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September 06, 2025

IT infrastructure – ready for Q4?

 

The Q4 risk for Dutch SMEs

42% of Dutch SMBs did not perform a back-to-business IT check in July. This means that almost half of the companies are at increased risk of downtime, data breaches and compliance issues in Q4. While this is precisely the quarter in which performance, continuity and customer confidence are crucial.

At ALTA-ICT, we see that many SMEs do want to invest in security and stability, but often only act when problems already arise. With our ISO27001-certified approach, we ensure that Dutch companies are proactively prepared.

Preventing Data Breaches – ISO 27001 Approach

What is IT infrastructure and why essential for Dutch companies?

IT infrastructure includes hardware, cloud solutions, networks and security systems that form the backbone of any business. In the Dutch context, additional factors come into play:

  • AVG/NEN7510 compliance for data and privacy

  • DigiD/BIO standards in government and healthcare

  • Cost control through limited SME budgets

A robust IT infrastructure means not only technology in order, but also strategic value: continuity, competitive advantage and customer trust.

 

How do you implement a future-proof IT infrastructure?

Step 1: Assessment & Planning

  • IT audit in accordance with ISO27001

  • Compliance check (AVG/NEN7510)

  • Business impact analysis

Step 2: Design & Preparation

  • Cloud optimization (99.9% uptime SLAs)

  • Security by design

  • Change management

Step 3: Implementation & Testing

  • Phased rollout without downtime

  • Awareness training for employees

  • Real-time monitoring

Step 4: Optimization & Maintenance

  • 24/7 monitoring & support

  • Performance Tuning

  • Annual compliance audits

 

Common mistakes in Q4 and how ALTA-ICT prevents them

  • ❌ No back-to-business check → ✔ Proactive audits

  • ❌ Reactive security approach → ✔ Continuous monitoring

  • ❌ Underestimating compliance → ✔ Dutch AVG/NEN expertise

  • ❌ IT without ROI focus → ✔ Measurable performance improvement

 

ROI of a robust IT infrastructure for SME Netherlands

  • Downtime reduction: 35% less outages on average

  • Cost savings: Up to 20% lower IT management costs through cloud optimization

  • Compliance assurance: preventing high AVG fines

  • Continuity: Strengthens customer confidence and corporate image

 

The ALTA-ICT approach – Why we make a difference.

At ALTA-ICT, we provide:
✅ ISO27001/ISO9001/NEN7510 certified IT audits
✅ Proactive security and performance optimization
✅ Dutch compliance expertise (AVG/NEN7510)
✅ 24/7 monitoring and support

With our proven track record, we help companies in healthcare, government, finance and SMBs to move from seeing IT as a risk to a strategic advantage.

 

FAQ – IT infrastructure Q4 (Netherlands 2025)

1. When should I perform an IT check?
Ideally before Q4 or immediately after major changes.

2. How high is the risk of data breaches in the Netherlands?
In 2024, the AP reported more than 25,000 data breaches – most due to preventable errors.

3. What does an IT audit cost?
Depending on company size – average less than 10% of the cost of one major incident.

4. How quickly can ALTA-ICT perform a scan?
Within 2 weeks, we schedule a full audit and advisory report.

 

Conclusion & Call-to-Action

Q4 is the most important quarter of the year. A weak IT infrastructure can not only cause downtime, but also cost customers and damage reputation.

At ALTA-ICT, we make sure your organization is ready for Q4.

👉 Book your free consultation here

 

Reference

¹https://www.linkedin.com/posts/altaict_mkb-backtobusiness-altaict-activity-7359939017733283840-afpl

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