Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted IT Partner in Beachwood, OH
Founded in 1994, Ashton Solutions has evolved from a one-person consultancy into a team of 28 dedicated IT professionals serving businesses across the Greater Cleveland area, the Midwest, and 27 states nationwide. Our mission remains rooted in providing vigilant dedication, transparency, and responsive IT support tailored to each client's unique needs. With expertise in network security, cloud migration, compliance, and strategic IT consulting, we act as an extension of your team or a full-service IT department, delivering enterprise-level solutions at a fraction of the cost. Our 30 years of experience, combined with a single point of accountability, ensure that clients receive personalized service aligned with evolving technological demands.We prioritize simplifying complex systems, optimizing reliability, and fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and measurable ROI. Our team's collaborative approach, including a market-leading SLA with support resolution within eight hours, underscores our commitment to excellence. As a locally rooted yet globally connected partner, we combine deep technical expertise with business acumen to help organizations unlock growth through secure, scalable IT infrastructure.
Services
Managed IT Services
Network Security
Cloud Migration
Data Backup
Compliance Audits
IT Project Management
Ransomware Response
Wireless Networks
Microsoft 365 Migration
Technology Due Diligence
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of experience in customized IT strategy and security solutions.
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized support with an 8-hour resolution SLA.
- We deliver enterprise-level virtual CTO expertise at a flat monthly rate.
- Our compliance and data protection services meet evolving regulatory requirements.
- We operate a redundant, encrypted data center for disaster recovery.
Services
Managed IT Services
Our managed IT services provide continuous monitoring, maintenance, and support for your technology infrastructure. We handle network security, software updates, and system performance to ensure reliability. Businesses benefit from predictable costs, reduced downtime, and access to expert technicians available 24/7.
Network Security
We deploy advanced network security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection, and ransomware protection. Our team proactively monitors threats and implements best practices to safeguard sensitive data. Clients receive regular security audits and customized defense strategies aligned with industry standards.
Cloud Migration
Our cloud migration services help businesses transition data, applications, and workloads to secure cloud environments. We ensure seamless integration, minimal disruption, and optimized performance. Clients gain scalability, cost savings, and enhanced collaboration tools through tailored cloud solutions.
Data Backup
We offer automated, encrypted data backup solutions with rapid recovery capabilities. Our redundant data center ensures business continuity during outages or disasters. Clients benefit from customizable backup schedules, compliance-ready storage, and guaranteed data integrity.
Compliance Audits
Our compliance audits assess IT systems against industry regulations like HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI-DSS. We identify gaps, implement corrective measures, and document processes for audits. Businesses achieve legal compliance, avoid penalties, and strengthen data governance practices.
People
Jim Millican
President
Jim founded Ashton Solutions in 1994 after graduating from The College of Wooster. He transitioned from sales to IT consulting, focusing on strategic solutions that align technology with business goals.
Travis Grundke
Executive Vice President
Travis leads strategic initiatives at Ashton, leveraging his background in international relations and economics. He returned from Spain to focus on team leadership and problem-solving for client operations.
Jim Abbott
Vice President, Client Solutions
Jim Abbott, known as Abbey, manages sales and marketing at Ashton. A Cleveland native, he combines client relations with outdoor activities and community engagement.
Laura Fisher
Vice President, Client Services
Laura oversees client services at Ashton, emphasizing customer satisfaction and team development. A former collegiate athlete, she brings a positive, service-oriented approach to IT support coordination.
Lisa
Business Administrator
Lisa serves as Ashton's business administrator, managing operations with a focus on client needs. Her long tenure reflects her commitment to organizational efficiency and team collaboration.
Questions
What IT services does Ashton Solutions offer?
We provide managed IT services, network security, cloud migration, data backup, compliance audits, ransomware response, and strategic IT consulting tailored to business needs.
Do you serve businesses outside Ohio?
Yes, we serve clients across the Midwest, 27 states nationwide, and globally through our peer network for on-site support.
How quickly do you respond to IT issues?
We guarantee support request response within one business hour and resolution within eight hours under our SLA.
Can you help with Microsoft 365 migration?
Yes, we specialize in seamless Microsoft 365 migrations, including data transfer, user training, and ongoing support.
Are compliance and data security included?
Yes, we ensure compliance with regulations like HIPAA and GDPR while implementing advanced security measures for data protection.
Do you offer 24/7 technical support?
Yes, our team provides 24/7 monitoring, emergency response, and help desk support for uninterrupted business operations.
Reviews (1)
Eric Kiehn
Jun 24, 2019
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Jim runs a first class operation. If you need great IT services in the Cleveland area you should talk to his top notch staff, some of the best of the best.
