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Structured solution keeping you pretected and connected.
Structured solution keeping you pretected and connected.
Functional, resilient protection for smaller locations. High internet availability through integrated cellular.
Functional, resilient protection for smaller locations. High internet availability through integrated cellular.
Network Security & Protection
Network Security & Protection
Managed WatchGuard firewall
Segmented business/guest networks
Firewall monitoring and policy management.
Cellular and WiFi integrated in firewall allowing for continuous network connectivity.
Data Protection
Data Protection
Managed backups for corporate devices.
Encrypted cloud storage (plan capped)
Verified restore testing
Endpoint Security & Monitoring
Endpoint Security & Monitoring
Endpoint protection agent on corporate workstations.
24/7 automated monitoring for security events.
Managed system updates and patching.
Support Scope (Important)
Support Scope (Important)
Security and backup status reports.
Cyber-insurance requirements assistance and documentation
Remote Assistance
Up to 1 hour per month included
$1050cad/month Retainer
$1050cad/month Retainer
Flat Price Retainer - Includes Firewall rental and 24\7 security monitoring.
Tax inclusive, Before add-ons and Additional endpoint devices.
Minimum term:** 8 months
That is $12,600 Annually. Significantly less that full time onsite IT staff.
Who This Is For
We focus on rural businesses who need support and understand the tyranny of distance. Solid infrastructure and processes with recovery plans.
Cellular connectivity on default firewall allows for internet access over LTE when your main connection fails..
* Small rural and remote businesses with multiple devices.
* Businesses handling operations and customer service, including Point-of-Sale
* Sites without onsite IT, relying on remote support.
* Lodges, Glamping sites, Rural camp sites needing solid IT infrastructure for guest access.
* Small town offices for Accountants, Lawyers, Professionals, etc.
This plan provides quiet, network and agent-based protection that runs in the background while you work.
Your data is protected, recoverable, and auditable — without constant interaction or disruption.
Add-Ons available for this plan. See our Add-Ons page.
Service Scope and Limitations
Service Scope and Limitations
The Ascabyte service plan provides proactive IT management and best-practice reporting. All services are subject to:
Defined support limits,
Device and storage caps,
The contracted service scope.
Only the devices and systems listed in your contract are supported. Service quantities, frequencies, and storage follow the plan limits. Before activating any service plan or add-on, Ascabyte will review your IT environment, confirm eligibility, and provide a detailed quote.
$1050 retainer includes firewall, support for 1 device. Additional devices billed at $125 per month.
Excluded services: The plan does not include:
General IT break-fix
Printer support
Phone support
On-demand troubleshooting
Reactive or emergency support outside the agreed scope requires a separate arrangement.
Backup and Data Management
Backup and Data Management
Backups are stored in a Canadian data centre, ensuring local data jurisdiction compliance.
Physical copies of backups can be requested with a two-week lead time.
This structure supports disaster recovery planning and aligns with regional expectations for data protection.
Compliance Advisory
Compliance Advisory
Ascabyte technicians are not compliance auditors and are not certified in compliance standards. This plan does not guarantee specific compliance outcomes. Instead, Ascabyte:
Implements solutions based on industry best practices,
Provides detailed reports on system configuration and solution effectiveness, which can be used when filing cyber insurance claims or demonstrating due diligence.
Key Takeaways for Clients
Key Takeaways for Clients
Planning first: Pre-activation review ensures clarity about what the plan supports and any additional services required.
Leverage reports: Reports demonstrate IT security and system configuration for policy or internal assessments.
Support limits: The plan is not intended for urgent break-fix or general IT support; consider separate arrangements for these needs.
Data access: Cloud backups are secure in Canada, with hard copy access available if requested in advance.
The Ascabyte service plan is best suited for proactive IT oversight, monitoring, and documentation of IT security practices, rather than immediate incident response or guaranteed compliance certification.
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