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The Benefits of Having a Virtual, On-Demand IT Leader

Written by Insights Contributor | Oct 18, 2019 3:53:20 PM

The Benefits of Having a Virtual, On-Demand IT Leader

 

Some small to medium-sized businesses need technology leadership, but simply can’t afford the compensation able to attract the industry’s best. In this scenario, considering a virtual or on-demand technology leader makes sense. Essentially, a CIO as a Service (CIOaaS) provides the SMB the means to take full advantage of the latest technology innovations.

With SMB success in mind, here are a few of the benefits gained by using virtual IT leadership. It’s the best way to achieve success in a business world undergoing a massive digital transformation. Your competition is likely thinking about a similar move. 

C-Level Tech Leadership for the Small Business  

Enterprises aren’t the only business entity needing insight, advice, and leadership on technology. Unfortunately, small businesses typically focus their spending in other areas. Their leadership tends to be experts in a specific line of business; not necessarily the IT world. 

Given this scenario, the SMB undeniably benefits from using virtual IT leadership. When considering the costs potentially wasted on poorly conceived tech experiments, it’s money wisely spent. Your organization is able to focus on running its core business, while your tech help handles your IT needs. 

An on-demand tech leader helps your company make the right decisions on Cloud services, help desk solutions, PCs, mobile devices, VoIP systems, and more. It’s an approach that ensures the current digital transformation doesn’t leave your company in the dust.  

What Types of Virtual Tech Leaders are Available?  

Depending on the needs of your organization, a variety of virtual tech leadership roles are available. You generally request their services for a few hours per month: once again a flexible approach suitable for your organization’s schedule and project work. This flexibility is a major benefit for the SMB.  

Technology Partners provides virtual IT leadership. We offer a CIO role for organizations needing a strategic guide when devising an entire technology plan. Strategies on networking, information security, and leveraging Cloud-based services are some of their typical duties. 

Additionally, companies desiring more hands-on management need to consider our virtual CTO role. They provide management of more tactical IT considerations, including hardware and software procurement. Our virtual CISO role is perfect for organizations worried about hackers and preventing other nefarious online activities. 

Speak With Our Knowledgeable IT Team!

So if you are interested in our virtual technology management services, speak with our knowledgeable experts about the myriad options available to your business. As one of the top IT service providers in St. Louis, Technology Partners stands poised to help your company achieve its business goals. Schedule some time with us soon.