YOUR IT DEPARTMENT

Technology that works. People you can call.

The IT Department has been helping Nelson businesses get the most from their technology since 2006. We provide practical, enterprise-grade IT solutions — from cloud infrastructure to on-site support — with the kind of responsive, no-jargon service you'd expect from a local team that genuinely cares about getting it right.

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How we can help you succeed.

We design, implement and support tailored IT solutions for small and medium-sized businesses — delivering the same rigour and reliability you'd find in a large enterprise IT team, scaled to fit your organisation and your budget.

Microsoft 365

Migrate to and get the most from Microsoft 365 — Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. As a Microsoft Partner, we handle licensing, configuration, security policies, and ongoing administration so your team has reliable, well-governed tools without the management overhead.

Network & security

A well-designed network underpins everything else. We specify, install and manage commercial-grade infrastructure — security gateways, managed switches, enterprise wireless — and apply layered security controls to keep your business protected.

Managed Services

Let us proactively manage your PCs, organise patching and backups, resolve issues before they escalate, and provide helpdesk support when your team needs it. Less downtime, fewer surprises, and a team that knows your systems inside out.

Custom builds & hardware

Purpose-built workstations for architecture, design, engineering and specialist applications — specced for your workload, not off-the-shelf compromises. We also supply new and quality ex-lease business-class desktops, laptops, servers and tablets at competitive prices.

Automation & AI for everyday businesses.

Turn repetitive admin, reporting, and approval tasks into reliable digital workflows with MyBI. We help SMEs simplify how work gets done using Microsoft Power Platform and Copilot — from automated reminders and approvals to practical dashboards and helpful AI agents.

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Our Services

Microsoft 365

Migrate to and get the most from Microsoft 365 — Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. As a Microsoft Partner, we handle licensing, configuration, security policies, and ongoing administration so your team has reliable, well-governed tools without the management overhead.

Network & security

A well-designed network underpins everything else. We specify, install and manage commercial-grade infrastructure — security gateways, managed switches, enterprise wireless — and apply layered security controls to keep your business protected.

Managed Services

We will proactively manage your PCs, organise patching and backups, resolve issues before they escalate, and provide helpdesk support when your team needs it. Less downtime, fewer surprises, and a team that knows your systems inside out.

Custom builds & hardware

Purpose-built workstations for architecture, design, engineering and specialist applications — specced for your workload, not off-the-shelf compromises. We also supply new and quality ex-lease business-class desktops, laptops, servers and tablets at competitive prices.

THE SYSTEMS THAT DRIVE US

We partner with leading technology providers.

We work with leading technology vendors and global providers to bring the best solutions for our clients.

Supporting Nelson businesses for over 19 years.

Since 2006, ITD has worked alongside businesses of all shapes and sizes across the Nelson region — from winemakers and law firms to tradespeople, retailers, professional services, and growing local teams.

We understand how important reliable technology is to day-to-day business. When systems slow down, emails stop working, files go missing, or security issues appear, you need someone who will respond quickly, explain things clearly, and get the problem sorted without unnecessary complexity.

We’re proud to support Nelson businesses with dependable IT advice, responsive support, and long-term technology partnerships built on trust.

What our customers say about us.

"Sean has been looking after Appleby Farms’ IT requirements from the beginning. Nothing is too much trouble and his response times are phenomenonal. All our staff find it super-easy to deal with the IT Dept and get their needs sorted. Excellent and value-add service!"

– Mike Brown, Applyby Farms

"The IT Department is brilliant to work with at Neudorf. Everything runs smoother with The IT Department only a phone call away."

– Rosie Finn, Neudorf Vineyards

"The IT Department always provides us with sound and timely IT advice. They provide a personalized service, going out of their way to ensure our IT issues are resolved, and if it is an urgent issue it's resolved that same day."

- Janelle Priest, Creme Factory

"The IT Dept have managed our business IT for over 16 years. We have found them great to deal with, quick, efficient, and always happy to assist with a “quick answer” when possible".

- Juliet Robinson, Quinovic

What our customers say about us

“Sean has been looking after Appleby Farms’ IT requirements from the beginning. Nothing is too much trouble and his response times are phenomenonal. All our staff find it super-easy to deal with the IT Dept and get their needs sorted. Excellent and value-add service! “
- Mike Brown, Appleby Farms
“Sean is brilliant to work with at Neudorf. Everything runs smoother with The IT Department only a phone call away.”
– Rosie Finn, Neudorf Vineyards
“The IT Department always provides us with sound and timely IT advice. They provide a personalized service, going out of their way to ensure our IT issues are resolved, and if it is an urgent issue it's resolved that same day”.
- Janelle Priest, Creme Factory
“The IT Dept have managed our business IT for over 16 years. We have found them great to deal with, quick, efficient, and always happy to assist with a “quick answer” when possible”.
- Juliet Robinson, Quinovic