When it comes to IT, most small businesses don’t have the funds to hire a full-time, in-house IT department. That’s why many companies have started outsourcing their IT services. While having one person or a team of people in-house seems ideal, there are a variety of benefits that come with hiring an IT consultant instead.

What are the benefits of hiring an IT consulting company?

1. You’ll save money. 

Hiring an outsourced consultant can save your business money on taxes, benefits, and overhead costs that come with hiring a full-time employee. You’ll also save money because you’ll be experiencing less downtime. Having a team of experts to prevent and mend IT hiccups could save your business thousands if not millions of dollars annually. The great thing about consulting services is that you can choose to pay by project or by the hour. This allows for better payment flexibility and can help businesses manage and control other costs.

2. They’re reliable and accessible. 

Cyber attacks or other incidents can happen at any time, and we’re not always there to fix it in the moment. An IT consulting company takes on the burden of being available at all hours of the day and night, and are working hard to stay vigilant and available in case of an emergency. In addition, IT consultants can also provide continued monitoring, so you can prevent problems before they happen. Because consultants often work on fixes and updates during the later hours, your team will be able to stay productive throughout the day.

3. Your data is secure. 

Data loss can prove detrimental for small businesses. And while the cost of protecting data can be pricey, we can assure it’ll be far less than what it would cost to come back from a data breach. Keeping data secure is a tedious and time consuming task, one that most of your existing employees probably don’t have time for. Knowing your data is secure will also bring you peace of mind and assurance knowing it’s done correctly. 

4. Better trained employees. 

Cyber security isn’t at the top of everyone’s priority list, and many don’t know the basics of protecting themselves and the company’s data. An IT consultant can train your employees on best practices, and how to spot an attack before it happens. 

5. They have the expertise. 

Not only do IT consultants have the knowledge and expertise to keep your data safe, but they also stay on top of trends. As technology chances, they’ll have the best understanding of how to adapt and improve your systems.

If you’re looking to hire an IT consulting service, you’ve come to the right place! Whether your company needs to keep IT service and support costs predictable, avoid unexpected problems, communicate more effectively or make a plan for business continuity, Thinline Technologies has a solution for you. Visit our services page for more info and contact us today!