Cyber risk is no longer just an IT concern. It has become a major business issue that impacts cash flow, operations, compliance, reputation, customer trust and overall enterprise value. As cybercrime grows more sophisticated and organised, CFOs and business leaders must view cyber threats as a financial and operational risk, not simply a technology challenge.
Our latest whitepaper highlights the scale of the issue, with the UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey reporting that 43% of businesses experienced a cyber breach or attack in 2025/26, while phishing affected 38% of organisations.
However, the real cost of a cyber incident often extends beyond system downtime. Businesses can face disrupted operations, delayed invoicing, supply chain interruptions, regulatory scrutiny, reputational damage and lost revenue. Increasingly, cybercriminals are also using stolen data as leverage, creating additional risks related to public exposure and loss of trust.
The Cost of Silence Whitepaper, encourages CFOs to assess whether their current cyber insurance, business continuity plans and supplier arrangements are still fit for purpose. Key questions include whether insurance cover is adequate, recovery timelines remain realistic and third-party risks are properly understood.
ERA Group’s approach is to help organisations view cyber risk through a commercial lens. By reviewing insurance programmes, supplier contracts, IT and cloud spending, and business continuity strategies, ERA helps businesses strengthen resilience while optimising costs. Rather than treating cyber security as an additional expense, the focus is on smarter spending and improved preparedness.
Key takeaway: Cyber risk affects every area of modern business. Organisations that proactively review their exposure, insurance arrangements and recovery plans will be better positioned to protect their finances, reputation and long-term resilience.
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