In today’s ever-changing educational landscape, higher education institutions face increasing pressure to modernize their IT infrastructure in order to support the fast-paced growth of academic learning and research development efforts. High quality hardware procurement, data center installation, and firewall installation services can provide significant advantages to higher education institutions facing these pressures to modernize their IT infrastructures, including:
- Provision of classrooms, labs, and offices with dependable technology that enhances both education and research.
- Consolidation of the institution’s vital data and computing resources, which improves operational efficiency and supports high-performance computing for academic purposes.
- Strengthening of network security by safeguarding sensitive data belonging to students, faculty, and the institution from cyber threats.
- Establishment of a strong and secure IT infrastructure which your university can rely on for its day to day operations
and more.
Our recent collaboration with the University of Montevallo (UM), a leading Alabama higher education provider, exemplifies how strategic hardware procurement, cutting-edge data center installations, and robust firewall solutions can transform institutional capabilities. Faced with outdated systems and escalating security concerns, the University of Montevallo turned to us to revolutionize their technology environment.
Keep reading to learn what Joe Wash, Chief Information Officer for the University of Montevallo, has to say about Clear Winds’ hardware procurement and data center/ firewall installation services for higher education institutions.
The Problem: Outdated Network Infrastructure
We take pride in offering customized solutions that address the specific needs of our clients. Thanks to our various partnerships with big tech companies and our expert team of IT technicians, we were able to provide this university with quality Dell computer hardware and quality data center and firewall installation services at competitive rates. Thus, UM was able to modernize their system and further ensure a dependable and efficient network that is able to continuously meet the university’s ever-expanding technological requirements.
“During our latest server replacement, the Clear Winds team arrived with a plan and worked long hours to make sure that the installation was done correctly and worked as designed.”
The Solution: Quality Hardware and Custom Client-Centered Services
Our company is proud to offer exceptional solutions that meet the ever-changing demands of educational institutions. With the help of our hardware procurement and data center/firewall installation services, UM was able to ensure that their technological foundation is resilient and capable of supporting a lifetime of learning for students and staff. Here’s their feedback on our partnership:
“We chose Clear Winds for our Dell hardware procurement because of their established reputation as a trusted local partner with a proven track record of delivering exceptional service and reliable solutions. Clear Winds’ commitment to customer satisfaction, competitive pricing, and expertise in the industry made them the ideal choice for this critical aspect of our technology infrastructure.
Our experience with Clear Winds for datacenter hardware and installations has been exceptional. They provided top-tier equipment and executed the installations with precision and professionalism. Their expertise and dedication to meeting our specific requirements have ensured our datacenter operates smoothly and efficiently.
The Clear Winds team has provided expert guidance and seamless execution, ensuring our network security is robust and tailored to our specific needs. Their professionalism, quick response times, and deep knowledge in the field have made them an invaluable partner in enhancing our cybersecurity infrastructure.”
The Customer Experience: Exceptional Hardware Procurement and Data Center/Firewall Installation Services at Competitive Rates
Our committed team works tirelessly to help higher education institutions tackle the difficulties of outdated network infrastructures, providing dependable and forward-thinking IT solutions that foster a vibrant and innovative academic environment.
“We have been pleased with Clear Winds at every turn. Because of the exceptional service provided in our latest data center and security upgrades, we have now switched to purchasing all Windows based computers across campus from Clear Winds. Responses to our request for quotes are almost instantaneous and delivery is always prompt and accurate.
The pricing and the quality of the laptops and desktops we now purchase has eliminated the competition for us. I am also pleased that there are no sales pitches. The Clear Winds team has never engaged us with sales tactics. They simply are there when we need them. I very much appreciate that type of relationship.”
-Joe Walsh
Chief Information Officer for the University of Montevallo
Looking for an Information Technology Services Provider for Your Educational Organization?
Clear Winds Technologies is an IT solutions group that provides 24/7/365 support for all things IT. Our expert team of technicians and engineers has over 20+ years of specialized experience in providing higher education organizations with reliable, affordable, and quality IT services and products.
Clear Winds can offer your college, university, or professional program with a large range of IT services in order to promote the connection, communication, learning, and long-term success of your students and staff. Don’t wait until IT issues slow your learning or operations to start your search for a higher education IT provider you can trust- visit our website or call us at 205-986-4490 to learn more about how Clear Winds can help your students succeed today!
