Hassle-Free Cyber Accreditation for Easters of Norwich

The Client

Easters of Norwich

Easters of Norwich is a family-run wholesale supplier of fresh produce, dairy, and foodservice goods. Established in 1975, the business has grown to serve over 1,000 products across the hospitality, retail, and education sectors throughout Norfolk and Suffolk, where they have built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service. As the business grew and depended more heavily on digital systems for operations, logistics, and communication, strengthening cybersecurity became a key priority.

The Challenge

Understanding Cyber Risk Exposure

Easters of Norwich initially approached us with the goal of carrying out a cybersecurity audit. While they had solid operational processes in place, they wanted to better understand their exposure to cyber risks and ensure their systems were secure.

Like many growing businesses, they faced a familiar set of challenges:

•  Limited visibility over existing cybersecurity posture
•  Uncertainty around compliance with recognised standards
•  A need for reassurance that systems and data were protected against common threats

Additionally, as a business operating within a supply chain, demonstrating strong cybersecurity practices would help build trust with partners and customers.

The Solution

Achieving Cyber Essentials Certification

To address these concerns, we guided Easters of Norwich through the process of achieving their Cyber Essentials Certification.

We began with a comprehensive pre-assessment of their IT network, using the predefined criteria set out by the Cyber Essentials scheme. This involved evaluating key areas such as:

•  Firewall configuration
•  Secure system setup
•  Access controls
•  Malware protection
•  Patch management

Following the assessment, we identified any areas requiring improvement and ensured all necessary controls were in place. Once the environment aligned with the required standards, we submitted the results to the accreditation body for pre-validation.

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed standard designed to help organisations defend against the most common cyber threats by implementing fundamental security measures. By aligning Easters of Norwich with this framework, we ensured they had a strong baseline of protection.

The Results

Certified and Better Protected

After successfully completing the pre-assessment phase, the application was submitted for full accreditation. Easters of Norwich achieved measurable improvements across security, compliance, and business credibility.

• Full Cyber Essentials Certification: Successfully achieving full accreditation and the award of the Cyber Essentials Gold certificate.
• Improved Security Posture: Strengthened protection across their network, aligned with a recognised government-backed framework.
• Increased Confidence: Greater assurance in their ability to defend against the most common cyber threats facing businesses today.
• Enhanced Credibility: Certification demonstrates a clear commitment to cybersecurity best practices, building trust with customers and supply chain partners.

"After working with Netmatters for several years, we trusted them to help enhance our cyber security strategy. With cyber threats always a concern for businesses, it’s reassuring to know we have their expert team supporting us and giving us peace of mind." – Easters Of Norwich

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