INTRODUCING ASPECT IT LTD

Excellence in IT Support

Our wide range of IT support and consultancy services are cost effective, professional and flexible enough to meet almost any specification and budget. With a steadfast dedication to excellent customer service and strong business relationships, we are always happy to help!

For a quick chat about how our IT Services can aid your business, call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

Aspect IT’s mission is to offer well-managed IT Services to its clients and help them maximise profits through the strategic use of IT.

Our IT services and solutions help businesses across the UK to future-proof themselves against likely changes in technology which would otherwise hinder their business operations.

Our offering includes services such as:

• IT Support

• IT Consultancy

• Web Design & Ecommerce

• Cloud Services

• Software Development

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INTRODUCING ASPECT IT LTD

“As a small business with limited IT resource, the expertise and support offered by Aspect IT has been invaluable. From the initial evaluation of our immediate and longer term needs right through to new server installation, Aspect IT have exceeded all our expectations.”

Director of a Lifestyle Publication

“We have had a working relationship with Aspect IT since 2003; we have had no reason to look elsewhere for IT support. They are timely in their response for assistance and professional in their dealings with us.”

Director of a Health and Safety Company

Located in Greater Manchester we have become well known for outstanding levels of customer service, IT support and advice for clients throughout the UK.

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WEB DESIGN & ECOMMERCE

Professional & affordableAspect have the experience and professionalism to create a website that is exactly the way you want it.

Our packages are tailor made to suit your business needs and we will keep you involved every step of the way. When we design your website we take a number of factors into account:

“The project delivery and technical support was excellent throughout and has provided us with a professional, user friendly website.”

Director of a Health and Safety Company

DESIGN:

A fully functioning and visually stunning

representation of your brand.

STRUCTURE:

Customers can easily navigate around

your website.

MOBILE FRIENDLY:

Mobile & tablet responsive websites to enhance user

experience and ensure customers can still find you on mobile devices.

LAYOUT:

Each page is search engine optimised (SEO)

and key information is presented with the

customer in mind.

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eCommerce Web Design At Aspect we have helped numerous clients move from traditional retail to online with our intuitive & cost effective design service.

An ecommerce site from Aspect offers total customisation so that your online store fits your business requirements perfectly.

Domain Name Management Aspect can manage other elements of your online presence.

We can purchase, manage or change a domain name on your behalf.

Web Hosting Even if your site was not created by us, we can provide you with cost effective web hosting solutions.

All our servers are based in the UK in high security data centres, where they are managed and supported all day, every day, 365 days a year.

At Aspect IT we select the most appropriate and up to date platforms to assist us in building your website. We have been helping companies from a range of different industries get online since 2003. Some of the industries we have worked with include:

WEB DESIGN & ECOMMERCE

Your window to the world

• Marketing

• Health and Safety

• Beauty Salons

• Engineering

• Hospitality

• Online Retailers

“The site is dynamic and easy to manage, even with our vast product range. We have obtained countless new customers and orders as a direct result of the new site which we are delighted about.”

Director of an Online Retail Company

For more information, call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

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REDUCESPAM BY

98%

Benefits of email filtering• Nothing to install or maintain.

• Same features for all business sizes.

• Reduces spam by 98%.

• Block threats before they reach your network.

• Quarantine area for each user to review questionable emails.

• Configure your own white and black lists.

• Fully compatible with Office 365.

• Constantly updated to protect from the newest threats.

SPAM EMAIL FILTERING

Take back your emailSpam emails are not only frustrating, they squander time and revenue. The security risks they pose are also a serious threat to your business; spam emails can contain viruses, phishing requests and spyware.

Nevertheless, emails are a necessity. They provide a valuable channel of communication with customers, colleagues and suppliers. Our email filtering service is the most comprehensive way of protecting your business against data theft and hacking through emails; and believe us it does happen!

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The cost Our Spam Email Filtering service is paid for via a monthly subscription based on the number of mailboxes and domains you require protecting.

Simply get in contact for a free quote.

Simple & effective This system is very simple to set up; no installation is necessary. Simply ask your IT staff to route your emails to our server and then we can route them back.

If you do not have any IT staff, then we can do this for you!

What next? If you need more information, a free quotation or even a demo of this service then call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

SPAM EMAIL FILTERING

Keeping your emails safe If you currently have an email system that delivers emails directly to your office server, then you are at risk of losing emails.

If your email server is unavailable or your internet access is not working, your emails could potentially be lost or remain undelivered.

Our spam filter service resolves this issue and acts as a secondary email server. It stores your emails giving you time to resolve any issues.

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MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 A cloud subscription plan that includes access to Office applications such as Word, Excel, Publisher etc. over the internet. The packages are designed with all business sizes and requirements in mind. Multiple licenses allow individual users to install Office on up to five devices e.g laptop, tablet, PC. As an accredited Microsoft Partner, Aspect can seamlessly manage your setup or migration to Office 365.

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY Whether inner city or rural, Aspect can provide you with the best solution for connecting to the internet. Our expertise and solid partnerships with leading suppliers assists us in finding your business the most reliable and cost effective service.

TELEPHONE SERVICES (VOIP) An internet based replacement for your telephone lines, VoIP allows employees to make calls cheaply and take their extension number anywhere!

CLOUD SERVICES

The power of the Cloud The cloud’s potential for driving business innovation is limitless. From enhancing internal operations to transforming customer relationships, cloud services can shift competitive landscapes and provide new platforms for delivering business value. The only decision a company needs to make regarding cloud services is not whether to take advantage of its capabilities, but when.

It’s not just a technology buzzword, the cloud really can help your business growth and development. The process relies on remote computer processors that store your data, networks, servers, applications and services, granting you increased security and flexibility.

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CLOUD SERVICES

Cloud coverSome 800,000 laptops a year are lost in airports;

this can have serious monetary implications.

But if everything is stored in the cloud, data can still

be accessed regardless of what has happened

to the machine.

Who better to help you understand how best to employ cloud facilitated solutions than a band of cloud experts? If you require more information about the cloud services that we offer, don’t hesitate to give us a call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

VIRTUAL PRIVATE SERVER (VPS) This kind of server is rented from a cloud service provider. Rather than a server in your office, it is in the cloud and accessed via the internet.

DATA BACKUP SERVICES We offer two types of data backup. The first is server imaging, which not only backs up your data, it also captures images of your settings and installed programs. With this service you can restore the whole server as it was before a system failure. The other option is a simple and affordable online data backup, which means data is backed up quickly via the internet to our secure UK based data centre.

SPAM FILTERING We provide a filtering service that blocks spam by up to 98%. Paid for via a monthly subscription, the service is affordable, easy to setup and provides immediate results.

ANTI-VIRUS Without a suitable anti-virus package, your system is open to attacks and external threats. Aspect IT is an approved reseller of numerous business level bundles that will protect your business in a cost effective manner.

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DATA BACKUP SERVICES

Your data is invaluableIf your business utilises computers and technology, a backup system is imperative. If disaster struck today, would you be able to restore the data on your computer?

Every byte of data is important, from payroll to call logs. With our services you can rest assured that your data is continually backed up without any need for user intervention.

There are two main services that we offer to protect your files, take a look overleaf to find out more.

“90% of businesses that lose data from a disaster are forced to shut within two years.”

For more information about our back up services, call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

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DATA BACKUP SERVICES

Online Backup Your data is backed up quickly via the internet.

• Simple and affordable.

• For home and business users.

• Schedule around your work.

• Fully scalable; easily add or remove users.

• Quick and intelligent – only backs up changes in files.

• Restore different versions of the same files.

• Anytime recovery.

• All data is encrypted and stored in a high security data centre.

• Payable via monthly subscription.

Server Imaging Captures an image of the whole server i.e the data, settings and installed programs.

• Backup to onsite device and high security UK data centre.

• Every byte of data is encrypted.

• Restore files quickly and easily.

• Restore complete server to existing, new or virtual hardware.

• Can be used for migrating to newer hardware or testing configurations.

• Real time data protection; images can be taken every fifteen minutes.

• Payable via a monthly subscription.

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As a registered Microsoft Office 365 Partner, Aspect IT can help your company migrate to and get the most from Office 365.

If you would like a demonstration of Office 365 or a trial of its services then do not hesitate to get it touch.

For a free quotation call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

MICROSOFT OFFICE 365

Office when and where you need it

Office 365 for Business is designed with all business sizes in mind, giving companies the flexibility of the cloud in a simple, cost-effective subscription package.

Summary of features:

• Contains all popular software packages such as Word, Excel, Publisher etc.

• Gain access to productivity tools and Office applications in the office or on-the-go.

• Brand your business email address with your company name.

• Connect with customers via video conferencing and instant messaging.

• 1 TB of storage per user; plenty of space for all of your files.

• Shared calendars and tasks help you stay in sync with your team.

• Multiple licenses allow you to install Office on up to 5 devices e.g laptops, office PC, tablet.

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Business Essentials:

This is the entry level package for Office 365. For only £3.10 per user per month, it provides:

• Office: The online versions of Word, Excel PowerPoint etc.

• Storage: 1 TB storage per user.

• Email Functionality: Emails, calendars & contacts with a 50GB inbox limit per user.

Office 365 Business:

This second tier package costs £7.00 per user per month and provides:

• Office: The full desktop versions of Word, Excel PowerPoint and more.

• Tablets & Smartphones: Office for Windows tablets, iPad and smartphones.

• Online Storage: 1 TB storage per user.

Office 365 Business Premium:

This third tier package costs £7.80 per user per month and combines the email features of Business Essentials with all the features and software of Office 365 Business.

MICROSOFT OFFICE 365

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Some of the projects we have been involved with include:

• Online auditing systems

• Customer service management systems

• Desktop applications

• Custom .Net programming

• Sage integration with third party software

• Enhancing internal databases

• Mobile app development

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Designed with you in mind Do you need bespoke software to support business growth and performance?

Our team of exceptionally skilled developers will tailor make an application to suit your exact requirements. We provide the tools that your company needs to drive strategy and streamline businesses processes.

“Aspect IT quickly understood our systems and completed the software development project successfully and in a professional manner.”

Manager of a Textiles Manufacturer

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SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

An integrated approach

How can software development aid your business?• Easy to use as it is designed around your business operations.

• Streamline processes, solve problems, integrate systems, connect with customers or supply a new product or service.

• Provide your business with a competitive edge.

• The software can be modified whenever you require.

High performance software for high performing businessesAspect’s mission is to construct innovative software that delights customers and is delivered on time and within budget. We can help you achieve real results through our services; our team approaches projects in a structured and professional manner with regular updates.

For a free quotation call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

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ADSL Broadband One of the most common forms of receiving the internet, ADSL requires a standard analogue telephone line and has speeds up to 24Mbit/s.

ADSL is relatively inexpensive and simple to install. Packages range from £15 to £70 per month, depending on speed and data usage.

Fibre BroadbandFibre broadband is the next step up from ADSL. It still requires an analogue telephone line but also utilises fibre optic cables for faster speeds of up to 76Mbit/s.

This service is not available in all geographical locations but a roll out programme is underway.

The monthly cost ranges from £16 to £60.

Leased Lines & EFMLeased lines are normally used by businesses that require a fast and consistent internet speed and a secure network connection.

Speeds can reach up to 1GBit/s.

Setup starts at £990 and monthly subscriptions cost between £300 and £420.

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY

Are you connected? At Aspect we will find the best method of connecting your business to the internet.

With a range of different solutions varying in price and functionality, you are sure to find the perfect option to fit your business needs. Our expertise and solid partnerships with leading suppliers ensure that you receive the most reliable and cost effective package.

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Analogue Telephone Line Aspect can install an analogue telephone line; this is the traditional telephone line seen in homes across the UK. An analogue line is required in most cases to connect to the internet.

Simple and inexpensive, this costs approximately £17 per month.

Wireless (Radio) Wireless radio does not require a telephone line, it is achieved by installing an antenna on your building that has direct line of sight to a service provider.

Wireless internet can provide speeds of up to 20Mbit/s.

Approximate installation costs are £400 and monthly subscription costs start at £75.

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY

What Next? At Aspect IT we have the expertise to get you connected regardless of your location. Whether inner city or rural, we can find the most appropriate and cost effective technology for you.

Contact us today for a free site survey and quotation: 0161 241 9050 info@aspectit.co.uk

What if you don’t have a line to connect to the internet?

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TELEPHONE SERVICES (VOIP)

What is VoIP? VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) is a technology that allows the user to make telephone calls over the internet in a highly flexible and cost effective manner. VoIP replaces traditional phone systems and expensive line costs.

What can Aspect IT Provide?We provide two different VoIP solutions:

INTERNAL: If you prefer to have your phone system located in your office then we can provide an onsite solution. We will install and configure all the equipment and software in your office.

HOSTED: Your system is hosted within the cloud.

Which is Best? We will advise which option is the most suitable for your company. An internal system has more upfront costs but provides you with more control over your own system. Whereas a hosted solution is less expensive in the short term but managed in the cloud.

Right for you

VoIP costs vary from package to package but we will advise

the best option for you.

VoIP is not appropriate for every organisation and we are honest enough to let you know whether it will benefit

your company. As well as setting up your system, we are able to

manage and maintain your VoIP equipment.

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TELEPHONE SERVICES (VOIP)

The Benefits

Lower communication costs: Calls to other VoIP systems on the same platform are free. If you have separate offices this means calls between them are free.

Staff productivity: Providing your staff have a connection to the internet, they can pick up calls on multiple devices e.g. laptops, tablets, home office computers, smartphones.

Scalability: Easily add new users and ring groups.

Manage calls: Full control over how calls are routed through your system.

Voicemail: Voicemails can be sent directly to your email so they can be checked anywhere, anytime.

Flexibility: Access via any internet enabled devices.

Area Codes: Assign alternative area codes to your number e.g. a London area code to a Manchester office.

“Aspect IT helped us to integrate our IT systems and VoIP installation which has given us seamless data and voice connectivity across our organisation.”

Manager of an Assistive Technology Company

What Next? If you are considering a VoIP system for your company then get in touch. We provide free site surveys and detailed quotations according to your exact requirements.

Contact us today: 0161 241 9050 info@aspectit.co.uk

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IT SUPPORT

Supporting your businessTechnology plays an important strategic role in business development. Every company needs fast and resilient IT systems in order to maintain productivity and increase profitability. From data backup security to business continuity planning; IT support addresses the fundamental issues that affect modern day businesses.

Why outsource?Many companies, from start-ups to more established SME’s, cannot afford to meet the expense of an in-house IT team. Hiring an internal member of staff can be costly and cause issues when the employee takes a holiday. Other internal staff may be unqualified to handle serious IT complications that could affect the future of your organisation.

At Aspect IT, we understand how to leverage technology for corporate success. Our straightforward, cost-effective contracts are tailor made to suit your business structure and requirements. Aspect’s mission is to provide exceptional IT support that drives businesses forward and presents a significant competitive edge.

• Dedicated IT helpdesk manned by skilled IT professionals.

• High level of customer service and expert technical knowledge.

• Ability to remotely access your systems to solve issues quickly and efficiently.

• Proactive support using the latest server management and monitoring systems.

• Strategically positioned for quick onsite response times.

• A website portal and desktop application to review and monitor your helpdesk calls.

• Regular onsite visits and reviews of your support contract.

• We will keep you updated on the latest technologies.

We provide the following key features:

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IT SUPPORT

IT Support Contracts There are 4 IT Support contracts that we offer:

• Fixed Fee

• Time Based

• Server Health Checks

• PAYG

“Other IT providers have approached us to discuss their services. After researching other options, we have always found that Aspect offered the best value for money.”

Senior Manager of a Training Provider

Contract & Payment Terms

Our contracts have a minimum term of 3 months. All contracts are invoiced monthly with 30 day terms. We will review your contract with us at regular intervals. A full list of T & C’s are available upon request.

The companies that prosper are those that leverage new technologies and have the necessary processes in place to streamline business operations, cut costs, and support everyday activities.

Whether you’re a company of one or one hundred employees, we will recommend the most cost effective contract for your company. We can provide a free initial assessment of your IT network and a quotation, call: 0161 241 9050 or email: info@aspectit.co.uk

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IT CONSULTANCY

Keeping you on topTechnology is constantly evolving. It is becoming increasingly difficult for business owners to stay up to date, let alone turn key changes into competitive advantages. Consequently, many companies choose to join forces with professional IT consultants.

If you have an IT project, we can provide guidance and support to ensure the project is executed successfully. From sourcing new software to upgrading hardware or expanding your business, Aspect IT can provide a full range of IT consultancy services to take the fuss out of your projects.

IT systems and projects At Aspect IT we are eager to leverage emerging technologies to ensure that your IT systems are well designed and managed. Whatever the size of your business, we can devise an effective IT infrastructure strategy that will achieve business goals and provide cost savings.

Some of the projects we have implemented include:

• New IT network designs and implementations

• Server installations and upgrades

• Auditing, reviewing and advice on IT equipment

• Wireless network configurations

• Office moves or business expansion

• Linking remote offices

• Security, backups and anti-virus solutions

• Business network security

• Holiday cover or additional resource

• Visit aspectit.co.uk to view more project case studies or call: 0161 241 9050 to discuss your IT project.

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IT CONSULTANCY

Business process & system design We have helped numerous companies streamline their business processes and take advantage of new IT technologies. Consultancy is not just reserved for larger organisations, it can be beneficial to all businesses regardless of size.

Some of the industries we have worked with include:

• Pharmaceuticals

• Lifestyle Publications

• Health and Safety

• Letting Agencies

• Accountants

Business Continuity Planning Aspect IT can revisit IT systems to locate strategic cost saving opportunities. We also offer advice and guidance on disaster recovery and contingency planning. If the worst was to happen, your business is covered and you are able to function as normal.

Big ideas for small businesses

“80% of businesses affected by a major

incident either never re-open or close within

18 months.”

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