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Evaluating Current IT Systems

Gain insights into the efficiency, scalability, and security of your IT systems with our in-depth evaluation process.

Updated over a month ago

A comprehensive understanding of your current IT environment is essential for identifying inefficiencies, reducing risks, and aligning technology with your business goals. Our IT Environment Audit offers a meticulous review of your systems, highlighting areas for improvement and opportunities to streamline operations.

Why Evaluate Your IT Systems?

  • Optimise Performance: Identify bottlenecks in hardware, software, or network infrastructure to enhance efficiency.

  • Ensure Security: Mitigate vulnerabilities that could expose your business to cyber threats or compliance penalties.

  • Support Growth: Align IT capabilities with your long-term strategic goals, enabling seamless scalability.

  • Reduce Costs: Eliminate redundancies and optimise resource utilisation to achieve cost savings.

What Does the Audit Cover?

  1. Hardware Assessment:

    • Evaluate the performance, age, and utilisation of key hardware components such as servers, workstations, printers, and networking devices.

    • Identify hardware nearing end-of-life that may need replacement to maintain operational continuity.

    • Review the reliability of storage solutions, backup systems, and power supplies.

  2. Software Analysis:

    • Analyse software inventory to ensure all tools are necessary, up-to-date, and functioning optimally.

    • Check for compatibility issues between software applications and operating systems.

    • Identify unused or redundant licenses to optimise software investment.

  3. Network Infrastructure Review:

    • Assess the architecture of your local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) for speed, reliability, and coverage.

    • Evaluate internet connectivity to ensure it supports current and future data demands.

    • Review the configuration of firewalls, switches, and access points to optimise security and efficiency.

  4. Cybersecurity Evaluation:

    • Conduct penetration testing to uncover vulnerabilities in your IT defences.

    • Assess the effectiveness of antivirus, anti-malware, and intrusion detection systems.

    • Review user access protocols, ensuring compliance with industry best practices such as the principle of least privilege.

  5. Data Management and Backup Strategy:

    • Review data storage solutions for redundancy, scalability, and accessibility.

    • Evaluate current backup schedules and procedures to ensure quick recovery during outages or cyberattacks.

    • Assess compliance with data protection regulations, such as the Australian Privacy Act and GDPR.

  6. Business Continuity Planning:

    • Examine disaster recovery plans for robustness and timeliness.

    • Review IT’s role in maintaining business operations during unexpected events, such as power outages or cyber incidents.

    • Evaluate remote work capabilities to support flexibility and employee productivity.

What You’ll Receive:

At the conclusion of the audit, you’ll receive a detailed report with:

  • A comprehensive analysis of your IT environment.

  • Identified risks, inefficiencies, and areas requiring immediate attention.

  • Strategic insights to align your IT systems with business objectives.

This report serves as the foundation for implementing targeted improvements, ensuring your business remains resilient, efficient, and future-ready.

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