Getting ISO-certified involves multiple stages, external audits and often high costs. It can be daunting, especially for start-ups. Thankfully there are a few alternatives. Information Assurance (IA) for Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises (IASME) bridges this gap. It is a government-designed standard specifically for SMEs. It was developed in 2010 and is a government-funded project. This type of accreditation is more accessible for these organisations, whilst still ensuring they follow the proper data handling and management procedures in line with Cyber Essentials and GDPR.