Cyber attacks have made the headlines again this week, and more are expected to emerge if they are picked up by the press. They’re a reminder that security isn’t just about IT systems, it’s about keeping your people, your business, and your reputation safe. At Evolve North, we keep things practical with clear guidance and actionable insight. The kind of support that builds genuine cyber maturity without overcomplicating things.

Here are three practical projects you can implement now, all for less than £1,500, to give your organisation meaningful protection.

Cyber Essentials Plus

Cyber Essentials Plus is a government-backed certification that shows clients, suppliers, and partners you take security seriously. It also comes with practical benefits, like helping to reduce insurance premiums.

Unlike the basic level, Plus tests your controls in action, giving reassurance that you are genuinely defending against common cyber threats. For most businesses, it’s a simple, effective, and affordable way to demonstrate cyber diligence.

Cyber Incident Tabletop Exercise

Even the best response plans can feel theoretical until you walk through them. A tabletop exercise is a hands-on simulation of your response plan, guided by our experienced cyber professionals.

Your team rehearses realistic scenarios, identifies gaps, and receives tailored feedback so when a real incident occurs, they respond with calm, clarity, and confidence. It’s insight that can’t be gained from policy documents alone, and it’s achievable without straining your budget.

Quarterly Vulnerability Scanning

Your digital environment changes all the time, and attackers are always looking for weaknesses. Quarterly Vulnerability Scanning gives you a regular health check of your systems, highlights emerging risks, and keeps your patching up to date.

David Moffatt, our Technical Director, says:

“Given the recent attacks, both high-profile and those that haven’t hit the headlines, most businesses should have Quarterly Vulnerability Scanning carried out as standard. It’s a straightforward, practical step that gives ongoing visibility and peace of mind. More often than not its basic controls that slip and create these mistakes. ”

This is a low-effort, high-value measure that every organisation should have in place.

All three projects are designed to give real, tangible benefit, and each is available from Evolve North for less than £1,500. No drama, no jargon, just clear support to strengthen your cyber security.

Get in touch with our team today info@evolvenorth.com or call 01748 905 002. We’ll make it simple, effective, and tailored to your business.