Most small businesses don't need a big IT department — they need the important things done consistently. Here's the short list we work through with every client, and why each one matters.
1. Keep everything patched
Out-of-date software is the most common way small businesses get breached. Operating systems, browsers, and business apps should update on a schedule, not whenever someone remembers. Managed patching handles this automatically across every device.
2. Back up — and test the restore
A backup you've never restored is a hope, not a plan. We back up business data on a schedule and periodically confirm it can actually be recovered, so a failed drive or a ransomware event is an inconvenience, not a closure.
3. Secure email and Microsoft 365
Email is where most attacks start. Multi-factor authentication, sensible sharing defaults, and basic compliance configuration close the easy doors without slowing your team down.
4. Have a real way to get help
When something breaks, "email a guy and wait" costs you the day. A responsive help desk with a clear response window keeps small problems small.
Where to start
If you're not sure which of these you have covered, that's exactly what a free assessment is for. We'll walk your setup and tell you honestly what's solid and what needs attention — no pressure, no jargon.