Bondgate IT has been named the Pax8 Beyond 2025 Peak Performance – Cyber Security Partner, recognising the company’s leadership in delivering multi-layered, governance-driven cyber protection across the UK. The award highlights Bondgate IT’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness of cyber resilience — from its partnership with Pax8 to its national recognition through the BBC.
Bondgate IT and Damien Harrison shortlisted for the CyberNorth Awards 2025. Damien is up for Rising Star, and Bondgate IT is in the running for Business or Cyber Team of the Year at #CyberFest on 22 October. Read how Tees Valley talent is shaping cyber resilience across the North East.
On 20 September 2025, the Collins Aerospace cyberattack brought Europe’s airports to a standstill.
From Heathrow to Berlin, check-in desks froze. Baggage systems failed. Passengers queued for hours as flights were cancelled by the hundreds. Brussels Airport even instructed airlines to abandon half of all scheduled departures.
This wasn’t just an IT glitch. The Collins Aerospace cyberattack exposed the fragility of digital supply chains, a wake-up call for every business that relies on third-party systems.
On 14th October 2025, Microsoft will end all support for Windows 10. That means no more security updates, no more patches, and no more official help. For SMEs in the North East, this isn’t just an IT milestone — it’s a business-critical deadline.
Live countdown to Windows 10 end of support:
If you’re unsure what Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) means for your business, this guide breaks it down. From governance and risk management to compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and PART-IS, we explain why GRC matters for UK SMEs in regulated sectors. Read how Bondgate IT can help.
Cybersecurity frameworks like TISAX, VISAR, and ISO 27001 are now required by OEMs including Volkswagen and Mercedes. This post explains what they mean for UK dealerships and how to prepare.
AI tools are transforming business operations, but without a clear usage policy, they also introduce risk. This guide explains how to create a responsible AI usage policy that supports compliance, protects sensitive data, and empowers your team to use AI safely. Learn what to include, how to implement it, and how Bondgate can help you govern tools like ChatGPT and Copilot responsibly.
The New Outlook 2025 is here, and it’s more than just a fresh look. From smarter search and pinned emails to My Day and easy app integrations, these six powerful features can help you save time, stay organised, and boost productivity. Discover how they work, and how Bondgate IT can help you get the most from Microsoft 365.
As of July 30th, 2025, the clock has ticked past the DSPT compliance deadline. If you’re in health, social care, or the non-profit sector, you know it’s like running a marathon every June, juggling forms, chasing signatures, and ticking boxes.
