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Frequently Asked Questions

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About IT Partners

What does IT Partners do?

IT Partners is a managed IT services provider headquartered in Hamilton, New Zealand. We help medium and large Waikato businesses with IT Strategy, Day to Day Support, Cyber Security, Cloud and Infrastructure Support, Modern Work using Microsoft 365 and AI, Connectivity, Data Insights and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery. We've been supporting local clients for over 25 years.

Which areas does IT Partners service?

IT Partners services businesses across the Waikato, Pukekohe, Counties Manukau, Tauranga, Rotorua and Taupo. Our Cyber Security practice operates nationwide.

What size of business does IT Partners work with?

IT Partners works primarily with medium and large, growth-focused businesses, typically 20 or more staff with dedicated infrastructure and cloud needs. We also work with smaller, high-growth businesses that need IT to keep pace as they scale. We're not the right fit for sole traders or businesses wanting ad hoc, break-fix support.

Which industries does IT Partners support?

IT Partners has extensive experience supporting organisations across professional services, accounting, manufacturing, construction and logistics, and health and veterinary sectors. Our team holds a deep understanding of our clients' industries, the compliance pressures, uptime requirements and the way work flows day to day.

How long has IT Partners been in business?

IT Partners has been supporting local Waikato businesses for over 25 years.

Services and support

What managed IT services does IT Partners offer?

IT Partners' services include IT Strategy, Consulting, Modern Work using Microsoft 365, AI, Fabric, Power Automate, Power BI, and other productivity tooling, Cloud and Infrastructure Support, Day to Day Support, Cyber Security, Data Insights, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, and Connectivity. We also offer a Beyond Break Fix programme for businesses ready to move past reactive IT support.

What is the Beyond Break Fix programme?

Beyond Break Fix is IT Partners' approach for businesses that want more than reactive IT support. Rather than waiting for things to go wrong, we work proactively on IT strategy, system health and continuous improvement aligned to your business goals. It's designed for organisations that see technology as a competitive advantage.

How do I get support from IT Partners, and how fast will you respond?

IT Partners' clients can reach our support team on 07 957 2657 or [email protected], or log a request through the client portal at any time. We target a 1-hour response time for critical issues, with priority-based targets for other requests. Our support team is available 6:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with 24/7 escalation available for urgent and critical issues outside normal business hours. Our team completes more than 50,000 support tickets a year.

Choosing and switching

How much does managed IT support cost in New Zealand?

Managed IT support in New Zealand is typically priced across a combination of units, including per user, per device, per tenancy and per organisation, with cost depending on business size, environment complexity, and the level of security and support included. IT Partners prices the same way, scoped to your environment, so a business with 30 staff on a straightforward cloud setup pays considerably less than one with multiple sites and on-premise infrastructure. Contact us on 07 957 2650 for a ballpark estimate.

How do I choose a managed IT provider in the Waikato?

When choosing a managed IT provider in the Waikato, look for a local team you can meet in person, proven experience with businesses your size, proactive security monitoring, clear response-time commitments, and references from comparable local organisations. Just as important is what a provider offers beyond standard managed IT support. We've supported Waikato businesses for over 25 years and publish case studies from local clients you can review.

What happens when we switch to IT Partners from another provider?

IT Partners manages the transition from your existing IT provider through a structured onboarding process, including a dedicated onboarding specialist, documentation handover, a systems audit and a security review. A typical onboarding timeframe is 2-4 weeks, but strongly depends on the size and complexity of your environment. Every onboarding is carefully planned to minimise disruption to your team. We also handle communication with your outgoing provider so the change is straightforward for your business.

Can IT Partners work alongside our internal IT team?

Yes. IT Partners offers co-managed IT arrangements where our team works alongside your internal IT staff. This can include specialist Cyber Security expertise, cloud and Microsoft 365 administration, escalation support, strategic guidance, and security monitoring. We work collaboratively with your internal team to add capability, resilience and depth while allowing you to retain internal ownership and knowledge.

How is IT Partners different from other IT providers?

IT Partners is a Waikato-based specialist focused on medium and large businesses, not a generalist provider trying to serve every business size and location. Clients work with a named, local team based in Hamilton rather than a rotating helpdesk. We combine managed IT services, Modern Work and Cyber Security into a single strategic partnership, helping businesses improve productivity, reduce risk and get more value from their technology investment.

About IT Partners

What does IT Partners do?

IT Partners is a managed IT services provider based in Hamilton, New Zealand. It helps medium and large Waikato businesses with IT strategy, day-to-day support, cyber security, cloud infrastructure, Modern Work (Microsoft 365), connectivity, data insights and business continuity planning. IT Partners has been supporting local clients for over 20 years.

Which areas does IT Partners service?

IT Partners is headquartered in Hamilton, New Zealand, at Panama East, 2/469 Grey Street. Its clients are primarily medium and large businesses headquartered in or around the Waikato region. Contact IT Partners on 07 857 2650 to discuss whether we can support your location.

What size of business does IT Partners work with?

As of July 2026, IT Partners supports over 6,000 users across its client base. IT Partners is not focused on micro or sole-trader businesses; its model is built around organisations that see technology as a driver of growth.

Which industries does IT Partners support?

IT Partners has dedicated expertise across professional services, manufacturing, construction and logistics, and health and veterinary businesses. The team understands the specific compliance, uptime and workflow requirements of these industries.

How long has IT Partners been in business?

IT Partners has been supporting local Waikato businesses for over 20 years. In the 12 months to July 2026, the team responded to more than 56,000 support tickets, reflecting the scale and consistency of its service delivery.

Services & security

What managed IT services does IT Partners offer?

IT Partners' services include IT strategy, Modern Work (Microsoft 365 and productivity tooling), cloud and infrastructure support, day-to-day helpdesk and technical support, cyber security, data insights, business continuity and disaster recovery, and connectivity. IT Partners also offers a Beyond Break-Fix programme for businesses ready to move past reactive IT support.

How does IT Partners approach cyber security?

IT Partners provides proactive cyber security services using tools from vendors including CrowdStrike and Sophos. IT Partners monitors for threats, communicates active vulnerabilities and outages to clients, and helps businesses build resilience through policies, training and layered defence. The goal is to manage business risk, not just respond to incidents.

What is the Beyond Break-Fix programme?

Beyond Break-Fix is IT Partners' approach for businesses that want more than reactive IT support. Rather than waiting for things to go wrong, IT Partners works proactively on IT strategy, system health and continuous improvement aligned to your business goals.

What technology vendors and platforms does IT Partners work with?

IT Partners works with a curated ecosystem of leading vendors including Microsoft, Dell, HP, CrowdStrike, Sophos, Datto, VMware and Ubiquiti. This allows IT Partners to recommend solutions that are well-supported and fit for the New Zealand mid-market, rather than a one-size-fits-all stack.

Getting support

How do I get technical support from IT Partners?

Existing clients can reach IT Partners' support team by calling 07 857 2657 or emailing [email protected]. For general enquiries, call 07 857 2650 or email [email protected].

Pricing & switching

How do I choose a managed IT provider in the Waikato?

When choosing a managed IT provider in the Waikato, look for a local team you can meet in person, proven experience with businesses your size, proactive security monitoring, clear response-time commitments, and references from comparable local organisations. IT Partners has supported Waikato businesses for over 20 years and publishes case studies from local clients.

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