Ultimate Managed Print Services: Safeguard Your Business from Cyber Threats

Enhance Your Business Printer Security with Toshiba’s Advanced Printer Protection Managed print services often get overlooked, while businesses focus on securing networks and endpoints, one critical vulnerability often goes unnoticed, multifunction printers (MFPs). At Commercial Networks, in partnership with The Zero Group, we provide cutting-edge print security solutions powered by Toshiba to safeguard your business from cyber threats. Why Printer Security is Essential Recent statistics highlight the increasing risk of cyberattacks: With sensitive data such as customer records, employee details,...

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What are the Consequences of a GDPR breach?

Have you seen the headlines about the consequences of a GDPR breach? The biggest fine so far was to Meta Platforms in 2023 for 1.2 billion Euros and the first prison sentence due to misuse of a customer’s personal information. What is GDPR? GDPR is a regulatory framework designed to protect the personal data of individuals within the EU. It mandates how businesses collect, store, process, and share data. Key principles of GDPR include: GDPR applies to any organisation that...

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Microsoft 365 Cloud Computing Simplified

Simplified cloud computing allows you to work anywhere with your documents stored online, “in the cloud”. Instead of relying on physical hardware or local servers, cloud computing allows users to access data and applications remotely through the internet. In the case of Microsoft 365 cloud computing, it combines the power of cloud computing with productivity tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive to create a seamless, cloud-based experience. Cloud computing has become a cornerstone of productivity, collaboration, and efficiency....

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Christmas Opening Hours 2024

Please see our opening hours over the 2024/2025 festive period. If you have an issue outside of these times you can raise a ticket through our client portal. Monday 23rd December 8.30am – 5.30pm Tuesday 24th December 8.30am – 5.30pm Wednesday 25th December Closed Thursday 26th December Closed Friday 27th December 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday 30th December 8.30am – 5.30pm Tuesday 31st December 8.30am – 5.30pm Wednesday 1st January Closed Thursday 2nd January 8.30am – 5.30pm Friday 3rd January 8.30am...

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Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Protecting Your Business Against the Unexpected What would you do if your accountant couldn’t access their accountancy software? No invoices can be generated, no payments can be made, staff wages can’t go out? Or what about if your site gets flooded? This is where Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) come into play. What is Disaster Recovery? Disaster Recovery refers to the strategies, tools, and processes used to restore IT systems and data...

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Cybersecurity Shield: 10 Undeniable Reasons Why You Need It

Our new Cybersecurity Shield Package is a comprehensive protection solution designed to safeguard your data, ensure privacy, and provide peace of mind with advanced security features tailored to meet your unique needs. Cybersecurity Shield is Designed to Fend All Attacks Off By incorporating all the defence mechanisms in to one package, Shield, while we proactively monitor your devices, we provide the highest levels of defence and protection for your business, coupled with backup and recovery systems that are second to...

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Penetration Testing

We’re delighted to partner and refer Al W. at Mongoose Cyber Security to offer penetration testing. Mongoose [noun] – a slender, ferret-like carnivore. Noted especially for its ability to kill cobras and other venomous snakes. Mongoose Cyber Security, here to kill your cobras. We are a team of dedicated, ex-military professionals who believe that penetration testing can be done better. To a higher standard. ​Penetration testing should be accessible to all businesses, regardless of size or budget. That’s why we offer...

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Free Wifi – 10 Steps on How To Stay Safe

Poor phone signal or working in the local coffee shop and free wifi is a huge bonus, but is it safe? How should you keep your devices and data secure? 🚨 Check you have the correct network. A similar looking wifi name to that of the business could be directing you to connect to another network allowing the hacker to see what you’re surfing and if you enter login credentials or passwords they will be able to steal your information....

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Supply Chain Attacks – Hidden Risks in Trusted Connections

Supply chain attacks; where cybercriminals are targeting small and medium businesses (SMBs) indirectly through their third-party partners and suppliers. In a supply chain attack, the attacker breaches a supplier to gain access to an SMB’s systems. Since SMBs often work with other small providers, a supply chain attack can put the whole network at risk and once inside, hackers may steal sensitive data or disrupt business operations. Solution: Regularly review and vet suppliers and partners for their cybersecurity practices. Collaborate...

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Tenacious Isaac is the Future of IT

Isaac is quickly establishing himself as the future of IT and a rising talent in the sector, demonstrating impressive achievements that highlight his potential in technology. With the support of Commercial Networks Ltd., he has excelled in a series of computer science challenges that reflect his dedication and skill. One of Isaac’s early accomplishments was completing the “Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge“, a national competition that encourages problem solving and computational thinking skills. Scoring in the top 10% of participants across...

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Unparalleled 5⭐ IT Helpdesk Support

When your computer won’t connect to the WiFi, when your printer won’t print, when you’ve made a mistake and need to revert to old data because of an inputting mistake – you want IT helpdesk support that is going to get you back up and running as soon as possible. Our Managed IT Services offers unlimited telephone and remote support and with our proactive monitoring we are keeping an eye on your systems, we’re watching out for issues and nipping...

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Top 6 Reasons to Secure Xero and QuickBooks Data with a Reliable Backup Solution

In today’s digital age, cloud based accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks have revolutionised how many small and medium businesses manage their companies’ finances. With ease of use, accessibility and automated features, these platforms have become indispensable tools. Often recommended by Accountants as the go to product over legacy solutions like Sage 50. However many businesses overlook one critical aspect of their cloud accounting strategy: backups to secure Xero and QuickBooks. While Xero and QuickBooks are trusted and secure platforms,...

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