The Samarind Solution
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Samarind can take the pain out of expanding and managing your computer network.
We believe your network should work for you, not the other way around. Over the years we've developed solutions to all the problems faced by SME computer networks, and we specialise in providing turnkey network design, configuration, implementation and support services to SME's throughout North West England, North Wales and the Midlands.
Our philosophy is – do it right. As with every business, there are those who just "do", and those who "do it well" – and we make a point of doing it well. If you've ever experienced pushy, jargon-filled computer salesmen, engineers who don't turn up when they're supposed to or people who leave things in a worse state than when they arrived, prepare for a refreshing change.
Your network from Samarind
We become the architects as well as the builders of your computer network. Like an architect, we make sure we consider all your current and future requirements and we welcome your input into any aspect of the design. We always aim to explain our subject in layman's terms and create a solution that is going to give you years of excellent service.
These are the key aspects of a good network:
- Stability. You need your network to be consistently fast and free from erratic connection problems and "hanging". Good choice of network communication equipment and well-installed cabling is essential.
- Reliability. The most important computer on your network is your file server; if this fails almost everything else stops, too. We recommend you choose a quality brand of hardware, such as HP Compaq, for which Samarind is a recognised business partner. This minimises the likelihood of breakdown and offers the best chance of resolving any problems quickly.
- Security. There are many threats to a computer network, including viruses, spyware, spam, hackers and even misinformed or disgruntled employees. We can set up your network to minimise these risks, even if email and Internet access is a key part of your business.
- Backups. The importance of regular, verified backups cannot be overstated. If your server went up in a puff of smoke, money could buy you a new one, but how would you get your data back? Think about all the vital information you have on the server – accounts, payroll, customer orders, production plans, product blueprints. If you don't have a backup you would need to recreate it all.
- Disaster recovery. What if your whole building went up in smoke? How quickly could you get your computer systems back up and running? How time critical is your business? Samarind can help you plan for such an emergency and get your computer services going again as quickly as possible if it actually happens.
- Compliance. We all have a legal responsibility to purchase licences for the software we use. We can help you make sure you're legal in the most cost-effective way possible.