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Optimise Your Infrastructure with a Professional IT Assessment

A two-week deep dive into your IT. Hardware, software, security, identity, backup, network, and licensing. Written report with prioritized gaps and a 12-month roadmap. Often the first step before managed services or a vCIO relationship.

What's included

Everything you need, none of the upsell.

Real deliverables, with the boundaries written down. So you know what you're paying for and what counts as extra.

Inventory

Every asset documented.

Endpoints, servers, network gear, M365 tenant, SaaS apps, contracts, licenses, and warranties. Cataloged before we make any recommendations.

Risk

Honest gap analysis.

Where the exposure is, ranked by likelihood and impact. Not a fear list, a remediation plan.

Roadmap

12 to 24 months out.

Sequenced projects with budget estimates and dependency mapping. So nothing surprises you in October.

Report

Written for both audiences.

Executive summary in plain language plus technical detail for IT staff. Same data, different framing.

How it works

The order we work in.

A clear sequence so you can budget time, money, and risk against the work.

Step 01

Kickoff.

30-minute alignment call. We confirm scope, contacts, access, and deliverables.

Step 02

Discovery.

Onsite or remote week of interviews, tool installs, and configuration reviews. Stakeholders included.

Step 03

Analysis.

Synthesize findings, score risks, draft roadmap. Internal QA before you see anything.

Step 04

Readout.

Two-hour walkthrough with your leadership. Written report delivered same day. Q&A scheduled.

Get a quote on it assessment.

Tell us a bit about your environment and we'll come back with a scoped proposal in two business days. No obligation, no pressure.

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Frequently asked questions

What is included in a Northstar IT assessment?

Our IT assessment covers a full inventory of your hardware and software, a comprehensive security scan to find vulnerabilities, and an analysis of your network performance. We also evaluate your backup and disaster recovery readiness to ensure your data is protected. After the audit, we provide a detailed report with prioritised recommendations to improve your efficiency and security posture across your entire organisation.

How long does a network audit take to complete?

The duration depends on the size and complexity of your environment, but most assessments for mid-market firms take between one and two weeks. This includes the initial data collection phase, technical analysis, and the final presentation of our findings. We work to ensure minimal disruption to your daily operations in Prince George, Vancouver, or Calgary while we gather the necessary configuration details.

Why should my business perform an IT audit regularly?

Regular audits are essential for maintaining security and staying competitive. Technology changes rapidly, and new vulnerabilities emerge every day. By performing an audit at least once a year, you can ensure that your systems remain compliant with industry standards, your software is properly licensed, and your hardware is not approaching a failure point. It is a proactive way to manage your technology budget and avoid unexpected expenses.