IT Solutions Tailored for Schools
IT Support for Schools
At smartIT, we provide customized IT solutions for schools and educational institutions, integrating essential software like Google for Education and Lightspeed Systems, managing Chromebook procurement, Smart Board installation, and VoIP systems. We ensure reliable network infrastructure and robust cybersecurity to create secure, efficient learning environments. Let smartIT empower your institution with seamless technology support.
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Empower Your School with Scalable IT Solutions
Outsource Your IT and Focus on Education
At smartIT, we offer tailored onsite and remote IT solutions for K-12 schools and educational institutions. From optimizing classroom technology and maintaining compliance to managing network security, devices, and administrative systems, we ensure smooth operations so you can focus on education. Our proactive IT management covers network monitoring, device deployment (like Chromebooks and Smart Boards), Google for Education support, and VoIP system implementation. Improve efficiency with automated workflows, IT procurement, student and staff onboarding/offboarding, and end-user support. No matter your school's size, smartIT provides reliable IT services to keep your institution running without interruptions.
Security
smartIT provides comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to protect your school from digital threats. With Lightspeed Systems, we monitor student activity and alert administrators to potential risks like cyberbullying, self-harm, or violence. Our security measures include multi-factor authentication (MFA), data encryption, and endpoint protection to ensure safe access to school systems. Additionally, firewalls and real-time threat detection shield your network from unauthorized access, while phishing simulations and staff training promote a secure online environment.
Reliability
Ensure consistent, dependable IT performance with solutions tailored to K-12 schools. At smartIT, we provide reliable IT infrastructure that supports network management, classroom technology, and administrative systems. Our services include cloud solutions, automated processes, and one-ticket resolution for quick problem-solving. Additional benefits for your school include robust backup and disaster recovery solutions, real-time system monitoring, and proactive maintenance. Our IT infrastructure is designed to deliver uninterrupted service, minimizing downtime and supporting both everyday learning and long-term growth.
vCISO and Account Management
Benefit from expert security leadership and personalized client care with our integrated vCISO and Account Management services. Our vCISO ensures your school meets compliance standards and manages cybersecurity risks, while our dedicated account managers provide proactive, personalized support to meet your institution’s IT needs for long-term success.
How Can smartIT Support Your School’s IT Needs?
IT Support for K-12 Educational Institutions
At smartIT, we understand the unique IT challenges that K-12 schools face. Our specialized solutions are designed to improve classroom technology, safeguard student data, and ensure secure, smooth school operations. Here are key areas where we can enhance your school's IT infrastructure:
smartIT provides comprehensive onsite IT Support to ensure seamless operations for your school:
End-User Support: Assistance with devices to resolve technical issues efficiently.
Device Installation & Refresh: Installation and refresh of computers, printers, scanners, desk phones (VoIP), and UPS systems.
Cable Management: Organizing and managing cables for a clean, efficient workspace.
New Computer Set-Up: Complete setup for new computers, ensuring employees are ready to work without delay.
IT Office Moves: Professional handling of IT equipment during office relocations.
Hardware Upgrades: Upgrading and refreshing computer and server hardware for optimal performance.
Hardware Troubleshooting: Expert troubleshooting and repair for hardware issues to minimize downtime.
smartIT delivers robust cybersecurity solutions tailored to protect schools from modern security threats:
Security: Comprehensive security services designed to safeguard your corporate network, data, and users from cyber threats.
Password Manager: Implement secure password management solutions to ensure strong, unique passwords across your organization.
Security Due Diligence: Assess your organization’s security posture, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Conditional Access/Zero Trust: Enforce Zero Trust security models and conditional access policies to protect sensitive data by limiting access based on user identity, device, and location.
Phishing Simulation: Conduct phishing simulations to test and enhance your employees’ ability to detect and avoid phishing attempts.
Antivirus/EDR: Deploy advanced antivirus and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions to detect and neutralize threats in real-time.
Security Awareness Training: Educate your staff with ongoing security awareness training to reduce the risk of human error leading to breaches.
SIEM (Security Information and Event Management): Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in real-time with our SIEM solutions.
SASE (Secure Access Service Edge): Implement cloud-based security services that combine network and security functions for optimized performance and protection.
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment: Identify and address vulnerabilities within your IT environment through comprehensive risk assessments.
Dark Web Monitoring: Monitor the dark web for stolen corporate credentials and prevent breaches before they occur.
Incident Response and Management: Expertly handle security incidents with a structured response plan to mitigate damage and ensure a swift recovery.
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Manage and secure access to critical systems, ensuring only authorized personnel can access sensitive information.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Strengthen security by requiring multiple forms of verification before granting access to systems and data.
Single Sign-On (SSO): Streamline user access with secure Single Sign-On solutions, reducing login complexity while enhancing security.
smartIT’s cybersecurity services help schools defend against evolving threats, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of your data and systems.
smartIT offers comprehensive Networking services to ensure your school’s network infrastructure is secure, efficient, and scalable:
Networking Infrastructure Management: Oversee and maintain all aspects of your network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance.
Networking Infrastructure Maintenance: Proactively manage and maintain network systems to prevent downtime and ensure smooth operations.
Networking Infrastructure Design & Build-out: Design and implement network solutions tailored to your school’s needs, from small setups to large-scale infrastructure.
Network Monitoring: Continuously monitor your network to identify and resolve issues before they impact operations.
Networking Troubleshooting: Resolve network issues quickly to minimize disruption and keep your business running smoothly.
Network Firmware Updates: Ensure network devices are secure and up-to-date with the latest firmware versions.
Network Security: Implement robust security protocols to protect your network from threats and vulnerabilities.
VPN Implementation: Set up and configure VPNs to ensure secure access for remote and on-site employees.
Remote User VPN: Provide remote employees with secure, reliable access to company resources.
Site-to-Site VPN: Connect multiple office locations securely through site-to-site VPN configurations.
VPN to Cloud Infrastructure: Securely connect your network to cloud services through VPN integration.
Network Infrastructure Installation: Install and configure network hardware, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
Network End-of-Life (EOL) Replacement: Plan and execute the replacement of outdated network equipment to ensure continued reliability.
Network Infrastructure Moves: Manage the relocation and reinstallation of network systems for office moves or expansions.
DNS & DHCP Management: Administer and optimize DNS and DHCP settings to ensure smooth connectivity and efficient IP address management.
Our Networking services are designed to provide your school with a robust, secure, and well-maintained network infrastructure that supports your business’s growth and operational needs.
smartIT offers dedicated vCIO and Account Management services to provide expert IT leadership and support:
Full-Time vCIO/IT Manager: A fractional or dedicated vCIO available ) to manage your IT environment and operations.
Proactive IT Optimization: Continuous optimization of cloud-based SaaS apps and IT infrastructure to prevent issues and maximize efficiency.
Security Leadership: Collaboration with your CISO to implement security measures like SSO and MDM to safeguard your data.
IT Project Management: Serving as the central point for all IT-related issues and projects, covering both hardware and software.
Ticketing Oversight: Managing your ticketing system (e.g., Jira) for efficient issue resolution.
Onboarding/Offboarding Management: Seamlessly handling hardware and software for employee transitions.
smartIT provides expert low voltage cabling and installation services to ensure a reliable and organized network infrastructure. Whether you’re setting up a new network or upgrading an existing one, our experienced team is committed to achieving optimal performance and reliability:
- Network Cabling: Install and manage structured cabling for data, voice, and video networks, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Efficient Cable Management: Implement effective cable management techniques to keep cables organized, labeled, and securely fastened, reducing cable damage, signal interference, and troubleshooting difficulties.
- Seamless Rack Installations: Specialize in installing and configuring rack systems with attention to power requirements, ventilation, and cable routing for a clean and efficient setup.
- Fiber Optic Installation: Deploy fiber optic cables for high-speed, high-capacity data transmission.
- Equipment Installation: Safely install network equipment, including switches, routers, and servers, with proper cabling practices.
- Efficient Project Management: Plan and execute each installation phase meticulously, from site surveys and design to cable routing and termination, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Attention to Detail: Focus on meticulous cable routing, bundling, and securing techniques, using accessories such as cable ties and clips to maintain a tidy and organized setup.
With smartIT, you get the right technology, people, and processes in place to maximize productivity, reduce costs, and maintain industry compliance.
- Workstation Setup & Support: Configuring and supporting user workstations.
- End-User Assistance: Helping users with technical issues.
Embracing remote or hybrid work? Equip your team for success from any location with smartIT’s tailored solutions.
- Remote Access Solutions: Implement secure remote access solutions to enable employees to work from anywhere.
- VPN Setup: Configure VPNs for secure connections to corporate networks from remote locations.
- Cloud-Based Tools: Deploy cloud-based tools and applications to facilitate seamless remote collaboration.
- Device Management: Manage and support devices used for remote work, ensuring they are secure and up-to-date.
- Support and Troubleshooting: Offer remote support to address any issues employees encounter while working from various locations.
Office and Business Solutions: Streamline your work-from-home transition with smartIT’s support for virtual desktop infrastructure, cloud services, and secure remote access. We ensure that your team has everything they need to work effectively from anywhere.
Secure Remote Access: Enable your remote workforce with secure access to critical business resources. Our team implements advanced technologies and encryption protocols to protect your sensitive data, no matter where your employees are located.
Collaboration Tools: Optimize remote communication and collaboration with platforms like Microsoft Teams, Slack, Google Meet, and RingCentral. Our experts ensure seamless integration and effective teamwork, boosting productivity across your organization.
Cybersecurity Solutions: Safeguard your digital assets with robust cybersecurity measures, including advanced firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security audits. smartIT’s cybersecurity experts are dedicated to keeping your business secure.
Full Systems and Network Set-up and Implementation: We handle remote software installation and management, ensuring smooth integration into your existing systems. Your equipment will be software-ready and shipped directly to your employees, minimizing downtime and disruption.
Data Backup and Recovery: Protect your data with smartIT’s comprehensive backup and recovery solutions. Our services ensure that your critical information is safe and recoverable in case of data loss.
Remote Monitoring Services: Benefit from proactive network monitoring around the clock. Our team monitors and responds to downtime events across routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and remote office connections to maintain uninterrupted operations.
With smartIT, you get the right technology, people, and processes to maximize productivity, reduce costs, and maintain industry compliance.
Comprehensive Needs Assessment
- Business Analysis: Conducting a thorough analysis of your business operations and goals to identify key areas where IT can drive improvement and growth.
- Technology Evaluation: Assessing current technology infrastructure to determine strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for enhancement.
Growth-Oriented IT Strategy
- Strategic Roadmap: Developing a detailed IT roadmap that outlines technology initiatives, timelines, and milestones to support your growth objectives.
- Technology Alignment: Ensuring that your IT strategy aligns with business goals, optimizing technology investments for maximum impact.
Scalability and Innovation
- Scalable Solutions: Designing and implementing scalable IT solutions that adapt to your business growth, ensuring flexibility and efficiency.
- Innovation Integration: Identifying and integrating innovative technologies to keep your business ahead of the curve and enhance competitive advantage.
Risk Management and Mitigation
- Risk Assessment: Evaluating potential risks and vulnerabilities in your IT environment to develop strategies for mitigation and resilience.
- Compliance and Security: Ensuring that your IT strategy includes robust security measures and compliance with industry regulations.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- KPI Tracking: Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of your IT strategy and make data-driven adjustments.
- Continuous Improvement: Providing ongoing analysis and optimization to refine strategies and adapt to evolving business needs.
Change Management
- Change Planning: Developing and managing change plans to ensure smooth transitions during IT upgrades or new technology implementations.
- User Training and Support: Offering training and support to ensure that your team is equipped to adapt to new systems and processes effectively.
Partnership and Support
- Collaborative Approach: Working closely with your leadership team to align IT strategies with overall business objectives.
- Ongoing Consultation: Providing continuous support and consultation to address emerging needs and opportunities for growth.
Optimize your IoT device performance with smartIT’s expert consulting. We focus on identifying and resolving networking issues that impact device functionality, ensuring your devices work for your customers.
Created Test Network: Simulated poor networking conditions to pinpoint issues like frequent buffering, leading to improved algorithms and better device performance.
Technical Training for Customer Service Agents: Provided training on effective IoT troubleshooting, wifi technologies, and networking support.
End User Escalation Support: Handled escalations related to IoT devices to minimize disruption and ensure smooth operation.
Networking Troubleshooting: Addressed connectivity issues, including problems with negotiating gigabyte networks and buffering, to enhance device reliability.
Documentation and Issue Resolution: Developed detailed documentation for troubleshooting IoT device issues and managing external factors affecting performance.
Networking Training: Offered training on networking principles specific to IoT devices to improve support and management capabilities.
With smartIT, resolve networking challenges effectively and ensure your IoT devices perform optimally for your customers.
Expand your team with expert IT professionals
Skilled IT Professionals: Access a pool of experienced IT experts to support your project needs and enhance your existing team’s capabilities.
Temporary Expertise: Bring in specialized talent for specific projects or peak periods, ensuring you have the right skills at the right time.
Flexible Staffing Solutions: Scale your IT team up or down as needed, adapting to changing demands and project requirements.
Cost-Effective Resources: Optimize your budget by utilizing professional services only when needed, avoiding the overhead costs of full-time hires.
Seamless Integration: Ensure smooth integration of temporary staff into your current team, providing immediate support and expertise with minimal disruption.
Why Outsource to SmartIT? Outsource your IT to SmartIT and benefit from a company that is large enough to support businesses with up to 500 employees, yet small enough to provide personalized care. We offer tailored IT staff augmentation solutions that combine the expertise of our skilled professionals with the dedicated, attentive service that sets us apart.
smartIT offers efficient and responsive Remote IT Support to meet your school’s IT needs:
Password Resets: Quick resolution for password-related issues to maintain access security.
Software Troubleshooting: Expert assistance to diagnose and fix software problems remotely.
Account Provisioning: Managing user accounts for smooth onboarding and access control.
Vendor Management: Coordinating with vendors to ensure seamless technology integration and support.
VoIP Troubleshooting: Resolving VoIP phone system issues to maintain communication flow.
Software Installation: Remote installation of software to keep systems up-to-date.
Employee Offboarding/Onboarding: Efficient handling of account setup and deactivation for employees.
Vendor & Contractor On/Offboarding: Managing access and system integration for vendors and contractors.
Driver Installation: Remote installation of drivers, including printers, for full hardware functionality.
Video Conference Support: Assisting with video conference setup and troubleshooting to ensure smooth meetings.
Our Remote IT Support allows your school to resolve technical issues quickly without the need for onsite intervention.
smartIT provides comprehensive System Administration services designed to optimize and secure your school’s IT infrastructure:
SaaS Application Management: Manage and maintain all SaaS applications used across your organization.
SSO, SAML, SCIM: Implement and administer secure identity management solutions to streamline user access.
Cloud Infrastructure Management: Oversee and optimize cloud resources for efficiency and scalability.
Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace Tenant Administration: Full administration of your Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace environments to ensure seamless collaboration and productivity.
Server Maintenance & Infrastructure: Ensure servers are maintained, optimized, and secure for reliable performance.
Mobile Device Management (MDM) Administration: Manage and secure mobile devices across your organization for streamlined IT control.
Data & Email Migration: Seamlessly migrate data and email systems with minimal disruption to your operations.
Device Enrollment: Efficient enrollment of corporate devices, ensuring they are ready for deployment.
Apple Business Manager (ABM) & Apple School Manager (for schools): Manage Apple devices for businesses and schools, enabling smooth device deployment and management.
AutoPilot: Automate the deployment of Windows devices, ensuring quick and standardized setups.
Zoom, GotoConnect, & RingCentral Administration: Manage and support your video conferencing and VoIP platforms for consistent communication.
Supported Application & 3rd Party Patch Updates: Keep applications and systems up-to-date with regular patch management and updates.
Windows, Mac, & Server Updates: Administer updates for all platforms to maintain security and performance.
Server & Workstation Monitoring: Proactively monitor servers and workstations to prevent downtime and resolve issues before they escalate.
GoDaddy Defederation & Identity Provider Switch: Handle DNS record management and the transition between identity providers for seamless integration.
DNS Record Management: Maintain and manage DNS settings to ensure smooth connectivity and domain operations.
Deployment of Apps & Licenses: Manage the purchasing and deployment of applications and volume licenses for your organization.
Disaster Recovery & Data Backup: Ensure business continuity with robust disaster recovery and data backup strategies tailored to your needs.
Our System Administration services offer a proactive approach to managing your school’s IT infrastructure, ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable solutions for business continuity.
smartIT provides comprehensive Mobile Device Management (MDM) services to help schools manage, secure, and optimize their mobile devices:
Device Enrollment: Seamlessly enroll mobile devices into your corporate network for streamlined management.
Enrollment Strategy: Develop and implement tailored enrollment strategies to suit your organization’s mobile device needs and policies.
Device Management: Centrally manage all mobile devices, ensuring they are secure, updated, and compliant with company standards.
Application Deployment: Deploy and manage mobile apps across devices efficiently, ensuring consistency and security.
Windows Updates: Keep mobile devices running on Windows up-to-date with the latest security patches and system improvements.
Mac Updates: Ensure all Mac devices are regularly updated with the latest macOS versions and security patches.
Device Compliance: Monitor and enforce compliance with corporate security policies to safeguard sensitive data and ensure regulatory adherence.
Device Hardening: Implement additional security measures to protect devices from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access.
Device Customization: Customize device settings and configurations to align with specific corporate requirements and workflows.
Device Configuration/Policies: Set up and enforce configuration policies, ensuring devices operate within corporate security and usage guidelines.
Device Telemetry: Gather and analyze telemetry data from devices to monitor performance, identify issues, and ensure optimal operation.
smartIT’s MDM services provide your school with the tools and expertise needed to manage and secure mobile devices efficiently, ensuring they are always up-to-date, compliant, and optimized for business use.
smartIT ensures smooth transitions for new and departing employees, contractors, and vendors with comprehensive IT onboarding and offboarding services:
Employee Onboarding: Seamless setup of new employees with all necessary hardware, software, and network access to ensure productivity from day one.
Employee Offboarding: Secure and efficient removal of access, retrieval of devices, and deactivation of accounts for departing employees, minimizing security risks.
Vendor Onboarding: Quick and secure setup of vendors, granting them the appropriate access and tools needed to work with your organization.
Vendor Offboarding: Timely and thorough termination of vendor access and systems integration when their services are no longer required.
Contractor Onboarding: Fast and efficient provisioning of contractors, including temporary access to systems and applications required for their roles.
Contractor Offboarding: Revocation of contractor access and collection of devices or hardware upon contract completion to maintain security and compliance.
Account Provisioning: Set up and configure necessary user accounts and permissions for new employees, vendors, and contractors.
Account Deactivation: Disable and remove user accounts when employees, vendors, or contractors leave the organization to prevent unauthorized access.
Device Retrieval & Reassignment: Recover devices from offboarded users and reassign or securely wipe and reset them for future use.
Access Management: Monitor and manage access rights throughout an employee’s lifecycle to ensure adherence to the principle of least privilege.
Application Deployment: Deploy necessary software applications and licenses for new employees or contractors based on their roles and responsibilities.
Compliance & Security: Ensure all onboarding and offboarding processes meet compliance and security requirements, protecting corporate data and systems.
Customized Workflow: Tailored onboarding/offboarding workflows that align with your company’s specific needs, ensuring a consistent and smooth process for all personnel.
smartIT’s comprehensive onboarding and offboarding solutions ensure that your school maintains security, efficiency, and compliance throughout the employee and vendor lifecycle.
smartIT provides comprehensive phone and video conferencing solutions to enhance communication and collaboration:
Collaboration: Utilize platforms like Zoom Phone, Zoom Room, Microsoft Teams, Google Chat, Google Meet, RingCentral Meetings, and RingCentral DMS. These solutions offer features such as screen sharing, document collaboration, and real-time annotation to facilitate seamless teamwork, even across different platforms.
Scalable and Evolving: Our solutions adapt to your needs, whether you’re connecting two colleagues for a one-on-one conversation or hosting a large-scale virtual conference. Scalable options allow you to easily expand or downsize your conferencing capabilities as your business evolves.
Responsive and Secured: Ensure all calls are answered and protected with caller verification, masked calling capabilities, and top-notch voice communication security. Maintain uninterrupted, secure communications while safeguarding sensitive data.
Seamless Access to Calls: Make high-quality calls with global carriers, scalable options, and private cloud connections. Our systems support multi-party calling and ensure maximum user privacy, allowing you to communicate internally and externally with ease.
Revolutionize Your Meetings: Experience lifelike conversations with state-of-the-art audio and high-definition video technology. Say goodbye to garbled voices and pixelated images, and enjoy an immersive, engaging meeting experience.
With smartIT, you get the right technology, people, and processes to enhance collaboration, achieve cost savings, and ensure business continuity.
Looking to connect with clients, collaborate with remote teams, or conduct virtual meetings? Schedule your free consultation today!
smartIT offers end-to-end management of your organization’s devices, ensuring optimal performance, security, and lifecycle efficiency. Our approach covers everything from procurement to retirement, streamlining device handling and maximizing ROI.
Procurement and Deployment
- Device Acquisition: Selection and procurement of hardware tailored to your business needs, including PCs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
- Configuration and Setup: Pre-configuring devices with necessary software and settings before deployment to ensure readiness for immediate use.
- Seamless Deployment: Efficient delivery and setup of devices to users, minimizing disruption and accelerating productivity.
Ongoing Management
- Inventory Management: Tracking and managing device inventory to maintain up-to-date records and ensure adequate supply.
- Device Monitoring: Continuous monitoring to identify and resolve issues proactively, ensuring devices operate at peak performance.
- Software Updates: Regular updates and patches for operating systems and applications to keep devices secure and up-to-date.
Lifecycle Management
- Maintenance and Support: Providing ongoing support and maintenance to address hardware and software issues, extending the life of devices.
- Upgrades and Replacements: Coordinating upgrades and replacements to keep technology current and aligned with business needs.
- End-of-Life Management: Secure disposal and recycling of outdated devices, ensuring data is properly wiped and environmental regulations are followed.
Data Security and Compliance
- Device Encryption: Implementing encryption to protect sensitive data stored on devices.
- Access Control: Managing access permissions and policies to safeguard against unauthorized use.
- Compliance Checks: Regular audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Customized Solutions
- Tailored Strategies: Developing device management strategies customized to fit your organization’s specific needs and goals.
- Scalable Services: Offering scalable solutions that grow with your business, adapting to changing technology and user requirements.
Customized Training Programs: Offer hands-on training for essential collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, Slack, Google Workspace, and software applications including Power Automate, Salesforce, and Microsoft Excel.
Efficient Tool Usage: Educate users on best practices for leveraging collaboration platforms and productivity software to enhance efficiency and communication.
Security and Best Practices: Provide training on security awareness, password management, and data privacy to safeguard sensitive information and comply with regulations.
Ongoing Support: Deliver continuous learning opportunities, refresher courses, and responsive assistance to keep skills current and address any technology-related challenges.
Our team modernizes your systems with cost-effective, innovative services that enhance productivity and optimize your processes.
Proactive Monitoring and Maintenance
We identify and resolve issues before they disrupt your operations, with continuous monitoring and regular maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.IT Helpdesk Support
Our friendly and knowledgeable support technicians provide prompt resolutions, answer questions, and offer expert guidance whenever you need it.Vendor Management
Streamline your technology vendor interactions through our managed services. We handle communication, negotiate contracts, and resolve issues, saving you time and reducing complexity.Secure Cloud Hosting and Managed Virtualization
Protect your data with secure cloud hosting and managed virtualization solutions, ensuring reliable and scalable support for your business operations.Onsite or Remote Technical Support
Receive tailored technical support based on your business needs, whether onsite or remote, ensuring you get the right level of assistance for your unique situation.IT Procurement and Complete Hardware and Software Asset Management
We manage all aspects of IT procurement and asset management, from acquiring new hardware and software to optimizing existing assets.System Monitoring and Managed Business Continuity
Maintain operational continuity with proactive system monitoring and business continuity management to prevent issues and recover effectively from disruptions.
At smartIT, we provide IT support and Infosec services that are uniquely designed for schools of all sizes. Our commitment to excellence ensures that your organization receives customized support and exceptional service that sets us apart from the rest. We provide:
Customized Support for Schools: We offer tailored IT solutions specifically designed for schools, understanding the unique challenges and requirements of this sector. Our expertise in educational institution IT needs ensures you receive the most effective support.
Fractional or Dedicated vCIO and Account Management Services: Unlike many IT companies, we provide both fractional and dedicated vCIO services and account management. This personalized approach offers strategic guidance and hands-on support to align IT with your organizational goals.
Reliability with One-Ticket Resolution: We pride ourselves on our efficiency, offering one-ticket resolution for most issues. This means you receive quick and effective support, minimizing downtime and ensuring your IT systems run smoothly.
Expertise and Personalized Service: Our team’s deep expertise and commitment to personalized service ensure that your organization gets the best help and guidance. We focus on building strong relationships and understanding your specific needs to deliver optimal IT solutions.
Comprehensive IT Support for K-12 Schools
Enhance Your School's Learning Environment with Expert IT Support
Discover how our specialized IT services can transform your K-12 school by providing the technology support you need to create an optimal learning environment. Outsource your IT to smartIT, and let us manage the technical aspects—so you can concentrate on delivering quality education. From seamless device management to reliable network infrastructure, we’re here to support your school’s success. Let’s work together to elevate your educational experience!
Your School’s Questions, Answered: Expert Solutions for Schools
Frequently asked questions
We provide a full range of IT support services to K to 12 schools, including network management, device deployment (like Chromebooks and Smart Boards), cybersecurity solutions, cloud services, Google for Education integration, VoIP system setup, and more. Our solutions are designed to streamline classroom technology, secure your school’s data, and ensure smooth operations.
We offer comprehensive cybersecurity solutions tailored for schools, including multi-factor authentication (MFA), endpoint protection, firewall deployment, and real-time threat detection. Additionally, we integrate Lightspeed Systems to monitor student activity and flag potential risks such as cyberbullying or threats of violence, helping keep your students safe online.
At smartIT, we pride ourselves on fast, efficient service. With our one-ticket resolution approach, many issues are resolved with a single request. Our proactive IT management ensures minimal downtime for your school, allowing educators to focus on teaching without technical disruptions.
We support a wide range of technology used in K-12 schools, including Chromebooks, Smart Boards, classroom management systems, Google for Education tools, and VoIP phone systems. We also provide IT infrastructure support, network monitoring, and cloud services to enhance both administrative and classroom operations.
Yes! We offer remote IT support for schools, ensuring that your students and staff can stay connected, whether learning in the classroom or remotely. Our services include support for video conferencing, virtual classrooms, remote device management, and network security to ensure a seamless hybrid learning experience.
Absolutely. We help schools manage their Google for Education accounts, from setting up Google Admin and creating student/teacher accounts to managing Google Classroom integration. Our dedicated or fractional vCIO (Virtual Chief Information Officer) provides strategic oversight, ensuring that your Google for Education platform is optimized for seamless operation. This allows your staff to focus on instruction, while we handle the technical details and ongoing support.
With our scalable IT solutions, we design your IT infrastructure to grow with your institution. From cloud services to device management and network upgrades, we ensure that your technology evolves alongside your school’s needs, allowing for seamless expansion and adaptability.
For critical IT issues, our dedicated support team is available for emergency IT support. We provide rapid response services to resolve network outages, security breaches, or other major disruptions, ensuring minimal downtime and a quick return to normal operations.
We provide fractional or dedicated vCIO and account management services, which many other IT companies don’t offer. We ensure reliability with one-ticket resolution for most issues, meaning quick and effective support. Our expertise and personalized, non-robotic service ensure that your business, nonprofit, organization, or school gets the best help and guidance to succeed. Unlike many others, we do not use AI or robots for any of our IT support interactions with clients—our team is fully committed to providing human-driven, hands-on assistance.
Our free 2-hour IT assessment includes a comprehensive evaluation of your school’s existing IT infrastructure. We’ll identify areas for improvement, recommend upgrades or optimizations, and provide strategic advice to help you create a more efficient, secure, and reliable technology environment.
It’s simple! Contact us to schedule your free 2-hour IT assessment. Our experts will evaluate your current technology infrastructure and offer strategic recommendations to optimize your IT setup, ensuring your school runs smoothly and securely.
Need IT Support for Your K-12 School?
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Contact us to schedule your free 2-hour IT assessment. Our experts will thoroughly evaluate your current IT infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance your technology setup. Let us help you create a more effective and efficient learning environment for your students and staff.