What does a IT consultant do?

Information technology consultants bring a technical skills set that can be invaluable to the core of your business. Among the deliverables a consultant can accomplish: Help define the scope of your projects Plan and manage the time schedule and resources Define and analyse software, hardware and network requirements Help purchase and implement new systems Handle design, testing, installation and training processes Advise, manage and support security systems

What are the different types of IT consultancy?

IT consultancies are usually a generalist company – i.e. they don’t focus on one area of commercial IT support or software development. Instead, they offer their services as a one stop shop for network, infrastructure and solutions support or improvements. If you approach an IT consultancy for help with upgrading the hardware in your company – be it standard laptops and desktops, or even high-end server replacements and migrations – they’ll usually offer a support contract alongside it. Having said that, a number of IT consultancies prefer to offer specialist installation and support services for singular parts of an IT network, but even within these specialised fields, their expertise is usually diverse and comes with various levels of involvement. For example, an IT consultancy company may specialise in network and data security, otherwise known as ‘cyber security consultants’. They’ll be able to analyse your current level of protection (consultancy), offer an alternative, and install, support and manage the solution (software support and maintenance).

Where do I look for an IT consultant?

IT consultants’ market themselves in a variety of places, but all are available online via a Google search or through dedicated industry resources and news outlets. It’s almost always best to choose consultancy companies that are local to you, or at the very least have an office in a nearby location. They’ll have a working knowledge of local vendors and will be able to offer expertise on how other businesses in your area utilise physical infrastructure (broadband, datacentres etc.). Another good course of action when going to market for an IT consultant is to ask local firms in your industry who they’ve used and what to look out for. Nothing beats first-hand experience and it’ll also give you some context as to what they can offer you in terms of sector-specific methods of working. Whoever you hire, make sure that the company has: A good reputation and track record Requisite certifications A strong trading history Good references, preferably from a company in your sector

How much does it cost to hire an IT consultant?

Prices for IT consultancy services can vary wildly, depending on the level of support required, and whether or not there is a need to purchase additional hardware, or replace a current system. Some consultants will charge for initial consultancy or an assessment, others will do this for free. Usually, consultancies charge a set lump sum for installations including parts and labour. Additional support fees are normally billed for monthly under a document called an ‘SLA’ (service level agreement). Licensing also needs to be considered, and with the global shift to cloud-based subscription services, forms an important part of any IT contract. When purchasing access to software either from or via an IT consultancy, businesses should seek assurance on where ownership of the license resides both at any given time throughout the contract, and at the end of an agreement that isn’t going to be renewed. Similarly, physical IT assets can either be leased, rented or bought from an IT consultant (although leasing almost always goes via a 3rd party). Be sure to understand whether, as a business, you own any of the kit involved in a new project.

Why should I use IT consulting instead of my own in-house IT staff?

IT consulting services are there to supplement your in-house staff, not replace them. They provide expert knowledge and can help with the needs assessment, do the research on the products and services needs to meet those needs, and to help with the implementation of those products and services. IT consulting services also provide strategy consulting, analysing business data, helping your team to understand different it systems, plan for digital transformation, IT relocation plan, meeting business goals, security such as disaster recovery plans and much more.

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