Below is a list of case studies representing different solutions that SBIT Consultants has provided to its clientele.

Masten Wright - International Goods Exporter
Civic Mortgage - Mortgage Company
Hanson Curran, LLP - Law Firm
Community Action Agency Programs of Rhode Island - Non Profit Agency
V.H. Blackinton - National Badge Manufacturer
Howes Lubricator - Manufacturing and Distribution
D'Amico · Burchfield, LLP - Law Firm
Cruise Brothers - Travel Agent

Client:


Problem: Masten Wright wanted to reduce recurring costs as much as possible, upgrade and secure their network, and still allow for the utilization of a legacy Unix system that they use for order processing.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants designed, implemented, and now supports a client/server Windows 2000/2003™ network that communicates with the AT&T UNIX server that Masten Wright uses for a legacy order entry/accounting application.

In an effort to reduce recurring costs, we designed Masten Wright's solution to enable the company to host its own website and email via its existing full T1 based Internet connection.

SBIT Consultants also developed a custom Windows™ based and Office™ integrated document management application to keep track of a large amount of specific office application files that Masten Wright uses on a daily basis, reducing the time employees were spending finding common files on the company's server. Masten Wright also benefits from additional network services including shared faxing, centralized email filtering/management, and remote access to networked applications and data.

File Servers: 12 Workstations: 20

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Problem: Civic Mortgage was in need of technology implementation that would support the company's growth and make it more productive.

Solution:
With a small two computer peer-to-peer network already in place and more than two computers already on premises, Advantage Technologies saw fit to implement a full client/server Windows™ 2000 network. Remote access capabilities were setup which let loan officers securely access the network and process applications both in and out of the office, creating a mobile workforce anywhere in the world and making any available time productive time.

In addition, SBIT Consultants segmented the network into subnets, allowing for secure hosting of company email separate from the company's information server, creating an even more secure network than the pre-existing Civic Mortgage structure. This also enabled the company to save money on email hosting and allow for further expandability down the road.

File Servers: 1 Workstations: 15

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Problem: Hanson Curran needed technology that would increase the productivity level of the firm and make their network more secure.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants implemented a Windows 2000™ client/server network running Time Matters™ legal case management software, PC Law™ accounting, and Office XP™. This enabled the firm to save time by using applications that integrated with each other.

The network also facilitated the hosting of the firm's email and provided out of office contact attorneys access to firm data via a dedicated DSL Internet connection.

In an effort to further the productivity of Hanson Curran, SBIT Consultants implemented a high speed document scanner and shared faxing solutions to allow members of the firm to receive faxes directly into their email inboxes.

File Servers: 1 Workstations: 30

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Client:


Problem: This non-profit organization was composed of 5 distinct locations spanning two cities and wanted a way to more effectively communicate with one another and become more effective.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants implemented high speed connections into each of the five locations and linked all locations through the use of VPN (virtual private network) technologies. Amongst many benefits, this solution provided their health center access to patient information captured at other locations, reducing patient intake costs and data duplication.

SBIT Consultants also implemented network solutions enabling the hosting of the organization's website and email via wireless Internet connections at one of the Cranston locations. Remote Access and application sharing was also implemented via Microsoft Terminal Services™ enabling staff IT personnel to connect and trouble shoot problems remotely.

File Servers: 4 Workstations: 100+

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Client:


Problem: V.H. Blackinton requested consulting services to enable the company to host its own email and website.

Solution:
V.H. Blackinton is one of the largest manufacturers of police and fire badges with the United States. The company utilizes both Windows™ 2000/NT and UNIX operating systems within their network infrastructure composed over 60 workstations running a mixture of Windows™ 2000/XP/98 desktop operating systems. Blackinton also manages 6 servers dedicated to various tasks including faxing, electronic order reception, and document management.

SBIT Consultants assisted with the deployment of a full T1 Internet connection enabling the organization to securely host their own website and email and integrated the connection with each server enabling shared access.

File Servers: 1 Workstations: 80+

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Problem: As a manufacturer and distributor of specialty motor oils for commercial diesel engines, Howes Lubricator continually wants to stay in the forefront with their equipment and software needs.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants assisted the company in building a secure network enabling the hosting of their own e-mail. In addition, SBIT Consultants implemented a network infrastructure consisting of Windows XP ProfessionalT workstations and one Windows Small Business Server 2000T. Howes productivity applications consist of Microsoft OfficeT and Best Software's MAS 90 accounting system software. Howes has continued to utilize SBIT Consultants' services for their equipment and software upgrades to remain competitive.

File Servers: 1 Workstations: 13

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Problem:
D'Amico · Burchfield, a law firm specializing in personal injury services, wanted the latest technology and services available to increase efficiency in the office.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants implemented a network infrastructure composed of approximately 20 computers running the Windows 2000T Professional desktop operating system leveraging the power of Microsoft Small Business Server 2000T running core business applications such as Amicus AttorneyT, PC LawT, QuickBooksT, and Microsoft OfficeT.

In addition, Microsoft Terminal ServicesT enables the firm to have remote access and application sharing. The firm also benefits from shared faxing, unified messaging, as well as centralized scanning and document management.

File Servers: 1 Workstations: 20

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Client:


Problem:
Faced with a significant email issue that was preventing the web based organization from reaching customers and remote agents, the organization contracted SBIT Consultants to assess and resolve this critical concern.

Solution:
SBIT Consultants successfully resolved the email issue and also implemented a new
infrastructure composed of 2 servers and over 40 computers running Windows XPT, 2000 ProfessionalT and Windows 98T. Now many reseller agents distributed throughout the United States can connect remotely to the company's network.

File Servers: 2 Workstations: 40+

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