IT planning, budgeting and vCIO services for Arizona small businesses
No more surpriseIT expenses.
Most IT emergencies are predictable: the computer that's out of warranty, the software that stops getting updates, the renewal nobody budgeted for. We plan for them with you, so technology costs show up in your budget, not as a surprise.
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IT costs that catch you off guard
When nobody is looking ahead, every technology decision becomes an emergency.
The surprise replacement
A key computer or server fails, and you're buying a new one this week at whatever it costs.Software that stops getting updates
Systems reach end of support, and suddenly they're a security risk.Renewals nobody tracked
Licenses, warranties and subscriptions renew on autopilot, or lapse at the worst time.Decisions made in a hurry
Buying technology under pressure instead of picking what's actually right.
What you get
A technology plan your CFO can read
Think of it as having a part-time technology advisor, often called a vCIO, on your team. We look ahead, put numbers on it, and explain it in plain English.
Talk to us about IT planningEquipment inventory
Every computer listed, with its age and warranty status.
Replacement schedule
What to replace and when, spread out so costs stay even.
Annual IT budget
A 12-month forecast you can drop straight into your budget.
Renewals tracked
Software, licenses and warranties tracked before they come due.
Security roadmap
The next security steps for your business, in priority order.
Buying advice
Which technology to buy, and what it should cost.
Growth planning
New hires, new offices and new systems planned before they happen.
Plain-English reviews
Regular planning conversations, written for owners and CFOs, not IT people.
Why it matters
Planning pays for itself
Spread costs out
Replace a few computers each year instead of all of them at once.
Avoid emergency pricing
Buy on your schedule, not in the middle of an outage.
Fewer surprises at renewal
Know what's coming due months ahead.
Better answers for insurers and auditors
A documented plan shows you manage technology risk.
Included in Inventive Prime
IT planning and budgeting is part of our managed IT plan at no extra cost.
A local team that answers
Call us and talk to a person. We can be on-site in the Phoenix area within an hour.
480-550-8108What clients say
A true IT partner for a media company's tech team
They are always available, stepping up whenever needed without adding unexpected costs for every small request. They aren't just a vendor; they are a true partner in our success.
Pricing
Two plans. No contract.
Unlimited support, on-site visits, staff training, data-loss prevention and our full security package.
See what's includedPrepaid hour blocks, plus $55 per device, per month for security.
Compare plansNo contract on either plan. See full pricing
Questions
IT planning and budgeting, answered
What is a vCIO?
A virtual chief information officer: a part-time technology advisor who plans and budgets your IT the way a full-time executive would, without the full-time salary.
Is IT planning included in Inventive Prime?
Yes. IT planning and budgeting is part of Inventive Prime. On pay as you go, planning time is billed from your hours.
Can you help with our annual budget?
Yes. We prepare a 12-month IT forecast covering replacements, renewals and recommended projects, so you can plan for it.
How often do we meet?
We set a schedule that fits your business, and you can call any time a technology decision comes up.
Do you tell us what to buy?
Yes. We recommend what fits your business and budget, and hardware and software are always quoted first, with your approval.
Do we have to sign a contract?
No. Both plans are month to month.
Request a free IT assessment.
Here's exactly what happens when you request one:
- 1A 15-minute call about your business and how your IT works today.
- 2A review of your systems, security and backups, with your permission.
- 3A short, plain-English summary of your biggest risks, what an auditor or insurer would flag, and where you may be overspending.
Free, with no obligation. After you submit the form, we call you back the same business day to set up the first call.
Prefer to talk now? 480-550-8108