Cloud and Office Solutions for Northern Ireland Businesses

Move your business to the cloud with confidence. Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, email migration, team training—explained in plain English.

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IT consultant Ballymena

What Are Cloud and Office Solutions?

Cloud and office solutions mean your emails, documents, and files live online (in "the cloud") instead of on individual computers. This gives you flexibility, security, and the ability to work from anywhere.

Instead of buying expensive software and servers, you pay a small monthly fee per person and access everything through your web browser.

Why Ballymena Businesses Choose Cloud Solutions

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Lower IT Costs

No servers to buy or maintain. Just a predictable monthly cost per user that includes everything.

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Work Anywhere

Access your emails, files, and apps from any device—office computer, laptop, tablet, or phone.

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Better Collaboration

Multiple people can work on the same document simultaneously. Share files easily.

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Automatic Backups

Your data is automatically backed up and protected. If your computer breaks, nothing is lost.

Always Up-to-Date

Software updates happen automatically. You always have the latest features and security.

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Professional Security

Enterprise-grade security, spam filtering, virus protection, and encryption included.

What I Can Help With

From initial setup to ongoing support

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Google Workspace Setup

Complete setup of Gmail for business, Google Drive, Calendar, Meet, and Docs. Custom email addresses, team training included.

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Microsoft 365 Migration

Migrate from old email systems to Microsoft 365. Setup Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint.

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Email Migration

Move your existing emails, contacts, and calendars to your new cloud platform. No data lost.

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Team Training

One-on-one or group training sessions to get your team confident using cloud tools.

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Document Organization

Help setting up shared folders, permission structures, and file organization systems.

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Security & Backup

Configure two-factor authentication, backup policies, spam filtering, and security settings.

Google Workspace vs Microsoft 365

Both are excellent choices. Here's how they compare:

Feature Google Workspace Microsoft 365
Best For Collaboration, simplicity Traditional office work
Email Gmail (simple) Outlook (familiar)
Documents Google Docs Word/Excel
Price From £4.60/user/month From £4.70/user/month
Learning Curve Easier for new users Easier if you know Office

Not sure which is right? I'll discuss your needs and recommend the best fit.

How I Work

1

Free Consultation

Discuss what you're currently using and what you need.

2

Recommendation & Quote

I'll recommend the best platform and provide a clear quote.

3

Setup & Migration

Configure everything, migrate data, test thoroughly.

4

Training & Support

Hands-on training plus ongoing support.

Transparent Pricing

Consultancy & Training

£75/hour

Includes consultation, planning, training, and support. Most small business setups take 8-12 hours total.

Typical Project Costs

Small Business Setup (1-5 users)

Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 setup, email migration, basic training

£600-900 (8-12 hours)

Medium Business Migration (6-15 users)

Complex email migration, team training, custom configurations

£1,200-1,800 (16-24 hours)

Note: Platform costs (Google/Microsoft subscriptions) are separate, typically £4-6 per user per month.

Common Questions

Will I lose my emails during migration?

No. I migrate everything carefully and test it before switching over. Your old email stays accessible until we've confirmed everything transferred successfully.

What if my team isn't tech-savvy?

That's exactly why I provide training. I teach at university level, so I'm practiced at explaining things clearly.

Can I keep my existing email address?

Yes. Your existing email addresses will work exactly the same—they'll just be powered by Google or Microsoft in the background.

How long does setup take?

For a typical small business (1-5 people), setup and migration usually takes 1-2 weeks from start to finish.

Ready to Move to the Cloud?

Let's discuss your current setup and what cloud solutions could do for your business. Free consultation, no obligation.

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