7 Mistakes You’re Making with Cyber Security (and How to Fix Them)

Birmingham and West Midlands Cyber Security Overview for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Small and medium-sized businesses in Birmingham face increasing cyber threats. Statistical data indicates that 43% of cyber attacks target small businesses. Many organisations in the West Midlands remain vulnerable due to preventable errors. Discus Systems PLC provides 25+ years of experience in IT […]

Solihull Businesses Gather for Major Cyber Resilience Event

Business leaders, SME owners, and professionals from across the West Midlands gathered at the National Motorcycle Museum for the second Solihull Cyber Advice Network (SCAN) Business Resilience 2026 event — a collaborative cyber security awareness initiative designed to help local organisations understand the rapidly evolving cyber risks facing businesses in 2026 and beyond. Hosted by […]

Cyber Security Training for Teams: 7 Mistakes You’re Making (And How to Fix Them)

Cyber security training represents one of the most critical investments your business can make. Yet most organisations unknowingly sabotage their own security efforts through fundamental training mistakes that leave employees vulnerable to attack. Human error remains the leading cause of data breaches, making effective employee training essential for protecting your business. However, poorly designed training […]

Black Friday Scams Are Getting Smarter. Are Your Business Cyber Defences Keeping Up?

Phishing Attacks, Spoofed Domains, and AI-Driven Fraud Are Targeting UK Companies Every year, Black Friday brings chaos to inboxes and checkout pages alike. While consumers chase half-price gadgets, cybercriminals are pursuing something far more valuable: data, passwords, and money. What began as a retail issue has evolved into a wider business threat, as attackers now […]

Solihull Businesses Strengthen Cyber Resilience at SCAN2025

Several business leaders from across the West Midlands gathered last week at the National Motorcycle Museum for Solihull Cyber Advice Network (SCAN): Business Resilience 2025, a collaborative event designed to help SMEs protect themselves from the growing threat of cyber attacks. Hosted by Solihull based Discus Systems plc, the morning brought together the West Midlands […]