What is an app stack in business IT?

An app stack is the collection of essential applications every business needs. Our stack includes Microsoft 365 Business Basic, with Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and web Office apps, plus optional add-ons like Copilot, Project, and Power Platform.

Why does every business need an app stack?

An app stack gives businesses clarity, consistency, and security. Instead of scattered tools, you get a proven baseline of apps covering productivity, communication, backup, and security.

Can I add more apps later?

Yes. Our baseline Microsoft stack covers the essentials, but you can add Copilot, Project, Power Platform, and Azure to scale with your needs.

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What is an 'App Stack'?

An App Stack is a collection of software applications and tools that work together to support your business operations. It includes everything from productivity and collaboration apps to security and automation solutions, ensuring your business runs efficiently and securely.

At IT Desk, our App Stack is built around the Microsoft ecosystem, cybersecurity tools, and additional business-enhancing applications to give you a complete, optimised IT environment.

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And why an App Stack?

After 19+ years, we’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. Every business needs a minimum set of apps to stay secure, collaborative, and compliant. That’s why our stack includes these essentials.

Clarity over chaos

Replaces scattered tools with one proven setup.

Covers the essentials

Security, productivity, communication, and back up.

Saves time & money

No trial-and-error or duplicate apps.

Scales with you

Add AI, BI, or ERP when ready.

Trusted & proven

The same stack we run for every client.

Keeps you secure & compliant

Built-in protection against modern threats.

Our Microsoft Stack

What's included in the app stack?

Built on the Microsoft 365 Business Basic license, our Microsoft Stack includes Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and the web versions of Office apps — everything a business needs to stay connected and productive from day one.

From there, you can expand with add-ons like Copilot for AI productivity, Project for management, and the full Power Platform for automation — customising your IT to fit your business needs.

Outlook
Business email, calendar, and contacts in one place.
Teams
Chat, calls, and video meetings for hybrid work.
SharePoint
Central hub for files, projects, and team sites.
OneDrive
1TB secure cloud storage with easy file sharing.
Office 365
Word/Excel/PowerPoint
Core apps for documents, data, and presentations.
Planner
Visual task boards to keep projects on track.
Lists
Track and organise information like assets or issues.
Forms
Build quick surveys and feedback forms.
To-Do
Simple task manager synced across devices.
Bookings
Online booking system for appointments and services.
Power Apps
Build custom apps with low-code tools.
Power Automate
Automate repetitive workflows across apps.
Power BI
Connect data, apps, and automation for deeper insights.
Project
Advanced project planning and resource management.
Copilot
AI assistant that boosts productivity across Microsoft apps.
Azure
Cloud services for hosting, scaling, and securing IT workloads.

Questions?

Microsoft offers Business Basic, Business Standard, and Business Premium, each with varying levels of productivity tools, security, and management features.
Business Basic – Includes Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Exchange, and web versions of Office apps.

Business Standard – Adds desktop versions of Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and advanced collaboration tools.

Business Premium – Includes everything in Standard plus enhanced security, device management, and advanced threat protection.
Yes! If you're on a monthly license, meaning you pay monthly for your license, you can upgrade or add additional licenses at any time your monthly license renews. If your business opts for an annual, upfront license, you will be tied into this license until the end of that billing period - after this billing period, you can upgrade!
Absolutely! You can assign different licenses to different users depending on their role and requirements, ensuring cost efficiency and flexibility.
Firstly, every business is different. We help assess your business needs and recommend the right Microsoft licenses and add-ons to optimise productivity, efficiency, security, and collaboration. We want what's best for you.

Microsoft 365 is utilised by over 3.7 million companies worldwide.

Source: Expert Insights

Our Cybersecurity Stack

Our Security Stack provides comprehensive protection for your business, safeguarding data, devices, and networks against cyber threats. It includes antivirus, email anti-spam, firewalls, and password management to keep your systems secure. With Microsoft 365 and server backups, your critical data is protected against loss, ensuring business continuity.

Antivirus

Blocks malware and ransomware to prevent downtime and data loss.

Microsoft 365 Backup

Independent backup of emails & files for quick recovery, compliance, and peace of mind.

Email Anti-spam

Filters spam and phishing to protect users and prevent breach.

Server Backup

Copies server data to allow system restore if it fails or after an attack.

Firewalls

Monitors and blocks unauthorised traffic to secure networks and sensitive data.

Password Manager

Stores and encrypts passwords to reduce the chance of a breach and enforces strong logins.

Questions?

Antivirus software detects, blocks, and removes malware, ransomware, and viruses before they can cause harm. It provides real-time protection and helps prevent unauthorised access to company data.
Even with security measures in place, human error, cyberattacks, and system failures can lead to data loss. Regular backups ensure you can restore important files, emails, and business-critical data quickly without major disruption.
Email is one of the most common ways cybercriminals deliver phishing attacks and malware. Email anti-spam filters block malicious emails, prevent phishing attempts, and reduce the risk of business email compromise (BEC).
Firewalls act as a barrier between your network and potential cyber threats, blocking unauthorised access, suspicious traffic, and hacking attempts while allowing legitimate communication to flow securely.
Weak or reused passwords are a leading cause of security breaches. A password manager ensures employees use strong, unique passwords for each account while enabling secure sharing and multi-factor authentication for added protection.