We’re pleased to share that Tom Duffell, CISSP, Cyber Security specialist at M8 Solutions, has been recognised as an expert contributor to the latest Security Priorities 2026 report published by Info-Tech Research Group.
Info-Tech Research Group is a global IT research and advisory organisation that works with technology leaders across industries to provide research, guidance, and practical frameworks for improving technology and security programmes.
The Security Priorities 2026 report brings together insights from experienced Cyber Security professionals to examine the most pressing challenges organisations face today and the strategic priorities security leaders should focus on over the coming years.
Tom was invited to contribute expert perspective based on his experience supporting organisations to strengthen Cyber Security resilience and operational maturity.
Cyber Security Challenges Facing Critical Services:
Across sectors, Cyber Security continues to evolve from a purely technical concern into a strategic organisational risk.
Cyber incidents can now directly impact operational continuity, public trust, and regulatory compliance. Research referenced within the report highlights that over 60% of organisations experienced severe impact from a cyber security incident within the past year, demonstrating the scale of the challenge security teams face.
For organisations delivering critical services - including those within the healthcare sector - the importance of Cyber Security resilience is particularly significant. Protecting sensitive data, ensuring system availability, and maintaining operational continuity are essential to maintaining public confidence and supporting frontline services.
Practical Insight From Real-World Security Experience:
Tom’s contribution to the report reflects the practical experience he brings through his work supporting NHS organisations to improve their Cyber Security posture.
His work often focuses on helping NHS organisations move beyond high-level security strategy and into practical operational improvements, including strengthening resilience, improving governance, and ensuring teams are prepared to respond effectively to incidents.
Tom Duffell, CISSP, Cyber Security Specialist at M8 Solutions, said:
“Security leaders are operating in an environment where the threat landscape is evolving rapidly while organisations continue to adopt new technologies, particularly AI. The challenge is ensuring security evolves at the same pace. Building resilience, strengthening governance, and ensuring NHS organisations are operationally prepared to respond to incidents will remain critical priorities over the coming years.”
Supporting NHS organisations with Cyber Security:
At M8 Solutions, our Cyber Security specialists work closely with NHS organisations to strengthen security maturity and improve operational resilience.
This includes supporting NHS organisations to:
- Strengthen Cyber Security governance and assurance
- Improve incident response preparedness
- Conduct Cyber Security tabletop exercises and resilience testing
- Identify vulnerabilities and implement practical remediation
Our focus is always on delivering clear, practical recommendations that support NHS organisations in strengthening Cyber Security without adding unnecessary complexity.
Recognising Expertise Within the M8 Solutions Team:
Tom’s recognition as an expert contributor to the Security Priorities 2026 report highlights the depth of expertise within the M8 Solutions Cyber Security team.
As Cyber Security continues to evolve, collaboration between industry researchers, practitioners, and organisations delivering critical services will remain essential.
We are proud to see Tom contributing to this global research and helping shape the conversation around the future of Cyber Security.
Read the full report: Security Priorities 2026 | Info-Tech Research Group
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