Stack up your Security
Use multiple layers of protection—like strong passwords, firewalls, and encryption—so it’s harder for cyber criminals to break in.

Back-up your Data
Keep your back-up files them on a separate system that hackers can’t reach, so you can bounce back quickly if something goes wrong.

Practice before it’s Real
Run simulated attacks to see how well your systems and teams respond. It’s better to find weak spots now, than in the middle of a crisis.

Watch for trouble in Real Time
Use tools that alert you the moment something suspicious happens – the faster you spot it, the less damage it causes.

Get the Right People in the Room
Cyber threats affect more than just IT. Bring in your legal, PR, and customer service teams, so you’re ready to act fast, and able to deal with multiple stakeholders, using credible spokespeople that can deliver key messages effectively and protect your brand reputation.

Keep Customers in the Loop
If your website or systems go down, have a back-up page ready to share updates and answer questions. It helps build trust when things go wrong.

Protect your Reputation
Tell customers and stakeholders what happened, what you have fixed, and what you’re doing to prevent a re-occurrence. Transparency earns respect.