Outsourcing your businesses IT requirements: What options are open to you?
25th August 2021
IT sits at the heart of every business and is crucial to their daily operations. From VoIP systems for effective communication to company websites and business email, IT is something that no company could do without. Looking after your IT needs in-house is not the only way forward though. Many businesses now are choosing to outsource their IT requirements in order to save money and hassle. But what are some of the different options to consider?
Proactive IT support plan
For many businesses, the best option is a proactive plan to support their IT needs. Although it is seen a lot in larger companies, these types of plans are ideal for any size of business that wants the best support. These plans can be customised to include just the services you need - from outsourcing your helpdesk to assistance for in-house IT staff and monitoring of systems. Once agreed, you have instant access to the services included for a fixed monthly fee. This plan is ideal for businesses that need lots of help each month and have a bigger IT budget.
Pay As You Go IT support
But what if your budget does not stretch to paying out for a monthly support plan or you only need occasional help? In this case, signing up for Pay As You Go support makes sense. This sees you only pay for help when you use it and when you really need it. This can be more cost-effective than paying a fixed monthly fee when you only need help a few times over that period.
Virtual help with IT
You might know that the best IT staff are essential to help drive your business forward - but what if you do not have the right people in-house? Rather than the hassle and cost of hiring permanent staff, you can outsource this to companies that offer a virtual IT manager. These virtual IT gurus blend in with your existing staff and give clear advice on day to day tech problems and strategic IT business planning.
Outsourced IT support from Host My Office
As the above shows, there are a few different options when it comes to getting the IT support you need. At Host My Office, we offer all of these and more. Get in touch at hello@hostmyoffice.co.uk today for more details.
