b2 IT Ltd. Consultancy

b2 IT have extensive experience of applying of information technology to help improve business processes. We have a proven track record in areas such as security, information management, reporting, communication and promotion. Examples of these areas are detailed below and some of the companies that have used our services can be found on our client page.

Networking

Even in a small office it is likely that there will be several people each using their own PC. If these PCs are not networked together it is likely that there will be a great deal of duplication with each PC having its own hardware and software resources: programs, documents, printers, scanners and modems. Setting up a small office network can link all PCs together and allow resources to be shared without manually transferring files by walking across the office building with a floppy disk.

Network connectivity has huge advantages over stand-alone PCs. The following list highlights some of these advantages:

Reduced costs due to multiple access to single resources like printers and disk storage.
Increased reliability due to data being accessible via multiple PCs so when one machine has problems the user can continue to work on another machine.
Easier access to the Internet. Rather than have each computer access the Internet via it's own connection you can provide a single, faster connection through which they all access the World Wide Web and e-mail services.
Increased data protection. By implementing a central data server upon which each user can store their data you can backup this data on a regular basis with ease

b2 IT can advise on what enhancements you should make to your existing network or design and implement a new network.

Virus protection

Especially with the increased use of email and the internet, it is essential that computers and networks are protected against the possibility of infection by an electronic virus. We can recommend virus protection software and can illustrate the benefits of preventative measures such as scheduled backups and the installation and regular update of virus detection software.

Data migration

There are many shortcuts available to transfer data between one system and another to avoid re-keying data. If you are upgrading a system, moving to a new one or starting from scratch we can help you minimise the data entry and set-up effort by migrating your existing data (in electronic or paper form) into your new database or software package.

Home-working

We can demonstrate how to gain access to your office environment from your home computer, or laptop on the road, to enable remote use of all the facilities available in the office, for example: e-mail; software applications or any other electronic information.

E-mail set-up

Email is becoming the preferred method for business communication enabling messages as well as documents, graphics and programs to be sent anywhere in the world at the click of a button. With the myriad of choices available we can help you through the maze of options and select the most appropriate one to get your business on-line.

Web sites and e-mail go hand in hand. Visitors to your web site may want to contact you by electronic means rather than use the telephone. It is important that the web site provides a method for them to achieve this. The obvious method is e-mail so when creating and publishing a web site you need to ensure that you are able to receive and respond to e-mails. b2 IT can explain the set-up required to achieve this.

Internet connectivity

With today's increasingly competitive commercial environment it is important to allow both existing and potential customers to initiate an enquiry in as many ways as possible and for you to respond to these enquiries in an efficient and speedy manner. Having an Internet presence, be it a full web site or simply an e-mail address, can be a highly valuable business tool. We can analyse your current business processes and requirements and suggest and implement suitable solutions as required.

E-mail is an increasingly popular method of initial contact between a customer and the vendor. For very little cost you can provide your target audience with a means of contacting you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Depending on your line of business. adding a web-site could massively increase the number of business enquiries you receive each day. The question is, can you afford to not have an Internet presence?

Domain purchase

We are able to purchase any available domain name for you. The domain will be registered in your own name, will remain the property of yourselves and you will have full control over the name. This is not always the case with some of the cheaper 'bucket' shops selling domain names on the Internet.

Software Evaluation

If you have a requirement for off-the-shelf software, and are not sure which product to choose, we can source and evaluate available products and recommend the one that best fits your business.

Disaster recovery

A complete loss of computer data can have a devastating effect on a business. It is too easy to neglect to plan for unforeseen events like a fire, flood or theft of equipment. b2 IT can advise on creation of a disaster recovery plan that can be used to get your business back to normal after a such a disaster.

Application consultancy

b2 IT have a number of years development and consultancy experience in software packages including MFG/PRO ® and Dispatch-1 ®. If you should require consultancy and/or programming expertise in your chosen package b2 IT will be pleased to discuss your needs with you.

MFG/PRO is a registered trademark of QAD Inc.
Dispatch-1 is a registered trademark of Astea Inc.