What is Managed IT Support?

          A strategic outsourcing option, Managed IT Support involves a third-party organisation that takes charge of your IT systems, using their infrastructure. As the service provider (the third-party organisation), we take care of your systems, applications, and address all IT issues that you may face.

          With managed IT support, your business gets access to the latest technology and skilled professionals to help keep up with all the demands and challenges of the industry.

          Reliable and scalable IT support solutions tailored for SMEs and growing companies
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          How Does Managed IT Support Work?

           

          When you choose Managed Services, IT support takes a proactive approach. Thus, we actively and preemptively check for any potential issues to prevent security breaches and reduce downtime. 

          To ensure a continuous workflow, our services include the following:
          • Hardware support to prevent outdated systems.
          • Software support, along with cloud integration.
          • Network monitoring and support.
          • Creating and maintaining data backups.
          • Cybersecurity threats and data breaches.
          • Meet training gaps among your staff.
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          Issues Managed IT Support Solves

          With reliance on technology, facing challenges is commonplace. In IT, managed support services help address the following:

          Lack of Expert IT Teams

          Retaining in-house IT support staff can be expensive, attracting high overhead costs. By opting for managed IT support, businesses can outsource their requirements and adopt a cost-effective service.

          Scalability of IT Support Needs

          With time, every business scales up (or downsizes) its IT resources, something that can be difficult to do with a fixed in-house IT Team. With a service provider, you can adjust the scale of your IT systems and adapt to market fluctuations.

          Rising Cybersecurity Threats

          Malware, ransomware, password phishing, and data breaches are growing increasingly common. This results in lost data. With managed IT services, you get regular updates and patch management that increases your system's resilience.

          Facing Costly Downtime

          By proactive checking for all possible gaps in the system and cybersecurity threats, managed IT services attempt to resolve all issues before they occur. This cuts back on the downtime faced by your business and ensures continuous operations.

          Features of an Effective Managed IT Support Supplier

          To be highly effective for IT, managed support services should have the following features:

          • Proactive Monitoring and Maintenance
            From software issues like outdated software and bugs to network issues that may cause a disruption, managed IT support services keep a proactive check on it all.
          • Domain-wide Experience and Expertise
            Whether it's network management or cybersecurity, we provide end-to-end solutions. No matter the domain of your business, we ensure your IT systems are well-managed.
          • Flexible Pricing to Suit All Businesses
            No matter the scale of a business, everyone requires an IT solution. We offer flexible pricing with zero compromises in service delivery to serve all businesses.
          • 24/7 Customer Service
            No matter when you face an IT issue, we are there to address it and help you get your business back on track as early as possible.
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          How Managed IT Support Benefits Businesses

          Managed IT Services support your business’s rapid growth by offering a streamlined and resilient IT infrastructure, which enjoys the following advantages:

           

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          Scalability

          By allocating resources based on your requirements, we offer easy scalability. This helps you grow your business, manage resources, and keep operating costs at a minimum.
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          Expertise

          With managed IT services, you get access to a team of well-trained experts, knowledgeable in their domain and specializing in different aspects of IT.

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          Cost-effective

          Instead of training and retaining a costly full-time IT team, you can get an expert who manages your IT needs as and when required, allowing you to cut back on overheads.

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          Reliability

          With quick service and accessible client support, we ensure issues are resolved quickly and that you face as little downtime as possible, and maintain smooth functions.

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          Achieve Compliance

          Maintaining GDPR compliance is key for every business and IT system. Our team upgrades your IT system to meet and adhere to all industry standards.

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          Enhanced Security

          Using strong cybersecurity measures and with proactive monitoring of both the network and systems, managed IT support services ensure that your system is safe from threats.

          Different Types of Managed IT Support

          Not every business will have the same requirements for managed IT support and services. We provide the following custom solutions to businesses for Managed IT Support:

          • Troubleshooting & User Support
            We ensure that all your systems are online and running at all times to prevent any downtime. And if you do face any issues, our team is ready to get you back on track.
          • Systems & Applications Management
            Installation, updating, and maintenance of all your IT systems is our responsibility. We ensure all programs critical to your operations are running smoothly.
          • Data Backup & Recovery
            To make sure your data is safe, we maintain backups at three separate locations. This prevents loss of data, maintains data security, and ensures the resilience of your system.
          • Network Monitoring & Management
            We constantly monitor your network, keeping an eye out for any issues and/or irregularities. With proactive monitoring, we manage any issues before they occur.
          • Cybersecurity
            To keep your business safe from bugs, malware, phishing, and other threats, we take robust cybersecurity measures. This keeps your business safe from cyberthreats.
          • Employee Training Sessions
            At Remedian, we offer training sessions for your employees. This ensures that your workers are trained in the basics and know how to respond to all preliminary issues.

          Why Choose Remedian for Managed IT Support

          At Remedian, we believe that all businesses do not have the same requirements. Thus, we deliver custom services tailor-made for your business. Remedian brings expertise born out of extensive experience, spending more than 18 years in the industry.

          Our team of experts believes in proactively checking for IT issues to not only decrease your downtime but also keep your systems productive and secure. With Remedian, you get cost-efficient, prompt, and expert service with a help desk ready to address and resolve your concerns.

          We also offer IT consultancy and training to ensure that your staff is aware of IT best practices. With both remote and on-site support, network management, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and more, Remedian helps you stay on top of all your IT needs. 

          Frequently asked questions

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          • What are managed IT support services?

            Proactive, ongoing IT support that helps keep a business’s IT systems on track by outsourcing all IT requirements to a third-party team is called managed IT support services.

          • What are some examples of managed IT services?

            Network monitoring, cloud support, data backup, remote system monitoring and management, and IT training and consulting are a few examples of managed IT services.

          • What is MSP in IT support?

            MSP is short for Managed Service Provider, the business or team that specialises in providing IT support and the ones to whom you outsource your IT needs.

          • Are managed IT services and IT support and services different?

            IT support and services concentrate more on resolving any sudden issues that occur. Managed IT services, on the other hand, proactively monitor your system to check for gaps and address any potential issues.

          • What are fully managed IT services?

            When you select the entire suite of services that fall under Managed IT Services, such as network management, cybersecurity, hardware & software support, data backup, helpdesk support, and more, this comprehensive package is called Managed IT Services.

          • Which industries are being covered by your business?

            We serve all businesses, such as financial and legal firms, SMEs, and startups. We also offer our services to schools and other educational institutions.

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          Secure Backup

          A Secure Backup Solution from Remedian I.T. keeps your personal and business data secure and encrypted; both on and offsite to get your business back up and running with the minimum of downtime.

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          Broadband & WiFi

          In our interconnected world your business needs to be online 24/7. Our managed broadband and WiFi will provide quick, quality connection to get the job done. Speak to our sales team to get connected.

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          Connection Monitoring

          By monitoring your internet connection, we can detect any problems and respond to them before they become major issues, keeping you connected and working towards your goals.

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          Phone and CCTV Systems

          Digital phone systems provide you with premium features and flexible plans that grow with your business, from single handsets to full office installations. Ask us about an HD CCTV system and access control to monitor your premises and keep your offices as secure as your data.

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          Hardware

          Providing best value is what we are all about. When it comes to advice, supply and installation of new hardware we make sure you get the best options for your business. We can even arrange finance to help you spread the cost and manage your budgets.

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          Remote Support

          Our helpdesk team are on hand, from Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm, to provide free, friendly remote support to make sure you can get your IT back on track in no time.

          Testimonials

          As a long-term client of Remedian, Ashworth Electrical Services have nothing but the highest praise for their assistance in managing our IT systems.
          The service Remedian provide is professional and efficient. The staff are always helpful and friendly.
          Remedian have been our IT support providers now for almost 6 years. During that time they have demonstrated a high level of customer service and value for money support and IT equipment.
          Remedian have helped us grow into the company we are today. The standard of service and expertise Remedian provide us with is second to none, whether it is remote helpdesk support or onsite maintenance.
          The Remedian team have provided weekly on-site technician services and have also provided strategic direction in relation to the Trust's infrastructure which has been invaluable. When issues arise the Remedian team are fast to respond and are proactive in recommending solutions to mitigate any potential issues.