How Long Does It Take to Get Cyber Essentials Certification in the UK?
How long does Cyber Essentials take? For a well-prepared UK organisation, certification can often be achieved within a few days to 1–2 weeks. The biggest factor isn’t usually
How Much Does IT Support Cost for a UK Charity in 2026?
IT support cost for a UK charity typically ranges from £50 to £120 per user per month in 2026, based on MSP benchmarking across 100 managed service providers.
What Is Microsoft Secure Score? A Guide for UK Charities
Microsoft Secure Score is a measurement within Microsoft 365 that helps organisations understand their current security posture and identify actions that could improve it. Think of it as
Charity Commission Risk Assessment 2026: What Trustees Need to Know About Cyber Security and Ai
The Charity Commission has published its Charity Sector Risk Assessment 2026, highlighting the pressures and risks facing charities across England and Wales. For charity leaders and trustees, one
Why Remote Staff and Volunteers Increase Cyber Risk for Charities – And What You Can Do About It
The way charities work has changed dramatically over the past few years. Many organisations now have a mix of office-based staff, home workers, volunteers, trustees and contractors accessing
Cyber Essentials Isn’t Enough: Why Charities Need a Microsoft 365 Security Strategy
Understanding the Basics of Cyber Essentials Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification scheme designed to help organizations, including charities, protect themselves against the most common cyber threats. At
Microsoft Copilot vs ChatGPT: Which Is Better for Charities? Make Ai work for your mission
AI is changing how charities work Whether you’re writing funding applications, preparing trustee reports or analysing fundraising data, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to save your team
What the Beacon CRM Cyber Incident teaches Charities about Cloud Software
Cloud software has transformed how charities operate. Fundraising platforms, CRMs, finance systems, HR software and Microsoft 365 allow teams to work from anywhere while reducing the need to
Is Your Charity’s Microsoft 365 Really Secure? Here’s How to Find Out
Understanding Microsoft 365 Security Basics for Charities For charities, Microsoft 365 is more than just a productivity suite—it’s the backbone of collaboration, communication, and data management. Yet, the
