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Q3 Retains Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation

Posted on by Ian Adams

Q3 Services is pleased to announce that it has successfully renewed its Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, a Government-backed certification scheme that helps businesses guard against a range of cyber threats.

Working with Stock Services Limited, a leading IT consultancy which helps businesses achieve their IT goals, the company has undergone a rigorous three-month review process, to achieve the renewal. The certification applies to all Q3’s business operations in the UK and Channel Islands.

The accreditation is important, because as the Q3 business grows and we introduce new systems and technological services, we must ensure from the outset that the necessary processes and the correct security controls are in place to meet future business and technological needs.

Commenting on the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, Martyn Freeman, CEO of Q3, said, “We place a high priority on this aspect of our business because with growing daily threats of cyber disruption, it’s essential we have done all we can to reduce risk of cyber activity, improve compliance and governance, and enhance our general business reputation. Well done to Stock Services Ltd and the whole Q3 team involved in getting this accreditation over the line.”

IT security awareness training – our first line of defence

Posted on by Ian Adams

In today’s digital world, protecting our corporate and personal information and systems is crucial, because the threat is growing daily.

That’s why Q3 recently held an online IT security awareness seminar for all its senior people, to highlight the issues and provide guidance on measures to reduce the risk of individuals being compromised.

The course was delivered by Peter Stock of Stock Services, who act as consultants for Q3 and have helped the company achieve Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation. IT security awareness training empowers individuals to participate in this safeguard actively, minimising the risk of cyberattacks and data breaches.

Studies show that human error contributes to over 90% of cyberattacks. By raising awareness, individuals become more vigilant and less susceptible to manipulation. A security-aware workforce acts as the first line of defence, identifying suspicious activities and reporting them promptly, minimising damage. Unsurprisingly, many organisations now have regulations requiring employee training on data security and privacy because awareness programmes ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.

Stock Services has put together an information pack on IT Security awareness, which draws on many sources and years of experience. This pack aims to increase awareness of IT security and serves as a guide and training tool, providing many tips on how organisations can protect themselves. You can access the pack here

Although the information pack targets businesses, it provides useful information to keep individuals safe online, both at home and at work.

The UK Government’s own “STOP! Think Fraud“ campaign also has some useful guidance.