IT Installations

Software

We can help and assist in the process of identifying and evaluating software. The procurement process is something that can be quite daunting to new businesses and to established organisations. Licenses, concurrent users, range of users and user’s rights and permissions etc. all have to be determined when choosing software. Once you choose the right software solution, you will have to integrate it into your business. This includes installing the software into your existing systems, carrying out regular maintenance and finding support for your software when you need it.

Hardware

Computer hardware are the bits and pieces that make up computers. For example, the hard disk drive, its processors, video cards etc. Peripherals like the monitor, mouse and printer, or storage devices - which you plug into your computer - are also considered hardware. Hardware requires software to run correctly. Without the correct hardware, your software may not run efficiently or at all. It is important to consider both when making decisions about your IT systems, as this can affect the way you work, your productivity and your business' bottom line. We are experts in all aspects of hardware procurement, installation and maintenance, let us make your life easy as we manage one of the most important areas of your business.

Network Surveys

At Onsem we can define your network requirements.

To assess and define your requirements, consider the following:

• Your business processes - Do any of your processes or working practices depend on producing or accessing information? Could you benefit from storing this centrally?
• Your existing equipment – an audit will allow you to take stock of your inventory and determine if you need to invest in new components for the network.
• Network users - Consider how many people will use the network - staff, suppliers and customers.
• Peripherals - Assess how you will use peripheral equipment, such as printers, scanners and copiers, and what would be the best locations for them.
• Your budget - Set a budget and calculate costs - include purchase, installation, support, maintenance and training as well as loss of business due to staff involvement.
• Potential savings - replacing manual and paper-based processes, reducing hardware costs by sharing facilities, and capital allowances.
• Your future computing requirements - If your business is likely to take on more staff, your network will need to be scalable.

WiFi

Wireless networking technology is an alternative to traditional cable and fibre optic networks. It is fast becoming a vital productivity tool for today's mobile workforce. A wireless network uses radio waves instead of cables to connect devices such as laptops to the internet, or to your business network. It removes the need for expensive and messy wires, and allows you or your staff to access your company’s documents, emails and other resources from any location within your network's coverage area or any Wi-Fi hotspot. Wireless networks are usually easy to set up. By removing the need for wiring, they can be a quick and cost-effective small business networking solution. At Onsem we can provide a comprehensive wireless survey in order to assess your needs. Contact us today to see what we can do for you.

Remote Access

Remote access is a growing need for many businesses. It allows mobile workers or remote staff to access office systems and processes via the internet from remote locations. Despite the many benefits, remote systems can expose your business to many risks. You will have to manage these risks to keep your remote access secure at all times. Otherwise, your network may become vulnerable and your business data exposed.

Procurement

IT hardware, software and services procurement requires specialist knowledge. The scope of our expertise includes: enterprise software licencing, servers, telecoms, networking, hardware, software development and security.

Cloud Installations

Cloud computing provides a way of managing your IT resources online. Instead of buying IT resources from a hardware or a software shop, with cloud computing you are renting them from a cloud service provider, paying only for what you use.