Evaud vs manual evidence folders
A folder structure with screenshots and PDFs is the most common Cyber Essentials evidence ‘system’. It works — until you renew.
Where manual folders work
Manual folders are free and familiar. For a one-off, single-person effort they can get you over the line.
Where they fall apart
Folders don't have status, owners, review dates, control mapping or assessor portals. They go stale almost immediately and need rebuilding for renewal.
How Evaud upgrades the workflow
Status and ownership
Each evidence item has clear status, owner and review date.
Mapped to controls
No more guessing which folder covers which requirement.
Built-in assessor access
Share a scoped, read-only view instead of zipping folders.
Evaud vs Manual evidence folders
A side-by-side look at the Cyber Essentials workflow.
| Capability | Evaud | Manual evidence folders |
|---|---|---|
Map evidence to Cyber Essentials controls | ||
Asset register linked to evidence | ||
Evidence status (draft / approved / expired) | ||
Review reminders and expiry dates | ||
Read-only assessor access | ||
Comments tied to a specific evidence item | ||
Activity history per item | ||
Renewal preparation workflow |
Folders are a fine starting point. Evaud is what most SMEs upgrade to once they realise renewal is coming round again.
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