IT Support for Architects

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It Support For Architects

The IT Challenges of Architecture Firms

Architecture firms work in a tech-heavy world where creative work needs high-power computers and easy teamwork. Our managed IT services remove tech problems that slow down projects. This lets your team focus on great designs while we handle the tech stuff.

Modern architecture work needs strong tech systems. From CAD computers to cloud project tools, your IT setup must support both creative work and business tasks. Bad technology hurts project deadlines, client happiness, and firm profits.

  • High-Power Computers: CAD and BIM software need special hardware setups and regular tune-ups.
  • Big File Management: Design files are often huge and need strong storage and transfer systems.
  • Team Collaboration: Teams need safe access to project files from many places and devices.

Our Technology Solutions for Great Design Work

Architecture firms cannot afford tech downtime during key project times. Our cybersecurity services protect your creative work, while our cloud solutions help teams work together easily. Solution Builders knows the special tech needs of architecture practices. We deliver solutions that help rather than hurt creative workflows.

Since 1995, we have helped professional services firms with technology that grows from small studios to large multi-office practices. Our SB360 process matches tech investments with project delivery needs. Our ThnAir™ platform gives modern architecture firms the cloud setup they need.

  • CAD-Ready Infrastructure: Computers and networks set up just for AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software.
  • Project-Based File Systems: Organized storage that works with project lifecycles and client deliverables.
  • Safe Client Collaboration: Protected portals for sharing sensitive design documents and project updates.
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Benefits of Solution Builders’ IT Services

Architecture firms need technology partners who understand the creative process and project-based workflows. Our IT services remove technology frustrations while providing the performance and reliability that design work demands. With Solution Builders, your team stays focused on creating great designs while we ensure technology helps rather than limits your abilities.

Optimized Design Performance

CAD workstations set up for maximum performance with special graphics and processing power.

Safe File Collaboration

Protected sharing platforms that keep designs private while enabling team collaboration.

Project Continuity

Multiple backup systems ensure project files stay accessible during any technology problem.

Scalable Solutions

Technology that grows from individual practitioners to multi-office architecture firms.

Industry Compliance

Security measures that meet client requirements for sensitive building and infrastructure projects.

IT Services Features

Our complete IT services cover every aspect of architecture firm technology needs. Through the ThnAir™ platform, we deliver cloud solutions, security services, and infrastructure management set up just for design workflows. Our 24/7/365 help desk includes CAD-trained technicians who understand design software requirements and common performance issues.

Every service includes proactive workstation monitoring, software optimization, and strategic technology planning. We maintain current certifications across major architecture software platforms, including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and cloud-based collaboration tools. For firms handling government or commercial projects, we provide special security measures that meet project privacy requirements.

FAQs

Architecture Firm IT Services FAQs

Technology and Software Questions

How do you optimize workstations for CAD and BIM software?
We set up workstations with high-performance graphics cards, fast processors, and enough RAM for demanding design software. Our optimization includes graphics driver management, software licensing coordination, and performance monitoring to ensure consistent operation during complex rendering and modeling tasks.
Can you support cloud-based design collaboration?
Yes, we implement safe cloud solutions that enable real-time collaboration on design projects. Our services include file synchronization, version control, and safe client access portals. We ensure design teams can collaborate well while maintaining intellectual property protection.
What backup solutions work best for large design files?
We provide multiple backup tiers, including local snapshots for quick recovery, cloud storage for geographic protection, and archived backups for long-term project retention. Our backup systems handle large file sizes well and provide rapid recovery options during project deadlines.

Business and Support Questions

What sizes of architecture firms do you work with?
We service small to mid-size architecture firms with 10 – 200 employees.
What if my architecture firm is located outside the Twin Cities, St. Cloud, Mankato, or Rochester markets?
No problem! We can provide IT services to anywhere in the United States.
How do you help with technology budgeting and planning?
Our SB360 process includes technology budgeting and strategic planning just for architecture firms. We help plan workstation refresh cycles, software license management, and infrastructure upgrades that align with business growth and project requirements.

Security and Compliance Questions

How do you protect sensitive building plans and designs?
Our cybersecurity services include endpoint protection, email security, and network monitoring set up just for architecture firms. We implement access controls that protect sensitive designs while enabling necessary collaboration. Our solutions include dark web monitoring to detect if private information appears in unauthorized locations.
Do architecture firms need special compliance measures?
Many architecture projects require enhanced security measures, especially government contracts or sensitive commercial developments. We provide compliance support for various security frameworks and can implement project-specific security protocols when required by clients or contracts.
How do you handle intellectual property protection?
We implement complete data protection, including encrypted storage, safe file sharing, watermarking capabilities, and access logging. Our solutions track who accesses design files and when, providing audit trails for intellectual property protection.

Let’s work together and eliminate your IT Headaches

“My computer is painfully slow today”

“VPN won’t connect from my house”

“Printer is broke and I have a meeting in 1 hour”

“Teams keeps freezing during our meetings”

“I am logged out and can’t find my password”

“I just clicked a Phishing email, what should I do?”

“Our IT guy is on vacation and I need help”

“Teams keeps freezing during our meetings”

Let’s work together and eliminate your IT Headaches

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