Managed IT Services for Businesses Across Alberta
40 Years of Experience
Proactive IT Support Built Around Your Business
Running a business is hard enough without worrying about network downtime, security threats, or IT problems that keep coming back. Longhurst Consulting provides managed IT services that keep your team connected, your data secure, and your systems running the way they should — so you can spend less time troubleshooting technology and more time growing your business.
For more than 40 years, we’ve helped businesses across Alberta build reliable, secure IT environments. Whether you’re a single-location business or a growing organization with multiple sites, our local team provides the proactive monitoring, responsive support, and strategic guidance you need to keep moving forward with confidence.
Unlike many IT providers, Longhurst combines proactive managed IT services with dedicated Account Executives and IT Strategic Advisor services, giving clients both day-to-day support and long-term technology planning.
What's Included in Our Managed IT Services
Proactive Monitoring & Help Desk Support
We monitor your network and systems around the clock to catch problems before they turn into downtime. When you do need us, our help desk is ready with fast, responsive support — remote or on-site.
Network Security & Cybersecurity
We take a cybersecurity-first approach to everything we do, including endpoint protection, threat monitoring, employee cybersecurity awareness training, and secure backup and disaster recovery planning, so your business stays protected against today’s threats.
Desktop & Device Management
From patch management and software deployment to hardware installs and day-to-day troubleshooting, we keep every workstation, laptop, and device on your network running smoothly and securely.
Cloud Services & Microsoft 365
We help businesses plan and complete Microsoft 365 migrations with minimal disruption, including email, files, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, licensing, user setup, and ongoing support — plus broader cloud solutions as your business grows.
IT Strategy Advisor Services
Technology should support your business goals, not just your next repair. Your dedicated IT Strategy Advisor works with your leadership team to develop technology roadmaps, plan future investments, manage hardware lifecycles, strengthen cybersecurity, and ensure your technology supports your long-term business strategy.
How We Get Started
Every engagement starts with understanding your business, not selling you a package. We ask the right questions up front so the plan we build fits how you work.
1.
Assess
We review your current network, systems, and security posture to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities — and to understand where your business is headed.
Implement
We roll out the right mix of monitoring, security, and support tools for your environment, with a plan that minimizes disruption to your day-to-day operations.
Manage & Advise
From there, we manage your IT day-to-day and provide ongoing strategic direction, adjusting your technology roadmap as your business grows and your needs change.
Industries We Serve
We support organizations across a wide range of industries throughout Alberta, including:
- Automotive, farm and RV dealerships
- Healthcare organizations
- Insurance agencies and registries
- Professional, financial, and engineering services
- Agriculture and agri-business
- Logistics and warehouse operations
- Manufacturing
- Oil and gas
No matter your industry, we take the time to understand how your business operates so our support fits the way you work.
Why Businesses Across Alberta Choose Longhurst
- Local Alberta team
- 40+ years serving Alberta
- Fast response times
- Proactive monitoring
- Cybersecurity-first approach
- Strategic IT planning
- Microsoft Solutions Partner
- Apple Authorized Reseller
- Cloud solutions
- Dedicated Account Executive and Strategic IT Advisor
Areas We Serve
We provide managed IT services to businesses throughout Alberta, with local teams supporting:
- Red Deer
- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Lethbridge
- Grande Prairie
- Fort McMurray
- Sherwood Park
- Lloydminster
- Medicine Hat
- Rocky Mountain House
Don’t see your community listed? We support businesses throughout Alberta — reach out and we’ll let you know how we can help.
Managed IT Services FAQs
What's included in managed IT services?
Our managed IT services include 24/7 proactive monitoring, help desk support, network security and cybersecurity, desktop and device management, patch management, data backup and disaster recovery, and strategic technology planning — all for one predictable monthly cost.
How much do managed IT services cost?
Cost depends on the number of users, devices, and the complexity of your environment. We build a custom package around your business rather than a one-size-fits-all price, so the best way to get an accurate number is a short conversation with our team.
What's the difference between managed IT services and break-fix support?
Break-fix support means calling someone after something breaks. Managed IT services are proactive — we monitor your systems around the clock to catch and resolve problems before they cause downtime, for a flat monthly fee instead of an hourly bill.
Do you support businesses with multiple locations across Alberta?
Yes. We support single-location businesses and multi-site organizations alike, with technicians based in Red Deer, Calgary, and Edmonton so we can provide consistent support wherever your team works.
Can Longhurst work alongside our existing internal IT team?
Absolutely. Many of our clients use us as a co-managed partner — we can take on specific projects, provide after-hours monitoring, or add specialized expertise your internal team doesn’t have, rather than replacing them outright.