What if the biggest risk to your business isn’t lurking in the unknown, but hiding in plain sight, right in your IT setup? For many Scottish businesses, cyber security feels like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole. New threats pop up and budgets stretch ever thinner. But here’s the twist: the most powerful defence isn’t another gadget or software licence. It’s the strength and quality of your IT…
Cloud Compliance in Scotland – Why It Matters and How to Get It Right Why Resilience Matters – Lessons from AWS On 20 October 2025, a major outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) disrupted operations for a wide range of organisations, including HMRC, the Financial Times, Netflix, Slack, and leading e-commerce platforms. The incident…
October Welcome to Lugo Lingo! We’re thrilled to launch the first edition of Lugo Lingo, your monthly newsletter. From critical updates like the Windows 10 end-of-support to thought-provoking stories on AI, cyber crime, and innovation in Scotland, we’ve got you covered. You are welcome to share this with your broader team or let them subscribe…
IT refresh plan: keep your people productive, your data secure, and your budget predictable In a fast‑moving digital world, the kit you bought a few years ago won’t cut it forever. An IT refresh plan keeps your people working faster, your risk lower, and your costs under control — with fewer surprises and more structure.…
Why You Need Secure AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a key part of how businesses operate. From automating routine tasks to providing valuable insights, AI is changing the way we work. However, with great power comes great responsibility. As AI becomes more integrated into our daily lives, ensuring its security is more important than…
Cookies: Why You Should Clear Them Regularly Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device by websites to remember your preferences, login details, and browsing history. While cookies can be helpful, it’s important to clear them regularly to protect your privacy, security and keep your device running smoothly. Here’s why you should make…
Cyber Security is Everyone’s Problem – What Can Your Organisation Do? Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue—it’s a business resilience issue. Every organisation, from accountancy firms and housing associations to SMEs, is at risk from cyber threats that are becoming more sophisticated and frequent. At Lugo, we attended the Supplier Development Programme’s…
Enhancing Productivity and Security with Microsoft 365 Copilot During our event AI and Cyber Security Strategies with Microsoft Copilot for CyberScotland Week 2025, various aspects of Microsoft 365 Copilot were discussed, highlighting its potential to enhance productivity and security within organisations. This article summarises the key points and insights shared during the meeting, providing a comprehensive…
Key Changes in Cyber Essentials Requirements for 2025 and How to Prepare In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, keeping up with cyber security standards is essential to protecting sensitive data and ensuring business continuity. The Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus schemes, backed by the UK government, provide a clear framework to help organisations enhance…
