Architecture, engineering and design practices
IT support for architects and engineers
Design practices push their IT harder than most offices: huge models, demanding workstations, large-format printers and project files shared with consultants. We look after architects and engineers across London and understand how you work.
What gets in the way.
Huge files, slow networks
Revit and CAD models measured in gigabytes grind on an underpowered network or a cloud sync that was never designed for them. We design storage and networks around your project files so opening a model doesn't mean making a coffee.
Workstations that keep up
We specify, build and maintain CAD and visualisation workstations with the right professional graphics cards, keep drivers stable, and plan replacements before machines hold you back.
Sharing with consultants and site
We set up secure, permission-controlled file sharing with engineers, contractors and clients, and fast remote access for staff working from home or on site.
Project files you can't lose
Years of drawings and models are the practice's history and its liability record. We back them up off-site, test restores, and protect against ransomware.
How we help architects and engineers.
- CAD, BIM and visualisation workstation specification, builds and support
- File servers, NAS and fast networks sized for large project files
- Autodesk and other design software licence management and deployment
- Plotter and large-format printer setup and support
- Secure file sharing with consultants, contractors and clients
- Off-site, ransomware-resistant backups of project archives
- Cyber Essentials, often required on public sector and framework bids
The software you rely on.
We install, update and license your design software, keep the workstations it runs on healthy, and work with vendors when an application misbehaves.
Related work
See it in action.
How We Secured a Growing AEC Firm's Network Before Attackers Found the Gap
"These guys are fantastic! We have used IT service providers in the past but always been disappointed. We love that we get regular visit and remote support. IT MSP take a proactive approach doing sensible things to ensure the smooth running of our business."
Frequently asked questions.
Can you help speed up opening and saving large models?
Usually, yes. Slow model performance is most often down to storage, network or sync setup rather than the workstation. We measure where the delay is and fix that first.
Do you supply CAD workstations?
Yes. We specify machines to match the software you actually use, source them, set them up with your applications and licences, and support them for their working life.
Can you manage our Autodesk licences?
Yes. We assign and recover named-user licences as people join and leave, and make sure you are only paying for the seats you use.
How much does IT support for an architecture practice cost?
Pay-as-you-go support is £65 per hour + VAT with no contract. For ongoing managed IT we quote a fixed monthly price per user after a free 15-minute IT health check.
Other industries we support
Not sure where to start?
Book a free 15-minute IT health check and we'll tell you, in plain English, what we'd fix first.