IT consultancy

Name: iTek Computer Solutions
Price range: $$

Practical IT advice from people who understand business

Technology decisions are easier when you have the right people around you.

At iTek, we help businesses plan, improve, and future-proof their IT infrastructure with business IT consulting services and cyber security consultancy grounded in experience and practical day-to-day knowledge.

Some clients come to us for a specic project. Others need ongoing guidance as their business grows. In both cases, the goal is the same: making sure technology supports the business properly rather than holding it back.

Built in experience

Our team has extensive experience with Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft 365, Azure, SharePoint, and Active Directory, alongside infrastructure, connectivity, Wi-Fi, and cyber security solutions.

We help businesses plan for software end-of-life changes and infrastructure upgrades before they become a security or operational risk.

We’re also Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification consultants. We help businesses achieve and maintain Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification through technical remediation, practical guidance, and ongoing compliance support.

Areas we regularly support

We specialise in Microsoft technologies and provide Microsoft business email and email hosting solutions, tailored to the way each organisation works.

That includes:

Cloud migrations
Microsoft 365 and Azure projects
Office moves and relocations
Cyber security planning
Disaster recovery and backup strategies
Connectivity and Wi-Fi planning
Infrastructure upgrades
IT budgeting and lifecycle planning
Business mergers and separation projects

Our approach

Advice without the jargon

Most businesses don’t need someone to impress them with technical language. They need clear answers, sensible advice, and confidence that the recommendation is right for the business.

Our role is to explain things clearly, highlight risks before they become serious issues, and help clients make informed decisions based on what the business actually needs.

That could mean planning an office move, improving remote working security, reviewing ageing infrastructure, or helping leadership teams understand where technology investment will make the biggest difference over the next few years.

Built around long-term relationships

Because we support many clients over a number of years, consultancy becomes an ongoing conversation rather than a one-off project.

We get to understand how businesses operate, what their priorities are, and where technology can genuinely make day-to-day work easier and more secure.

Planning a project or reviewing your current setup?

Speak to a human

We provide IT Consultancy to businesses across Cumbria, Lancashire, the North West, and the North East, including Lancaster, South Lakes, and Barrow.

Our clients span a wide range of sectors, including construction, legal, automotive, and accountancy, as well as many others that rely on secure, dependable technology to keep their businesses running smoothly.

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Everything you need to know

What does IT consultancy include?

Our IT consultancy services include infrastructure reviews, cloud migration planning, cyber security advice, Microsoft 365 projects, connectivity planning, office moves, disaster recovery planning, and long-term technology strategy. We also provide strategic guidance around digital transformation, risk management, and improving security postures.

How do I know if my business needs IT consultancy?

Businesses often seek consultancy when planning growth, reviewing ageing systems, improving security, moving office, adopting cloud services, or experiencing recurring IT issues that need a long-term solution. Consultancy can also help organisations prepare for changing business requirements, cyber threats, and technology challenges.

Can you review our current IT setup and recommend improvements?

Yes. We regularly carry out technical audits, risk assessments, and infrastructure reviews to identify risks, improve business processes, and recommend practical improvements. Where required, we can also advise on penetration testing, cyber security controls, and compliance standards such as ISO 27001.

Is IT consultancy suitable for small and medium-sized businesses?

Yes. We work with businesses of all sizes across Cumbria and the North West, helping them make informed technology decisions and plan for future growth. Good consultancy provides expert advice that helps businesses gain a competitive advantage while avoiding costly mistakes.

Can you advise on upgrades, migrations, and future IT planning?

Yes. We support businesses with cloud migrations, Microsoft upgrades, infrastructure projects, office moves, connectivity planning, and ongoing lifecycle management. Our project management approach helps ensure technology investments support both current requirements and long-term business goals.

Can you help us make better use of our existing systems?

Yes. Consultancy is not always about replacing systems. In many cases, we help businesses improve performance, streamline business processes, strengthen security awareness, and get more value from the technology they already have in place.

Do you only provide advice, or can you also help implement the recommendations?

We support both. Alongside consultancy and planning, our team can deliver and manage recommended upgrades, projects, and infrastructure changes. This includes cyber security improvements, support with the Cyber Essentials scheme, and measures designed to reduce the risk of cyber attacks and security incidents.

Do you provide IT consultancy for businesses across Cumbria and the North West?

Yes. We provide IT consultancy services for businesses across Cumbria and the wider North West region. Unlike many larger consulting firms, we take a practical approach, working closely with clients to tailor solutions that fit their business and technology requirements.