – and we’re only 3 months into the year. The latest cyber attack headlines reveal the alarming new methods hackers are using to target businesses and individuals. Thanks to innovations in AI, cybercriminals are finding new and increasingly personal ways to steal data, conduct social engineering, and crack passwords.  This blog looks at some of the recent cyber attack headlines from 2024. These incidents stand out not only for their scale, but for the potential impact ..read more

The NIST cybersecurity framework is a globally recognised leading set of standards and guidelines that serves government, businesses, and industry, ensuring they are well-equipped to manage cybersecurity risks effectively. At the 848 Group, our cybersecurity approach aligns with the robust foundations of the internationally acclaimed NIST Cybersecurity Framework. So, what is it? Developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the NIST Cybersecurity Framework – or the NIST CSF – is a comprehensive guide designed to help organisations improve their ability to prevent, det ..read more

The 848 Group has been named as one of the fastest growing IT solutions providers in the UK by headcount. After multiple record years in a row, 848 has been ranked 22nd in the IT Channel Oxygen Fast-Growth 50.   This is the first Channel Oxygen Fast-Growth 50 report, which profiles 50 small and medium-sized MSPs, VARs, and IT consultancies experiencing rapid employee growth. The top 50 businesses were drawn from a list of 431 firms with a headcount of 15 or more, which are actively tracked by IT Channel Oxygen.  You can read the full list of businesses in the report here.  ..read more

The NIST cybersecurity framework is a globally recognised leading set of standards and guidelines that serves government, businesses, and industry, ensuring they are well-equipped to manage cybersecurity risks effectively. At the 848 Group, our cybersecurity approach aligns with the robust foundations of the internationally acclaimed NIST Cybersecurity Framework. So, what is it? Developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the NIST Cybersecurity Framework – or the NIST CSF – is a comprehensive guide designed to help organisations improve their ability to prevent, det ..read more

In today’s ever more digital world, creating – and sticking to – an IT budget is a bit of a challenge. Yet, many companies find themselves weighed down by unnecessary IT costs that inflate their spend and drain their resources. This blog reveals the often-overlooked areas of overspending in IT departments and ways to stop constantly rising costs. From software licensing to the maintenance of outdated systems, we’ll explore actionable strategies and insights to ensure your IT budgets are inline, and investments are driving value rather than unnecessary expenses. Common Areas of IT Overspending ..read more