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Cost & Price Modern Work

How Much Does Microsoft 365 Business Really Cost in 2026?

How much does Microsoft 365 cost in 2026? Discover the real price for SMBs — including licences, hidden costs, and ways to save.

Jan 14 2026

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Cyber Security Potential Problem

Back to Basics: Common Cyber Attacks and How to Reduce Your Risk

Why do cyber attacks still catch businesses out? We explain the most common cyber threats, why they matter, and what UK SMBs can do to reduce risk.

Jan 12 2026

by Steve Hennessy

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Cost & Price Potential Problem

The Legacy Tech Price Rise Is Here: Why Copper Costs More in 2026

Why is legacy tech getting more expensive in 2026? UK businesses on copper services face rising prices, degraded support, and forced change — here’s why.

Jan 07 2026

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Cost & Price Potential Problem

5 Cost Traps That Make Businesses Overpay for Microsoft Azure

Why are businesses overpaying for Microsoft Azure? Discover the 5 cost traps driving high Azure bills — and how to fix them.

Jan 05 2026

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Cost & Price Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Prices Are Rising: How SMBs Can Protect Budgets

Microsoft 365 prices are rising again: what does this mean for SMBs? Learn what’s changing and how to protect your IT budget before July 2026.

Dec 15 2025

by Rachael Helanor

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AI Copilot

Microsoft Cuts AI Costs for SMBs with Copilot for Business

What does Microsoft Copilot for Business mean for SMBs? Discover how the new pricing works, what to watch for, and how to adopt Copilot with confidence.

Dec 03 2025

by Rachael Helanor

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Cost & Price Potential Problem

The Quick-Win Cleanup: Top 4 Areas of Duplicate Spend in SMB IT Stacks

Are you overspending on your SMB IT stack? Discover the top 4 areas of duplicate IT spend and learn how to fix them fast using what you already own.

Dec 01 2025

by James Leyshon

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Potential Problem Modern Work

The 5 Biggest Gaps Hiding in Most M365 Estates — And What to Do About Them

Is your Microsoft 365 still delivering value? Unlock hidden savings, tighten security, and simplify with a quick SmartCheck scan.

Nov 28 2025

by Philip Connor

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AI Copilot

AI Just Got Practical: A Quick Review of Microsoft Ignite 2025

What should UK SMBs take from Microsoft Ignite 2025? Here’s how Copilot, AI agents and Azure upgrades translate into real productivity gains.

Nov 24 2025

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Cyber Security Potential Problem

How Do You Actually Measure Human Risk In Your Business?

How do you measure human risk in your business? Learn how behaviour, access, and awareness shape real risk — and what to track first.

Nov 17 2025

by Callum Archer

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Cyber Security Modern Work

Microsoft Defender Review: Is It Good Enough for Enterprise Security?

Is Microsoft Defender enough for enterprise security? Yes, for many, not for all. See when consolidation pays — and when it risks blind spots.

Oct 31 2025

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Cyber Security Potential Problem

SOC-as-a-Service: Busting the ‘Too Small to Target’ Myth

Is your SMB really too small to target? SOC-as-a-Service proves why that myth is costly — and how to strengthen your cyber security now.

Oct 29 2025