How to spot and prevent phishing scams in 2026
Phishing scams in 2026 look nothing like the clumsy, typo-ridden emails most people picture. Today’s attackers are using artificial intelligence, automation and social engineering to create convincing messages that [...]
The real cost of IT downtime. How much it costs UK businesses (and how to prevent it)
IT downtime is one of the most expensive and most avoidable risks facing UK businesses today. Whether it’s a crashed laptop, a forgotten password, a server outage, a failed [...]
Human error remains the #1 cyber risk. This is how your internal IT team can overcome it
Human error is the single biggest variable in your security posture. The latest tools and settings will reduce most malicious attacks, but we all know that cybersecurity settings can [...]
How to choose the right IT support provider in Ipswich & Suffolk
Choosing the right IT support provider can feel overwhelming, especially when every company in Ipswich claims to be “proactive”, “secure”, and “trusted”. Your decision to choose an IT support [...]
When it comes to cybersecurity, positive reinforcement must beat the blame game.
Here’s a question for you to think about. It’s 4.45pm on a Friday, and you’re getting ready to go home from your Ipswich office. A team member skims an [...]
Why penetration testing in Suffolk and Essex is the key to a strong security culture.
If you’re an IT Manager or Head of Infrastructure in Suffolk or Essex, managing IT support and cybersecurity can feel overwhelming. You’ve got to keep your systems running, stay [...]
How can you protect your staff from digital threats when on annual leave?
If you run a growing business in Suffolk or Essex, your daily responsibilities are endless. But the most pressing thought that keeps you awake in the middle of the [...]
Five easy tips to improve your cybersecurity so you can have a worry-free Christmas
Christmas should be about mince pies, family time, and switching off, not worrying about your business being targeted by hackers or accidentally experiencing a data breach. Unfortunately, December is [...]
“We’ve got antivirus, so our cybersecurity is fine.” Why that’s a risk you can’t afford to take
Picture the scene. You open your laptop on a Monday morning, and nothing is working. Your files are gone, your emails are locked, and your clients are waiting. You [...]
Could we collectively reduce the risk of cybercrime in Ipswich?
Here’s a challenge that we’ve been thinking about. Do you think it’s possible to significantly reduce the threat of cybercrime right here on our doorstep? Could we set our [...]
Rely on Lucid Systems to manage your cybersecurity so you can focus on your business.
Running a small business in Ipswich means doing everything yourself. That’s exhausting, and it makes managing your cybersecurity and dealing with IT issues feel like another full-time job. But [...]
Charity climb raises over £1400 for Suffolk 100, a fantastic local initiative.
Did you know that last month our team swapped helpdesk tickets for walking boots and waterproofs to climb Mount Snowdon? This is the highest peak in Wales, reaching a [...]
