Surviving the Surge - How to Prepare for the Rise in Cybercrime

Cybercrime is escalating at an unprecedented rate, with data breaches and attacks on high-profile organisations making daily headlines. Join us to gain knowledge and skills to protect your organisation and navigate today’s complex cyber landscape.

PIB Client Academy is dedicated to providing insight and advice on a range of areas of risk, guiding you through the different measures that can be taken to help mitigate risk and safeguard your business.

What is covered?

In this session, Steve Cross, PIB Group Technical Director, will explore the latest threats, real-world incidents, and practical steps your business can take to stay protected in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

The session will cover:

• The rise in cybercrime and what it means for UK businesses
• Insights from 2025 cyberattacks on M&S, Co-Op and Harrods, including operational and financial impacts
• Why every organisation, regardless of size or sector must take cybercrime seriously
• How to safeguard your organisation’s data, intellectual property and reputation
• An introduction to CyberPrepare

Who is this aimed at?
This cyber session is valuable to anyone involved in protecting an organisation’s data, systems and operations including Business Owners, Senior Management, IT & Security Teams, H&R and Compliance.

2026 Academies:

Surviving the Surge - How to Prepare for the Rise in Cybercrime	Academy complete	Hemel Hempstead - Holiday Inn
Surviving the Surge - How to Prepare for the Rise in Cybercrime	Academy Postponed	Bristol - Watershed