I am new to the site and was wondering if anyone has started their own IT networking business? I am looking to target small to medium size businesses. I am going to offer services in network design, computer repair, software and hardware configuration, Server maintenance and implementation and data back up. I would like to get my business plan going and I am going to target it toward angel investors and private party investors. In the city I live there is only one other company going to offer all the service I am looking to offer and one company who tries to sell and consult but contract out the work to private party contractors. I am hoping in this small city and poor economy I have a chance. If anyone can offer advice or lead me in the right direction I would appreciate the assistance.

Eager to get my business concept up and running.
Robert

A friend of mine started a similar business about 5 years ago and built his business by cold-calling businesses and talking computers/networking with them.

Think strategically when considering starting your own IT networking business. You seem to know who your competition is and what their strengths and weaknesses are. Figure out what it is these companies lack with regards to services and focus on filling these areas first. Once you develop a name and reputation, you can start picking away at your competitor's services.

Can you partner up with companies that offer web design services, but don't do any maintenance work? How about network wiring companies? These seem like good places to look for referrals. Computer repair on a business level is an "emergency" type of service. Are you willing to offer a 24-hour service to get businesses back up and running?

There will always be price pressure, don't discount your service to "get in the door". Companies will pay a fair price if they find value to your service. Keep the technical jargon down to a minimum and sell yourself and your knowledge. As far as investors are concerned, it might be difficult to get funding. You are talking about a service business without a lot of overhead.

Good luck with your endeavors,

Ehren Koelsch
Mira, Inc.
www.miraretail.com
303-242-8930

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