Webmart Case Study
Learn why an additional layer of defence became essential for Webmart to enhance their native Microsoft security and secure their email environment
Marc Abbey, IT Infrastructure Engineer, Webmart
“Our native Microsoft security wasn’t enough; an additional layer of defence became essential for Webmart to secure their email environment”
Webmart is an integrated marketing agency founded in 1996. Webmart support organisations with their sustainable print and digital marketing campaigns, employing over 40 people, across two sites in the UK. Marc Abbey is a member of the five person IT team, managing Webmart’s internal infrastructure and purchasing.
The Challenge
Despite significant investment in Microsoft’s native security, Webmart found its email protection was falling short, with spam and increasingly sophisticated threats bypassing defences. With concerns escalating to board level, the business recognised the need for a more advanced, proactive solution to strengthen its email security and overall cyber posture.
The Need for Better Email Protection
The need for a proactive email security solution that enhances Microsoft’s native capabilities
Protection Against Advanced Threats
Stronger protection against advanced threats such as spoofing, social engineering, and fraud
Better Management Capabilities
Improved spam filtering alongside better reporting and easier day-to-day management
Building on ISO 27001
Maintaining ISO 27001 certification while continuously strengthening their cybersecurity posture
Solution
Next-Gen Email Security, Chosen with Confidence
After exploring multiple email security solutions following a Security Expo, Webmart worked closely with Xeretec to evaluate the best fit for their needs. Through in-depth demonstrations and a discovery session, Ironscales stood out as a next-generation platform with advanced AI capabilities and competitive pricing, making it the clear choice to strengthen their email and collaboration security.
Community-Driven Threat Response
Enables real-time threat identification and automatic remediation across all users through shared intelligence
Phishing Simulation & User Training
Continuous testing and real-time education improve employee awareness and reduce risk
Proactive Support & Platform Insights
Regular updates and expert guidance ensure the platform is fully optimised without added complexity
Advanced Protection & Reporting
Delivers Microsoft Teams security, targeted user insights, and clear, audit-ready reporting for ISO 27001 compliance
Ironscales
In Action
Webmart’s Report w/c 7th August 2023
Scanning of all inbound emails ensured complete visibility across Webmart’s email environment, identifying both known and emerging threats
High volumes of unwanted and potentially harmful spam were filtered out before reaching users’ inboxes, reducing noise and improving productivity
Including 32 phishing attacks, as well as business email compromise and credential theft attempts, highlighting the scale and sophistication of threats being actively blocked
The vast majority of incidents were resolved without manual intervention, with only 4 requiring admin review, resulting in an estimated 18 hours of IT time saved in a single week
Book a Cyber Assessment
Book a Cyber Assessment today and discover how Xeretec can strengthen your security posture. Our experts will assess your current environment, identify vulnerabilities, and show you how continuous monitoring, rapid threat detection, and expert-led response can protect your organisation around the clock.
