1. Take Cyber Security Seriously – Before Something Happens
Cyber threats are no longer just a “big business problem”. Small and medium-sized companies are now the most common targets – often because their defences are outdated or inconsistent.
A strong cyber security resolution doesn’t have to mean complex tools or scary jargon. It starts with basics done properly:
- Up-to-date protection across all devices
- Reliable backups that are tested, not assumed
- Clear policies around passwords, access, and remote working
- Staff awareness – because people are still the weakest link
For many businesses, 2026 should be the year cyber security becomes proactive rather than reactive.
2. Retire Ageing Hardware Before It Retires You
Old computers and servers rarely fail at a convenient time. They slow staff down gradually, then eventually stop altogether – usually when they’re needed most.
Running hardware past its useful life often costs more than replacing it:
- Increased downtime
- Slower performance and frustrated staff
- Compatibility issues with modern software
- Higher support and repair costs
One sensible resolution for the new year is simply to review what’s in use, what’s supported, and what realistically needs replacing over the next 12–24 months – before it becomes an emergency.
3. Simplify, Standardise, and Reduce IT Noise
Old computers and servers rarely fail at a convenient time. They slow staff down gradually, then eventually stop altogether – usually when they’re needed most.
Running hardware past its useful life often costs more than replacing it:
- Increased downtime
- Slower performance and frustrated staff
- Compatibility issues with modern software
- Higher support and repair costs
One sensible resolution for the new year is simply to review what’s in use, what’s supported, and what realistically needs replacing over the next 12–24 months – before it becomes an emergency.
4. Think Greener – and Smarter – with IT
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword. Customers, staff, and partners increasingly care about how businesses operate.
IT can play a role here:
- Energy-efficient hardware
- Smarter power management
- Cloud solutions that reduce on-site equipment
- Extending the life of devices where it makes sense, rather than replacing blindly
Green IT is often cost-effective IT – and in 2026, the two increasingly go hand in hand.
A Simple Question to Start the Year
If there’s one takeaway for the new year, it’s this:
Does your current IT setup actively support where your business wants to be by the end of 2026?
If the answer is “not sure”, that’s usually the best time to have a conversation – before problems appear, not after.
Whether it’s cyber security, ageing systems, or simply wanting clearer answers about your IT, a short, no-pressure chat can often highlight quick wins you hadn’t considered.
Here’s to a smoother, safer, and more resilient year ahead. If IT is on your list of resolutions for 2026, we’re always happy to help you make sense of the options.