Small and medium businesses (SMBs) with lean IT and security teams, or without dedicated teams at all, suffer similar cybersecurity challenges to their larger peers and competitors with extensive budgets and an army of security and risk management professionals. This is why we partner with the Cybersecurity Advisory team of Bitdefender, who has designed a service that simplifies cybersecurity without compromising on effectiveness. C.R.E.W. (Cybersecurity Review Essentials Workshop) provides SMBs with a practical, right‑sized, and cost‑efficient way to understand their cybersecurity posture, identify the gaps that matter most, take immediate action, and build company‑wide security awareness.
Cyberattacks on SMBs Are Rising SMBs are facing more cyber threats than ever. A recent survey by Mastercard of 5,000 SMB owners shows 46% have experienced a cyberattack, and shockingly, 1 in 5 were forced to file for bankruptcy because of it. Despite these risks, many SMBs still believe they are “too small to target.” But cyber criminals do not care about an organization’s size, whether large or small, their primary objective is financial gain, often achieved by exploiting sensitive or valuable data.
Small businesses often operate with:
- Outdated or insufficient security controls.
- Improper handling of sensitive data.
- Weak governance and unclear processes.
- Limited staff using shared devices and basic tools.
- Poor access control and oversight.
Without proper security hygiene or clear processes, these small problems can grow quietly and later become costly security incidents.
So Where Should SMBs Begin?
With limited teams and tight budgets, it’s easy to assume that improving cybersecurity is not affordable and requires buying expensive tools or building complex systems. In fact, the most important first step is much simpler: understanding your current security posture, educating employees on basic cyber hygiene, and enabling security functions in already existing systems.
Why C.R.E.W.?
While many cybersecurity frameworks are overwhelming or designed for large enterprises, C.R.E.W. is tailored specifically for smaller organizations, adapting cybersecurity best practices into simple, actionable steps:
- Start with a 1-2 hour self-assessment questionnaire.
- Join a workshop with your key person from IT, Operations, HR, Engineering, or anyone involved in day-to-day processes.
- Receive a clear, actionable report outlining priorities, risks, and recommended next steps.
- Use the executive summary from the report to build company-wide security awareness.
C.R.E.W. reviews essential cybersecurity domains, including:
- Asset Management
- User Access Control
- Secure Configuration
- Malware Protection
- Incident Response
- Security Update Management
- Network Security
- Backup and Resilience
- Security Awareness
We don’t just hand over a report. We help you identify your gaps clearly, reduce risks quickly, and spend your cybersecurity budget wisely.
Part of the sample C.R.E.W. report.
With C.R.E.W., SMBs can:
✅ Take immediate practical cybersecurity actions.
✅ Build a cyber-risk-aware culture across the company.
✅ Gain visibility into their overall security posture.
An unexpected, but welcomed, side effect is often cost optimization and improved operational efficiency, driven by reduced licensing costs and the removal of unused accounts and resources.
If you’re unsure about your cybersecurity posture, now is the perfect time to see what C.R.E.W. can bring to your small business.
📞 Reach out today – let us show you how C.R.E.W. makes cybersecurity simpler, smarter, and more achievable for SMBs.