End-of-Year Technology Checklist: Ensure a Smooth Transition into the New Year

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to ensure that your business’s technological landscape is poised for a successful transition into the upcoming year. To facilitate this, we’ve compiled a comprehensive checklist that will guide you in wrapping up the year on a technologically sound note. Some items on this checklist will require collaborative efforts, while others will be the responsibility of your team.

Items We’ll Tackle Together:

1. Asset Inventory:

Conduct a thorough review of your technology assets, covering hardware, software, and networking equipment. Keep your inventory list updated to reflect any additions or retirements throughout the year.

2. Password Security:

Implement multi-factor authentication for critical systems and applications to enhance password security across your organization.

3. Software Updates:

Ensure all software applications, operating systems, and antivirus programs are up to date with the latest patches and updates for optimal performance and security.

4. Data Backups:

Verify the functionality of your data backup systems and test the restoration process to ensure a seamless recovery of essential data in case of a disaster.

5. Security Assessment:

Conduct a Security Risk Assessment to identify and address potential vulnerabilities, ensuring your cybersecurity measures are up to date against evolving threats.

6. Employee Training:

Mandatory cybersecurity training for employees to reinforce best practices and raise awareness about potential threats.

Items for Your Team’s Action:

1. Subscription Reviews:

Review and audit all software and service subscriptions to align them with your business needs. Cancel any unnecessary subscriptions to optimize costs.

2. Budget Review:

Evaluate your technology budget for the year, identifying areas where adjustments may be needed for the upcoming year.

3. Technology Roadmap:

Develop or update your technology roadmap for the coming year, aligning it with your business goals and objectives.

4. Compliance Check:

Ensure that your technology practices comply with industry regulations and standards applicable to your business.

5. Communication Plan:

Communicate any upcoming changes or upgrades to your team to ensure a smooth transition without disruptions.

Once you’ve determined your goals and budget, we propose a meeting to discuss the implementation plan for any changes. If you have questions or need assistance, our support team is here to help at Support@atgfw.com. We’re committed to helping you navigate the year-end process and ensuring a seamless start to the new year.

Wishing you a successful year-end, and we look forward to supporting your technology needs in the coming year!