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Managed Services
 
System downtime, viruses, spyware, lost productivity; if these problems are impacting your business, it is time to make technology work for you.

 

At ITS, we understand the importance of reliable technology. We also know that organizations are constantly challenged by the demand for productivity, services, and income-generation while coping with technology constraints.

 

Our focus is to keep your IT systems operational, available and secure so that you can focus on the expansion of your business, cost management, and revenue growth.  We want to help you realize the productivity gains and Return-On-Investment that you expect from your computer systems.

 

Managed Information Technology (MIT) from ITS consists of various service level offerings that provide affordable proactive IT management and support. Utilizing our unique IT management framework, ITS provides a range of proactive services designed to optimize your technology investment and maximize the productivity of your people and business.

 

It's not just about monitoring to let you know when something is wrong; and it’s not just about remote access to your systems to troubleshoot issues.

 

It's about a proactive approach to IT systems management.

 

This is achieved through the use of a set of "Best Practices" that we have engineered over decades of collective experience.

 

Here are just a few examples:

 

           Spyware Detection and Removal

           Virus Protection

           Disk Drive Analysis

           Security and Software Patch Management

           Application Usage

           Hardware Usage

           System Auditing

           Disaster Preparedness and Recovery

           End-user Policy Enforcement

 

Our unique methods of automation give you an instant response time, reporting capabilities, upgrade plans and trend projections.

 

Managed IT gives you the competitive edge.
 

By maximizing the benefits of technology, periodic IT functions can be automated and scheduled to ensure that all tasks are completed and reported consistently, without fail.

 

As the tasks run, valuable data is gathered to spot trends and patterns which can be used to plan system changes or enhancements. This reduces or eliminates any impact on the business.

 

Consistency fosters reliability, resulting in predictable costs.

 

Managed IT Features

 

           Site Assessment and Inventory

           Proactive Service

           Management and Status Reporting

           Best Practices

           Automation and Reliability

 

We keep you informed by providing regular communication and executive reports covering the overall health of your computer network and the results of our services. All communication and issues associated with your users and systems is tracked, reported and retained for analytical, historical and audit purposes.  All information is secured using industry-standard encryption.

 

Managed IT Benefits

 

           Reliability

           Security

           Consistency

           Productivity Gains

           Cost Management and Control

           Performance

           Managed Expansion and Growth

 

Our goal is to serve as your technology partner with a focus on providing solutions. By evaluating your business and technology needs, we can propose the best solutions for your current and future requirements.

 

ITS provides offers a unified foundation of professional knowledge and the resources needed to streamline system management and support at an affordable price. Advanced processes, tools and methodologies combine to deliver superior services that match your needs. Choose the full-service plan or enhanced augmentation of your in-house IT staff.

 

Select Managed IT from Information Technology Solutions -- the pinnacle of service.
 
 Managed Services Plans
 
 

 

Service

Basic

Premium

Ultimate

GENERAL SUPPORT

 

 

 

On-site Support

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X   

Advanced Software Operational Support

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X   

Report Analysis/Recommendations

Standard Rate

X   

X

Network Monitoring/Alerts  24/7/365                  

X

X

X

Email/Voicemail Support

X

X

X

Help Desk / Trouble Ticketing

X

X

X

Monthly Status/Activity Reports

X

X

X

Response Time

10 Business Hours

2 Hours

1 Hour

Secure Remote Support

M-F 8-5 Queued

24/7/365 (Emergencies)

24/7/365 (Emergencies)

Discount on Basic rates for all work not covered by Service Plan.

0%

25%

25%

 

 

 

 

SERVER / PC / NETWORK MAINTENANCE

 

 

 

Microsoft Exchange Management

Standard Rate

X

X

Microsoft Software License Assistance

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X

Branch Office and Remote User VPN Management

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X

Microsoft Patch Management

Standard Rate

X

X

Software Deployment/Update

Standard Rate

X

X

Web Filtering Software Management

Standard Rate

X

X

Firewall Firmware Management (selected brands - requires support agreement with manufacturer)

Standard Rate

X

X

Hardware/Software Inventory

X

X

X

Windows Error Monitoring/Alerts

X

X

X

 

 

 

 

SECURITY

 

 

 

Corporate Anti-virus/Anti-spyware Software Management (requires separate software subscription)

Problem Notification Only

X

X

Data Recovery Preparedness Verification

(requires Symantec Backup Exec or equivalent)

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X

Network/Server Backup Management

(requires Symantec Backup Exec or equivalent)

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X

User Account/Password Administration

Standard Rate

Reduced Rate

X

 

 

 

 

X= Included at no extra charge

 

 

 

Managed Services Glossary

 
Advanced Software Operational Support:  Depending upon the complexity of your systems (proprietary databases, non-standard software, complex configurations, etc.), your software environment may be considered advanced.  This support service addresses operational issues, not functionality (e.g., “How do I perform a mail-merge?”) or enhancements.

Anti-spyware Software Management:  For selected anti-spyware software, ITS will ensure that the software and definitions are up-to-date, helping to protect your network from this invasive and costly threat.

Branch Office and Remote User VPN Management:   ITS can implement secure remote access from branch offices and remote users, provide assistance with connectivity issues, and modify user access as requirements change.

Corporate Anti-virus Software Management:  For selected anti-virus software, ITS will ensure that the software and definitions are up-to-date (provided a valid support agreement exists with the software manufacturer), helping to keep your network safe.

Data Recovery Preparedness Verification:  This optional service involves periodic testing of your data backup system to verify the ability to recover critical data.  Selected backup systems are supported.

Discounts:   Depending upon the Service Plan selected, you may be eligible for a discounted hourly rate for additional services performed, such as new implementations and network upgrades.

Email/Voicemail Support:   Assistance may be requested by calling our support telephone number and opting to leave voicemail or sending an Email via our web site.

Firewall Firmware Management:   If your organization utilizes selected firewall brands and maintains the required vendor support agreements, ITS will install firmware updates to help ensure continued operation of the firewall.

Hardware/Software Inventory:   Utilizing specialized technology, ITS can determine the specific hardware and software present in your servers and computers.  This information is invaluable for determining the need for upgrades and to ensure software licensing compliance.

Help Desk/Trouble Ticketing:   Requests for assistance may be initiated using our ticketing system in which pertinent information is entered by computer and forwarded to our Help Desk.  If this service is not available, assistance may be obtained through Email or by telephone.

Microsoft Exchange Management/Patches:   This optional service helps to ensure the successful operation of your Exchange Server(s) by monitoring disk space and essential components; also included are Email user/address modifications.

Microsoft Patch Management:   Patches are updates to existing software to resolve known problems or improve security.  We monitor and maintain software patches for Microsoft Windows and Office software.

Microsoft Software License Assistance:   We install and support only properly-licensed software.  After obtaining accurate information about your installed software, we can provide recommendations to ensure that your software is licensed in accordance with the manufacturer’s policies.

Monthly Status/Activity Reports:   A monthly Executive Summary showing the network status and selected activities will be generated.  Additional detailed reports are available upon request.

Network Monitoring/Alerts:  Supported network components and servers will be monitored to detect problem areas and potential risks.  Critical event alerts will be generated automatically.

On Site Support:  If a problem cannot be resolved remotely, a service representative will be dispatched according to the urgency of the problem.  On-site support will be provided only after remote services have been unsuccessful in addressing the issue.

Report Analysis/Recommendations:   Network status reports will be analyzed to determine trends and potential problem areas.  Appropriate recommendations for improvement or mitigation will be offered.

Response Time:   This is the amount of time between our receipt of a request for assistance (by ticketing system, Email, or telephone) and our first response (by telephone, Email, or remote access).   The first response typically involves the initiation of a service order, a request for additional information, some problem diagnosis, and possibly a resolution to the problem; follow-up support may be required to resolve the problem and close the case.

Secure Remote Support:   A service representative may utilize a secure remote connection to your network to diagnose and resolve a problem, make requested modifications, or perform routine maintenance.  All representatives adhere to our confidentiality policy and all information is properly encrypted when being transferred.

Software Deployment/Update:   Installing and updating software throughout a network can be time-consuming and error-prone.  When applicable, we can work with your software vendor to implement an automated process that installs or updates the software with minimal human intervention.

Symantec Backup Exec Management:  If your organization uses the Symantec Backup Exec data backup system, we will monitor the backups for successful completion and maintain the software updates required to keep the system running smoothly.

User Account/Password Administration:  ITS service technicians can add, modify, and delete network user accounts and reset lost or compromised passwords.

Web Filtering Software Management:   If your network employs web filtering technology, we can ensure proper operation of the software; additional fees may apply for modifying specific settings (e.g., maintaining “black lists” or “white lists”).

Windows Monitoring/Alerts:  The Windows Operating System on your servers and computers will be monitored to detect problem areas and potential risks.  Critical event alerts will be generated automatically.

Please contact us with any further questions.


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