Comprendo

29/06/2026

⏱️What can actually be fixed in 2 hours of IT time?

Quite a lot, as it turns out!

We offer businesses a complimentary 2-hour IT & cyber security consultation, and many people assume it’s just a chat.

💡In reality, we often fix or improve several things on the spot.
Here are real examples of what can often be done in that time:

🔐 Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
One of the biggest security improvements a business can make in minutes - protecting email, Microsoft 365, remote access, and admin accounts.

🔑 Secure risky or shared logins
Identify accounts that shouldn’t exist, remove shared passwords, and tighten admin access.

🛡 Check antivirus / endpoint protection
Confirm it’s installed, active, and actually protecting all devices.

🔥 Review firewall basics
Ensure basic protections are in place and identify obvious risks.

💾 Check backup status
Confirm backups are running and explain how recovery would work if the worst happened.

🔄 Check software patching & updates
Outdated software is one of the easiest ways attackers get in.

📂 Review permissions and access
Make sure staff only have access to what they actually need.

📊 Highlight quick security wins
Often we identify simple improvements that dramatically reduce risk.

✅ For small businesses, these two hours can remove several common vulnerabilities.

✅ For larger organisations, the session often becomes a mini security audit or Cyber Essentials readiness review.

Either way, the goal is simple:
👉 Leave the business more secure than when we arrived.

>> If you'd like to use our free 2-hour consultation, comment below and we’ll be delighted to arrange a time.

You can also learn more about what's involved in our latest blog:

https://comprendo.co.uk/free-2-hour-it-cyber-security-consultation/

Sometimes two hours of preventative work can save days, weeks, or even a business!

Most SMEs appreciate how important their IT and cyber security to their business operations, but they often delay reviewing their systems because of concerns

22/06/2026

⚠️ Fortinet firewalls and VPN gateways were last week targeted in a credential-harvesting campaign referred to as Fortibleed.

The attack is said to have affected over 70,000 firewalls, including those of major global corporations.

✅ This is the latest cyber-attack to be handled and successfully avoided by our expert, proactive team at Comprendo, with all firewalls locked down in line with Cyber Essentials recommendations.

>> If you're unsure how protected your business is online, book your free security audit here:📧 [email protected]

🔒 And if you'd like to find out more about Cyber Essentials Certification, we'd be very happy to help.

17/06/2026

Another fab Craven Expo at The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa, courtesy of the equally fab Craven Consultancy Services Ltd! 👏

We loved this event - lots of local businesses all supporting each other, whether as exhibitors or delegates.

🙏 Big thanks to everyone who visited our stand - we had so many interesting conversations, whether building on existing relationships or making brand new connections. We're looking forward to all the follow-ups! ☕

Thank you to Bradford District and Craven Mind and the Craven Consultancy team for posing for our photos! And great to catch up with lots of other amazing local organisations - Ultimate Funding Solutions Not Just Travel - Adrian Doyle SBC Studio Coffee Care Stirk Lambert & Co. The Principle Trust Children's Charity to name a few.

See some of you again for the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce netwalk next week, also at the Coniston Hotel! 🥾

10/06/2026

🖥️ What could your business fix, improve, or learn about its IT in just 2 hours?

📢 We offer a free 2-hour IT & Cyber Security consultation for businesses who want clarity on their systems - with no obligation.

It can be remote or on-site if you're local, and the time can be used in whatever way is most useful to your business.

Here are a few ways companies typically use it:

🔍 Quick IT Systems Audit
Understand what you have, what’s missing, and what could be improved.

🔐 Cyber Security Review - check key protections like:
• MFA and account security
• Firewall and antivirus
• Software updates and patching

⚙️ Quick Fixes, like:
• Securing risky logins
• Configuring MFA
• Reviewing permissions

🖥 Tool Demonstrations
See solutions for backups, device management, monitoring, or productivity before investing.

📊 Strategy & Planning
Ideal for growing businesses who want guidance on:
• Security improvements
• Infrastructure upgrades
• Cyber Essentials readiness

❓ Ask an IT Expert
“Are we secure enough?”
“What would happen if ransomware hit us?”
“Are we doing backups properly?”

💡 Sometimes two hours of expert review can prevent months of problems!

>> Get in touch if you'd like to book your free consultation.
📧 [email protected]

www.comprendo.co.uk

📸 by the brilliant Cecilia Costello Photography!

05/06/2026

💻 The Data Backup Gap many SMEs don't know they have

We trust Microsoft 365 with our most valuable data. But here's the question SMEs often fail to ask:

❓ If that data was lost tomorrow, could they get it back and how long would it take?

💡 In our new blog post, we're focusing on the importance of having a dedicated data backup solution for business resilience (and not relying on Microsoft 365 retention features and recycling bins).

>> https://comprendo.co.uk/the-microsoft-365-backup-gap-businesses-are-unaware-of/

We hope you find it useful!

And if you'd like advice or guidance on data backup and recovery planning - whether you already have a plan or not - please get in touch.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0345 527 4394

Many businesses rely on Microsoft 365 every day. From emails and calendars to Teams chats, SharePoint files and OneDrive documents, it has become the backbone

02/06/2026

Testimonial Tuesday! 🏵️

Fast, reliable IT services are essential to all businesses. You need tech that actually helps your business, rather than holds it up leading to frustration and concern.

✅ At Comprendo we want to add value to your business, keeping things straightforward and alleviating the headaches.

🎯 Here’s our latest Google Review demonstrating what we do best – effective and friendly IT support, exactly when you need it.

Big thanks to our client! And if your business is looking for a genuinely supportive IT partner, please get in touch!

📞 0345 527 4394 / 📧 [email protected]

27/05/2026

📉 Are any of these IT bottlenecks slowing down your business?

One of the biggest IT obstacles for SMEs is lack of proactive IT support. This means businesses only interact with their IT when it breaks, so they never get ahead of issues, such as:

⚠️ Staff waiting for hours / days for IT fixes

⚠️ Slow computers and Wi-Fi dropping out

⚠️ Random Microsoft 365 problems

⚠️ Printer / Network issues

The upshot is lost productivity, staff frustration and owners becoming accidental IT managers, all of which have a ripple effect and cause further issues…

There are plenty of other potential IT obstacles also preventing your business from reaching the dizzying heights of success, from poor connectivity and cybersecurity gaps, to legacy systems and lack of strategic direction.

💡 If any of these resonate, the good news is we can help with them all!

🔎 Read more in our blog about how proactive IT support can make a huge difference to the way your business runs:

>> https://comprendo.co.uk/10-it-bottlenecks-slowing-down-your-business/

✅ And if you’d like our help in making your IT work FOR you, rather than against you, please get in touch!

📞 0345 527 4394
📧 [email protected]

18/05/2026

💻 IT Support Aligned to your Growth Plan -
🔍Our latest CASE STUDY

I’m delighted to share our latest case study, courtesy of Macaulay & Co. , local property specialist in Cross Hills, now in its 2nd year of trading.

At the beginning of the year, Macaulay Thompson, founder and owner of Macaulay & Co, talked to us about the business’s need for a more efficient and effective IT support solution than he was currently receiving.

📈 Of course, we were very happy to help, and Macaulay is confident that his IT systems are now secure, and that connectivity and workflow have been enhanced, all key to the growing business.

Thank you to Macaulay for highlighting how we made his experience with us at Comprendo a positive one 🙏

>> Please take a look: https://comprendo.co.uk/it-support-aligned-to-your-growth-plan-a-case-study/ 👀

🎯 And if we can help you to align your IT strategy with your business goals, please feel free to arrange a 30 minute Discovery Call at:

📧 [email protected]

Thank you!

15/05/2026

We find the webinars that Small Business Britain runs so useful and this (free) 4-week programme will be no exception!

🔒 Cyber Security for small businesses - a subject close to our hearts and essential for every business amidst ever-evolving cyber threats.

See you there!

Protecting your small business online has never been more important 🔐

That’s why Small Business Britain and BT Business have partnered to deliver Staying Safe & Sound: Cyber for Small Business, a FREE four-week webinar series designed to help small business owners build confidence around cyber security.

📅 Every Thursday throughout June
⏰ 10am–11am
🔗 Register via the link in the bio

Learn how to spot threats, strengthen your security, and protect your business online!

Image description: A promotional graphic for the webinar programme. The design features a grid of small business owners, with most images blurred and overlaid with lock icons, while one central image is clear and highlighted with a fingerprint security symbol. Text at the bottom reads “Staying Safe & Sound: Cyber Security for Small Business” and “Free 4-week webinar programme.”

12/05/2026

🐾 Morning all, Aireworth Dogs in Need is a fantastic dog re-homing charity, and they're holding their annual Woofts fundraising event at Cliffe Castle, this coming Saturday (16th May) from 11am - 3pm.

🏵️ With the dog show at 12 noon, please come along with your pooches (all dogs welcome to enter the show - register on the day) and bring all the family. There's plenty more going on too including stalls selling crafts and doggy items, tombola, cafe and face painting!

It's a great family day out for a great cause, so if you can support the event, it would be wonderful to see you! Our Sara will be there with her puggle, Bruno (featured below, in air jail as usual!)

📸 Comprendo and Aireworth Dogs in Need - Registered Charity No. 1162052 teams