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February 20, 2026 - News

Everyday Cyber Mistakes: How Brits are hacking themselves

The biggest cybersecurity threat facing UK organisations in the modern age isn’t a sophisticated hacker – it’s everyday human behaviour. Across hybrid workplaces, routine digital habits may be undermining corporate security controls and exposing organisations to avoidable cyber risks.  Employee behaviours inside organisations are most likely to trigger a data breach, with small habits scaling […]

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February 1, 2026 - News

Why Work With A Microsoft Solutions Partner?

In a landscape where digital capability drives resilience, growth, and competitiveness, choosing the right technology partner has become a critical decision for business leaders. The new landscape of technical tools can be overwhelming to navigate, and partnering with an accredited provider brings clarity and confidence to that choice. Microsoft’s core tools have become synonymous with […]

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December 18, 2025 - News

From Breaches to Best Practices: FLRS Cybersecurity Lessons for SMEs

“Convenience is the enemy of security,” noted Kamran Bahdur (Chief Information Officer), setting the tone for FLR Spectron Ltd’s latest webinar, From Breaches to Best Practices: Cybersecurity Lessons for SMEs. Within the first 10 minutes, our cybersecurity experts were already diving into practical, actionable guidance tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The session examined five […]

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December 12, 2025 - News

December’s Microsoft Security Update: Why Privilege Escalation Remains Your Biggest Hidden Risk

Microsoft’s December security update includes 56 fixes, including two zero-day vulnerabilities that are already being actively exploited. The pattern remains familiar: attackers exploit minor weaknesses, then escalate privileges within the environment. Both zero days involve privilege escalation and token spoofing techniques that allow an attacker with even limited access to move laterally and elevate their […]

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October 9, 2025 - News

Retaining Gold and Reaching Higher: Our Investors in People Journey

We’re incredibly proud to share that we’ve retained our Investors in People (IIP) Gold accreditation. A recognition that reflects our continued commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. A Journey of Continuous Improvement We were first awarded Gold in 2019, and we’re proud to have retained it ever […]

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October 8, 2025 - News

Shortlisted for the Investors in People UK Award for Excellence in Employee Recognition – Gold

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve been shortlisted for the Investors in People UK Award for Excellence in Employee Recognition – GOLD! This recognition is a proud moment for us and a true reflection of our commitment to building a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work. At the […]

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October 1, 2025 - News

CPR Your Cyber | Cyber security Awareness Month 2025

October marks the beginning of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and with the rise in global attacks impacting the world’s biggest brands, we invite you to CPR your cyber with our new free website health checker. 43% of UK businesses reported experiencing a cybersecurity breach or attack in the past 12 months according to the UK Government’s […]

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September 4, 2025 - News

Ghost Accounts: The Forgotten Logins Putting Businesses at Risk

When employees or contractors leave, their access should leave with them. Too often it does not. These forgotten “ghost accounts” remain active and create an invisible weakness inside business systems. After a summer break, many employees come back with new priorities. Some decide it is time to move on, while others return from holiday and […]

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August 14, 2025 - News

Have You Tried Operator Connect Yet? It’s a Total Game-Changer

We’ve been rolling out Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams, and the feedback? All positive. If you’re not on it yet, you’re genuinely missing out. This isn’t just another add-on — it’s a serious upgrade to the way you communicate. Why Our Clients Are Loving Operator Connect Call straight from Teams No more switching between platforms. […]

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Out-of-Office Email Could Enable a Phishing Attack

August 11, 2025 - News

How Your Automatic Out-of-Office Email Could Enable a Phishing Attack

The summer slowdown is a busy time for cybercriminals. While your team sets their out of office replies and heads off for a well-earned break, attackers are watching closely, and many automatic messages give them exactly what they need. These short replies are meant to be helpful. But when they reveal names, job roles, absence […]

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