Blog & Insights Articles from Northdoor

Microsoft and Oracle are investing billions in AI infrastructure. Here’s what that spending signals for investors, enterprise adoption, and cloud competition.

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 support ends 14 July 2026. Learn migration timelines (2-12 months), three migration paths, and why starting in Q1 2025 matters for your organisation.

Beyond the Backup: The new era of ransomware extortion and data theft.

Cloud spend is now the 2nd largest cost for UK IT firms, often hitting 12-18% of revenue. Discover why AI is driving 20%+ of bills and 5 actionable strategies UK CIOs are using to cut costs by 20-30%

Five UK SME IT trends for 2026, covering AI readiness, cyber security, cloud sovereignty, ESG reporting and DORA-driven compliance.

Explore 2026 insurance industry predictions, from Blueprint Two delays to AI adoption, sanctions compliance, and cybersecurity. Learn how insurers can prepare for change

Discover the top IT security predictions for 2026 from AI-first cyber defence and automated Zero Trust ecosystems to supply chain resilience and quantum-resistant encryption. Learn how regulations…[ ]

We answer the most pressing questions about conversational BI, from implementation challenges to future trends. Discover how AI is transforming business intelligence and what leaders need to know.

Explore 2025’s financial data breach statistics and AI security risks. Learn proven strategies to strengthen cyber resilience in finance.

Discover expert answers to the most common questions about the 2025 Cloudflare outage, hidden dependencies, and how to strengthen digital resilience for your busiess.

From 28 January 2026, the UK Sanctions List will replace the OFSI Consolidated List as the single source for sanctions data. Learn how Northdoor’s Sanctions Checker helps you stay compliant.

Discover the UK’s new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, its surprising changes, and how it impacts businesses. Learn about new responsibilities, stricter timelines, and significant penalties.

Discover the real IT support costs SME businesses face beyond basic salaries. Our detailed analysis reveals hidden expenses, compares in-house vs outsourced options, and shows why most small…[ ]

Discover how IBM Power and Storage Expert Care reduces downtime, boosts resilience, and protects mission-critical IT systems.

Cyber breaches are inevitable. Learn why response not prevention, defines business survival.

Discover how IBM multivendor support services help reduce VMware and Oracle costs, avoid vendor lock-in, and future-proof IT infrastructure.

Discover the truth about passwordless authentication. Learn about the real vulnerabilities, fallback challenges and why passwords aren’t dead.

Join our data warehousing webinar to discover practical strategies on how modern architectures improve agility, governance, and ROI.

Tesco’s £100M lawsuit over VMware licensing exposes major risks. Learn what it means for your business and how to protect your IT strategy.

Explore expert answers to common cloud hosting questions from Northdoor’s Dominic Green. Learn about types, security, costs, and migration strategies for UK businesses.

Discover how human factors in cyber security and emotional decision-making impact your organisation’s vulnerability to attacks. Take our free phishing security test today.

Supply chain breaches cost UK CISOs £241,620 more. Shadow AI accounts for 20% of breaches. Learn how to reduce data breach costs in 2025.

VMware vSphere 7 support ends October 2025, vSphere 8 in October 2027. Prevent security risks & costs. Contact Northdoor for transition planning.

Tom Richards shares practical insights on overcoming today’s IT infrastructure modernisation challenges, covering legacy system updates, storage strategies, compliance, and hybrid IT environments.

SMBs are a big market for cyber insurance sales, but underwriters need a clear view of risk to price accurately. Learn how.

Discover how to integrate cybersecurity into your business continuity plan. Learn best practices, risk management strategies, and protect against cyber attacks. Expert guidance from Northdoor

Learn to defend captcha scams. Protect your personal data with expert cybersecurity tips on avoiding fake CAPTCHA attacks.

UK charities face 924,000 cybercrimes annually. Learn how to protect donor data and strengthen security with limited resources.

Discover How Red Hat Enterprise Linux can standardise your IT Environment, offering enterprise-grade support, security and cloud readiness.

Discover how Azure security protects your business data in the cloud. Learn best practices for robust cloud security and data protection.

Ensure your hybrid cloud delivers optimal performance with strategies to tackle integration challenges, manage costs, & maintain compliance.

Learn how Microsoft Azure makes enterprise-grade solutions accessible, scalable, and secure for businesses of all sizes.

Discover the escalating cybercrime threat and challenges faced by regulated industries, and the proactive measures to fortify cyber security.

Learn about Quishing, the emerging QR code phishing threat that’s alarming cybersecurity experts. Download the Quishing report.

Discover 10 steps to adopt AI while safeguarding sensitive data. Learn safe implementation strategies, regulatory insight, and expert guidance

Learn how to protect your organisation from data exfiltration over email with AI-driven detection methods and best practices.

2025 will test the insurance sector’s ability to adapt and innovate. Stuart’s insights highlight the importance of embracing technology to tackle challenges like Blueprint Two, cyber security, and…[ ]

Explore key technology trends for 2025, including advancements in cyber security, AI-powered computing & regulatory shifts.

Explore the top tech trends of 2025: the rise of multi-cloud strategies, AI in the workplace, and the implementation of Zero Trust in enterprises. Understand their impact on business efficiency,…[ ]

Learn how impersonation phishing attacks surged in 2024, with cybercriminals using advanced tactics and AI-powered toolkits.

How financial institutions are preparing for upcoming new regulation, DORA, using clean rooms as a recovery approach for their critical IBM Power Systems

Learn why Starling Bank was fined £29m for financial sanction failures and how banks can improve their financial sanctions screening.

NIS2 is the single most comprehensive cyber security legislation to date. Find out what it means for your organisation and how Microsoft solutions can help.

Data breaches in the financial industry cost an average of $6.08M. Learn about common attack vectors & AI’s role in cyber security.

Maximise your cybersecurity investment by partnering with experts who can simplify your security stack, reduce vendor complexity, & cut costs.

Learn about the rising cost of healthcare data breaches & measures needed to safeguard sensitive data. Learn why healthcare is a prime target.

Understanding the new VMware pricing model: a comprehensive guide to the impact of VMware’s pricing changes, strategies to manage costs, and evaluating alternatives for your IT infrastructure.

Discover the five crucial focus areas for enhancing your security operations. Learn how to assess risks and build strategic partnerships.

Learn how to safeguard your business against Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks with the latest guidance from NCSC. Implement strategies to protect your data and ensure business continuity.

Despite the Blueprint Two delay, companies in the Lloyd’s and London market should continue their digital transformation efforts. Learn why this pause shouldn’t halt progress.