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The UK Government’s new Cyber Resilience Pledge marks a major shift in SME cyber security, making Cyber Essentials a commercial requirement across UK supply chains. With £90 million in new funding and mandatory security expectations for large organisations, SMEs must now strengthen their cyber resilience to stay competitive. 101 Data Solutions has been ahead of this trend — as highlighted in our recent feature in Computing Security Magazine — and we’re ready to help businesses meet the new Cyber Essentials standards.

101 Data Solutions has been named a finalist in an incredible 11 categories at the Storage Awards 2026. From enterprise storage and managed services to cyber security and individual leadership recognition, these nominations celebrate the expertise, innovation, and people‑first culture driving our continued success.

101 Data Solutions has been named a finalist in five categories at the Network Computing Awards 2026, recognising our commitment to innovation, customer service, and industry‑leading partnerships. This achievement highlights the strength of our team, our collaboration with Schneider Electric, and the inspirational leadership driving our continued success.

The shift to 47‑day SSL certificates and the looming threat of Q‑Day are reshaping how organisations must secure their digital environments. This article explains what’s changing, why it matters, and how to prepare your business for a future where certificate management and quantum‑safe security are no longer optional.