Case Study
Helping a Family Business Avoid €5,000+ in Potential Losses
Client Background
Our client was a family-run supplier of wood fixing materials in Latvia, led by an entrepreneur and his wife. Like many small business owners, they were focused on serving customers and keeping operations running — not on tracking the ever-evolving world of cyber threats.
With limited time and little awareness of digital risks, security had become an overlooked area of the business.
The Challenge
The business relied on outdated practices that could have had serious financial consequences:
Passwords stored in notebooks
Files scattered and disorganized
No structured awareness of cyber threats
Without proper controls, the business risked data loss, operational downtime, and potential GDPR fines, which could easily amount to tens of thousands of euros.
What We Did
We conducted a comprehensive security audit across critical areas of the business, including:
Email & website security
Password management
Cloud setup & 2FA
Backup processes
GDPR compliance
Incident response planning
Team responsibilities & awareness
The process took less than 15 minutes of the owner’s time, but gave us a complete overview of the company’s digital risk exposure. We then delivered a clear, written report outlining the overall risk level, biggest issues, and prioritized next steps.
Key Insights
The audit uncovered vulnerabilities that could have cost the business significantly:
Weak email security — a single point of failure for the entire business
No backup systems in place
No GDPR understanding or crisis plan
No assigned security responsibilities
No disk encryption on devices
The Outcome
Even without implementing the fixes yet, the audit helped the owner avoid potential losses estimated at €5,000+, by highlighting risks that could lead to data loss, downtime, or legal penalties.
The owner gained clarity and awareness of the risks his business was facing — the first step toward stronger protection.
Client Testimonial
Everything is clear now! Security definitely needs improvement, and we might need a consultation. The assessment was very useful — it gives a clear understanding of how secure and protected our business is and what actions should be taken to improve it.
From there, each business can decide whether to make improvements themselves or hire a specialist for the best solution.
Why This Matters
Small businesses often assume they’re “too small to be a target.” In reality, outdated practices like notebook passwords and missing backups create serious financial risks.
This case study demonstrates that a short, focused audit can prevent thousands of euros in potential losses, giving owners clarity and a first step toward lasting protection.
