In this episode, today’s guest is Nick Denning.

• Managing Director of Policy Monitor Limited
• An acknowledged relational database expert
• Cybersecurity strategist

With decades of experience in system design, enterprise software, and risk management, Nick’s journey spans from Captain in the Royal Signals to founding Strategic Thought Group, Diegesis, and Policy Monitor — a platform making cybersecurity compliance simple and effective for every business.

In this power-packed conversation, Nick breaks down six critical factors every business leader must master to stay secure, resilient, and ahead of cyber threats. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why doing nothing is your biggest cyber risk
• The real reason small firms are killed off after cyber attacks
• How to turn cybersecurity into a competitive edge
• The six layers of true digital protection
• How to write a smart, workable security policy
• Where small businesses should start (and what to skip)
• Why Cyber Essentials certification matters
• How dashboards and automation simplify compliance
• The smartest ways to manage digital risk without overspending

🔗 Guest Contact Details:

📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]

🔍 Website: https://policymonitor.co.uk | https://diegesis.co.uk

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickdenning/

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