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Checklists, playbooks and templates built for the depot, not the data centre.

Each download is written from real DefendVista engagements with UK hauliers, 3PLs, warehouses and fleet operators. Print them, hand them to your operations manager and use them tomorrow morning.

PDF · 6 pages

Cyber Incident Response Checklist

A printable, hour-by-hour checklist for the first 24 hours of a cyber incident. Designed for SME leadership teams.

For: Operations directors, IT leads and leadership teams

First-hour containment actions
Named roles, authorities and contact list template
ICO notification decision tree
Customer and staff communication templates
Evidence preservation guidance
Post-incident debrief template

PDF · 14 pages

Cyber Essentials Readiness Guide

A step-by-step guide to passing Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus the first time, with a self-assessment checklist.

For: SMEs preparing for a first or repeat certification

Plain-English summary of the five technical controls
Self-assessment checklist with evidence prompts
Common reasons SMEs fail and how to fix them
Plus assessment preparation guidance
Scope definition template
Sample evidence pack contents list

PDF · 10 pages

Transport and Logistics Cyber Security Checklist

A 50-point cyber security checklist tailored to transport, logistics and warehousing operators.

For: Transport managers, operations directors and IT leads

Identity and access controls for TMS and WMS
Driver app and mobile device guidance
Backup and recovery for operational systems
Finance controls for supplier and fuel card fraud
Supplier and customer assurance questions
Incident readiness quick check

PDF · 16 pages

SME Ransomware Recovery Guide

The decisions, sequencing and stakeholder communications that drive a controlled ransomware recovery.

For: Leadership teams that want to be ready before an incident hits

The first 24 hour playbook
Decision framework for ransom negotiation
Insurer and legal engagement guidance
Customer and ICO communication templates
Hardened rebuild checklist
Post-incident lessons-learned framework

PDF · 22 pages

Business Continuity Planning Template

A fully editable continuity plan template built for operational SMEs, with worked examples for transport and warehousing.

For: Operations directors and continuity owners in operational SMEs

Business impact analysis worksheet
Recovery strategy templates for people, premises and technology
Manual workaround templates for dispatch and shipping
Communication and escalation templates
Tabletop exercise pack
Annual review checklist

PDF · 12 pages

Breach Cost Calculator: Worked Examples

Detailed worked examples of breach costs for UK SMEs across transport, logistics, warehousing and professional services.

For: Board members and finance leads weighing cyber investment

Cost categories and assumptions
Worked example: 50-vehicle haulier
Worked example: mid-size warehousing operator
Worked example: professional services firm
How to use the numbers in board papers

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