Stay secure with Cyber Essentials

When a world leading UK aerospace and defence company selected Midland Tool and Design as a new supplier, in order to begin working together Midland Tool and Design were required to be Cyber Essentials certified.

In a technology driven world, cybersecurity is now paramount for organisations of all sizes. With the level of cybercrime, such as phishing, ransomware, malware and identity theft increasing, digital defences are not a nice to have - they’re crucial.

When seeking suppliers, many businesses today look at the security measures those providers have in place. Keeping software and hardware up to date, using anti-virus and anti-malware, implementing multi-factor authentication and regularly backing up important data are some common security practices. To demonstrate a true commitment to cybersecurity, companies can also obtain a Cyber Essentials certification.

Midland Tool and Design manufactures electrified solutions and supplies the Medical, Aerospace, Power Generation, Automotive, and Defence sectors globally. Established in 1969, the company is well known and highly respected in the industry.

Leaders not only in the manufacturing space, Midland Tool and Design are also forward-thinking with technology, adopting Microsoft 365 suite. To further support their cybersecurity responsibilities, the business is now also Cyber Essentials certified.

Why is Cyber Essentials needed?

Customers and users alike are today increasingly concerned about the security of their personal information. When a world leading UK aerospace and defence company selected Midland Tool and Design as a new supplier, in order to begin working together Midland Tool and Design were required to be Cyber Essentials certified. To achieve this certification, the company turned to their trusted IT partner, Redloft Technology.

Darren Booton, Managing Director at Midland Tool and Design explains why Cyber Essentials was required and the decision to work with Redloft Technology.

“Our existing, robust IT security practices ensure customer data is highly secure. However, a prerequisite for dealing with sensitive information with these high profile clients, was holding the Cyber Essentials accreditation. Having worked with Redloft Technology for a number of years, we immediately turned to them for advice.”

Darren continues,

“From the initial security audit, Redloft’s highly experienced consultants demonstrated considerable Cyber Essentials knowledge. They identified vulnerabilities and recommended effective solutions, helping us to implement the necessary changes to enhance our security.”

The benefits of Cyber Essentials

Speaking about the benefit of Cyber Essentials, Barry Mansell, Senior Cloud Consultant, at Redloft Technology says,

“Performing Cyber Essentials presents the perfect opportunity to assess how securely a business network is setup, implement necessary changes and go forth confident that everything is set up as securely as expected. Through obtaining a Cyber Essentials certification, an organisation can distinguish itself from competitors and will be appropriately viewed as a secure, trustworthy and reliable business. Existing and potential customers can be confident that their sensitive data will be safe and that the company's cybersecurity measures meet, if not exceed industry standards."

Midland Tool and Design have successfully met the rigorous requirements of the Cyber Essentials accreditation and are now proud to be fully compliant.

Darren concludes,

“Obtaining the Cyber Essentials accreditation is a clear demonstration of how seriously Midland Tool and Design takes cybersecurity. It shows our dedication to protecting customer data and maintaining user privacy. By working with Redloft Technology, the practices that are now in place will protect systems from cyber attacks, safeguard our critical and sensitive data and maintain an overall secure digital environment, ensuring our positive reputation is continuously recognised by existing clients as well as businesses looking to work with us in the future.”

Strengthen your digital security with Cyber Essentials

With the number of cyber threats growing year on year, having a Cyber Essentials certification provides a solid foundation for businesses to strengthen their digital security. If you are concerned about your organisations cybersecurity or are looking to implement more robust practices, contact us today. We’re committed to keeping our customers safe and secure.