Win Enterprise Clients.
Scale Your Agency.
Enterprise brands demand vendor security compliance. We make sure you pass—and win the business. We've helped agencies land Nike, Meta, and Disney-calibre clients.

Your Creative Work Is Amazing.
But It's Not Enough.
You've built an incredible agency. Now enterprise brands are calling. But there's a hurdle most agencies don't see coming.
The Scenario
You've caught the attention of a FTSE 100 or Fortune 500 brand. Your portfolio is strong. Your pitch is ready. Then procurement sends over a 200+ question security assessment.
The Reality
- 87% of enterprise procurement now includes mandatory vendor security assessments
- Average security questionnaire: 200+ questions on data handling, access controls, and incident response
- Fail the assessment = lose the pitch—no matter how good your creative is
- Many agencies never even get to pitch because they can't pass initial screening
Enterprise Security Requirements
- Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus
- ISO 27001 Certification
- SOC 2 Type II (US clients)
- GDPR Compliance Documentation
- Client-Specific Security Policies
- Incident Response Procedures
- Business Continuity Plans
- Third-Party Risk Management
Nike, Meta, Google, and Disney all have their own additional requirements on top of standard certifications.
Turn Security Into Your Competitive Advantage
While your competitors fail at the procurement stage, you sail through. The agencies that invest in security infrastructure gain a massive edge.
Win Bigger Contracts
Enterprise clients represent long-term, high-value relationships worth 10-50x typical SMB work.
Competitive Differentiation
Most agencies can't pass security requirements. Being enterprise-ready immediately sets you apart.
ROI That Makes Sense
Security investment pays for itself with one enterprise contract win. Often within weeks.
What Enterprise Clients Actually Require
It sounds daunting, but here's the truth: most agencies aren't far from compliance. You just need a structured approach.
Security Controls
- Data protection & GDPR compliance
- Access controls & identity management
- Endpoint security & device management
- Network security & encryption
- Incident response procedures
- Business continuity & backup
People & Processes
- Employee security training
- Third-party/subcontractor management
- Physical security (office access)
- Insurance & liability coverage
- Data retention policies
- Secure disposal procedures
Certifications Required
- Cyber Essentials / Plus — UK Standard
- ISO 27001 — International
- SOC 2 Type II — US clients
- GDPR Documentation — European data
- Client-Specific Policies — Meta, Google, etc.
Good news: We handle the heavy lifting so you focus on winning the work.
Security Services That Win Business
Every service is designed to help you pass enterprise security assessments and unlock bigger opportunities.
Security Assessment Preparation
Complete preparation for enterprise vendor assessments. We audit your current infrastructure, identify gaps, create a remediation plan, and prepare your documentation.
- Full infrastructure audit
- Gap analysis & prioritised remediation
- Documentation & evidence packs
- Team coaching for assessment interviews
- Ongoing support during procurement
Cyber Essentials & Plus
Fast-track UK government certification—increasingly required by enterprise and government clients.
- 4-6 week certification timeline
- Full preparation & remediation
- Assessment coordination
- Annual renewal management
ISO 27001 Readiness
Comprehensive preparation for the international gold standard in information security management.
- Gap analysis against ISO controls
- Policy & procedure development
- Implementation support
- Certification body liaison
Infrastructure That Passes Scrutiny
Build IT systems that enterprise clients trust. From secure cloud setup to identity management.
- Secure Google/Microsoft 365 setup
- Identity & access management (SSO, MFA)
- Endpoint protection & device management
- Encrypted file sharing & collaboration
Ongoing Compliance Management
Stay compliant without internal overhead. We manage your certifications and keep you enterprise-ready.
- Continuous monitoring & maintenance
- Policy updates as requirements evolve
- Staff security awareness training
- Annual certification renewals
Client Data Protection
Secure handling of client assets and data—essential when working with enterprise brand materials.
- NDA-compliant data workflows
- Client-specific security requirements
- Data retention & disposal policies
- Access controls for client projects
Full IT Support for Creative Teams
We understand the unique IT needs of creative agencies—from high-performance workstations to large file workflows.
Creative Workflow Support
- High-performance workstation management
- Adobe Creative Cloud administration
- Large file storage & transfer solutions
- Render farm & processing support
- DAM (Digital Asset Management) guidance
Collaboration & Productivity
- Slack, Teams, Google Workspace management
- Project management tool integrations
- Client collaboration portals
- Video conferencing optimisation
- Remote & hybrid work infrastructure
Reliable IT Support
- Fast helpdesk for creative teams
- Hardware procurement & setup
- New starter onboarding (Mac & PC)
- Vendor management (software, ISP)
- Office moves & studio setups
The Agency Growth Journey
See where you are today and where security can take you tomorrow.
Boutique Agency
£500K - £1M revenueWorking with SMB clients, minimal security requirements
The Situation
Basic IT setup, reactive support. Not yet equipped for enterprise procurement.
The Gap
Security not a priority yet—but limits your client options
How We Help
Foundation building & awareness
Growth Agency
£1M - £3M revenueStarting to attract mid-market interest
The Situation
First enterprise RFPs reveal security gaps. Realisation that bigger clients need more than great creative.
The Gap
Lost opportunities due to failed security assessments
How We Help
Cyber Essentials certification, foundational security infrastructure
Scaling Agency
£3M - £10M revenueActively pursuing enterprise clients
The Situation
Multiple security assessments running in parallel. Security becomes a regular topic in pitches.
The Gap
Need systematic approach to compliance
How We Help
ISO 27001 readiness, robust infrastructure, ongoing assessment support
Enterprise-Ready
£10M+ revenueTrusted vendor to major brands
The Situation
Security is competitive advantage, not obstacle. Winning clients others can't even pitch to.
The Gap
Maintaining excellence and continuous improvement
How We Help
Strategic IT partner, ongoing compliance, continuous security enhancement
"Blue Icon helped us land our first Fortune 500 client within 6 months"
A 25-person creative agency wanted to pitch a major global brand but failed the initial security screening. We delivered a comprehensive security overhaul and Cyber Essentials Plus certification. They passed the reassessment and won a contract worth 10x their typical project value.
"We'd been trying to break into enterprise clients for years. Within six months of working with Blue Icon, we landed our biggest contract ever. The security investment paid for itself many times over."— Creative Director, London Agency
Enterprise Brands Our Agency Clients Have Won
Our agency clients have successfully passed security assessments and won work with these and other major brands.
Our agency clients have successfully passed security assessments and won work with these and other major global brands.
Trusted by Ambitious Agencies
Security That Pays For Itself
Frame it as an investment, not a cost. One enterprise contract typically covers years of security investment.
Without Security Investment
- ✗ Failed security assessments
- ✗ Lost enterprise opportunities
- ✗ Stuck with SMB clients only
- ✗ Average project: £15K-£50K
With Security Investment
- Pass enterprise assessments
- Win Fortune 500 clients
- Access to £500K+ contracts
- Long-term client relationships
Typical Investment & Returns
Flexible pricing aligned with agency cash flow. Per-user monthly support or project-based certification packages.
Deep Expertise With Agency Tech
We understand the creative industry stack—from Adobe Creative Cloud to video production workflows.
Creative & Design
Productivity & Collaboration
Storage & File Transfer
Security & Identity
Questions Agency Leaders Ask
Most agencies achieve Cyber Essentials certification within 4-6 weeks. We handle the heavy lifting—gap analysis, remediation support, documentation, and assessment coordination—so your team can focus on client work.
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification focusing on essential security controls—it's faster and more affordable (4-6 weeks). ISO 27001 is a comprehensive international standard requiring ongoing management systems and takes 3-6 months. Many agencies start with Cyber Essentials Plus and progress to ISO 27001 as they pursue larger enterprise clients.
Increasingly, yes. Most enterprise brands now require vendors to complete security assessments before even considering a pitch. Without proper security credentials, your agency won't make it past procurement—regardless of how good your creative work is. We've seen agencies lose opportunities worth hundreds of thousands because they couldn't pass initial security screening.
We offer fast-track security assessment preparation for agencies with imminent deadlines. We'll audit your current setup, identify critical gaps, help you address blockers quickly, and prepare you for the assessment. Contact us immediately—we've helped agencies turn around security readiness in as little as 2-3 weeks when urgently needed.
Absolutely. We prepare comprehensive documentation packs and can help you complete vendor security questionnaires accurately. We also maintain your answers so future questionnaires are faster to complete. Many enterprise questionnaires cover similar ground—once you've done one properly, subsequent ones become much easier.
Yes, we have extensive experience supporting Mac-first creative environments. We manage macOS devices alongside Windows, implement Mac-compatible security solutions, and understand the specific needs of design and video production workflows.
Certifications require annual renewal and ongoing compliance. We provide continuous monitoring, policy updates as requirements evolve, staff security awareness training, and renewal management. This ensures you maintain your certifications without internal overhead and are always ready when the next enterprise opportunity comes along.
We start with a comprehensive audit of your current infrastructure. We don't force you onto new systems unnecessarily—we work with what you have where possible and recommend changes only when they're genuinely needed for security, compliance, or efficiency. Minimal disruption is a priority.
Enterprise clients often have specific requirements beyond standard certifications. We help you build a flexible security foundation that can be adapted to meet various client demands. We can also support you through client-specific security assessments and help you implement any additional controls required.
Yes, we specialise in supporting distributed creative teams. Our cloud-first approach ensures your team can work securely from anywhere. We implement solutions that work across borders while meeting data protection requirements like GDPR, which is often a concern when working with international enterprise clients.
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