Cyber Security 101: A Practical Starting Point for Small Businesses

Cyber security can feel overwhelming for small businesses, especially when time, budget and in-house expertise are limited.

This on-demand webinar is designed to simplify the basics and give small businesses a clear, practical starting point. Secarma’s experts break cyber security down into manageable steps, focusing on what really matters and how to make meaningful improvements without overcomplicating things.

The session is educational, non-technical and focused on building confidence, not creating fear.

What we covered

In this webinar, we explored:

• What cyber security really means for small businesses
• The most common cyber risks facing small organisations
• Practical steps to improve security without large budgets or teams
• Simple controls that make a real difference
• How to build momentum without trying to do everything at once

The aim was to remove confusion and help organisations take their first steps with clarity and confidence.

Who this webinar is for

This session is ideal for:

• Small and micro businesses
• Business owners and directors
• Operations, IT or compliance leads wearing multiple hats
• Organisations at an early stage of their cyber security journey
• Anyone looking for practical guidance without technical jargon

No prior cyber security knowledge is required.

Why cyber security matters for small businesses

Cyber security isn’t just a technical issue, it’s a business one.

• Getting the basics right helps small businesses:
• Reduce exposure to common and avoidable risks
• Protect customer data and business operations
• Build trust with clients, suppliers and partners
• Prepare for future growth and assurance requirements
• Avoid reactive, last-minute security decisions

This session focuses on progress, not perfection.

What to do next

If you’d like support applying these principles to your own business, Secarma can help with practical advice, baseline assessments and clear next steps tailored to small organisations.

Visit secarma.com/contact to start the conversation.