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Managed IT Support for Small UK Businesses

Managed IT services are delivered with proactive monitoring and security-first setup.

We standardise on Microsoft 365 Business Premium for managed clients so security baselines are applied from day one.

This page outlines our managed IT service scope, delivery standards, and package options for small UK businesses.

Key takeaways

  • Business Premium baseline applied from day one
  • Clear scope with predictable monthly support
  • Proactive monitoring to reduce repeat issues
  • Practical onboarding and accountable delivery

Fixed monthly pricing

UK-based support

Atera monitoring and maintenance

Business Premium baseline from day one

Foundation: Business Premium Baseline

Consistent security posture before any ongoing support begins.

Baseline focus

We standardise on Microsoft 365 Business Premium so every client starts with a hardened, managed, and auditable security baseline.

  • Microsoft 365 Business Premium baseline policies applied from day one.
  • Defender for Business, Intune, and Entra ID configured for consistent protection.
  • Access hygiene, MFA, and device compliance aligned to your risk profile.
  • Standardised security posture so support stays predictable.

Baseline outcomes

A consistent foundation makes support faster, onboarding smoother, and risk easier to manage.

Fixed monthly pricing

UK-based support

Atera monitoring and maintenance

Business Premium baseline from day one

Managed Support

Proactive monitoring, helpdesk coverage, and fast response handling.

Managed IT Support

Day-to-day support with proactive checks and a consistent security baseline.

HelpdeskRemote SupportMaintenance

What's included

  • Remote-first support for user and device issues.
  • Ticket tracking with clear progress and ownership.
  • Routine maintenance to reduce repeat faults.
  • Business Premium baseline aligned for managed clients.

Patch Management

Scheduled updates that reduce risk and improve reliability.

PatchingEndpoint Hygiene

What's included

  • Apply updates for operating systems and core business apps.
  • Track patch status so critical systems are not missed.
  • Reduce known vulnerabilities before they are exploited.

Proactive Monitoring

Atera-led device and service monitoring to spot issues early.

MonitoringAlerts

What's included

  • Monitor health signals across devices and key services with Atera.
  • Trigger alerts before users are fully blocked.
  • Prioritise fixes by operational impact.

Remote Support

Secure remote troubleshooting with clear ticket progress.

Remote AccessSupport Desk

What's included

  • Secure remote sessions for fast issue resolution.
  • Structured incident tracking and escalation.
  • Reduced downtime for distributed and hybrid teams.

Endpoint Security

Practical endpoint and email controls to lower business risk.

SecurityHardeningEmail Protection

What's included

  • Strengthen endpoint and account security baselines with Business Premium.
  • Reduce phishing and malware exposure with layered controls.
  • Keep policies practical so security supports productivity.

Microsoft 365 Management

Secure tenant setup, identity controls, and ongoing admin support.

Microsoft 365IdentityPolicy

What's included

  • Apply Business Premium security baselines and access controls.
  • Support user lifecycle, licensing, and admin operations.
  • Maintain cleaner long-term tenant hygiene.

Backup and Recovery

Reliable backup oversight and recovery readiness planning.

BackupsRecovery

What's included

  • Run scheduled backup routines for key systems.
  • Validate backup health and restore confidence.
  • Support recovery planning for real incidents.

UniFi Networks

Managed UniFi network design, setup, and ongoing optimisation.

UniFiNetworkingWi-Fi

What's included

  • Improve wireless performance and coverage planning.
  • Segment staff, guest, and device traffic securely.
  • Monitor network stability and performance trends.

Domain and DNS Management

Managed domain and DNS control for continuity and reliability.

DNSDomain Control

What's included

  • Manage DNS records safely for email and websites.
  • Reduce downtime from misconfiguration and access issues.
  • Keep ownership and renewal controls documented.

Website Builds and Management

Modern business websites designed for trust and enquiries.

Website DesignManaged Website

What's included

  • Build service pages around real buyer intent.
  • Improve mobile usability and lead conversion paths.
  • Maintain performance and security over time.

AI Workflows & Automation

Optional AI workflows that streamline business processes with human oversight.

AutomationAI Workflows

What's included

  • Automate repetitive admin and business workflows.
  • Implement AI helpers where measurable value is clear.
  • Keep human oversight for quality and governance.

Delivery standards

We combine Atera monitoring with predictable support processes so your team always knows what to expect.

  • Atera monitoring, alerting, and remote support.
  • Proactive patching and maintenance scripting.
  • Clear response-time expectations and accountable ticket handling.
  • Monthly hygiene checks and security reviews.

AI & Automation / Business Optimisation

Internal AI-assisted operations plus optional client workflows.

AI-assisted operations (human-approved)

We use AI internally to triage tickets, surface context faster, and automate repetitive tasks. Engineers review and approve actions so support stays secure and accountable.

  • AI-assisted triage and diagnostics with engineer approval.

AI workflows & automation (optional)

Separate from core support, we deliver optional AI workflows that improve business processes, Microsoft 365 productivity, and secure AI usage. These are scoped projects with clear outcomes.

  • Optional AI workflows to improve business processes.
  • Microsoft 365 productivity optimisation and secure AI usage guidance.

How It All Connects

Your support stack works best when everything is connected. Atera monitors devices and raises alerts, while maintenance scripts keep endpoints healthy.

Microsoft 365 is secured with Business Premium baseline policies, UniFi networks are managed consistently, and security reviews keep performance and protection reliable.

Monitor

Atera monitors devices and services, so problems are spotted early.

Alert

Alerts are reviewed quickly and prioritised before issues escalate.

Fix

Remote support and maintenance scripts resolve common faults fast.

Secure

Business Premium baselines (Defender, Intune, Entra ID) reduce avoidable risk.

Prevent

Ongoing maintenance and standards reduce repeat issues month after month.

Package Comparison

A simple starting point. We can tailor from here.

Essentials

  • Managed IT helpdesk support
  • Atera monitoring and alerts
  • Remote support and ticketing
  • Asset and device visibility
  • Proactive maintenance scripting

Recommended

Secure

  • Everything in Essentials
  • Business Premium baseline hardening
  • MFA and access control support
  • Email security hygiene and checks
  • Priority response handling
  • Monthly security-focused reviews

Complete

  • Everything in Secure
  • Optional advanced controls scoped to your risk profile
  • UniFi network management (installed by us)
  • Full stack coordination across IT + security
  • Website management option under one provider
  • Higher-touch proactive optimisation

What We Don't Do

  • We do not manage random consumer routers.
  • We only support UniFi networks we install, so performance stays consistent.
  • We do not leave email security on risky defaults.
  • We do not use shared admin accounts.
  • We do not rely on reactive fixes as a long-term support model.

Not sure where to start?

Tell us what you need and we'll recommend the best-fit package.