Managed IT Services for Small Businesses in Ontario

Fort44 Inc. — Your Fractional IT Team (FIT)

Technology should power your business, not slow it down. At Fort44, we deliver managed IT services for small businesses—with proactive monitoring, real cybersecurity, dependable backups, and fast, friendly support.

Instead of wasting hours troubleshooting or worrying about security, you get an entire Fractional IT Team at your side: experts in cloud, helpdesk, cybersecurity, and strategy. Predictable costs, and IT that grows with your business—so you can focus on serving customers and scaling with confidence.

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Why Small Businesses Across Ontario Need Managed IT

Running a small business is tough enough. Between payroll, customer service, and growth targets, the last thing you need is downtime, cyber threats, or unexpected IT bills.

That’s where Fort44 comes in.

We provide Ontario small businesses with fully managed IT services that combine:

Strategic IT planning for long-term growth
24/7 monitoring & alerting
Real-world cybersecurity protection
Backup and disaster recovery you can trust
Cloud & Microsoft 365 administration

Instead of a single “IT guy” who’s stretched thin, Fort44 gives you a Fractional IT Team (FIT) — a bench of specialists across support, cloud, cybersecurity, and strategy. Scaled to your needs, predictable in cost, and designed to let you focus on running your business.

What Other Companies Think

Our marketing agency has been partnered with Fort44 to manage our IT and file management needs for many years. The whole team at Fort44 has always been amazing to work with and we truly value their professionalism, their insight and their high level of support.

Dave Weber

Director of Client Services

Excellent Team! Fort44 is proactive and highly responsive, quickly identifying issues our previous provider missed. Since switching, our multisite veterinary clinic has faced minimal disruptions, and any issues are resolved promptly. Our IT support inquiries have significantly reduced! I confidently recommend them.

Rod Wieringa

Owner/Vet

Fort44 has been a great partner for us. They have been very professional, trustworthy, and knowledgeable as we have had to upgrade our IT. Their staff are accommodating, friendly, and I appreciate that they look out for the long term needs of our business.

Aaron Armstrong

Owner

The Fort44 Advantage

Most providers focus only on fixing what’s broken. Fort44 does more:

Fractional IT Team (FIT): Specialists across helpdesk, cloud, security, and strategy.
Predictable Costs: Transparent managed service plans—no surprise invoices.
Security First: Layered defence with MFA, monitoring, user training, and tested backups.
Strategic Leadership: Virtual CIO guidance so your tech isn’t just working—it’s aligned to your business goals.
Built for SMBs: We know Ontario small businesses need practical solutions, fast response, and real results.

Our Core Managed IT Services

1) IT Strategy & vCIO Services

We don’t just fix problems—we plan for your success.

Annual IT roadmap aligned to your growth goals
Budget forecasting for upgrades and projects
Risk registers and prioritized improvement plans
Vendor management (internet, phones, SaaS)
Executive-level IT leadership without a full-time CIO salary

2) Helpdesk & Monitoring

Average call pickup this week: 21 seconds
Max call wait time this week: 45 seconds
Always-on monitoring for servers, networks, and endpoints
Remote troubleshooting to keep your team productive
Friendly, plain-language support — no jargon, no scripts

3) Cybersecurity for Small Business

Small businesses are now the #1 target for cyberattacks. Fort44 deploys enterprise-grade security that fits SMB budgets:

Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Endpoint detection & response (EDR)
Email security & phishing protection
User security awareness training
Firewall & network hardening
Continuous monitoring for suspicious activity

4) Backup & Disaster Recovery

What happens if ransomware hits tomorrow? Or your server dies?

With Fort44, you’re ready.

Automated backups (local + cloud)
Regular restore testing so you know recovery works
Disaster recovery plans built for your business size
Fast restore options to minimize downtime

5) Cloud & Microsoft 365 Management

Cloud tools are powerful—but only when managed properly.

Tenant configuration and licensing management
Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive governance
Cost optimization so you don’t overpay
Secure remote access for hybrid teams

6) Network & Device Management

Your network is the backbone of your business. We keep it strong.

Firewall, Wi-Fi, and VPN standards
Patch and update management for servers and workstations
Asset inventory and lifecycle management
Endpoint configuration baselines for consistency

Who We Support Across Ontario

Our managed IT services are designed for Ontario SMBs in industries where uptime, security, and compliance matter:

Professional Services (law firms, accountants, consultants)
Healthcare & Clinics (privacy-first IT and secure email)
Manufacturing & Trades (automation, uptime, remote access)
Agriculture & Agri-business (field connectivity and data protection)
Retail & Hospitality (POS reliability, Wi-Fi segmentation, secure payments)

No matter your industry, if you’re a small business in Ontario, we’re here to keep your technology simple, secure, and predictable.

Managed IT vs DIY IT: What’s at Stake?

Many Ontario SMBs rely on an overworked employee or part-time IT help. The risks:

Downtime costs: Even one hour offline can mean lost sales and productivity.
Cyberattacks: 82% of breaches target small businesses.
Compliance gaps: Insurance and regulators now demand MFA, and backups.
Hidden costs: Lost productivity, wasted staff hours, and rushed fixes.

Fort44 turns IT into a competitive advantage: faster work, less downtime, stronger security, and strategic alignment.

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