Is your cybersecurity policy ready for 2026?

Why 2026 is relevant to your security now

Cybersecurity is changing faster than many companies keep up. Attacks are becoming automated, smarter and more targeted. Hackers no longer wait for business hours. They strike in the evening, at night or on weekends.

Many security measures are still set up to be reactive. Something happens. Then people watch. In 2026, that no longer works.

The reality is simple:
Without continuous monitoring, you often don’t see an attack until it’s too late.

 

What goes wrong at many SMEs

At ALTA-ICT, we see this every day with new clients.

No 24/7 visibility into what is happening

Logs are stored, but no one actively looks at them. Alerts come in, but are left until the next business day. That gives attackers hours or even days.

Outdated assumptions about risk

“We are too small to be interesting” we often hear. That’s not true. SMEs in particular are attractive because security is often easier to circumvent.

Insufficient linkage to AVG obligations

A security incident is already annoying. But without proper policies and monitoring, it can also lead to reporting requirements, fines and tough questions from customers or regulators.

 

What 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring specifically means

24/7 monitoring is not a buzzword. It is a practical way to reduce risk.

Among other things, it means:

• Continuous monitoring of servers, workstations and cloud environments
• Instant detection of suspicious activity
• Quick follow-up by security specialists
• Clear reporting for management and compliance

No separate tools, but one cohesive whole.

 

Why waiting for something to happen is no longer an option

A ransomware attack often results in:

• Stationary systems
• Productivity loss
• Repair costs
• Reputation damage
• Possible AVG fines

The cost of this is almost always higher than preventive security. Especially when you consider the impact on customers and business operations.

Prevention is not only safer. It’s also cheaper.

 

How ALTA-ICT addresses this

At ALTA-ICT, we don’t just look at technology, we look at the big picture.

Our approach focuses on:

• Proactive security instead of firefighting
• 24/7 monitoring from an established process
• Connection to ISO27001 and AVG requirements.
• Clear communication without technical jargon

We always start with insight. What do you have now. Where are the risks. What really needs to improve before 2026.

From there, we set up monitoring, detection and follow-up to fit your organization. No overkill, no unnecessary complexity.

 

What you can already do today

If you want to know where you stand, ask yourself these questions:

• Have visibility into suspicious activity outside office hours
• Do we know who is acting on a security alert
• Can we demonstrate that we have taken appropriate measures
• Are our policies aligned with current threats

If you hesitate here, it is not a failure. It is a signal to take action now.

 

Ready for 2026 begins today

Cybersecurity is not a one-time project. It is an ongoing process. Companies that get this right now avoid stress, cost and damage later.

Want to know how your organization is doing and what it will take to move safely toward 2026?

Discover our approach: alta-ict.com/DemoBooks