Many businesses don’t really know what’s on their network, how well it’s protected, or how close it is to failure. A network assessment answers those questions.

What an assessment covers

– Inventory: every device, server, switch, access point, and firewall

– Configuration review: settings, firmware versions, and security controls

– Performance: bandwidth use, bottlenecks, and Wi-Fi coverage

– Security posture: patching, user accounts, open ports, and weak settings

– Backup and recovery readiness

– Cloud and Microsoft 365 configuration

– Documentation gaps

– Lifecycle status: equipment nearing end of life or support

Common findings

– Outdated firmware on firewalls and switches

– Unsupported operating systems still in use

– Accounts of former employees that are still active

– Missing MFA

– Backups that haven’t been tested

– Unmanaged or unknown devices

– Poor Wi-Fi design causing dropouts

– Single points of failure

What you get

A report that typically includes:

– A summary for leadership

– Detailed findings ranked by risk

– Recommendations with priorities and estimated costs

– A roadmap for improvements

Why it matters

– You can’t protect or plan around what you don’t know

– It provides a baseline for budgeting

– It supports cyber insurance applications and compliance work

– It helps you compare providers fairly

Tips

– Choose assessors who explain findings clearly

– Ask what tools they use and what they access

– Treat the report as a living plan, not a one-time document

Repeat it

Run an assessment annually or after major changes.

DBR Soft offers network assessments that end with a clear, prioritized action plan. Contact us for more details.