No Excuses, Just Effective Outsourced IT Support

That Empower Your Chicago Business

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We’re In The Business Of Reducing Risks, Earning Trust, And Fixing Tech Headaches Fast.

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Florian Militaru

President & IT Consultant

If your tools are unreliable, your team suffers. Missed messages, access issues, and constant delays are not just frustrating. They get in the way of doing great work.

Why Put Up With It Any Longer?

You should not be stuck managing your own IT issues or waiting around for help that never comes. Every email glitch, software crash, or network failure wastes time, interrupts service, and holds your team back from doing their best work. These problems drain resources, frustrate your staff, and prevent your business from reaching its full potential.

Get fast, expert outsourced IT support from people who understand your business. We eliminate daily tech problems, stabilize your systems, and give you the tools and confidence to focus on what matters most.

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Azure Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified
Azure Administrator Microsoft Certified
Teams Support Engineer Microsoft 365 Certified
Security Operations Analyst Microsoft Certified
Speciality Microsoft Certified
Security Administrator Microsoft 365 Certified
Modern Desktop Administrator Microsoft 365 Certified
Enterprise Administrator Microsoft 365 Certified
Certification Exam Microsoft
Azure Virtual Desktop Microsoft Certified
Associate Microsoft Certified
Azure Fundamentals Microsoft Certified
Fundamentals Microsoft 365 Certified
Teams Voice Engineer Microsoft 365 Certified
Google IT Support Professional Certificate
3CX Advanced Certified
CompTIA Network+ Certified
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Top Managed Service Provider Clutch Chicago 2023
Top Cybersecurity Company Clutch Chicago 2023
NextGen 101 2023 Winner

Honest IT. No Games, No Excuses.

What No Nonsense IT Is

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Problems solved right

In our first Andersonville shop, solving problems thoroughly was the only way forward. That mindset still defines how we handle business IT today.

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No Shrugged Shoulder

Whether it is your CEO or a new hire, we show up, take ownership, and do not stop until the problem is fully resolved.

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No Sales Game

We do not push services you do not need. We earn trust by being honest, thoughtful, and focused on what actually helps your business.

What No Nonsense IT Isn’t

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Quick Band-Aid

We never apply lazy fixes or temporary patches. We take the time to solve problems completely so they stay solved.

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Support Black Hole

We do not leave you waiting. You always get responsive, respectful outsourced IT support from a team that gives a damn about getting it right.

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Pointless Pitch

You will not get jargon, pressure, or gimmicks. Just clear recommendations that reflect your actual goals, challenges, and budget.

We’ve become 100 times more efficient as an organization since Protek improved our workflow, saving us a lot of time we used to waste on old technology.

Gillian Wineman

Chicago Bungalow Association

Protek delivered on time and within budget, with outstanding responsiveness. Everyone on their team has been fantastic to work with.

Matt Cleaver

SMBHD

Protek had our systems online within days of opening our new office, far outpacing other vendors. Everything has run flawlessly since, and their professionalism, reliability, and genuine care for our business have been clear throughout.

Ben Vatterott

Telesto Strategy

Excellent techs that always have the perfect solution.

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Our No-Nonsense IT Process

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Listen First

We start by learning how your business works so our outsourced IT support services actually fit your day-to-day reality.

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Solve Real Issues

We fix what is broken, improve what is slow, and prevent issues before they interrupt your workflow.

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Stay Accountable

You always know who is helping, what is being done, and why it matters. We own the outcome from start to finish.

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Keep Improving

We stay sharp, keep learning, and bring the latest tools to every client without ever losing our personal touch.

Leadership Team

We make IT work for YOU

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Florian Militaru

I was born and raised in Romania and in 2002 I gave up my French school plans for a fresh start in the US.

After many unsuccessful attempts to join a company as a computer technician, I learned web design and SEO and started to do home visits, helping people with their computer issues — that’s how PRO got started.

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Nick Plagman-Frank

Originally from Milwaukee, WI, I moved to Chicago in 2012 and have been working in IT for over a decade.

I like to travel, garden, and learn about community development. I run marathons, and dream to one day complete all six World Marathon Majors courses.

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Laura Mathis

Originally from Estonia, I moved to the States in 2017.

I love PC gaming, not only for entertainment but for the invaluable skills it's given me, from strategy and problem-solving to decision-making and fostering persistence.

I also love reading classical books, as well as myths and legends to better understand how our ancestors interpreted the world.

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