We Don’t “Fully Manage” Schools — We Engineer and Support the Systems They Rely On

Most K-12 schools, districts, and higher-education institutions don’t need (or want) a traditional fully managed MSP model.

Instead, they need:

• Reliable, E-Rate–funded networks
• Resilient backup and recovery
• Modern virtual infrastructure
• Experienced project execution

That’s where we specialize.

We partner with education IT teams to design, implement, and manage critical infrastructure, while allowing internal staff to retain control and visibility.

Our Core Education Services

1. Managed Networks for Education (E-Rate Aligned)

We design, deploy, and manage campus and district-wide networks that meet both technical and E-Rate compliance requirements.

Typical scope includes:

• Core, distribution, and access layer switching
• Firewall and edge security
• Wireless network design and optimization
• Ongoing monitoring, configuration, and lifecycle support

Why schools choose this model:

• Infrastructure is E-Rate eligible
• Predictable performance and support
• Reduced burden on internal IT teams

2. Managed Backup & Disaster Recovery for Schools

Educational data is mission-critical — SIS platforms, staff systems, learning platforms, and on-prem workloads all require protection.

We provide managed backup services designed for education environments, including:

• On-prem and virtual server backups
• Offsite and immutable backup options
• Regular testing and recovery validation
• Clear RPO/RTO alignment with school requirements

This is not generic backup software — it’s actively managed protection.

3. Managed Virtual Infrastructure

Rather than managing endpoints or help desks, we focus on infrastructure layers that power education environments.

Supported platforms include:

• Lenovo servers
• Proxmox virtualization
• Nutanix HCI
• Scale Computing platforms

We handle:

• Architecture and sizing
• Deployment and migration
• Ongoing infrastructure management
• Performance, capacity, and lifecycle planning

Education IT Project Services

Many education clients engage us primarily for projects, then layer in managed services where it makes sense.

Common Education Projects We Deliver

Network Infrastructure Projects

• New school or campus builds
• Network refreshes funded by E-Rate
• Core and edge upgrades
• Wireless redesigns

Virtual Infrastructure Projects

• Server refresh and consolidation
• Hyperconverged deployments
• Virtual cluster design
• Migration from legacy platforms

Why this matters for schools:

• Projects are scoped, funded, and executed correctly
• Internal IT retains long-term ownership
• Support is available after implementation

How We Work With Education IT Teams

We are not trying to replace your IT department.

Instead, we act as:

• Infrastructure architects
• Implementation partners
• Managed service providers for specific layers

Typical Engagement Model

1. Assess & Design – Architecture aligned with funding and technical goals
2. Implement – Clean, documented deployments
3. Support & Manage – Networks, backups, and infrastructure where needed
4. Project Again – As environments evolve

This hybrid approach fits education environments far better than all-or-nothing MSP contracts.

Why Education Clients Choose Us

• Deep experience with E-Rate–funded infrastructure
• Proven delivery of complex education IT projects
• Expertise in virtualization and HCI
• Flexible service models that respect internal IT teams
• Clear documentation, transparency, and long-term planning

Who This Is a Good Fit For

We’re a strong fit if you:

• Are a K-12 school, district, or education organization
• Have internal IT staff but need infrastructure expertise
• Use or plan to use E-Rate funding
• Need reliable networks, backup, or virtualization
• Want a partner for both projects and managed services

Talk to an Education Infrastructure Specialist
Discuss E-Rate–funded networks, backup strategies, or virtual infrastructure planning.