DESIGN IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME
IT CONSULTING
Define your IT strategy and chart a clear path forward with CIO Solutions’ objective IT consulting services.
The advice and direction you need so you can get where you want to go quickly, on schedule, and on budget.
VISION & STRATEGY
Planning for where you are AND where you’re going
30+ years of experience has confirmed to us that the most effective IT strategies don’t just focus on the tools.
One size does not fit all.
We look at how you use your technology and what is and isn’t working. Conserving what we can and focusing on building a long-term strategy that can adapt scale over time.
OUR IT CONSULTING
PROCESS
Quick fixes may solve the immediate issue – but they’re going to cause problems down the road.
We take the time to look at the whole picture.
Ensuring that your solutions are optimized for your business needs, clearly defined, and strategic for your future.
DESIGN IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME
LEARN
What are we working with?
Identify existing solutions, needs, and challenges.
We start by understanding your business from multiple angles: your current environment, workflows, current pain points, and future vision.
This understanding of your big picture (not just how the technology works, but how you use it) provides the foundation for creating a long-term strategy.
DESIGN
What are the options?
Co-create the direction forward.
Collaboration is key here! Our vCIOs dig into the current environment, what’s working and what isn’t, and where your company wants to be.
We work with you to map out a plan that works with your budget, timeline, and goals. Only changing what adds value to your business- preserving and enhancing what is working.
IMPLEMENT
What are we executing?
Choose how quickly or slowly you’d prefer to move.
Our Strategic Client Services team works closely with our skilled project engineers to implement your defined plan.
The close collaboration of our strategic resources and our implementation resources ensures that the plan is executed accurately.
With your strategic plan in motion, your business can continue to grow and develop your technology solutions.
Strategic Client Services Team
We are your trusted advisors
Helping you sift through the noise, make sense of your options, and chart the best path toward achieving your goals.
Our Strategic Client Services team is made up of dedicated vCIOs (technology strategists) and Client Success Managers.
This team evaluates emerging changes in the industry, advises on best practices, and designs business IT strategies.
Our experts currently serve over 300 clients across industries, sizes, and compliance requirements. This extensive insight can help you plan for YOUR big picture.
IT CONSULTING AREAS AND IMPLEMENTATION:
- Virtualization / Server Consolidation
- Tiered & Enterprise Storage
- Disaster Recovery
- Microsoft Technologies
- Cloud-Based Backups
- WAN Acceleration
- Switching & Routing Implementation
- Security / Online Security
- In-House IT Department Structures & Tools
- and more
Why a Clear IT Strategy Matters
Inconsistent solutions impact your business more than you realize.
Varied consulting approaches and one-off projects often result in disorganized infrastructure, complicated processes, and inconsistent applications.
This adds up in time and money.
A strategic IT plan, on the other hand, aims to streamline the process. Rather than just adding more tools and processes, we look at “why” certain tools are needed and “how” they interact.
A clear strategy that prioritizes ease of use and scalability will not only enhance your productivity now but also provide a reliable path forward as your business evolves.
What to Expect
As a new client
We focus on getting you off on the right foot.
Familiarize ourselves with your existing environment.
Identify your highest priority pain points and long-term goals.
Advise on the best solutions to resolve those pain points and create a stable foundation.
As an established client
We focus on keeping you current all the time.
Regular Strategic IT business reviews are led by our vCIOs to check in.
Evaluate anything that’s changed.
Work with our project team to implement any changes.
A COMPREHENSIVE IT STRATEGY IS GREAT,
but it’s most effective with ongoing maintenance and daily support.
Learn more about Full-Service IT Management!
Let’s explore your options and how to get the most out of your IT solutions.
Request a free consultation!