Cyber Essentials Updates (April 2026)
Cyber Essentials version 3.3 introduces stricter requirements around patch management, multi-factor authentication, cloud security and assessment evidence. From April 2026, organisations must demonstrate continuous compliance, including applying critical security updates within 14 days. Businesses that fail to meet these standards risk certification failure, making proactive security management and ongoing vulnerability monitoring increasingly important. [...]
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Is Your Business Ready for the June 2026 ICO Data Protection Complaint Rules?
The UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces new complaint-handling rules from June 2026, requiring organisations to implement formal, transparent processes for managing data protection concerns. Businesses must provide accessible complaint channels, respond within set timelines, maintain records, and comply with the UK GDPR. They must make proactive preparation essential for compliance, risk reduction, and maintaining trust. Learn how your business can prepare before the deadline with Redpalm’s support. Contact us today. [...]
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Why Your Current Cyber Insurance Policy Might Be Invalid In 2026
Rising claims from cyberattacks are prompting insurers to tighten cyber insurance requirements for UK businesses in 2026. Basic protections are no longer sufficient, organisations must demonstrate stronger security controls and often recognised certifications such as Cyber Essentials. Strengthening cyber resilience is becoming increasingly necessary to secure coverage, maintain valid policies, and reduce insurance risk. Contact Redpalm for insurance-aligned cyber resilience. [...]
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What The 82% Incident Rate Means for Medium-Sized UK Firms
The UK Cyber Security Longitudinal Survey 2026 showed that 82% of organisations reported at least one breach in the past year, with medium-sized firms disproportionately affected. Limited resources, supply chain exposure and human risk increase vulnerability. Strengthening detection, baseline controls, incident response planning and staff awareness is essential for long-term resilience. Keep your business one step ahead with reliable cyber security services. Contact Redpalm today. [...]
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How to Switch IT Support Provider Without Disrupting Your Operations
A successful IT provider switch requires early auditing of systems and contracts, clear handover of access and responsibilities, parallel service migration to prevent downtime, and uninterrupted user support. These four steps reduce operational risk, maintain continuity, and ensure a stable transition without impacting daily business functions. Call Redpalm to switch IT providers seamlessly. [...]
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How to Vet Your Supply Chain – A Cyber Security Checklist for SMEs
Supply chain cyber security is about managing the risks posed by third-party suppliers who have access to your systems or data. Businesses should prioritise high-risk suppliers, assess access and data handling, verify security standards with evidence, and apply proportionate controls with regular reviews to reduce the likelihood and impact of supplier-led cyber incidents. Call Redpalm to protect your business from supply chain risks today. [...]
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Our Top 4 Cyber Security Trends to Watch Out for in 2026
With several businesses adopting online strategies and moving the bulk of their operations online in the past few years, implementing robust cyber security measures has become essential to reducing operational and data risks. [...]
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4 Cloud Migration Mistakes Managed IT Services Help You Avoid
Cloud migrations commonly fail due to weak planning, unmanaged security and compliance risks, unoptimised lift and shift approaches, and a lack of post-migration oversight. Addressing these issues through structured strategy, workload optimisation, and ongoing cost and security management reduces disruption, controls spend, and ensures cloud environments support long-term business operations. Call us to learn more about our cloud services today. [...]
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The Real Cost of Choosing the Wrong IT Supplier
Selecting the wrong IT supplier can lead to significant financial, operational, and strategic challenges. Poor decisions can lead to system failures, overspecified or misaligned solutions, productivity loss due to inadequate support, and limited scalability. Strategic supplier selection ensures reliable systems, efficient workflows, and flexible technology that support long-term business growth and continuity. [...]
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