Small Business Starters
Computer and technology requirements for new and expanding businesses
So you have decided to take the plunge and start a business? Or you may be looking to expand and need greater resources to manage to your new venture. As you may be quickly finding out, there is a lot to think and about and a lot of decisions to be made. Included amongst these decisions is which information technology will best suit your plans. Computing will almost certainly play a role in your business, but where do you start? Common questions include:

- What sort of computer should I use?
- How do I set up email? What are the options?
- Do I need a server?
- Which accounting package should I have?
- Do I need a website, and where do I start?
..and many more like it.
We cant stress enough the importance of making an informed decision on computing needs. Many people make the common error of choosing the budget conscious path, as do others who spend big on products that turn out to be of little worth. With only a couple of hours of consultation we can deliver to you the right information to help you make the right decisions.
This is not about pushing any particular brand, for even though we have partnerships, our focus is support, not software sales. We have done this many times before and have delivered sound advice to a colourful variety of new and expanding businesses, each with different goals and requirements that match their particular place in the market.
Big Tip - Choosing a Domain Name.
If you are starting a new business, you will be of course considering the name of your business. You may also be considering a website. In most circumstances, it is almost an essential to have a website, even if its job is just to give bona fides to your business. In fact most consumers today expect to find a website of some sort when looking for products and services and many are put off if they don't.
These leads us to domain names. There are some important considerations when it comes to choosing a domain name for your business. We have written an article that will help guide you through your decision process. Click here to download it, and good luck!







