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The IT Manager's Morning Routine for Smooth Operations

workro desk team·5 min read·10 May 2026

Why a Morning Routine?

The best IT managers start every day with a quick health scan. This 15-minute routine catches problems before they become emergencies.

The 15-Minute Morning Routine

  • Minutes 1-3: Check server room temperature and UPS status
  • Minutes 4-6: Review overnight backup completion status
  • Minutes 7-9: Check disk space on critical servers
  • Minutes 10-12: Review security alerts from firewall and antivirus
  • Minutes 13-15: Scan open ticket backlog and prioritise today's work

Weekly Additions

  • Monday: Review SLA compliance from last week
  • Wednesday: Check vendor delivery status
  • Friday: Plan next week's maintenance windows