Acronyms and Their Role in Supporting Cyber Security Across the South West

The South West Cyber Resilience Centre was delighted to be part of not one, but two fantastic cyber security focused workshops hosted by one of our valued Community Ambassadors, Acronyms, in partnership with the Cornwall Law Society and the Plymouth Law Society. These events brought together legal professionals from across the South West who share a common goal: strengthening their understanding of cyber security to build cyber resilience for their organisation.

Throughout both sessions, participants explored the most common cyber threats affecting the legal sector and gained important insights into the steps every firm should be taking to improve their defences.

We were also joined by another one of our fantastic Communtiy Ambassadors, Securious, who delivered an engaging talk on the Cyber Essentials certification. Their session highlighted how this simple yet effective scheme can protect firms from the most common cyber threats and why it’s a great starting point for building cyber resilience.  

Adding an element of interactive fun, the SW ROCU (South West Regional Organised Crime Unit) hosted a Cyber Escape Room, giving attendees the chance to put their cyber knowledge to the test in a creative way. It’s always a brilliant reminder that learning about cyber resilience isn’t dull – it can be fun, engaging, and team-focused!

All in all, it was a fantastic few days filled with learning, collaboration, and practical cyber awareness — exactly what cyber resilience in the South West is all about.

The 2026 State of the Region IT Report

We’re also proud to be supporting Acronyms as they prepare the upcoming 2026 State of the Region IT Report. This report is an important initiative designed to give us a clearer picture of the regional IT and cyber landscape. By understanding the challenges, priorities, and opportunities businesses are facing, we can better tailor the support, guidance, and services we offer to them across the South West.

This is where our community can really make a difference. By taking just a few minutes to complete the shot survey, businesses of all sizes can play a crucial role in shaping how we build a more cyber resilient South West.

To take part in the survey, click here.

Your voice really matters. Whether you’re a business leader, IT professional, or decision-maker, your experiences will help us and our partners build a clearer understanding of the region’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities.

Working together for better cyber security in the South West

We believe that collaboration is key to tackling the evolving challenges of cybercrime. Our Community Ambassadors – like Acronyms and Securious – are at the heart of our mission, helping us deliver knowledge, expertise, and inspire businesses to take action on their journey towards cyber resilience. We would like to thank Acronyms, Securious, and SW ROCU, and all the professionals who joined these workshops.

For those who are interested in protecting their business from the threats of cybercrime, you can join us for free today and gain access to free resources and fully funded services that will help you on your way to cyber resilience. You can also contact us with any concerns you may have about your business, and we’ll point you in the right direction!