The M8 Solutions Cyber Security TTX Survival Kit for NHS Organisations

If you’ve ever taken part in a Cyber Security Tabletop Exercise TTX, you’ll know the focus is intense.

It’s a full day of thinking, problem-solving, decision-making and collaboration - all centred around preparing for some of the most challenging scenarios an NHS organisation could face.

So, we asked ourselves a simple question:

What would make that day just a little bit better?

That’s where the M8 Solutions TTX Survival Kit was born.

Each participant is handed a fabulous bright pink M8 Solutions bag, packed with small but thoughtful essentials:

• An M8 Solutions branded mug (no hunting around cupboards required)
  
  
• An awesome #WeAreM8 tea spoon (because there’s always one missing - as in there is never ever one to be found!)
  
  
• Tea, coffee, sugar and a choice of milk
  
  
• A notepad and a spectacular blue or pink pen for capturing key moments - luck of the draw which colour pen
  
  
• And… a full, often a double packet of biscuits (because one is never enough)

Its simple. But it matters. 

Because we know what it’s like on the ground. Between us, we’ve spent decades working alongside NHS organisations. We understand the pace, the pressure, and the reality of busy environments where the basics aren’t always readily available.

The M8 Solutions TTX survival kit is our way of saying: we see it, and we’ve thought about it.

Because when people feel comfortable, looked after, and valued, they engage more. Conversations open up. Scenarios feel real. And the outcomes of the TTX become far more meaningful.

That’s the difference with M8 Solutions.

We’re a nimble team. Small enough to move quickly, adapt in the moment, and respond to what’s actually happening in the room - not just what was planned on paper.

We don’t just deliver a TTX and leave.

We stay engaged, we read the room, and we make sure every participant has what they need to perform at their best - from the big strategic conversations right down to the small details - right through to a planned follow-up session, where we walk through the TTX output report together, align on key insights, and agree practical next steps.

Because that’s where real resilience is built.

Small details. Big impact.

And yes… everyone gets their VERY own individual M8 Solutions TTX Survival kit for keeps. 

If you’re planning a TTX and want it to land properly - not just tick a box - we’d love to support you. Click HERE.

(And be honest, don’t pretend you don’t want your own M8 Solutions TTX Survival Kit now that you know about them… 😉)

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is a Cyber Security Tabletop Exercise (TTX) for NHS organisations? 
A Cyber Security Tabletop Exercise (TTX) is a structured, scenario-based session designed to test how an NHS organisation would respond to a cyber incident. It brings together key stakeholders to walk through realistic situations, helping identify gaps, improve decision-making, and strengthen overall resilience.

What does a typical TTX with M8 Solutions look like?
Our TTXs are interactive, guided sessions tailored to your organisation. We simulate realistic cyber security scenarios, facilitate discussion across teams, and capture key decisions, risks, and improvement areas - all in a structured but engaging environment. 

Who should attend a Tabletop Exercise? 

A TTX is most effective when it includes a mix of technical and non-technical stakeholders. This often includes IT, Cyber Security, leadership teams, operational leads, and communications - anyone who would play a role during a real incident. 

What makes M8 Solutions’ TTX approach different? 

We don’t just deliver a session and leave. We create an environment where people feel comfortable to contribute, challenge, and engage. Our approach means we can adapt in real time, respond to the room, and focus on outcomes that genuinely matter to NHS organisations. 

What is included in the M8 Solutions TTX Survival Kit? 

Each participant receives a bright pink M8 Solutions bag containing practical essentials for the day - including a mug, spoon, tea and coffee, a notepad and pen, and a full packet of biscuits. It’s a small touch that helps people stay focused, comfortable, and engaged throughout the exercise. 

Why are Tabletop Exercises important for NHS organisations? 

Cyber Security incidents are becoming more frequent and complex. A TTX allows the NHS to test their preparedness in a safe environment, improve coordination across teams, and build confidence in their response before a real incident occurs.