Resources
Welcome to our Resources page, your hub for smart, practical tools to help you make informed IT decisions. From checklists to in-depth guides, these free downloads are designed to support your business strategy, improve cybersecurity, and simplify IT management. Explore, download, and take the guesswork out of growing with the right technology partner.
2025 MSP Evaluation Guide
Choosing the right IT partner is critical, but how do you know you’re making the best choice? This free guide from Open Approach provides 27 essential questions to ask any potential MSP (Managed Service Provider) before signing a contract. It exposes industry secrets, breaks down confusing service models, and helps you avoid costly mistakes.
Whether you’re evaluating a new IT provider or double-checking your current one, this guide will give you the confidence to make an informed decision.
Download the guide now and take control of your IT future.
Boardroom IT Readiness Checklist
Is your IT strategy driving growth—or dragging you down?
This quick, 10-question checklist helps leadership teams assess whether their current IT approach is strategic, scalable, and secure, or stuck in reactive mode. If your technology isn’t actively supporting your goals, it’s time to take a closer look.
Use this simple tool to spark boardroom-level conversations and identify where your IT may be holding your business back.
The Smart Guide to Switching IT Providers
Thinking about changing IT providers but not sure where to start?
This guide walks you through the real reasons businesses switch IT partners, how to spot red flags, and exactly what to look for in a new provider. It’s equal parts strategic, practical, and entertaining (yes, really)—written for business leaders who are tired of jargon and just want better results. Inside, you’ll find:
– A vendor checklist to guide your transition
– A sample 4-week timeline for a smooth handoff
– 10 must-ask questions to vet your next provider
– A no-fluff look at what great IT support should be