Let’s be honest — no one wakes up excited to talk about antivirus software. But if you’re still relying on traditional AV, it’s time for a quick reality check.
The cybersecurity landscape has changed, and so have the tools needed to protect your business. So, do you have to upgrade your antivirus to EDR? Technically, no. But should you? Absolutely.
Antivirus vs. EDR — What’s the Difference?
Here’s a quick side-by-side to make it crystal clear:
| Feature | Traditional Antivirus | EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response) |
|---|---|---|
| Threat Detection | Signature-based (known threats only) | Behavioural + AI (known & unknown threats) |
| Response Capabilities | Basic (quarantine, delete) | Advanced (isolate device, rollback, investigate) |
| Visibility | Minimal | Full endpoint telemetry |
| Threat Hunting | ❌ | ✅ |
| Compliance-Ready | Often outdated | Built for modern standards like Cyber Essentials |
Why EDR Is the New Standard
Cyber threats are no longer just viruses — they’re ransomware, zero-day exploits, insider threats, and more. EDR platforms are designed from the ground up to handle this complexity.
At Core Team One, we’ve partnered with SentinelOne, a market leader in EDR. Unlike legacy AV vendors who bolt on features, SentinelOne was built from scratch to detect, respond, and recover from threats in real time — with AI-powered automation and forensic-level visibility.
Why We’re Retiring Traditional Antivirus
Over 75% of our customers have already made the jump from antivirus to EDR — and we’re encouraging the rest to follow suit. In fact, we’ll soon be retiring our traditional AV services entirely to align with evolving standards like Cyber Essentials, which are clearly shifting toward EDR as the baseline.
Should You Upgrade Your Antivirus to EDR?
If you want to:
- Stay compliant,
- Reduce risk,
- Respond faster to threats,
- And sleep better at night…
Then yes — it’s time to upgrade your antivirus to EDR.
Let Core Team One Help You Make the Switch
We make the transition painless. Whether you’re a small business or a growing enterprise, we’ll help you:
- Assess your current setup,
- Deploy SentinelOne EDR,
- Train your team,
- And stay protected 24/7.
Ready to ditch outdated antivirus and upgrade to EDR?
Let’s talk. Contact Core Team One today and take the first step toward smarter, stronger cybersecurity.
