Cyber Essentials
Most Businesses Want to Comply with NIS2.
So Why Aren't They?
670 business leaders across the UK and EU reveal the real barriers to NIS2 compliance, and what it means for the partners helping them get there.
Compliance is now a competitive edge
16%
Fully compliant with NIS2
75%
See competitive advantage in compliance
42%
Asked to prove compliance by partners
60%
Board or C-suite own cybersecurity
Why aren’t more businesses NIS2 compliant?
Cybersecurity certifications
for a safer business
Since the Cyber Essentials scheme launched in 2014, companies have used it and similar cybersecurity certifications to shore up their defences, comply with industry regulations, and demonstrate their trustworthiness. These conscientious companies became part of a searchable register of certified businesses and organisations.
The journey to cybersecurity compliance
The journey to cybersecurity compliance isn’t as simple as filling out
an application.
The route can be as simple as the basics of Cyber Essentials to the more in-depth, independent auditing of Cyber Essentials Plus. Some organisations even choose to tackle the rigours of ISO 27001 compliance.
In this guide, we explore and outline the eight most common UK cybersecurity certifications, how to choose the right one, and how to get certified.
Comparing UK cybersecurity certifications
Avoid regulatory fines
Organisations that comply with cybersecurity standards and certifications
are less likely to breach regulations or have security gaps that hackers
can exploit.
Build reputation and win trust
Certain sectors and countries require businesses to have certifications to do
business. With the right certification or standard, you can win more business
and explore new markets.
Win more contracts and open new markets
By gaining a certification or adhering to cybersecurity standards, you’ll
demonstrate your commitment to customers, stakeholders, and partners.
Strengthen protection
Cybersecurity certifications and standards help you adhere to best practice
guidelines. This ensures you have the right people, processes, and
technology in place to keep your business safe and secure.
Gain a competitive advantage
Cybersecurity compliance will differentiate you from similar, non-compliant
competitors. Potential customers, particularly security-conscious ones,
will choose a compliant business over those that don’t show the same
commitment to protection.