Chicago IT Consulting
Leverage technology in your business with local IT Support consultants
It takes lots of time and effort to be on top of the changing tech landscape and figure out what solutions work for your company.
Using technology that fits your small business will make you stand out and give you more time to focus on crucial responsibilities.
Outsourcing your IT project gives you access to years of professional project planning, management, and implementation experience. Don’t let technology throttle your business growth — our Chicago based IT Support Consultants will cater to your specific needs while respecting your budgetary requirements.
Why Protek-IT
Your in-house team.
We are an extension of your business, your local IT experts that provide support and advice without the price tag of a full-time team or employee.
Risk management.
We help utilize risk management strategies to keep your data and business safe while staying within your budgetary constraints.
Consistent IT strategy.
We combine knowledge of your business type’s best practices, your specific business, and the best modern IT has to offer.
Plan for your business growth.
Our IT experts provide consulting to create tailored IT solutions that help your business grow.
Chicago IT Consulting Services
Cloud Services & Migration
We help move all business data and applications from your on-premises devices to cloud storage, such as Microsoft SharePoint.
Setting employees up with cloud-based Azure Virtual Desktops or Windows 365 simplifies remote work and collaboration.
Setting your small business up with a centralized cloud-based management system (such as Azure Active Directory) gives you granular control over users and provides more security.
Network Infrastructure Upgrades
If your network infrastructure is lacking in security or reliability, we can help re-design it.
From segregating Wi-Fi networks into different security groups, to setting up and installing firewalls, routers, access points, and other network devices – the PROs ensure your network will be reliable and easily scalable for years.
Say goodbye to spotty Wi-Fi or frequent network outages.
VoIP Business Phone Systems
Whether you’re using a traditional phone system or wish to migrate from Mitel, Avaya, 8×8 or other VoIP provider, we make the migration process streamlined and help you get up to speed.
The PROs can migrate your VoIP system to the cloud or on-premises, and provide ongoing support so you don’t miss a single call.
Get scalability and professionalism without the high price tag with Microsoft Teams Phone.
Network Security Assessments
The PROs will identify risk priorities and conduct penetration testing to uncover any potential attack vectors in your network.
We will create a threat mitigation plan and act on any immediate threats during the assessment. Our network specialists will harden your network and improve the network configuration to follow the best security practices.
Our specialists will ensure all your risks are brought to a minimum and provide you with a plan moving forward.
Server & NAS Planning and Setup
We will set you up with a server, whether on-premise or in the Cloud, or a Network-Attached Storage system.
Based on your business’ needs, we will implement file, print or application sharing and manage permission levels and user groups. We are experts at configuring and maintaining both Windows Virtual Servers and dedicated servers.
After setup, we will monitor the server, apply security patches, and maintain it proactively.
Wiring & Cabling Services
Our wiring specialists provide complete and reliable network wiring solutions to small businesses in Chicago.
We offer Cat 5/5e, Cat 6/6a wiring, and fiber optic, coaxial and ethernet cable installation. Our wiring technicians can also set up your networking devices to ensure everything works perfectly.
Get higher uptime and less disruptions with efficient commercial wiring services.
Office Relocation Project
If you’re looking to move office space, Protek-IT’s IT specialists can ensure the move goes smoothly.
We will set up the entire infrastructure or supplement the existing one. You can count on us to stay on time and within budget while moving all networking devices and ensuring proper wiring is in place. Your launch day will go smoothly
If you’re looking for a stress-free office relocation, let us know and we will put together a professional migration plan.
SuiteCRM Setup & Customization
Many small businesses require a customized needs-based CRM system that conforms to their business’ needs.
PRO focuses on customizing the open-source SuiteCRM Customer Relationship Management platform to boost your small business’ sales and marketing, sales pipeline, and customer service experience.
Using a customized CRM will make your services more efficient, automated, and streamlined.
Other project/consultation
Looking for an IT solution for a special project?
Protek-IT provides a variety of IT project services customized to your needs and budget. Let us know what you would like to accomplish, and we will put together a plan.
Getting the most out of your IT systems can help you reach business goals and grow your client base – and we want to be there to help.
Why choose IT Consulting Services from Protek-IT
Affordable for small businesses & nonprofits
Without expertise in IT, it's easy to go over budget or miss critical details. The PROs will monitor project time, cost, and efficiency until completion.
Improve & update your business
Using outdated technology can drag your business down. We help you make most of what technology has to offer and helping you stay competitive
Free up your time
Let the PROs take care of your IT project in a timely manner, focus on what you do best, and we will train you and your employees on how to use systems most efficiently
Stay in control of your project
Whether you want to take the project in your own hands after completion or have the PROs maintain your new systems -- you will always stay in control.
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Frequently Asked IT Consulting and IT Project Management questions
We charge $150 per hour for professional IT Consulting Services. Please reach out to us about your specific project or need to get an accurate estimation and price quote by filling out the form below.
Yes! We are constantly advancing our knowledge of new IT technology and keeping up with the changing technology. We understand how important it is to stay competitive by harnessing the help of cutting-edge tech, and specialize in tailoring technology around specific business needs.
We help clients with solutions that align with their business goals and make sure to take their budget into consideration. Small businesses can benefit immensely from Strategic IT planning, so with great IT strategy, you can expect:
– Less upkeep costs
– Less downtime
– Fewer tedious and time-consuming tasks
– Better data security
Yes, Protek-IT offers ongoing support after each project completion. This will ensure your employees will use technology most efficiently, free up time, and help make most out of your new tech.
Absolutely! Protek-IT’s certified and experienced Azure Cloud engineers are specialized in migrating on-premises business environments into virtualized ones. Let us know what your goals are (and don’t worry if you don’t know technical terms. We consider ourselves tech translators who translate issues into IT solutions!).
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