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Cyber Security for Small and Medium-sized Businesses
Today’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) depend on digital tools, from cloud applications and e-commerce to remote teams and customer data, making them increasingly vulnerable as technology evolves.
According to a 2023 Statistics Canada report, 12% of small and 15% of medium-sized businesses experienced cyber security incidents. The most common types of attacks included server breaches, network intrusions, and ransomware incidents.
It doesn’t have to be overwhelming, confusing, or costly, especially with the right tools and support in place. Ridegell Consulting offers clear, effective, and affordable cyber security solutions designed for your business.
What Is Cyber Security?
It is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, or damage. It goes well beyond basic password protection and antivirus software. With increasingly sophisticated threats, SMBs require advanced protection that aligns with modern operations, spanning cloud platforms, multiple devices, and remote work environments around the globe.
Cyber security includes:
- Securing customer data
- Preventing hackers from entering your systems
- Blocking phishing scams and ransomware
- Keeping remote work and cloud apps safe
Why Are SMBs Prime Targets for Cyber Attacks
Many SMBs are vulnerable because they:
- Rely on personal devices or unmanaged cloud services
- May not have dedicated IT, technology, or security team
- Assume they are too small to be targeted
- Believe cyber security is too complex or expensive
Cyber crime poses a significant risk to SMBs. It’s crucial for businesses of all sizes to invest and continue investing in cyber security measures to protect against potential threats.
Why a Strong Cyber Security Strategy Matters
A good cyber security plan helps you:
- Understand your risks
- Secure your people, devices, and data
- Respond quickly if something goes wrong
- Build trust with your clients and partners
Without a cyber security strategy, you may not know:
- What happens if someone clicks a malicious link
- Who has access to your files
- How you will recover from a breach
Ridegell Consulting can help you develop and implement a comprehensive cyber security strategy tailored to your business needs.
How Ridegell Consulting Streamlines Cyber Security for SMBs
Ridegell Consulting partners with leading vendors to deliver comprehensive cyber security solutions. By leveraging world-class platforms designed to protect businesses of all sizes, Ridegell simplifies cyber security to meet the evolving needs of today’s small and medium sized businesses.
Ridegell Consulting offers:
- AI-powered threat prevention that blocks attacks before they happen
- Zero Trust access so that only the right people access the right resources
- Cloud and mobile protection for remote teams and SaaS tools
- One simple dashboard to manage it all without an in-house security team
State of the art cyber security is accessible and affordable. Ridegell Consulting delivers scalable, all-in-one cyber security through an integrated approach that replaces fragmented tools with a unified solution. In proud partnership with Check Point for example, we provide small and medium businesses with:
- Streamlined deployment and management
- Lower long-term costs
- Consistent, end-to-end protection
A Business Strategy – What is the Plan?
At Ridegell Consulting we create a strategy. With our trusted partners we support small and medium-sized businesses. We:
- Assess current risks and vulnerabilities
- Recommend the right tools based on your goals
- Establish security protocol for immediate, effective protection
- Provide ongoing support and monitoring as your business grows
Combining our partner’s world-class technology with Ridegell’s strategic guidance and deep understanding of SMB cyber security challenges, we deliver tailored protection that evolves with your business. Within this framework, the importance of cyber security as a business decision cannot be overstated.
For SMB’s, robust cyber security measures are essential to ensuring operational continuity, while protecting and maintaining customer trust. Proactively investing in the right safeguards defends critical assets, mitigates risk and fosters sustainable long-term growth.
Five Questions SMBs Should Ask About Their Security:
- Do we know what data we need to protect, who has access, and where is it stored?
- Are our systems and devices regularly updated and secured?
- Do we have clear policies and training in place to prevent human error?
- How are we protecting remote workers and cloud-based operations?
- Do we have a response plan if a cyber incident occurs?
If you cannot answer some of these questions or have other queries, Ridegell Consulting and our leading cyber security innovators have your solutions and can deliver unmatched, enterprise-grade protection. We provide affordable and trusted, top-tier security without compromise.
