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Lock Down Every Device: The 2025 Endpoint Security Checklist for Laptops, Printers & More

Written by Susan Dykas on . Posted in Blog, What's New.

Endpoint security is essential for protecting every device including laptops, printers, and more—connected to your business network in 2025. With the rise of remote work, new compliance rules, and evolving cyber threats, every device on your network is a potential entry point for hackers. Laptops, printers, and IoT devices can be targeted for data theft, ransomware, or unauthorized access, making comprehensive endpoint protection critical for business continuity and regulatory compliance.

1. Keep Track of Every Device

Maintain a complete inventory of all endpoints—laptops, printers, smartphones, and IoT devices—using a centralized management platform. This ensures you always know what’s connected and can quickly spot unauthorized devices.

Why it matters:

If you don’t know what’s on your network, you can’t protect it.

Pro tip:

Group devices by type or location and restrict management access to trusted staff only.

2. Make Security Easy for Everyone

Write clear, simple instructions for your team on how to keep devices secure. Use checklists and automated reminders for tasks like software updates, secure printing, and reporting suspicious activity. For templates and guides, check out SkyViewTek’s IT Documentation Guide.

Why it matters:

Simple, actionable steps increase compliance and reduce the risk of human error.

Pro tip:

Turn essential security actions—like patching and secure printing—into easy-to-follow checklists.

3. Assign Responsibility

Assign a specific person or team to be responsible for each device or group of devices. Schedule regular security reviews, especially after new threats or software updates. For proactive maintenance, see SkyViewTek’s Managed IT Services.

Why it matters:

Clear ownership ensures nothing is overlooked and keeps your security program on track.

Pro tip:

Set automated reminders for device checks and after major security updates.

4. Keep Guest Devices Out of Your Business

Don’t let a visitor’s phone or a rogue tablet take down your network. Set up a guest Wi-Fi—most routers make it easy. Keep business devices on their own lane, and you’ll slam the door on threats before they spread. It’s a simple move that pays off big.

Why it matters:

Guest devices can introduce malware or other threats to your business network. Separating them protects your sensitive data and keeps your core systems safe.

Pro tip:

Set up a guest Wi-Fi network using your router’s built-in features. This keeps business devices isolated and reduces the risk of threats spreading from guest or personal devices.

5. Get Help Fast When Trouble Hits

When something goes wrong, you need answers—fast. Don’t wait until you’re in panic mode. Make sure your team knows how to get expert help. SkyViewTek’s Help Desk & Support is your lifeline when things get hairy, so you can bounce back without missing a beat.

Why it matters:

Quick access to expert support can mean the difference between a minor hiccup and a major disaster. Fast response helps you recover quickly and minimize downtime or data loss.

Pro tip:

Make sure your team knows how to contact your IT support partner, like SkyViewTek, before an incident happens. Keep contact info handy and test your response plan regularly.

Don’t Take Chances With Endpoint Security

Follow this checklist to keep your devices safe, your team ready, and your business protected in 2025. Strong endpoint security is your best defense against cyber threats and compliance headaches. For a full security assessment or to get started, contact SkyViewTek.

How to Build IT Documentation That Actually Gets Used: 2025 Checklist

Written by Susan Dykas on . Posted in Blog, What's New.

IT documentation is more than paperwork. It is your playbook for security, compliance, and business continuity. With new 2025 rules like HIPAA’s MFA requirements, PCI DSS 4.0’s nonstop risk monitoring, and tougher privacy laws, your documentation must be clear, accessible, and actionable. Use this checklist to create IT documentation your team will actually use and that keeps your business protected.

1. Centralize All IT Policies and Procedures

Store every policy, including passwords, device use, and incident response, in one secure, cloud-based location. Make sure staff can easily find and use what they need.

Why it matters:

Centralized documentation means no more confusion or outdated copies. Your team always knows where to look.

Pro tip:

Organize by topic and set permissions so only the right people can edit sensitive documents.

2. Write for Real People

Keep language simple and instructions step-by-step. Use screenshots or short videos for tricky processes.

Why it matters:

Clear, actionable documents are more likely to be followed, especially during a crisis.

Pro tip:

Turn critical procedures, like onboarding, incident response, or patching, into easy-to-follow checklists.

For expert IT guidance, see SkyViewTek’s IT Support & Consulting.

3. Assign Owners and Schedule Reviews

Every document needs a responsible owner and a set review date, especially after regulatory changes. Automate reminders and reviews with SkyViewTek’s Proactive IT Maintenance.

Why it matters:

Assigned ownership keeps your documentation up to date and relevant, reducing compliance risks.

Pro tip:

Set automated reminders for quarterly reviews and after major IT or compliance updates.

4. Train and Test Your Team

Walk staff through key policies. Use short quizzes or tabletop exercises to ensure everyone knows what to do.

Why it matters:

Training turns documentation into a living resource, not just shelfware.

Pro tip:

Simulate real-world incidents, like a data breach, to test your team’s readiness.

5. Document Compliance Activities and Evidence

Keep detailed records of compliance steps, MFA rollouts, risk assessments, vendor reviews, and incident responses. Store evidence for audits.

Why it matters:

Detailed records prove you are meeting HIPAA, PCI DSS 4.0, and state privacy law requirements, protecting you from fines and audits.

Pro tip:

Create a compliance evidence folder and update it after every key activity.

Do not let weak documentation put your business at risk

Follow this checklist to keep your IT policies clear, current, and actionable in 2025. Don’t risk chaos or costly mistakes. If you want documentation your team will actually use, SkyViewTek is ready to help.