Our Information Technology, or IT services

I.T. Services are at the core of what N-Go do.

Although the term I.T. covers a broad range of topics and disciplines, it is basically related to the management and usage of information technology systems, services and devices. Information technology and IS, or information services, are fairly interchangeable terms.

The term Information Technology will cover:

  • Computers
  • Software
  • Networks
  • Support
  • Management
  • Data
  • Electronic communication
  • Training

N-Go provide services and support in all these areas. By helping you understand and gain control of your information technology and information services we can give you the confidence and power to take your business forward.

How a structured approach to IT benefits business

All businesses rely on, to a greater or lesser degree, computers and information technology.

This will usually mean 3 things.

  • You have all the latest equipment
  • You have outdated equipment
  • You have some really new equipment and some really old equipment and some in the middle

A structured pproach to your information technology helps your business control change more precisely, utilising the technology paths and upgrades that give you the most benefit.

Choosing a technology path and the decision making process

Computers and technology improve all the time. They get faster, more reliable, more useful and often more affordable.

Older computer equipment is not suddenly useless, but it often becomes less able to run newer software that demands more processing power and disk space.

New versions of software and upgrades to existing applications will increase this demand for power.

There are often greater benefits from using newer software, including security, usability and productivity.

This is how the 3rd scenario on the list happens. Often something will get upgraded in isolation for a specific and benefits from an upgrade, leaving its siblings behind.

Managing these resources and balancing budget over requirements can be a difficult task. After all, how can something that cost a fortune 3 years ago suddenly be useless, obsolete or inappropriate now?

This is a question we are asked all the time. Unfortunately, what was the winning racing car of 2007 wouldn't get in the top ten this season.

Cost of ownership and future proofing

These are 2 terms that are widely used in the IT sector.

They mean 'how much will it cost me to use this?' and 'how long will it be before I have to replace it?'.

Everybody wants things tht cost nothing to use and will outlast their working life. That won't happen but with some careful management and good decision making, you can drastically reduce the risks.

Cost of ownership can include data transformation, product re-structure, service contracts, employing specialists, training costs, upgrades to other services, management, time investment and short term business impact due to re-skilling or changeover.

Future proofing is often about needing something at the right time, but can also be helped by a technology path that is in line with business practices objectives and growth.

Communication and understanding will always help consumers make an informed choice.

Helping you to make decisions that are important

This really is the key to making the most o your IT and technology infrastructure.

What may be the most expensive choice initially may in fact prove to be the most efficient, affordable and cost effective option over a longer period.

What my be free now may cost more in the long run to manage, maintain and use.

Every choice will have its plus and minus points so it is important to make those decisions with someone who understands and appreciates your business.

To help you make decisions about yor investment in technology

We can offer help, advice and assistance with choosing, managing and facilitating all aspects of your Information Technology infrastructure.

This may simply be in an advisory role or as part of a team of providers, working alongside your staff or as sole contractors working on a project.

We offer a very flexible, cost effective working model that means you get precisely what you want from us with the confidence that we are always there when you need us.

To discuss your IT, projects or just to ask us a question, please contact us.