Case Study 1 - New network installation & network support for UK based importer/manufacturer
5 computers, 1 server and 2 sites (head office + factory)

This Stone Masonry specializes in supplying high quality kitchens with imported granite worktops, which are cut and finished in their UK factory. When we first met, they were totally frustrated because none of their IT systems were working.

We rebuilt their network server with the latest version of Microsoft Small Business Server, and reconfigured their network services. We installed a wireless network in head office, and linked the factory to head office with a secure connection. They now have a reliable email system that they can access from the office, the factory, or home, plus they have a reliable process in place for taking orders when they visit customers.

They are now planning to expand by opening new shops, and StokeIT is managing the I.T. side of their expansion process.

What the Managing Director says
"After many attempts with so called professionals we finally found the complete solution to our problems in StokeIT. We now have a system designed for us that works! Support has been first class, with additions and changes made with speed and efficiency."

Case Study 2 - Desktop Support, shop support & advice on projects for European clothing manufacturer
30 computers & 3 servers in the UK office, plus 7 UK shops

This clothing manufacturer started trading in the UK in 1973. They have now expanded to become a European wide company, with major offices in Spain and Holland. They have their own IT teams in Europe but can't justify a permanent member of the IT team in the UK office. That's where we come in - we provide desktop support (PC and Mac), server support & firewall support in the UK. We work closely with the European IT team to support the UK shops, and give advice on projects. When their IT team stops, we fill in - seamlessly.

Case Study 3 - IT Consultancy for leading Independent School
150 staff and 1200 pupils / 25 buildings over 3 sites / 500+ computers and 12 servers

This famous school needed transparency and accountability from their IT department, to regain control over expenditure and to manage some large scale upgrades. We managed the School's IT services for a one year contract period, developing a new internal IT team and new methods of working. We also delivered several major upgrade projects, to budget and on time. We now give advice and consultancy on special projects.

Case Study 4 - Disaster Recovery planning for an Architect's Office
25 computers & 2 servers, plus 5 home users connected over a VPN (Virtual Private Network)

This architect's office was concerned about their exposure to the risk of data loss, in the event of equipment failure. As they are required by law to retain computer drawings for 7 years after project completion, data loss could have been catastrophic to their business.

We supplied our comprehensive disaster recovery process for small and medium size business . They now have complete confidence that they have the right systems in place to be able to recover from any potential disaster. We produced a detailed recovery plan to meet their needs, while implementing more robust systems for both disaster-prevention and disaster-recovery.