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Governance, compliance, privacy and resilience support that helps you reduce risk and build confidence across the business to make better technology decisions.

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Context

Risk is becoming harder to manage

Organisations are facing increasing pressure from customers, insurers, regulators and stakeholders to demonstrate effective governance and risk management.

Cyber threats continue to evolve. Compliance requirements continue to grow. Data protection obligations are becoming more complex.

The challenge is no longer understanding that risk exists. The challenge is knowing where to focus, how to prioritise improvement and how to demonstrate that appropriate controls are in place.

Our Assurance services help organisations move from reactive compliance activity to a structured approach that improves resilience, strengthens governance and supports long-term business objectives.

43%
of UK businesses experienced a cyber-attack last year
£3.4M
average cost of a UK data breach
76%
of boards now consider cyber risk a business risk
23%
of businesses have a documented IR plan
Services

Governance, resilience and compliance

Five service areas, helping organisations manage risk and strengthen resilience.

Assurance

vCISO

Access strategic security leadership without the cost of a full-time CISO, giving your organisation clearer direction on risk, governance and board-level decision making.

The benefits:

Strategic direction
Better risk management
Improved reporting
Stronger governance
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Assurance

Penetration Testing

See your organisation through an attacker’s eyes, with penetration testing that identifies exploitable weaknesses and gives you clear recommendations to reduce risk.

The benefits:

Reduced risk
Validated controls
Clearer priorities
Stronger resilience
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Assurance

Cyber Essentials

Build a stronger security foundation and show your commitment to cyber security, with support that helps you improve baseline controls and navigate certification with confidence.

The benefits:

Stronger resilience
Clearer assurance
Support business growth
Future maturity
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Assurance

vDPO

Access expert data protection guidance that helps your organisation manage privacy, reduce risk and build confidence in how personal data is managed.

The benefits:

Stronger compliance
Reduced risk
Clearer accountability
Access specialist expertise
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Assurance

Incident Response

Be ready before a cyber incident happens, with direct access to experienced specialists who help contain threats, reduce disruption and recover faster.

The benefits:

Immediate expertise
Reduced disruption
Faster recovery
Stronger resilience
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Packages

Assurance support that fits your organisation

Every assurance service is backed by our flexible support packages. Choose your service, choose the level of support that fits. We'll take care of the rest.

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Core

Ideal for organisations looking for operational visibility and expert support.

Business hours support

Alert-based monitoring

Defined SLA response times

Escalation management

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Stay ahead
Pro

Greater operational involvement through proactive monitoring and response.

Extended support hours

Monitoring and response

Proactive service reviews

Faster response targets

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Leave it to us
Elite

A highly managed service with broader ownership and enhanced support coverage.

24/7 support

Full service ownership

Proactive optimisation

Strategic operational reviews

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Technology Partners

Partnered with the world's leading technology vendors

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Customer Stories

Ourcomes we're proud of

See how our assurance services help organisations strengthen governance, prepare for incidents and build confidence in the way risk is managed.

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Networking
Security
Workplace
Multi-Tenant

Discovery Park

Dedicated high-speed connectivity and a demonstration centre help Discovery Park attract and support over 130 tenants.
Networking
Workplace
Finance

FW Capital

Communicate has supported FW Capital's telecoms and workspace expansion at Wynyard Business Park since 2015.
Networking
Workplace
Industrial

Durata

Communicate had Durata fully connected from day one of its move to Tees AMP.
Why Us

A practical approach to assurance

Business-focused guidance

We translate technical and regulatory requirements into practical actions that support business objectives.

Governance beyond compliance

Our focus is improving resilience and reducing risk, not simply achieving certifications.

Independent perspective

Objective assessments and expert guidance that help identify genuine priorities for improvement.

Strategic expertise

Access experienced specialists across cyber security, privacy, compliance and governance.

One accountable partner

A single team responsible for delivery, support and continuous improvement.

Continuous improvement

Helping organisations mature over time rather than treating assurance as a one-off exercise.

Insights

Related insights

Expert insights from our assurance specialists.

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FAQs

What does a vCISO do?

A vCISO helps guide cyber strategy, governance, risk management and board-level reporting.

How often should penetration testing be carried out?

Most organisations conduct testing annually or following major infrastructure changes.

Do we need a Data Protection Officer?

Not every organisation requires a formal DPO, but many benefit from expert guidance on privacy, GDPR and governance responsibilities.

Is Cyber Essentials suitable for smaller organisations?

Yes. Cyber Essentials provides a practical framework for improving cyber security and is valuable for organisations of all sizes.

Why have an Incident Response Retainer?

A retainer provides immediate access to specialist expertise during a cyber incident, helping reduce delays, improve decision-making and accelerate recovery.

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Whether you're improving compliance, reducing risk, preparing for an audit or building a long-term governance strategy, we're here to help.

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