Question 1

We're too small to be a target.

Accepted Answer

Wrong. 43% of all cyberattacks target small and mid-sized businesses, precisely because their defenses are weaker. Attackers go for easy targets, regardless of size or industry.

Question 2

We already have antivirus and a firewall.

Accepted Answer

That's a good start, but modern attacks like ransomware, phishing, and business email compromise bypass antivirus. Complete protection requires more than individual products. The WAARD assessment shows you where gaps exist.

Question 3

What does a cyberattack really cost?

Accepted Answer

On average EUR 220'000 for businesses, plus 21+ days of operational downtime. For many businesses, that's existentially threatening. Compare that to the WAARD assessment: free.

Question 4

What happens to our data?

Accepted Answer

Your data is handled under strict GDPR and nDSG compliance. We do not share data with third parties.

Question 5

Which regulations apply to us?

Accepted Answer

Depending on your location and industry, various regulations may apply: GDPR for companies with EU ties, nDSG in Switzerland (since Sept. 2023), and increasingly the NIS2 directive. The WAARD assessment considers all relevant frameworks.

Question 6

What's the difference from our IT provider?

Accepted Answer

IT providers keep your systems running. WAARD helps you understand your security posture and improve it strategically. These are two different disciplines.

Question 7

Do we need an expert to use the assessment?

Accepted Answer

No. The WAARD assessment is designed for business owners, not IT experts. You don't need technical knowledge. It takes about 15 minutes and gives you clear results.

Question 8

What happens after the assessment?

Accepted Answer

You immediately receive a maturity report with prioritized recommendations as PDF. For deeper advisory, you can join the waitlist for our upcoming services or contact us directly.

Question 9

Is the assessment really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the WAARD Free Assessment is and will remain free. It's our core product, not a stripped-down trial. You receive a full maturity report with score, security gap analysis, benchmarking, and recommendations.

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