May 29, 2015
Once you’ve decided to hire an IT consultant or a managed services provider, it’s time for an IT assessment. If you’re thinking the process is going to be expensive, don’t worry – many IT service providers offer low-cost or complimentary assessments —including ITS. We’ll show how and where you can improve your overall structure without breaking the bank.
The following is an overview of how ITS conducts its complimentary assessment.
Overview of Systems
First things first: What systems do you have in place? Before contacting an IT service provider, make note of the following:
This information will assist the provider in completing a through evaluation by pinpointing opportunities to improve the efficiency of your systems—or recommend new systems or technologies you may not have considered.
ITS takes a unique approach to IT assessments by looking first at ways to leverage your existing hardware to maximize your return on investment. We then ensure your organization is using the latest, cutting-edge technologies to meet its goals.
The end result will be ease of management, more efficient storage infrastructure, and increased flexibility for future growth.
Staffing
What good are upgraded systems without the staff to effectively operate them? ITS can identify opportunities to improve your staffing, and provide the supplemental personnel required. After assessing and reporting how your IT environment is run, ITS will make sure your support staff understands how to operate these tools. For example, if you’re concerned about the efficacy of your IT security, ITS will scour your infrastructure to ensure the network is secure – and before leaving, we’ll make sure your staff has access to and familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools so you can audit systems in the future and continue to safeguard your virtual assets.
Network Capabilities
Looking to virtualize your servers or consolidate your servers? ITS has the comprehensive networking and IT expertise required to optimize your networking capabilities by articulating what options are available and how to implement those new programs.
If an IT assessment is in the cards, make sure you reach out to an experienced provider offering a complimentary service. This guarantees that your enterprise will know all the possibilities current technology offers, and the costs to implement an IT upgrade before you commit your funds.
Thanks for reading,
Rob Connary, President - COO
