Technology Assessments

Internet
Is your DSL/cable/T1 internet bandwidth running at it’s maximum speed?
Are you able to remotely connect to your office from a satellite office or home?
Is your e-mail reaching its intended destinations in a timely manner?

Compliance
Is your business meeting federal and state data compliance requirements?
Do you have a disaster recovery policy or procedure to follow?
Is your business e-mail encrypted and archived?

Security
Do you really know who has administrator access to your server(s)?
Is your antivirus software on all your clients up to date?
Is your wireless network secure and encrypted?
Has your IP address or domain been “blacklisted”?
Have you tested for spyware or keyloggers on your networked PC's?
Has your firewall been configured correctly to prevent intrusions and hacking?
Are you able to monitor, restrict and report what websites your employees visit?

Network
Do your servers have the latest OS updates and application patches?
Do you have a layout overview of your entire network?
Do you have control of Instant Messaging on your network?
Is your network information stored in a secured well documented binder?
Is your e-mail inbox free of spam and advertisements?
Is your web browser free of pop-ups and annoying messages?
Are your data backups stored offsite in case of a disaster?
Are your backups taking less than 8 hours to complete daily?
Is your internal network running at gigabit or fiber speeds?
Is your data wiring closet and rack orderly, manageable and labeled properly?
Do your servers have data replication protection?
Do you have battery backup power for your servers and network equipment?

Administration
Are you confident in selecting the right technology products for your business?
Are you using technology to maximize office productivity to its fullest?
Do you provide research and development before implementing a large IT project?
Are you fully utilizing all of your network equipment?
Have you scheduled a basic technology assessment of your network this year?
Do you have a preventative maintenance contract for your server(s) and network?

If you answered a resounding “No” or “I don’t know” to 3 or more of the questions above, you may need a technology assessment from TCG America!