Computer Network Design

Our process starts with understanding your business and where you want to go.  We act as computer network consultants and take the time to consider all the factors in your Windows network configuration that will help your business to run efficiently and for years to come. Whether it's a system upgrade, or a brand new system, we'll design a powerful computer network setup that will be economical, efficient, reliable, and expandable.

Office Computer Network Installation

When the network design specifications are complete, we'll manage the project to completion using only the best materials and experienced installers.  Over the years, we have learned which computer network hardware manufacturers are the best at what they do for the money.  That's why we use HP servers, Cisco routers, and Linksys switchers in all of our installations. 

We're meticulous about the small things.

There's no skimping when it comes to wire and connectors, because in the end, performance depends these simple yet essential components.  All it takes is one bad connection or broken wire to make a bad day.  Just as important is the environment in which your system must perform.  We'll work with your HVAC contractor to make sure that there's enough cooling in your server room to keep your system running cool and fast.

Already have a system in place?  We can extend and improve the performance of your existing network by taking inventory and identifying areas for improvement.

Productivity Enhancements

Every business is different, each with their own special set of demands and challenges.  How a system is structured, from hardware and storage to software configuration all contributes to the effectiveness of your network.  The network plan from our designers will not only  We can help you with decisions such as whether to set up a peer-to-peer or client server network, and how to install and configure various data sharing options.  Configuring your Vista or Windows Small Business Server 2003 operating system provides the foundation upon which many of these decisions will be made. 

Network Administration

A computer network requires regular attention to address software updates, configure and maintain groups and users in your Active Directory, and just answer questions for users.  Depending on your business structure, Brandon Business Machines offers three levels of support as it relates to network Administration.

CIO On Demand

Your IT assets should be viewed as assets contributing to profit, not liabilities in the expense column of your budget.  We work closely with you at the management level to assist in strategy and decisions regarding the planning and direction of your IT resources with profit as the primary motivator.  We'll make regularly scheduled on-site visits to meet and confer with management to dynamically adjust plans.  System health is monitored constantly, and repairs and maintenance are scheduled as needed without impact to your organizational resources.

On Call Service

Basic and simple.  You call, we come.  Either on a regular schedule or on demand.  How fast and how much depends on the service program you choose.

Help Desk

Most problems are created by users not understanding how to use their IT tools.  Our Help Desk can answer the simplest to most complex problems, usually preventing disasters before they happen.  The first line of defense in a

Network Security

The first step in establishing a secure network is to communicate clear and understandable policies as it relates to computer usage to every network user in the organization.  If you don't have such language in your employee manual, we can help you develop a policy that fits your organization's culture and security goals.  A Network Security Audit can pinpoint areas of weakness and be a critical component to your overall IT strategy for protecting your computer networking installation.

Call us today to schedule a free consultation on how you can maximize your IT investment by establishing a sound strategy and plan for your network.