In a world in which cyber threats are growing at an alarming rate and their nature is in a state of constant flux there is a race among organisations worldwide to get ahead of the curve. Copier Systems Limited (CSL) – a Yorkshire print and document solutions company – have taken the step of acquiring a large share in Optimise Cyber Solutions.

The latter is an emergent Cyber Security Awareness Training Provider making substantial waves in the sector. It’s owner Chris Annetts has two decades worth of experience in frontline cyber security and is making it his mission to help educate and empower UK businesses with the tools and awareness required to be robust in the face of ever-increasing cyber threats.

Key Takeaways

• Strategic Investment in Cybersecurity – Copier Systems Limited (CSL) has acquired a major share in Optimise Cyber Solutions, strengthening its role in advancing cyber awareness training.
• Focus on Employee Awareness – Optimise’s Cyber Academy, launched in its first year, helps businesses upskill staff with self-paced training to defend against evolving cyber threats.
• Regional Support and Funding – Businesses in South Yorkshire can access up to 70% funding for cybersecurity training through the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA).

 Two Major Reasons Why Cyber Security Awareness Training is vital

• Cyber threats are increasingly severe and sophisticated. Prevention is the best tool in the armoury of a business.
• A company’s staff is essentially the front line. They must be given the most up-to-date training to ensure that line is not breached.

Funding is available in South Yorkshire

 The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) allows businesses in the region the opportunity to access as much as 70% funding for cyber security training.

More on the acquisition

 A major reason for Copier Systems Limited’ investment in Optimise was the recent launching of their Cyber Academy, which is an online, self-paced training platform for the upskilling of employees and with the aim of mitigating against cyber risks. This was achieved within Optimise’s very first year of trading, a period in which they managed to snag key contracts with local governments.

 The future looks a whole lot brighter and safer for businesses in the South Yorkshire area and beyond.