Starting a new business, opening an office or bringing a new employee into your team can involve a surprising amount of technology.
Computers need to be configured, user accounts created, Microsoft 365 and email connected, software installed, printers added and security settings established. If these systems are not set up properly, small problems can quickly become frustrating interruptions to everyday work.
Computerist provides practical business system setup for small businesses across Melbourne’s south-east, helping bring the essential pieces of your technology environment together and ready for work.
Whether you’re setting up a new business or adding another employee to an existing team, we can help make the process simpler.
What Is Business System Setup?Business system setup is the process of preparing the technology a business needs to operate effectively. This can include computers, user accounts, Microsoft 365, email, software, printers, networks, security and other business applications.
The exact requirements depend on the business. Computerist can help assess the requirements and configure suitable systems according to the way your business operates.
Setting Up a New BusinessStarting a business often means making technology decisions at the same time as everything else. Choosing computers, email, Microsoft 365, software, printers, internet connectivity and security can quickly become overwhelming.
Computerist can help you establish a practical technology foundation so you can concentrate on your customers and operations rather than trying to solve IT problems yourself.
Setting Up a New OfficeMoving into a new office or opening an additional location can require more than simply plugging in a few computers. The technology environment may include computers, network equipment, Wi-Fi, printers, Microsoft 365, email, shared resources and security controls.
Computerist can assist with suitable setup and configuration requirements and help identify where specialist infrastructure services may be required.
A new computer should be ready for productive work, not simply switched on and handed to an employee. Computerist can assist with a suitable new computer setup, including Windows configuration, updates, applications, email, Microsoft 365, security settings, printers and other business requirements.
Bringing a new employee into a business can involve several IT tasks. Their computer needs to be configured, accounts created, applications installed, and access provided to the services they are authorised to use.
Computerist can help streamline suitable employee technology setup so new team members can get to work with fewer technical delays.
Microsoft 365 can provide the foundation for business email, collaboration, document management and productivity. Computerist can assist with suitable Microsoft 365 setup and configuration, including user accounts, licences, applications and device configuration.
Business Email SetupProfessional email is an essential part of most businesses. Computerist can assist with suitable business email configuration, including Microsoft 365 and supported email environments. We can help connect email to computers and supported mobile devices and troubleshoot configuration or synchronisation problems.
Business Software SetupEvery business relies on software to perform its work. Computerist can assist with installing and configuring compatible business applications, ensuring the required programs are available and appropriately configured for the user’s role.
Computer & User ConfigurationBusiness computers often require more configuration than a standard home computer. User profiles, applications, security settings, printers, cloud services and business resources may all need to work together. Computerist can help configure suitable devices according to the business’s requirements.
Printer & Scanner SetupPrinters and multifunction devices are often an important part of office operations. Computerist can assist with suitable printer and scanner setup, including network connectivity, drivers, configuration and access for authorised users.
Network & Wi-Fi SetupComputers and business devices need reliable connectivity. Depending on the project, Computerist can assist with suitable network and Wi-Fi configuration, device connectivity and basic troubleshooting. More extensive network design, cabling or infrastructure projects may require a dedicated Network Support engagement.
Security ConfigurationSecurity should be considered during setup rather than added as an afterthought. Computerist can help establish suitable security settings for supported computers and business services, including updates, account protection and other basic security measures appropriate to the environment. The Australian Cyber Security Centre provides practical cyber security guidance for small businesses when setting up and managing technology.
Backup ConfigurationImportant business information should have an appropriate protection strategy from the beginning. Computerist can help identify suitable backup requirements and configure supported backup solutions where appropriate. More comprehensive backup architecture and recovery planning is covered by our Backup & Disaster Recovery service.
Cloud Services SetupMany modern businesses depend on cloud services rather than traditional onsite infrastructure. Computerist can assist with suitable cloud application and service configuration and help connect supported devices and users to those services.
Setting Up Remote EmployeesBusinesses increasingly have employees working from home or from different locations. Suitable remote-worker setup may involve laptops, Microsoft 365, email, cloud applications, security and remote access. Computerist can assist with appropriate technology configuration.
Moving offices can be an opportunity to review and improve the existing IT environment. Computerist can assist with suitable technology relocation and configuration requirements, including computers, printers and network-connected devices.
Technology Setup for Small BusinessesSmall businesses don’t necessarily need complicated technology. They need systems that are appropriate for their size, budget and way of working. Computerist focuses on practical solutions rather than adding unnecessary complexity.
Technology Setup for Home-Based BusinessesA home-based business may operate from a single laptop or desktop, but that computer can be critical to the entire business. Computerist can help configure suitable home-office technology, including computers, Microsoft 365, email, printers, Wi-Fi and security.
Setup & Ongoing IT SupportBusiness System Setup is often the beginning of an ongoing relationship rather than the end of the project. Once your systems are operational, Computerist can provide suitable Business IT Support, Remote IT Support or Ongoing IT Maintenance.
Computerist’s practical experience includes working with:
Routers
Switches
Firewalls
Wireless access points
Business networks
Endpoint environments
Microsoft 365
Network migrations
Infrastructure deployments
This includes involvement in wireless access-point rollouts and business infrastructure environments.
Computerist has substantial practical experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments, users, endpoints and tenants. That matters because identity and cloud services are now central components of many business environments.
Network security depends on understanding the network itself.
Computerist has practical experience with business networks, routers, switches, firewalls and wireless infrastructure.
A secure network doesn’t help much if the computers connected to it are poorly maintained.
Computerist understands endpoint deployment, configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting
We’re not interested in frightening business owners into buying technology they don’t need.
We’ll explain:
What’s at risk.
What you’re already doing well.
What’s missing.
What should be fixed first.
What can wait.
We charge an hourly rate for the time spent working on your technology. If we’re unable to resolve the problem, you won’t be charged for the diagnostic or travel component.
*Some exclusions and conditions may apply. We’ll explain applicable charges before work begins.
