Business IT
How to Create an Employee IT Onboarding Checklist
Give every new starter the right accounts, devices and security setup from day one with a repeatable checklist.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 30–45 minutes
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How to Securely Offboard an Employee
Remove a departing employee’s access across every system while keeping business data safe and available.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 30–60 minutesRead Guide - Business IT
How to Create an IT Asset Register
Track your devices, software, accounts and licences in one place so nothing is forgotten or left unprotected.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 1–2 hoursRead Guide - Business IT
How to Create a Business Backup Strategy
Decide what to back up, how often and where, so your business can recover from ransomware, mistakes or hardware failure.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 1–2 hoursRead Guide - Business IT
How to Create a Password Policy
Write a clear, modern password policy for your team based on current Australian guidance.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 30–45 minutesRead Guide - Business IT
How to Prepare for a Cyber Incident
Put the people, information and safeguards in place now so your business can respond quickly if something goes wrong.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 1–2 hoursRead Guide - Business IT
How to Perform a Basic Cyber Risk Assessment
Identify your biggest cyber risks and decide what to fix first, without needing a security background.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 2–3 hoursRead Guide - Business IT
How to Protect a Small Business From Ransomware
A small-business action plan for preventing ransomware and recovering quickly without paying a ransom.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 1 hour to planRead Guide
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