Why You Should Prioritize Your Technology Gaps
Technology is essential for achieving business goals and supporting your vision. However, without careful attention, technology gaps can become...
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Peter Ricks : Jul 8, 2024 2:59:37 PM
In today's tech-driven world, businesses face numerous challenges, from cyberthreats to intense competition and regulatory demands. Keeping your technology infrastructure current is essential, and the best starting point is a thorough technology audit.
A technology audit helps you understand and identify gaps in your organization’s security, compliance, and backup systems. It answers critical questions like:
If you lack an IT background, the audit results can be confusing. The numerous items needing updates or replacements might overwhelm you, leaving you unsure where to start. This is where prioritization and the stoplight approach become invaluable.
The stoplight method categorizes gaps or vulnerabilities into red, yellow, and green groups based on severity.
Focus your attention and resources on the most pressing issues. Prioritizing severe infrastructure vulnerabilities is crucial. For example, if facing a ransomware attack, updating Microsoft 365 becomes less critical.
High-priority vulnerabilities to be classified as RED include:
Some gaps can wait until more critical issues are resolved. These medium-priority vulnerabilities should be considered when planning and budgeting for future updates.
Medium-severity vulnerabilities (YELLOW) include:
These are the lowest-priority vulnerabilities. Address them gradually after resolving higher-priority issues.
Low-severity vulnerabilities (GREEN) include:
Prioritizing gaps ensures that resources are spent efficiently, focusing on critical issues first. This systematic approach helps maintain uptime, ensuring that not all components are down simultaneously, thus safeguarding productivity and customer service.
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Learn why it's crucial to prioritize your technology gaps by reading our in-depth article here.
If you’re unsure where to start, a Managed Service Provider (MSP) like Cortavo can help prioritize technology gaps. This ensures you maximize your technology investment while maintaining uptime and productivity.
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