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Essential Infrastructure: Internet, Hardware, and Devices

Actionable guidance to pick and run the internet, computers, and mobile devices that keep your business on.

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Purpose

Build a reliable foundation—connectivity, computers, and mobile devices—so daily operations stay online and secure.

Context & Assumptions

Small teams in Suriname, CARICOM, and the Netherlands with limited IT support.
Cloud and payment dependent; short tolerances for downtime.
Power stability varies; budgets must stay predictable.

Core Guidance

Tiered baselines (choose the closest fit):

Tier	Team size	Connectivity	Endpoints	Resilience
Solo	1	Single ISP 25/5 Mbps + hotspot	1 laptop, 256GB+ SSD, 8-16GB RAM	Surge strip; cloud backup
Small	2-5	50-100 Mbps + backup (mobile or 2nd ISP)	1 device per person; shared printer/tablet	UPS for modem/router; guest Wi-Fi
Growing	5-20	Dual ISPs with failover + QoS	Mix laptops/desktops; shared storage	UPS on modem/router/switch; tested failover; off-site backup

Decision essentials:

Internet: prioritize uptime and support; speed is secondary; always keep a backup path.
Computers: SSD + 8-16GB RAM minimum; pick laptop vs desktop by mobility needs, not brand.
Mobile: standardize 1-2 models and plans; enforce screen lock, encryption, and remote wipe.
Power: protect networking gear with UPS where outages occur.

Implementation Steps

Map needs: headcount, critical apps, acceptable downtime, budget cap.
Survey local ISPs, indoor Wi-Fi coverage, and power stability.
Select the tier baseline and adjust for any regulatory or industry needs.
Procure and configure: guest Wi-Fi, device encryption, auto-updates, cloud backup.
Test monthly: hotspot/failover works, UPS runtime, restore a sample backup.

Common Pitfalls

Single ISP without hotspot backup.
Paying for high-end CPUs/GPUs while skimping on SSD/RAM.
Mixing personal and business devices without access control.
No power protection; outages take everything down.
Missing inventory; replacements and support become guesswork.

Related Documentation

Disclaimer: Informational only; validate local providers, pricing, and regulations.

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