IT is a highly specialised field, and while many companies have the necessary technology, they often fail to fully utilise its potential. CK Solutions will conduct a comprehensive audit of your existing technological infrastructure, providing practical recommendations to optimise current systems and offering guidance for future technology development.
- Hardware Inventory and Assessment
- Review of servers, desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
- Evaluation of hardware lifespan, performance, and upgrade needs.
- Software and Licensing Audit
- Analysis of installed software and operating systems.
- Identification of unused or redundant software.
- Verification of software licenses and compliance.
- Network Infrastructure Review
- Assessment of routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Network performance analysis (e.g., speed, reliability, bandwidth).
- Wi-Fi coverage and optimization.
- Cybersecurity Assessment
- Review of antivirus, firewalls, and malware protection.
- Identification of security vulnerabilities.
- Evaluation of password policies, access controls, and data encryption.
- Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Examination of current backup processes.
- Evaluation of disaster recovery plans and system resilience.
- Recommendations for improving data recovery strategies.
- Cloud Services Evaluation
- Analysis of existing cloud solutions (e.g., storage, collaboration tools).
- Assessment of cloud security and cost-effectiveness.
- Recommendations for leveraging cloud technologies.
- System Performance and Optimization
- Analysis of slow systems and bottlenecks.
- Recommendations for software/hardware upgrades to improve efficiency.
- Optimization of existing resources for better performance.
- IT Security Compliance Review
- Assessment of compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- GDPR compliance checks (if applicable).
- Recommendations for achieving and maintaining compliance.
- User Access and Permissions Audit
- Review of user accounts, permissions, and roles.
- Identification of unauthorized or inactive accounts.
- IT Support and Maintenance Review
- Evaluation of current IT support arrangements.
- Recommendations for improving IT helpdesk efficiency and response time.
- Communication Systems Assessment
- Review of email, VoIP, and messaging systems.
- Evaluation of system integration and performance.
- Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
- Assessment of energy usage by IT systems.
- Recommendations for reducing energy costs and environmental footprint.
- Future Technology Roadmap
- Identification of areas for improvement or investment.
- Strategic recommendations for adopting emerging technologies.
This comprehensive IT audit will help small and medium-sized businesses maximize their technology investments, improve efficiency, and ensure future readiness.