There are only two types of companies: those that have been hacked, and those that will be.
– Robert Mueller, Former FBI Director
Today, it’s becoming difficult to think of a business that does not rely on technology to reach customers, deliver a service, or innovate in its vertical. Decision-making is data-driven, and products are web-first. Data, many say, is the new currency. In this world, trust, resilience, and reputation start with how you protect your systems, your data, and your customers.
Cybersecurity matters more than ever
Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical concern — it’s foundational to building trust, retaining clients, and maintaining compliance:
- Over 40% of all UK businesses and 30% of all charities reported experiencing a cyber breach or attack in 2024 1.
- 70% of medium-sized organisations and 74% of large organisations reported being breached 2.
- 66% of consumers say they would not trust a company after a data breach 3.
- 60% of shoppers say they would avoid a retailer after a breach 4.
- 42% of UK SMEs experienced a cyberattack in 2024 — rising to 67% for medium-sized businesses 5.
How we can help
The statistics make tough reading, but it doesn’t need to be this way! Taking a proactive approach to Cybersecurity is the key to beating the odds and building customer trust. The good news is that effective Cybersecurity doesn’t require enterprise-grade resources. With the right training, basic security measures, and staff awareness, SMEs can dramatically reduce their risk profile.
We provide independent, expert, fully remote cybersecurity consultancy that delivers bespoke information security and information technology solutions that fit your business needs. From consulting and advice to governance frameworks like Cyber Essentials, or even staff awareness courses, we can help.
Backed by more than 70 professional certifications and accreditations, as well as specialist experience in education, research, aviation, and private healthcare, we can help small and medium-sized organisations to successfully navigate the digital world without breaking the bank.
Expert level Cybersecurity support doesn’t need to cost the earth - our services start at just £150!
Our flexible and fully remote model enables us to support clients worldwide by providing strategic guidance and hands-on assistance that empowers you to stay ahead of hackers and maintain a strong security posture.
What we offer
Volant offers a range of Cybersecurity services designed to meet your needs whatever your size - these can include:
- Security Assessments - Understand your risk in clear, actionable terms
- Governance Frameworks - Policies, registers, incident plans
- Security Architecture - Build secure systems without slowing innovation
- Certification Prep - From Cyber Essentials to ISO 27001
- vCISO Services - Ongoing strategy and board-level advice
- Staff training - Awareness courses to industry certification training
References
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UK Business Cyber Attack Statistics, Breached.company, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://breached.company/uk-businesses-under-siege-the-cyber-attack-crisis-of-2024 ↩
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“UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 reveals persistent threats”, IndustrialCyber.co, Apr. 2024. [Online]. Available: https://industrialcyber.co/reports/uk-cyber-security-breaches-survey-2025-reveals-persistent-threats-in-evolving-digital-landscape-bats-for-enhanced-cyber-resilience ↩
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“66% of consumers wouldn’t trust a company post-breach”, Security Magazine, Jul. 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/100296-66-of-consumers-would-not-trust-a-company-following-a-data-breach ↩
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“More than 60% of consumers would avoid a retailer post-breach”, Security Magazine, Oct. 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/100466-more-than-60-of-consumers-would-avoid-a-retailer-post-breach ↩
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“UK SMEs face rise in cyber attacks”, SecurityBrief UK, Mar. 2024. [Online]. Available: https://securitybrief.co.uk/story/uk-smes-face-rise-in-cyber-attacks-with-average-cost-gbp-7-960 ↩