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All the latest news and opinion on all things business technology, fresh from the Columbus HQ.
Mar 03 2026
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The importance of Cyber Essentials for small businesses

By Cyber Essentials
Small businesses are no longer “too small” to be targeted.   In fact, cyber criminals increasingly focus on SMEs because they often lack formal security controls, yet still handle valuable data, payments, and client information. One successful phishing email or ransomware attack can halt operations overnight. ➡️ That’s why Cyber Essentials certification matters. Backed by the UK Government’s National Cyber…
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Feb 06 2026
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Columbus UK promoted to CyberSmart Growth Partner

By Partnerships
Columbus UK's partnership with CyberSmart goes from strength to strength   Great news for our team! We’re proud to announce that Columbus UK has been awarded CyberSmart Growth Partner status. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to helping organisations strengthen their cyber resilience and take practical, achievable steps toward better cybersecurity. As a CyberSmart Growth Partner, we’re even better placed…
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Feb 06 2026
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We are on the lookout for our next IT modern apprentice

By Modern Apprenticeships
Investment in Apprenticeships at Columbus UK continues   IT Support Help Desk Apprentice Company: Columbus UK Location: Milngavie Enterprise Centre, Glasgow, G62 8PH Salary: £18,000 per annum Contract Type: Full-Time, Apprentice About Columbus UK Columbus UK is a leading, independent, UK Managed Service Provider based in Glasgow, delivering IT, Cyber Security, Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband services to the UK business…
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Mar 10 2023
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Cameron Stevenson at Columbus UK wins QA Scotland Tech Apprentice of the Year 2023

By IT Services
Investment in Apprenticeships at Columbus UK highlighted in national awards ceremony We are delighted to announce that Cameron Stevenson at Columbus UK has won the QA Scottish Tech Apprentice of the Year Award for 2023! The awards ceremony took place at the Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow on Tuesday 7th March with over 140 attendees from businesses across Scotland. Cameron's…
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Oct 04 2022
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KnowBe4 ranked as the top Security Awareness Training Platform

By Cyber Security
KnowBe4 Ranked as the number one Security Awareness Training Platform for the 10th Consecutive Quarter The latest G2 Grid Report compares Security Awareness Training vendors based on user reviews, customer satisfaction, popularity and market presence. Based on over 695 G2 customer reviews, KnowBe4 is the top ranked security awareness training platform with 99% of users rating 4 or 5 stars,…
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Aug 24 2022
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Apple security flaw – update your Apple devices

By Cyber Security
Apple security vulnerabilities Apple security flaws have recently been identified and if you own apple devices you need to take action. You may have seen in the news over the weekend that Apple has identified two significant security vulnerabilities in its operating systems (this covers iPadOS, iOS and macOS). One of the software weaknesses affects the kernel, the deepest layer…
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Jul 15 2022
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KnowBe4 Named a Leader in The Forrester Wave for Security Awareness and Training Solutions

By Cyber Security
Knowbe4 named leader in the Forrester Wave KnowBe4 has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Security Awareness and Training Solutions, Q1 2022. Using a 30-criteria evaluation, the Forrester Wave report ranks 11 vendors in the security awareness and training market based on their current offering, strategy, and market presence. KnowBe4 received the highest scores possible in 16 of…
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Apr 15 2022
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Horizon Apps for UK’s leading Business VoIP and UC System get new release

By Business VoIP, Hosted Phone Systems, Unified Communications
Horizon Apps for UK's leading Business VoIP and UC System get major refresh We are delighted to announce an exciting new release for our Horizon Apps which are part of the Horizon hosted phone system from Columbus UK. The Horizon Business VoIP and UC Apps are being refreshed to bring a significantly improved customer experience. The new release covers the…
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Jan 27 2021
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Columbus UK is featured in Business Scotland Magazine

Columbus UK featured in Business Scotland Magazine

By Columbus UK, COVID-19, IT Services
Columbus UK featured in Business Scotland Magazine Columbus UK, a Dunbartonshire Chamber Member celebrated their 25th Anniversary by supporting other businesses through the Covid-19 crisis. Columbus UK got behind the Dunbartonshire Chamber’s “TogetherForBusiness” campaign that brought a host of businesses together to provide support and advice free of charge. Columbus UK, a Managed Service Provider, offered to help members and…
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Jun 11 2020
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CAT S61 Smartphone features an integrated FLIR thermal imaging system which can be used for elevated screen temperature screening.

Cat S61 Smartphone provides role in COVID-19 temperature screening

By Business Mobile, COVID-19
Cat S61 Smartphone with integrated FLIR thermal imaging system provides role in elevated skin temperature screening. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to extraordinary times. Governments across the globe are in the midst of monitoring  the impact of the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions. Whilst effective contact tracing will be key to help prevent the spread of further COVID-19 infections and…
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