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WingSwept Keeps Growing!

Jul 14

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WingSwept, the continually growing Garner-based IT firm, has seen an increased demand in their Network Support division thanks to enthusiastic support from their clients. As part of their effort to provide the best possible customer service, WingSwept has brought two new members to the Network Support division as Systems Analysts: JC Cranford and Michael Johnson.

As professional Systems Analysts at WingSwept, Cranford and Johnson will assist in handling the large volume of maintenance and technical jobs performed by the Network Support division, assisting clients remotely and on-site. Both new members bring extensive talent in the field of information technology to WingSwept.

“Cranford and Johnson will be vital to the Network Support division’s ongoing scalability and efficiency as WingSwept continues to grow,” said CEO Jay Strickland. “They’ve proven to be a great fit and we’re looking forward to providing better service than ever before.”

Cranford comes to WingSwept with a breadth of IT training and knowledge, Johnson as an NC State University alum with Information Systems as a major field of study. “My colleagues at WingSwept have been very welcoming and it’s been a pleasure to walk in every morning,” said Johnson. “WingSwept swept me off my feet.”

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Garner IT Company Named #6 Small Business in the Triangle, #57 in the South

Jul 7

Posted by molly.moore@wingswept.com in Industry News, Local News, Press Releases | Comments off

WingSwept recently secured a top spot in the Business Leader Magazine list for the Top 300 Small Businesses in the South for 2011.  The IT company in Garner, NC came in at #57 overall and #6 out of 60 winners from the Triangle area.

Business Leader honors companies based on a variety of factors, including percentage of sales generated in their local market, revenue growth, businesses achievements and civic contributions.  With hundreds of applicants from Raleigh, Atlanta, Miami and other economic capitals of the South, WingSwept is honored by the impressive ranking of #57 amongst the other honorees. 

The IT staff members help companies leverages technology to achieve better results within their organizations.  WingSwept delivers the highest quality services while remaining dedicated to their community.  WingSwept has a positive impact in Garner and surrounding areas through chamber memberships, community event sponsorships, local charity support, and its very own annual community service event.  WingSwept has been recognized for its contributions in the community and IT industry, and they remain grateful for every honor.

“We’re very proud to be recognized for our efforts and it’s an honor to earn such a high ranking,” says President Jay Strickland.  “Congratulations to our staff at WingSwept and thanks to our customers for enabling us to grow like we have.”

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Cutting Costs with Advanced Support

Oct 7

Posted by molly.moore@wingswept.com in Managed Services, Press Releases | Comments off

WingSwept has been encouraging customers for the past year to consider a more economically-sound IT support plan.  Managed Services is the proactive alternative to the reactive support that many business owners have invested in. 

Proactive IT support saves businesses unpredictable costs in both downtime and equipment, which is why WingSwept has kept every key customer on a Managed Services plan since they began pushing it last year.
Through Managed Services, WingSwept’s team keeps customers’ operating systems healthy by constantly monitoring their machines and keeping them current with important updates and patches.  If a hard drive is on the brink of failure, WingSwept steps in before data is lost and time is wasted.

If you are interested in keeping your network performance up and downtime down, consider Managed Services as your advanced IT alternative.   Allowing WingSwept to proactively monitor your business’s technology can benefit your bottom line.

Jay Strickland of WingSwept says that, “Business owners really enjoy the peace of mind of predictable technology, as well as saving money in the long run.  We hope to gain even more Managed Services customers as businesses are looking towards smart ways to save money and business.”

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The Garner Citizen and Community Recognize WingSwept CEO

Feb 17

Posted by molly.moore@wingswept.com in Industry News, Press Releases | 1 Comment

The Garner Citizen recognized Jay Strickland, WingSwept CEO, with a Citizen Choice award.  The article speaks highly of his service and dedication to the community.  When asked how he manages to find any spare time, he gives full credit to the WingSwept staff.

“I believe in the abilities of our staff,” Strickland said. “They are experts in their field and highly trained to do their jobs well. We have open communication in the office and work together to accomplish tasks.”

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“The WingSwept staff is made up of reliable and hardworking people that are well-equipped to keep WingSwept functioning,” he said. “I have found that everything I do myself denies someone else the opportunity to learn, so I spend a lot of time making sure that our folks have the resources to be successful. I am confident in their abilities to take care of our customers without me being directly involved in every project or task, which allows me more time for my family and community involvement.”

Read the article in its entirety: http://www.garnercitizen.com/2010/02/citizen-choice-awards-jay-strickland/

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