Resource Hub
Your go-to destination for practical IT insight, expert advice and real-world success stories, the Apex Resource Hub brings together our downloadable content, case studies, IT hints and tips, and educational videos all in one place.
Whether you're looking for actionable cyber security advice, helpful technology guidance, proof of how we support businesses in the real world, or easy-to-digest tips, this Hub is designed to help you learn, explore and make more informed IT decisions.
All Resources
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The Modern Workplace Toolkit for SMEs
A forward-looking guide exploring how SMEs can build a modern workplace that improves collaboration, reduces day-to-day friction and supports secure growth in 2026. It looks beyond tools alone to cover structure, hybrid working, Microsoft 365 optimisation, AI readiness and the foundations needed to help teams work smarter, faster and more securely.
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IT Support Provider Comparison Template
A side-by-side comparison template to help SMEs assess IT support providers more objectively, using evidence rather than sales claims alone. It covers key areas including operating model fit, commercial transparency, proactive service, security, reporting, project delivery and references, making it easier to compare options and spot gaps.
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Why Are Costs Suddenly Rising for Hardware and Data?
Jon explains why the cost of laptops, desktops, servers and upgrades is rising, with RAM shortages and AI-driven demand putting pressure on supply and pricing. It also shares what businesses can do to stay ahead, from planning refreshes earlier and prioritising critical replacements to choosing specs that will last longer.
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Shadow AI Action Plan for SME Leaders
A clear action plan for leaders looking to reduce Shadow AI risk while still supporting safe, productive AI adoption across the business. It explains why blocking AI is rarely the answer, and outlines practical steps around visibility, policy, approved tools, education, governance and low-risk use cases.
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Industry Series: AI Adoption
A series of tailored guidance for businesses exploring AI adoption in real-world environments, with practical use cases, prompt playbooks and sector-specific watch-outs across legal, finance, professional services, manufacturing, technology, property and construction, and creative industries. It is designed to help leaders understand where AI can create value quickly, how to reduce risk, and how to introduce AI in a more structured, secure and commercially useful way.
- Manufacturing and Engineering
- Accounting and Finance
- Creative and Media Agencies
- Legal Services and Solicitors
- Professional Services
- Property and Construction
- Technology
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Guide to Talking to Your Team About AI
A conversation guide for business owners and senior leaders on how to talk to teams about AI in a way that builds openness, trust and safer adoption. It covers how to introduce the topic without resistance, the right questions to ask, and how better conversations can lead to clearer guidance, stronger visibility and more confident use of AI at work.
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Video Series: Cyber Security Tips from our Experts
A series of short expert videos sharing practical cyber security advice for SMEs, covering topics such as phishing, cyber security investment, building a stronger security stack and the risks linked to remote and hybrid working. It gives businesses clear, accessible insight from the Apex team to help improve awareness and strengthen day-to-day protection.
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Cyber Hygiene Checklist
Cyber attacks on UK SMEs are rising sharply. Are your daily, weekly, monthly and annual cyber security habits strong enough to protect your business? Our Cyber Hygiene Checklist gives you a simple way to spot gaps and build a stronger defence - starting today.
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Infographic: Why Cyber Security Matters Now
A sharp snapshot of why cyber security should be a priority for SMEs right now, highlighting the scale of current threats, the growing cost of attacks and the areas where many businesses remain under-prepared. It reinforces the need for stronger protection against phishing, ransomware, remote access risks and supply chain vulnerabilities.
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Quiz: Can You Spot The Phish?
An interactive phishing quiz that challenges users to spot the real email among four examples, helping build awareness of common red flags such as fake domains, urgency tactics and suspicious sender details. It turns cyber security training into a simple, engaging exercise that reinforces safer day-to-day email habits.
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Infographic: Simple Cyber Security Steps for SMEs
An infographic that explains why cyber security matters for Greater Manchester SMEs, from the financial and operational impact of attacks to the everyday steps businesses can take to reduce risk. It highlights the role of leadership, shared responsibility and simple actions like strong passwords, MFA, updates, phishing awareness and secure backups.
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Remote Working Cyber Security Guide for SMEs
Our Remote Working Cyber Security Guide for SMEs gives you the practical steps you need to protect your people, your data, and your reputation - without making IT complicated.
Sentinel Cyber Digital Magazine
Our Cyber Awareness Month roundup magazine - Sentinel - brings together expert insights from Apex and leading industry voices, real-world case studies, practical tips, and actionable advice to help your business stay secure.
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Switching Made Simple Guide
A friendly guide for businesses thinking about changing IT provider, this resource explains how to make the switch with less stress, less disruption and more confidence. It covers the warning signs of poor support, busts common switching myths, and walks through Apex’s onboarding process from first conversation to go-live.
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Protecting Against Email Attacks Approach
A focused guide outlining five sensible steps SMEs can take to reduce email-based attacks without making day-to-day work harder, from tightening DMARC and Microsoft 365 controls to improving reporting culture and finance verification processes. It is designed to help businesses strengthen protection against spoofing, phishing and payment fraud while keeping the user experience workable.
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Cyber Insights Part 1: Are You Truly Secure?
Paul shares his perspective on why cyber security matters more than ever for UK businesses, particularly as phishing attacks, device access threats and data exposure continue to rise. It reinforces the idea that cyber security is no longer just an IT issue, but a board-level responsibility that needs to be embedded into everyday business thinking.
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Cyber Insights Part 2: Is Your Cyber Security Strategy Enough?
Paul shares some of the most common cyber security mistakes businesses make, from underinvesting in the basics to overlooking staff awareness and layered protection. It also introduces the value of starting with strong foundations and explains how Apex Cyber Security Sphere helps provide more joined-up, end-to-end protection.
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Cyber Insights Part 3: Are You Truly Secure?
Paul explains how Apex Cyber Security Sphere delivers value to customers by taking a more joined-up, hands-off approach to protection and response. It highlights the benefit of having the right tools, expertise and processes working together in the background so businesses can strengthen security without adding more day-to-day pressure to internal teams.
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Cyber Ready Webinar Slides: October 2025
A webinar presentation exploring the real cyber threats facing SMEs today and the trends expected to shape 2026, including phishing, ransomware, cloud misconfigurations and AI-driven fraud. It also shares priority actions businesses can take now to strengthen resilience, alongside an overview of Apex’s Cyber Security Sphere and wider support resources.
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Video: Apex Cyber Security Sphere
A short overview of Apex Cyber Security Sphere, showcasing it as a fully managed cyber security solution designed to protect businesses through proactive monitoring, expert management and a carefully selected stack of security technologies. It highlights the wider business value too, from stronger protection and compliance support to greater peace of mind and less day-to-day security burden for internal teams.
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Windows 11 Upgrade Readiness Checklist
A concise checklist to help businesses prepare for a smooth Windows 11 upgrade, covering device compatibility, software readiness, backups, hardware planning and team communication. It highlights the key checks to complete before migration so you can reduce disruption and move to Windows 11 with more confidence.
Windows 10 End-of-Life FAQs
A series of short FAQ videos from the Apex team answering common questions about Windows 10 end-of-life, including the risks of delaying your upgrade, Windows 11 compatibility, and the practical steps businesses should take before the October 2025 deadline. They are designed to give Greater Manchester SMEs clear, straightforward guidance on planning a smoother, lower-risk move to Windows 11.
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Firewall or Freefall? Cyber Security Firewall Checklikst
A clear, easy-to-use checklist that helps businesses assess whether their firewall is delivering the protection, visibility and performance they need. It highlights common warning signs of outdated or under-managed firewall setups and the next steps to improve security.
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Ready or Not: Windows 10 is Coming to End-of-Life
A practical guide to preparing for Windows 10 end-of-life, this resource explains the risks of staying on unsupported systems, the benefits of moving to Windows 11, and the steps businesses should take to plan a smooth transition before 14 October 2025. It also outlines how Apex can support organisations with compatibility assessments, rollout planning, hardware refreshes and hands-on migration support.
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Checklist: Real-Life Situations Your MSP Should Pass
A quick scorecard designed to help businesses assess whether their current IT provider is truly delivering when it matters most, from outages and cyber threats to staff changes, lost devices and strategic advice. It uses five real-world scenarios to highlight what good support looks like and where gaps in service may be putting your business at risk.
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Checklist: Make Switching Simple
Your simple checklist to help businesses prepare for changing IT providers by reviewing their current setup, contract terms, systems, access requirements and migration plans, while showing how Apex can support a smoother, lower-stress switch.
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Essentials Checklist for Remote/Hybrid Working
A clear checklist covering the essential steps SMEs should take to secure remote and hybrid working, from MFA and business VPNs to device management, patching, staff training and backups. It helps businesses strengthen day-to-day security and reduce the risks that come with flexible working.
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A-Z of Cyber Security
Here, we outline the most important and relevant cyber security elements for you and your business. This concise guide is relevant to all business employees, so feel free to forward to colleagues.
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What to Look for in the Right IT Service Provider
Working with the right IT service provider gives you access to a dedicated team of technology experts who can monitor your IT infrastructure around the clock, saving you time and resources. In this guide we teach you all the qualities to look.
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Your Ultimate Cyber Security Handbook
A practical guide to today’s biggest cyber security threats, this eBook covers risks such as phishing, ransomware, remote access vulnerabilities, compromised endpoints and cloud security challenges, while explaining why strong cyber protection matters for every business. It also outlines the benefits of a fully managed security stack and how Apex supports businesses with monitoring, endpoint protection, firewalls, training and rapid-response cyber security services.
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The 7 Critical Factors Every Manufacturing Firm Should Prioritise
In this guide we discuss how to reduce internal IT overheads by outsourcing to an IT support provider who can handle all your IT needs. Apex Computing will manage, monitor and update all your IT support needs to ensure that everything is running smoothly.
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IT Challenges in Education
A practical guide to the biggest IT challenges facing the education sector, from outdated equipment and budget pressures to connectivity, remote learning and cyber security. It also shows how Apex helps schools, academies and universities build more reliable, secure and cost-effective IT environments.
