Enhanced Protection for SMBs

Microsoft has introduced powerful new security and compliance add-ons for Microsoft 365 Business Premium, designed specifically to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) tackle evolving cyber threats and regulatory demands. These add-ons bring enterprise-grade protection to the SMB market, without the complexity or cost of full E5 licensing.

What’s Included in the E5 Security Add-On?

The new Microsoft 365 E5 Security Add-On enhances Business Premium with advanced tools:

• Microsoft Entra ID Plan 2 – Advanced identity protection and governance
• Microsoft Defender for Identity – Detect identity-based threats using behavioural analytics
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Plan 2 – Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
• Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2 – Enhanced phishing and malware protection
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps – Visibility and control over cloud app usage

These tools work together to provide layered security across identities, devices, email, and cloud apps.

New E5 Compliance Add-On

For organisations focused on data protection and regulatory compliance, the E5 Compliance Add-On introduces:

• Microsoft Purview Information Protection – Auto-labelling and data classification
• Endpoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) – Prevent sensitive data leakage
• Insider Risk Management – Detect and respond to risky user behaviour
• Communication Compliance – Monitor and manage internal communications

These features help SMBs meet GDPR and other regulatory requirements with minimal overhead.

Reflective IT Tip

If your business handles sensitive data or is subject to compliance regulations, these add-ons are a smart investment to future-proof your security posture.

Need Help Upgrading Your Security?

Reflective IT can help you assess your current setup and deploy the right Microsoft 365 security and compliance add-ons. Contact us today to strengthen your defences and stay compliant.

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