Why outsourcing cyber security makes good business sense

With more and more dependence on technology today, cyberattacks have never been more devious and tenacious than they are today. Medium businesses across industries like manufacturing, logistics, wholesale, agriculture, and construction have too much to lose by getting it wrong.

For most businesses, cyber security remains a matter that can be dealt with internally or "put off” - until it is too late. The truth is todays cyberattacks aren’t just targeting large businesses. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are in fact the most vulnerable, with less money and fewer internal specialists to properly protect themselves.

And how do you protect your business without breaking the entire bank account or establishing a complete IT security department? Solution: Outsourcing.

Why outsource cyber security?

Think of it like maintaining your company vehicles - you wouldn’t trust someone untrained to do the job. The same logic applies to cyber security: it requires a specialist.

The following are five reasons why increasing NZ businesses are outsourcing:

1. Expertise and Experience: Cyber security experts are trained to detect, filter, and respond to a constant threat landscape. They have the tools, credentials, and up-to-date skills that staff members usually do not have the time and budget to keep up with.
2. Cost-Effective Protection: It may be prohibitively expensive for mid-sized businesses to employ and sustain an in-house security team. Outsourcing provides enterprise-level protection without the costs.
3. 24/7 Monitoring and Response: Cyber threats don’t clock out at 5pm. Outsourced services provide continuous monitoring and threat response, ensuring that your systems are protected around the clock.
4. Access to Advanced Tools: Modern cyber defense requires sophisticated technology — from vulnerability scanning to endpoint protection. Outsourced providers bring these tools to the table as part of their service offering.
5. Simplified Compliance: Whether it's industry compliance, privacy procedures, or internal policies, outsourced cyber security partners keep your business in line with compliance requirements, reducing risk and improving business continuity.

Introducing NecSec - A smarter, better cyber security package

Nectar Group knows what New Zealand businesses need - real protection, without over-the-top complications. That's why we developed NecSec, our one-stop-shop cyber security package specifically for SMEs.

What is NecSec?

NecSec is the leading SME-security suite on the market, committed to actively protecting your online environment. Featuring more than 130 precautions, NecSec offers enhanced protection beyond IG1 baseline compliance solutions - and is CIS IG2 compliant.

Key Features of NecSec Are:

  Top-Flight Endpoint & Cloud Protection
  24/7 Endpoint & Infrastructure Monitoring
  Malware, Ad-Blocking, Content Filtering
 Email Phishing Campaigns, User Awareness Training
  Password Handling
  Application Handling
  Vulnerability Detection and Management
  Endpoint Backup and Recovery
  Ongoing Framework Alignment and Reporting

For New Zealand Businesses

Whether you handle sensitive customer data, logistics operations, or assist complex supply chains, NecSec has been constructed with your business model in focus. We specialize in three essential areas that make the greatest impact:

• Custom Solutions for SMEs: Robust, budget-friendly security that lets your business flourish without taking on excessive risks.
• Proactive Threat Monitoring: Real-time detection and quick response features that keep your systems safe without impacting operations.
• Compliance & Risk Management: We simplify meeting regulatory needs, protecting sensitive information, and upholding customer confidence.
  

Protect what matters most

Cyber threats are not a question of if, but when. Selecting NecSec is selecting peace of mind - ensuring your business is looked after by local experts, employing globally accepted standards and tools.

Let's focus on keeping your business insured, so you can focus on what you excel at: making it grow.

Ready to take the first step toward better protection? Book a free consultation or explore the full NecSec package.