Welcome

My name is Derek Houseworth and I help small businesses and not-for-profit organizations use personal computers and networks to operate more effectively, save money and better serve their customers and communities. My goal is to help you and your staff make smart decisions to get the most out of every dollar you spend on technology.

What I Do

Let me help your organization achieve its goals. I specialize in:

• Installation and support for small office computer networks. I recommend Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Essentials and Microsoft Office 365 to protect your mission-critical data, enhance collaboration between staff members and enable secure remote access to files and office computers.
• Remote and on-site desktop technical support including repairs, upgrades and virus removal to keep staff members productive and your computers running well.
• Development of data-driven web sites and database application software using technologies like HTML, CSS, PHP, SQL, VB.Net, ASP.Net, C++, Microsoft Office Access and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Technology assessments, security assessments and budgeting for technology to facilitate the long-term growth of your organization.

My Philosophy

Rather than treating information technology (IT) as an investment to be leveraged, many small organizations view IT as an expense to be minimized,with predictable results. Neglected computers are far more likely to crash or be compromised by malicious software causing lost data, frustrated employees and angry customers.

With modern computers and software even the smallest organizations can have a secure, reliable network that enables them to get more work done and communicate more effectively with customers. However, limited budgets prevent most small organizations from hiring the dedicated staff required to implement and maintain complex technology projects.

I offer "virtual IT department" services and put the long-term needs of my clients first by recommending only those products and services that provide the best value. As an independent consultant with low overhead costs I am able to offer my services at extremely competitive rates.