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Cyber Essentials Benefits

18 November 2025

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Cyber Essentials

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The benefits of Cyber Essentials certification 

Cyber criminals don’t just go after big companies. They scan for weaknesses – and if your organisation isn’t protected, you’re an easy target.

Cyber Essentials certification helps you guard against 80% of common cyber threats, win government contracts and demonstrate to your customers that you take cyber security seriously.

Whether you’re a small business or an established enterprise, certification through GRC Solutions gives you the protection and credibility you need to grow with confidence.

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Why Cyber Essentials matters

Modern cyber attacks are fast, automated and opportunistic. They don’t discriminate based on size or sector.

If your organisation uses email, a website or even basic digital systems, you’re already a potential target.

Cyber Essentials helps you:

  • Block common threats like phishing, malware and unauthorised access
  • Protect sensitive data across your systems
  • Show customers, partners and regulators you take cyber security seriously

What certification helps you achieve

Protect against 80% of common cyber attacks
Implementing the five technical controls in the Cyber Essentials scheme gives you a strong first line of defence – at a fraction of the cost of a breach.

Prove your security to the supply chain
Certification signals to suppliers, partners and auditors that you have baseline cyber hygiene in place, making you a safer organisation to do business with.

Bid for government and MoD contracts
Cyber Essentials is a requirement for many public-sector contracts. With Cyber Essentials Plus, you can also work with the Ministry of Defence.

Boost your reputation and win new customers
Businesses are increasingly prioritising cyber security when choosing suppliers. Certification helps you stand out and build trust fast.

Get listed on the NCSC supplier database
Your certification will be published on the IASME website for 12 months – visible proof to prospects that you take data protection seriously.

Proven results across the UK

The National Cyber Security Centre found that certified organisations:

  • 93% feel more protected from common Internet-based threats
  • 61% are more likely to choose suppliers that are certified
  • Take broader security steps beyond the basic five controls

Why choose GRC Solutions?

We’re one of the UK’s most experienced and trusted Cyber Essentials certification bodies:

  • 7,000+ certifications issued globally
  • Same-day turnaround on certificates
  • One-to-one expert support included in every package
  • 98% customer success rate
  • World-class NPS score of +100
  • All tools and guidance included – no hidden costs

We’ve helped thousands of organisations get certified. We’ll help you do the same – quickly, clearly and with full support at every step.

Ready to get certified?
Whether you’re aiming for basic Cyber Essentials or the enhanced Cyber Essentials Plus, we’ll guide you through the process and get you certified – fast.