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Documentation

IT documentation and procedures

An operations manual and clear procedures that make cover, emergencies and audits work.

Structure of IT documentation
IT operations manualInfrastructureNetwork diagramSystem inventoryCredential vaultSecurityAccess conceptBackup conceptEmergency manualOperationsProcedures (SOP)ChecklistsChange logPeopleOnboardingTrainingContacts

Typical situation

Knowledge about network, access and processes sits in individual heads. If someone is away, operations stall.

Solution

  1. StructureAn operations manual covering infrastructure, security, operations and people.
  2. InfrastructureNetwork diagram, system inventory and a secure place for credentials.
  3. SecurityAccess, backup and emergency concepts following ISO/IEC 27001 thinking.
  4. ProceduresShort, illustrated SOPs and checklists, bilingual if needed.
  5. OnboardingOnboarding material and training content for new staff.

Benefits

  • Operations don’t depend on individuals
  • Faster onboarding
  • Evidence for audits and insurers

Technical detail

Storage in SharePoint with versioning, diagrams in standard notation, SOP templates with purpose, scope, steps and responsibility.

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