London boasts more IT support providers than anywhere else in the country – in fact, it must come close to being a world leader. That means that the best IT support available is going to be right on the doorstep of London-based businesses, but it also means that you’ll need to work to separate the wheat from the chaff. One of the best ways of doing so is to check if the provider in question happens to run their own events – here are just four reasons why that’s a very good sign.
- Shows a Proactive Mindset
The world of IT moves incredibly fast, and those support providers that get used to standing still will generally end up getting left behind. You want to look for a proactive provider that is always working to improve their knowledge, stay abreast of the current news, and constantly reach out to educate others. If a provider runs their own events, they’re probably proactive.
- Demonstrates Credibility
One reason it can be hard to find IT support is that you probably don’t know much about IT – that’s why you’re seeking help in the first place, right? It can be hard to establish credibility on your own; to the relatively uninitiated, an up-to-date provider might sound just like one that’s behind the times. Running events perfectly demonstrates credibility since it shows that a wide network of people obviously put stock in this provider’s advice.
- Allows You to Meet Others
Some of the events IT providers put on aren’t going to be aimed at your business, but it’s likely that a few of them will be. Attending can put you in contact with other professionals within your field, and you might even make connections that bring in new business in the future. It’s always nice to seek out the services of an IT support provider able to open up a new set of networks to you, especially in the fast-paced and popular world of London start-ups.
- Perfect for Testing the Waters
Finally, keep in mind that you can gauge just how well an IT support provider would fit with your business by attending one of their events. If you’re still unsure about how well you’d work together, just go to one of their events to test the waters.
