Why Your ‘IT Guy’ Might Be Costing You More Than You Think

Still relying on an “IT guy” or break/fix support? You might be paying more than you think. At ICTouch, we offer proactive IT management for just $35/device/month—no contracts, cancel anytime.

For many small and mid-sized Australian businesses, having a go-to “IT guy” seems like a simple, cost-effective solution. He’s the one you call when something breaks, slows down, or stops working altogether. But while this reactive approach might feel convenient, it could be quietly draining your time, money, and productivity.

Here’s why relying on a solo IT provider—or a break/fix model—might be costing your business more than you realise.

 

1. You’re Paying for Problems, Not Prevention

Break/fix IT support means you only pay when something goes wrong. But here’s the catch: There’s no incentive to prevent issues in the first place.

  • No proactive monitoring

  • No regular updates or patching

  • No strategic planning

This model keeps you stuck in a cycle of downtime and disruption—each one costing you in lost productivity and emergency call-out fees.

 

2. Downtime Is More Expensive Than You Think

Every minute your systems are down, your business is losing money. Whether it’s staff unable to work, missed customer inquiries, or delayed orders, the costs add up fast.

A Managed IT Service like Cyberforge monitors your systems 24/7, often fixing issues before you even notice them—keeping your business running smoothly and securely.

 

3. Security Gaps Are Easy to Miss

Your “IT guy” might be great at fixing printers or setting up email, but cybersecurity is a whole different game.

Without a structured framework:

  • Firewalls may be misconfigured

  • Devices may go unpatched

  • Staff may be untrained on phishing and scams

Cyber-attacks don’t just target big corporations. Small businesses are often easier targets—and the consequences can be devastating.

 

4. You’re Missing Out on Strategic IT Planning

A solo IT provider is often too busy putting out fires to help you plan for the future. That means:

  • No IT roadmap

  • No budgeting for upgrades

  • No alignment with your business goals

With a Managed IT Service, you get access to a full team and a proven framework—helping you scale, stay secure, and make smarter tech decisions.

 

5. You’re Probably Overpaying for Less

Here’s the kicker: many businesses pay hundreds (or thousands) per month for reactive IT support—without even realising it.

Many IT Service Providers charge $75-$300 per user/month for managed IT services, often bundled with support. At ICTouch, we’ve simplified the model: $35 per device/month for proactive IT management. This includes:

  • System monitoring

  • Regular maintenance

  • Cybersecurity protection

  • Access to our 22-year proven IT framework

Do you need IT support? We offer flexible support options tailored to your business—so you only pay for what you need.

And best of all? No contracts. Cancel anytime.

 

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