Cyber Essentials: A Simple Way to Add Value and Build Trust

Michael Tunstall

June 6, 2025

Cyber Essentials: A Simple Way to Add Value and Build Trust

As a Channel Host partner, you’re already helping your clients stay protected. But when it comes to cyber security, many of your clients are still missing one vital piece: certification.

That’s where Cyber Essentials comes in.

Why Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps businesses of all sizes guard against the most common cyber threats. But it’s not just about better protection – it’s a tangible certification that proves to customers, suppliers, and insurers that your client takes cyber security seriously.

With threats increasing and supply chains under scrutiny, more businesses are demanding Cyber Essentials certification as a baseline requirement.

This presents a huge opportunity for you.

Here’s what you get by offering Cyber Essentials through Channel Host:

  • A fully managed certification process – We handle everything, from start to finish.

  • No technical headaches – We guide your client through the questions, helping them make any changes needed.

  • Three levels of support – From Assessment Only to Fully Managed.

  • Cyber Essentials PLUS available too – For those that need a higher level of assurance.

  • Partner pricing and branded resources – So you can market the service as your own.

Why now?

Cyber Essentials isn't just a checkbox anymore – it's quickly becoming a must-have for tenders, contracts, and insurance policies. Many small businesses simply don’t have the time or knowledge to get certified alone. That’s where you come in.

With our support as a certifying body, you don’t need to become an expert yourself. You just need to introduce us – we’ll do the heavy lifting.

Ready to add more value to your services?

You can offer Cyber Essentials as a low-effort, high-trust add-on to your existing security stack. It’s a simple way to deepen your relationship with clients, build credibility, and boost recurring revenue.

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