5 IT Essentials Every Small Business Needs in 2025

5 IT Essentials Every Small Business Needs in 2025

Starting a small business is exciting—until you realize your laptop is older than TikTok and your “filing system” is a pile of sticky notes. (No judgment, we’ve all been there.)

But here’s the truth: your IT setup can make or break your business. You don’t need to spend like a Fortune 500 company, but you do need the right tools to keep things running smoothly, securely, and with as little hair-pulling as possible.

Here are 5 IT must-haves every small business should invest in:

1. A Reliable Laptop or Desktop

Your business can’t run on a glitchy hand-me-down from 2010. Invest in a solid machine with enough memory, speed, and storage to handle your day-to-day. Think of it as your business partner—except it won’t argue with you.

2. Secure Wi-Fi & Networking

“Borrowing” the coffee shop Wi-Fi doesn’t cut it anymore. You need a secure, business-grade router and a strong password (and no, “password123” doesn’t count). A safe network = safe data.

3. Backup & Cloud Storage

Accidentally delete that important client proposal? No problem—if you’ve got backups. Cloud storage like Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox is your safety net. Bonus: it also makes collaborating way easier.

4. Business Software That Works as Hard as You Do

From bookkeeping (hello, QuickBooks or Wave) to communication (Slack, Teams, Zoom), the right programs streamline your workflow and save you hours. Translation: less time stuck in spreadsheets, more time growing your business.

5. Cybersecurity Protection

Hackers don’t just target big corporations. Small businesses are actually easier targets. Protect yourself with antivirus software, firewalls, and regular updates. It’s like locking your doors at night—basic but crucial.

At BoostBC, we know tech doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We help small businesses choose the right IT hardware, set up secure systems, and recommend software that makes your life easier.

👉 Whether you’re just starting out or upgrading your setup, BoostBC can get your IT foundation solid—so you can focus on running your business, not fixing it.

Because when your tech works, you can work smarter.