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Managed IT Support Services Red Deer
ARE MANAGED SERVICES RIGHT FOR ME?
If you are wondering if Managed Services are right for you, the answer is yes. We offer a variety of Managed Services Solutions here at Longhurst Consulting.
Without the use of technology there is not a business out there that could reach its full potential without it. This is why we consider each company as a technology company. We believe that an honorable partner is needed to help make technology work for your business, this is where Longhurst comes in.
Managed IT Support Services is for you whether you are wanting to outsource all your IT, build a custom solution for your individualized business needs, or complement internal staffing. At Longhurst Consulting, we are here to assist you.
Longhurst’s office is located in Red Deer, Alberta and provides IT solutions Canada-wide.
Network Support Company
To work effectively, as well as guarantee that the work is done right, your business needs a network and a systems management tool-set that provides IT solutions swiftly, proactively and also cost-effective. Longhurst Consulting provides an extensive tool-set that consists of remote network control, end-point security, reporting and monitoring, which is delivered by qualified expert service technicians from a vendor-authorized company.
Challenges Affecting Your Business:
- Time and effort management of non-technical staff overseeing IT operations
- Exposure to regulatory and audit compliance
- Security and risk of loss of critical business data
- Predictability and management of IT costs
- Interruption of vital IT systems or services
- Cost and impact of unpredictable IT outages
Managed Solutions Factors
- Monitor: Alerts and performance generated by IT assets on the network – an overall health check.
- Manage: Firewalls, anti-virus, anti-spam, UPS, e-mail, business critical software, network devices and vendor relations.
- Maintain: Inventory management, network documentation, perform critical software updates and firmware revisions, and end-user support.
- Maximize: The full value of your IT investment and the asset that your internal staff can deliver by focusing upon your business.
Managed Solutions Benefits
- State of the art toolset and technical expertise accessible for your business
- Boost in productivity through efficient use of automation
- Increased consistency of systems and availability
- IT operating costs and predictable
- Reporting capability combined with consultation that allows you to obtain insight on your operations
Improve your network
Longhurst Consulting offers complete managed IT services for organizations throughout Red Deer and Central Alberta.
Over the years, we have developed an excellent understanding of IT needs for any size of organization and industry. With an experienced team of network experts behind us, Longhurst Consulting offers a comprehensive approach to IT support and consulting services.
Managed IT Services We Offer
At Longhurst Consulting we have the flexibility to design a customized IT program for your organization which suits your unique situation. While some companies only need “the basics”, other businesses are always interested in new technology which can significantly impact their efficiency. Each organization is different, which is why we offer you the choice of ongoing maintenance and support or standalone services on an as-needed basis.
Some of Our IT Services Include
Designing and implementing an effective IT infrastructure for your organization
Managing and monitoring desktops, servers and networks to optimize efficiency
Server and workstation backups
Installation and management of virus / spyware / spam protection software
Firewall installation and management
Secure email hosting and management
Remote email access
And More
For more information or to arrange an initial consultation for your organization’s network monitoring and maintenance, please contact Longhurst Consulting today. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
CO-MANAGED it services
When your in-house IT team is not able to spend time on being innovative and driving up business objectives because they are spending too much time putting out fires and changing passwords, then you need Longhurst Consulting’s Co-Managed Services. When you are supporting multiple users, it is near impossible to support the entire field of new and upcoming technologies and keep up-to-date on the latest knowledge. Your IT personnel will be able to focus their time on growing your business when you allow Longhurst Consulting to daily handle the managing systems.
When you allow us to support your in-house team, we provide the bench strength of technical expertise. In whatever way necessary, we will support your team. There are many skills required to manage, implement and monitor the complex IT requirements of your business, and it is sometimes not possible to cover all that is required. This is where Longhurst Consulting comes in.
Our Co-Managed Services will allow you to outsource IT services that you choose and will provide the bench strength that you need to allow your business to become first-rate. Longhurst Consulting’s co-managed IT solutions are available throughout Canada. Our set monthly fee includes:
- On-Site & Instant Remote Support
- Technology Leadership & Strategy
- Proactive Management
- Security Essentials
- Expert IT Support
- 3rd Party Vendor Management
- Extensive Reporting
- Best-in-Class Tools
MORE SERVICES
Customer Success is our most important objective and we’ve created a customer support system that delivers just that.