A practical starting point for the cloud, security and productivity services small businesses rely on every day — with IT Life-Raft helping you choose, configure and manage them properly.
Use this page as a plain-English checklist. If any area is unclear, IT Life-Raft can review it and turn it into a practical action plan.
For everyday productivity
Start with: who has access, where files live, and whether sign-ins are properly protected.
Explore Managed IT SupportFor reducing business risk
Start with: MFA, backups, admin accounts and whether someone is checking alerts.
Explore CybersecurityFor reducing repeated work
Start with: one repetitive task that wastes time every week.
Explore AutomationThe right answer is not always more software. Often it is clearer setup, better security and someone responsible for checking it still works.
| Question | Why it matters | Useful next step |
|---|---|---|
| Do we know every account with admin access? | Admin accounts are high-value targets. | Review users, roles and MFA. |
| Can we recover important files quickly? | Backups are only useful if they restore. | Check backup coverage and test recovery. |
| Are staff using the same secure file locations? | Scattered files create risk and confusion. | Review SharePoint, OneDrive and permissions. |
| Are alerts being checked and acted on? | Security tools need ownership. | Decide who reviews alerts and when. |
| Is this task worth automating? | Automation works best on clear processes. | Map the process before adding tools. |
See Managed IT Support for practical helpdesk, Microsoft 365 and device support.
See Cybersecurity for identity, email, backups and recovery planning.
See Automation and AI support for safe, practical improvements.
Book a free IT review and IT Life-Raft will help you understand what is working, what is risky and what to fix first.