Our tools and systems
This is a list of all the tools and systems we use and what we use them for.
What we use
Section titled “What we use”| Tool | What it’s for |
|---|---|
| Google Workspace | Email, calendar, drive and identity |
| Slack | Team communication |
| GitHub | Source control and code review |
| Vercel | Hosting |
| Cloudflare | DNS |
| Claude | Code and general AI use |
| Granola | Meeting summarisation |
| 1Password | Passwords and secrets |
| Docker Desktop | Local containers for development |
| Tailscale | Company VPN and internal network |
Staying secure
Section titled “Staying secure”Multi-factor authentication is enforced on all of the above, and single sign-on is turned on wherever a tool supports it. The kit itself, what you may do with a personal device, and what to do if something is lost are on Your equipment.
Setting up a Mac
Section titled “Setting up a Mac”- Use a unique, long password for your Mac account, and never share it.
- Turn on FileVault, so the disk is encrypted if the machine is lost or stolen.
- Turn on the firewall.
- Keep macOS and your software up to date. Enable automatic updates.
- Lock the screen whenever you step away. Set a short auto-lock timeout (1 or 2 minutes).
- Turn on Find My Mac, so it can be located or wiped remotely if it goes missing.
- Only install software from the App Store or a publisher you trust.
Setting up a personal device (BYOD)
Section titled “Setting up a personal device (BYOD)”If your own phone accesses company email, Slack or other work systems:
- Set a PIN, face or fingerprint unlock that only you know.
- Keep the device’s operating system and apps up to date.
- Turn on Find My / remote wipe, so it can be located or wiped if it goes missing.
- Only install apps from the official app store, and never use jailbroken or rooted device.