diff --git a/Services/blueBox.md b/Services/blueBox.md index f909b57..ab3cc71 100644 --- a/Services/blueBox.md +++ b/Services/blueBox.md @@ -1,38 +1,38 @@ --- title: blueBox -description: Your complete IT stack - server, website, business software, and managed services - in one package from one provider. +description: Your server, website, business software, and IT support - one provider, one bill. category: services tags: [bluebox, mits, server, website, software, managed-services] permalink: go.dbits.ca/dd/bluebox --- -# blueBox - Your Complete IT Stack +# blueBox -**One package. One provider. One monthly price.** +**Your server. Your website. Your software. Your IT support. One bill.** --- ## What is blueBox? -blueBox is digiBandit's all-in-one IT solution for small and mid-sized businesses. Instead of juggling multiple vendors for your server, website, business software, and IT support, blueBox bundles everything into a single managed package. +It's everything your business needs to run, from one provider. Instead of paying four different companies and hoping they talk to each other, you pay us once and we handle the server, the website, the business tools, and the ongoing support. -We build it. We host it. We manage it. You focus on running your business. +We build it. We run it. We fix it when it breaks. You run your business. --- ## The Four Components -### blueBox Ultra - Server Infrastructure -Your own on-site server running enterprise-grade virtualization. Includes Windows Server, Active Directory, file sharing, automated backups, and a secure VPN tunnel for remote access and monitoring. +### blueBox Ultra - Server +Your own on-site server. File sharing, user accounts, automated backups with encrypted off-site copies, and secure remote access. A real server in your office that you own - not a cloud VM you share with strangers. -### blueBox Web - Custom Website -A modern, mobile-first website built for your business. Includes custom design, domain management, SSL security, email delivery, analytics, and SEO optimization. No templates from page builders - a real website built for performance. +### blueBox Web - Website +A real website built for your business. Custom design that works on every screen, contact forms that actually deliver, search engine optimization, and analytics. Not a drag-and-drop page builder. -### blueBox BOOM - Business Operations Software -Business Operations Optimization Management. Your own invoicing, quoting, ticketing, client management, scheduling, and reporting tools - customized for how your business actually works. No per-seat SaaS fees. +### blueBox BOOM - Business Tools +Invoicing, quoting, client management, scheduling, time tracking, asset inventory, and reporting - built around how your business actually runs. Your own system, your own branding, no monthly software fees. -### blueBox Managed - Full IT Support -Unlimited help desk support, 24/7 monitoring, automated patching, security threat detection, backup management, and quarterly business reviews. Everything you need to keep your technology running smoothly. +### blueBox Managed - IT Support +We watch your systems, keep them updated, and fix things before they become your problem. When something does come up, you call us and we handle it. Unlimited support included. --- @@ -40,16 +40,16 @@ Unlimited help desk support, 24/7 monitoring, automated patching, security threa Every blueBox Managed subscription includes: -- **Unlimited remote support** - Tickets, phone, email -- **24/7 monitoring and alerting** - We know about issues before you do -- **Automated patching** - Windows and third-party updates managed for you -- **Endpoint security** - Threat detection, response, and remediation -- **Backup management** - Daily snapshots with off-site copies -- **Network management** - Firewall, switches, VPN, DNS security -- **User management** - Onboarding, offboarding, password resets +- **Unlimited support** - Call, email, or submit a ticket +- **24/7 monitoring** - We catch problems before you notice them +- **Security** - Real humans reviewing threats on your devices +- **Updates and patching** - Handled automatically +- **Backups** - Checked and tested regularly +- **Network management** - Firewall, VPN, DNS +- **User management** - New hires set up, departures cleaned out - **Asset tracking** - Full inventory of your hardware and software -- **Documentation** - Network diagrams, credentials, configs in your portal -- **Quarterly business reviews** - Strategic IT planning meetings +- **Documentation** - Network diagrams, passwords, configs in your portal +- **Quarterly check-ins** - We sit down and make sure things are on track --- @@ -59,74 +59,70 @@ Every blueBox Managed subscription includes: | | Per User | |---|---------| -| blueBox Managed (all-inclusive) | $170/month | +| blueBox Managed | $170/month | -*Includes all monitoring, security, backup, support, and management. No hidden fees.* +*Everything included. No per-call charges. No surprise invoices.* ### One-Time Setup | Component | Typical Range | |-----------|--------------| -| blueBox Ultra (server hardware + deployment) | $3,000 - $15,000 | -| blueBox Web (custom website) | $1,500 - $4,000 | -| blueBox BOOM (business software setup) | $500 - $5,000 | +| blueBox Ultra (server + deployment) | $3,000 - $15,000 | +| blueBox Web (website) | $1,500 - $4,000 | +| blueBox BOOM (business tools) | $500 - $5,000 | -*One-time costs depend on business size and requirements. Detailed quote provided after free consultation.* +*Depends on your size and what you need. We quote after a free consultation.* -### Example: 10-User Business +### Example: 10 Users -- **Monthly:** $1,700/month (all IT managed) -- **One-time:** ~$13,500 (server + website + software) +- **Monthly:** $1,700/month +- **One-time:** ~$13,500 (server + website + tools) - **Year 1 total:** ~$33,900 -Compare that to traditional IT vendors who charge $3,500-$4,500/month plus $60,000-$100,000 in setup costs for the same scope. - --- ## How It Works -1. **Discover** - Free consultation to understand your business, current technology, and goals -2. **Design** - We build a custom blueBox package tailored to your needs and budget -3. **Deploy** - 4-6 week deployment of your complete IT stack -4. **Operate** - Ongoing management, support, and optimization +1. **Discover** - We look at what you've got, figure out what's working and what isn't +2. **Quote** - Clear breakdown of what you're getting and what it costs +3. **Deploy** - 4-6 weeks to set everything up while you keep working +4. **Manage** - We handle the tech from here. You call us when something comes up --- ## Why digiBandit? -- **Self-hosted** - Your data stays on your server, in your office, under Canadian jurisdiction -- **Local** - Based in Moncton, NB with on-site support available -- **One provider** - No finger-pointing between vendors. We own the entire stack -- **No per-seat software fees** - Enterprise tools we host ourselves, not expensive SaaS subscriptions -- **Proven** - Active deployments across transportation, construction, electrical, and professional services +- **We run our own tools** - Not reselling someone else's product with a markup +- **Your data stays here** - Server in your office, backups in Canada +- **Moncton, since 2016** - Not a franchise, not a call centre. We're down the road +- **One number to call** - Server, website, software, support. All us +- **Owner-operated** - The person who built this manages your account --- -## Frequently Asked Questions +## Common Questions -**What size business is blueBox for?** -Businesses with 5-50 employees across most industries outside of heavily regulated sectors. +**What size business is this for?** +5 to 50 employees. Works for most industries - transportation, construction, trades, professional services, retail. We don't do healthcare or legal where there's heavy compliance requirements. -**Do I need to buy new computers?** -Not necessarily. We assess your existing hardware and only recommend replacements where needed. +**Do I need new computers?** +Probably not. We look at what you have and only suggest replacing machines that genuinely can't keep up. -**What about my existing software (QuickBooks, Office, etc.)?** -blueBox integrates with your existing tools. We don't replace what's working - we fill the gaps and add what's missing. +**What about QuickBooks / Office 365 / etc?** +We don't rip out what's working. Your existing software stays. We fill in the gaps around it. -**Can I start with just one component?** -Yes. While the full stack delivers the most value, you can start with any individual component and add more later. +**Do I need all four pieces?** +No. Start with what you need most and add the rest later. -**What happens if I need on-site help?** -On-site visits are available at $125/hour. Most issues are resolved remotely, but we're local and available. +**On-site visits?** +$90 per visit plus mileage over 50km. Most stuff gets handled remotely. -**Is there a contract?** -We recommend a 12-month commitment for full deployment and optimization, but we don't lock you in with punitive terms. +**Contract?** +12-month term, billed monthly, price locked. 90 days notice to cancel, no penalties. --- -## Get Started - -Ready to simplify your IT? Contact us for a free consultation. +## Get In Touch **Phone:** 506-988-9243 (call) | 506-404-0055 (text) @@ -138,4 +134,4 @@ Ready to simplify your IT? Contact us for a free consultation. --- -*digiBandit IT Services - Moncton, NB - Since 2016* +*digiBandit IT Services - Moncton, NB*