Press coverage
Espria are regularly featured in trade and specialist publications who want to share our insights with their readers.
Managed IT Mag: "Managed Detection and Response (MDR): SMEs Can’t Afford to Wait for an Attack"
IT Pro: "Are Your Virtualized Environments Secure?"
Insurance Edge: "Predictions 2026: Let’s Look at AI, Cyber and Supply Chain Threats"
Brian Sibley, Virtual CTO at Espria, warns that AI-driven attacks, supply chain risks and stricter insurance demands will define 2026. Security must be embedded, automated and adaptive, not revisited once a year.
TechRadar: "Building a Security-First Framework Against Evolving Cyberthreats"
As UK network and cloud security evolves, businesses face growing cyber threats and tighter regulations. The old model of selling security as an add-on is over, MSPs must become true security partners, delivering measurable resilience.
European Business Magazine: "Regulated and Left Behind: Digital Transformation is Failing in Compliance-Heavy Sectors"
AI offers huge growth potential for the UK, but compliance-heavy sectors like finance, legal and healthcare risk falling behind. The answer? Compliance-led transformation, where technology drives efficiency, resilience and regulatory confidence.
Technology Reseller News: "Why the Traditional MSP Model is Failing Mid-Market Businesses"
The traditional MSP model no longer meets the needs of mid-sized businesses with strategic IT teams. UK companies now require partners that enhance internal capabilities and deliver specialist skills for both stability and transformation.
Channel Futures: "MSP Model ‘No Longer Fit for Purpose'"
Is the traditional MSP model broken? Stephen Cook of Espria argues that co-managed IT is the future for mid-sized businesses. With rising cybersecurity threats and evolving tech demands, he says legacy MSPs are lacking flexibility and the right expertise.
SME Today: "Too Many Tools? Tech Overload – A Hidden Threat to Productivity"
UK SMEs are investing in tech like never before, but fragmented adoption is creating inefficiencies. Stephen Cook of Espria highlights how poor integration and lack of training can turn promising platforms into productivity blockers.
Digitalisation World: “Espria Hosts SOC Simulation Event to Tackle Cyber Threats"
Scheduled for 7th October at the iconic Churchill War Rooms, this immersive experience is designed for IT and finance/operational leaders to witness firsthand the dynamics of a cybersecurity breach.
Computer Weekly: “Cyber Insurance Emerging as a Compliance Factor"
Espria has added its voice to concerns that growing numbers of firms are going to fall foul of the demands of the insurance industry
Computer Weekly: “Espria Urges Education Providers to Prepare for Windows 10 End-Of-Life”
From a security perspective, the option of remaining with an operating system that has had its support ended is not one we would recommend.
Beta news: "SMEs Need to Get a Grip on Their Cloud Costs"
Brian Sibley, Virtual CTO at Espria, says clear and concise billing models for the cloud are needed for a wholly comprehensive understanding and urges businesses to urgently assess their MS Azure subscriptions to reduce costs and improve services.
The Educator UK Magazine: "Changing the Security Culture in Schools Starts with Awareness, Cyber Hygiene and Action, says Espria"
Security incidents in the education sector are on the rise but embedding good digital habits and awareness can reduce the risk.
SME Today: "Tailored Teaching: How AI is Changing the Way We Teach, Learn, and Collaborate in Schools"
Technology has long been used by educators to support teaching and operations, facilitating staff with a wide range of platforms and resources.
Tech Radar: "Creating the Perfect Ecosystem for Cybersecurity"
Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field and cannot be set up once and then forgotten...
Tech Radar: "Shore Up Education Hardware Supply with Sustainable, Refurbished Technology"
The demand for quality hardware has increased across all industries. Following the pandemic, when...
PCR: "Espria Launches Espria Connect"
A new solution that streamlines business communication infrastructure and addresses the...
Teiss: "Collaborating for Optimal Threat Intelligence"
Organisations will benefit greatly from collaborating with experts who share their security knowledge for...
BetaNews: "Pool Your Cybersecurity Resources to Build the Perfect Security Ecosystem"
Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field and cannot be set up once and then forgotten...
Tech Radar: "Security, Compliance and AI Should Be the Top Priorities for UK Businesses"
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, IT leaders must understand how to protect businesses from...
MicroScope: "MSPs Key to Plugging Skills Gaps"
Espria boss shares view around the benefits customers can unblock if they choose to work with a channel...
Security Boulevard: "Turning to Cloud Services Can Help SMBs Scale to Meet Growth Needs"
Meeting the demands of the modern-day SMB is one of the challenges facing many business...
Technology Reseller News: "Espria Will Exhibit Its Cloud Communications Solutions at the NAHT Annual Conference"
As part of its commitment to supporting education organisations, Espria has announced they will be...
BetaNews: "Peace of Mind: Cloud is Key in Scaling Systems to Your Business Needs"
Meeting the demands of the modern-day SMB is one of the challenges facing many business...
Business Matters Magazine: "UK SMEs Should Prioritise Creating Disaster Recovery Plans to Ensure Business Continuity"
Recent reports have revealed that a staggering 81% of all UK businesses who have fallen prey to...
MicroScope: "Security and AI Occupy SME Thoughts"
Security and getting into a position to take advantage of artificial intelligence(AI), without increasing...
Technology Reseller: "Ticking ESG Boxes; Cloud Storage and IT Services Are the Key to Compliance, says Espria"
With global commitments such as Net Zero becoming more of a priority in the next decade, business...
ITBrief: "Are C-Suite Executives Cybersecurity's Weakest Link?"
In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, the shifting patterns see a marked transition towards...
HRD Connect: "Hybrid Working is Here to Stay, So Says HR"
Managing workforce mobility in the current work environment is key, and HR and industry leaders have...
PCR: "Cybersecurity and Sustainability Highlighted by Espria as Key Priorities for SMB Peace of Mind"
Espria recently hosted the first of their Optimise IT 2024 panel discussions, where the topic...
BusinessInfo: "As Device Demand Surges Following Post-Covid Refresh Delays, Demand For Refurbished IT Technologies is Also On the Rise"
Businesses are poised to source alternatives to new devices in response to delays in supply...