Cybersecurity Statement
Point 1 Solutions Ltd (company no. 08620353, VAT GB178502786), trading as Compare Your Business Costs,
is committed to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity to protect our systems, data, and customers.
Last updated: 13 January 2026
1. Our Cybersecurity Commitment
Cybersecurity is integral to our business operations.
We protect client and business data through a layered approach combining people, processes, and technology — fully aligned with the
UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) best-practice guidelines.
2. Key Security Principles
- Confidentiality – Data is accessible only to authorised users.
- Integrity – Information is accurate, complete, and safeguarded from alteration.
- Availability – Systems and data are protected from disruption through redundancy and backups.
3. Technical Security Controls
We use industry-standard technologies and practices to secure all systems and digital assets:
- SSL/TLS 1.3 encryption across all websites and services.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative access.
- Regular software updates and patch management.
- 24/7 server monitoring with anomaly detection.
- UK-based, ISO 27001-certified hosting environments.
- Firewall, DDoS mitigation, and intrusion detection systems.
- Encrypted data backups stored in multiple secure UK data centres.
4. Staff Awareness & Training
All employees receive regular cybersecurity awareness training, including password hygiene, phishing prevention, and incident reporting.
Access to systems is strictly role-based and reviewed periodically.
5. Incident Response & Business Continuity
We maintain a comprehensive Incident Response Plan and Business Continuity Framework.
In the event of a cyber incident, affected systems are immediately isolated, assessed, and remediated in line with our
Data Protection Policy and ICO reporting requirements.
6. Third-Party Security
We only work with trusted, GDPR-compliant service providers who meet our security standards.
All third-party vendors sign formal agreements that include confidentiality and data-protection clauses.
7. Compliance & Monitoring
- Annual penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
- Ongoing monitoring for emerging cybersecurity threats.
- Alignment with NCSC Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001 controls.
8. Reporting Security Concerns
We encourage responsible disclosure of any suspected vulnerabilities or threats.
To report a potential issue, please contact our Security Team at:
Email: security@compareyourbusinesscosts.co.uk
Address: Point 1 Solutions Ltd, London, United Kingdom
James Ward is the CEO & Founder of Compare Your Business Costs — a UK-verified comparison platform helping SMEs save money on business broadband, leased lines, phone systems, mobile telecoms, managed services and IT support. With over 10 years of experience in telecoms and technology procurement, James is a trusted UK business expert featured in national media and verified on Companies House.
