Overview

A small engineering firm in Hammond, Wisconsin, providing professional services to manufacturers, had reached a point where their outdated technology could no longer support the pace of their business. With around ten employees relying on slow internet and aging systems, productivity was suffering, and so was their ability to serve clients efficiently.

The Challenge

The company’s internet connection frequently caused communication delays with clients and vendors. Their on-premises server was underpowered for their expanding workload, and the lack of email filtering or backup systems left the business exposed to data loss and cybersecurity risks.
After years of working with a one-man IT provider, leadership realized they needed a partner who could help them scale technology with their business rather than constantly play catch-up.

The Aileron IT Solution

Aileron IT began with a holistic review of the company’s network and systems to understand current pain points and long-term goals. From there, we implemented a modern, scalable solution:

• Upgraded the company to fiber-based internet with over 25× the previous bandwidth, eliminating communication delays.
• Replaced their aging server and migrated six virtual machines with minimal business downtime.
• Introduced email filtering and hybrid onsite/cloud backups to protect against cyber threats and data loss.

Each step was planned and executed to minimize disruption and ensure every employee could stay focused on their work while the technology transformation took place in the background.

The Results

The improvements were immediate and noticeable:

• Communication with clients and vendors became significantly faster and more reliable.
• Employees reported smoother system performance and fewer technical frustrations.
• The team gained peace of mind knowing their data and email systems were secure and recoverable.
• Leadership now has confidence that their IT infrastructure aligns with current and future business goals.

Key Takeaway

This project illustrates how Aileron IT helps growing businesses modernize and secure their technology with minimal disruption, ensuring that their systems are as efficient and reliable as the services they provide.

If your engineering firm is ready for a full technology alignment to match your firm’s business needs, contact Aileron IT today.