BT offers to manage IT for small firms

BT Business IT Manager allows SMEs to pick and mix from a range of services and equipment

BT claims to have the answer for small businesses that cannot afford their own in-house IT manager.

BT Business IT Manager allows SMEs to pick and mix from a range of services and equipment, from phone support and remote software applications to installing PCs or networks. 

A complete BT Business IT Manager package of PCs, a server and other hardware, including installation and IT support, will cost from £37 per user per month.

Packages can include hardware and software from the likes of Dell, HP and Microsoft.

Bill Murphy, managing director of BT Business, claimed that a large team of UK engineers had been put in place following the success of pilot projects in 13 regions.

"It is critical for SMEs to invest in the right technology for their business, but many have their time stolen as they get drawn into IT management and maintenance," he said.

"Now they can concentrate on managing their business while we manage the IT. "

BT is making the new service available through its national network of 75 local businesses.