What is cybersecurity for businesses?
Cybersecurity is the protection of computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data against malicious attacks. It is also known as information technology security or electronic information security. We divide cybersecurity for businesses into three key areas: IT Security Solutions, Cybersecurity Plan and Data Security.
Cybercriminals rarely leave visible traces
The VLAIO grant provides support for structural cybersecurity resilience.
As an accredited partner of VLAIO, Alistar—in collaboration with Cyberwise—helps you make the most of this grant and roll out a future-proof cybersecurity plan.
The Importance of Cybersecurity and the Role of a CISO
Business Continuity
The worst-case scenario that every manager wants to avoid is having to shut down the company for a period of time because, for example, systems have been hacked or data has been encrypted. A IT Security Strategy enhances business continuity.
Risk Mitigation
In addition to the immediate risks of a cyberattack, there are also long-term risks such as damage to your reputation, loss of customers, and data loss. Minimize these risks by focusing on the right IT Security Solutions.
Costs of a Data Breach
If you think good IT security is expensive, just imagine the cost of poor security. The average cost of a successful cyberattack on unprepared companies with between 50 and 250 employees is around 150,000 euros. With the right backups, recovery plan, and processes in place, this cost drops exponentially.
Employee Satisfaction
No frustrated employees lining up at the IT help desk because of difficult login screens, annoying “are you a robot?” puzzles, and confusing portals. No delays or technical VPN issues that hinder their work. The feeling that their work is valuable and not just at risk.
Trust in proven security technology!
Our cybersecurity team uses proven IT Security Solutions which are updated every day. We take care of everything for you with a Cybersecurity-as-a-Service (CSaaS) approach.
E-book: Security Six Strategy
Learn more about the 6 pillars of a strong cybersecurity strategy. Discover common risks and hacker techniques. You’ll also learn the best ways to protect yourself—from quick fixes to professional security advice.

Improve Your Cybersecurity with This Step-by-Step Guide
Audit
To meet the specific needs of each company, we first assess those needs. This can be done using a general security audit or one audit per pillar.
Strategy
Based on the audit, a comprehensive strategy can be developed. This document will serve as the guiding principle for the entire cybersecurity policy.
Implementation
Once the security policy Once that is done, implementation can begin. The appropriate products are selected, and implementation takes place.
Checkup
Regularly checking the implementations ensures that everything is up to date and correct. This way, you’ll keep your cybersecurity strategy up-to-date, comprehensive, and validated.
Run a free email threat scan
A lot of trouble comes in through email. Our free Email Threat Scan identifies weaknesses and vulnerabilities in your email security.


How healthy is your IT environment?
Give your IT environment a thorough health check—before things go wrong. Request a free audit, and we’ll assess your organization’s current IT situation: infrastructure, software, security, backups, work processes, and more.
This audit has a market value of €1,250, but you'll get it completely free. A unique opportunity to have your IT system scanned at no cost and with no obligations!
Our Modern Work team is here to help you
Alistar is a Microsoft Certified Partner and has a team of experienced business consultants, engineers, and experts who are happy to guide you through the entire process. Our goal is to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Jo Geeraerts
Sales Manager, Modern Work
+32 (0)9 329 93 06
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