Technology consulting.

Digital infrastructure advisors.

Helping optimize technical infrastructure.

At Advent Media, Inc., our seasoned consultants offer professional guidance and customized technology solutions to local small businesses; helping them streamline operations, make informed decisions, and optimize their technological infrastructure.

Technology Strategy

Research
Assessments & Planning
Design & Optimization
Project Management
(and more)

Digital Infrastructure

Computing Devices
Computer Networks
Audiovisual Equipment
Telecommunications
(and more)

Security & Privacy

Cybersecurity Assistance
Digital Privacy Assistance
Industry Assistance
Regulatory Assistance
(and more)

Tech Support

Managed IT Services
Vendor Coordination
End-User Training
Technical Support
(and more)

Streamline your digital infrastructure with professional advice.

Based in Columbus, Ohio, we help small businesses around Central Ohio navigate the complexities of the digital age and streamline their digital infrastructure; combining strategic goals with proven innovations to deliver end-to-end technological solutions that are effective, secure, and reliable.

Computing
Audiovisual
Network / Internet
Phone / Wireless

An experienced local technology partner for small business.

With today's vast and complex ecosystem of platforms, sourcing and implementing the proper infrastructure can be a real challenge. That's why we don't just advise, we're a local partner here to help enhance your digital infrastructure and implement proven solutions. Our experience across various industries has given us the ability to adapt to each clients unique objectives.

Home & Garden
Media & Film
Professional Services
Real Estate
Travel & Hospitality

A different type of technology consulting company.

We're not a typical technology consulting company; we're local, agile, and a trusted partner focused on implementing comprehensive digital solutions.

Our lean multi-skilled team of creative and technological professionals have been providing technical and consulting services in connection with our creative and production services for over 20 years; helping our clients source, implement, utilize, and maintain the necessary infrastructure behind the solutions that have revolutionized their businesses.

It's a unique holistic approach encompassing both digital content and technological infrastructure; allowing us to create and deliver comprehensive digital solutions that meet your exact needs.

About our Company

Let's talk about your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located and what is your reach?

For tech-only services, we work within the metro Columbus, Ohio market, though we can offer online support anywhere the Internet goes.
What does your tech service cost?

Our pricing for tech services varies on the type of service. Please provide a description of your need to get a quote. We can provide services on a time & materials basis, or under a contract for either one-time projects or continuing maintenance. We may need to do a site visit to learn of your needs and determine if we're the best for your needs. Here's the best way to reach us.
What kind of advice do you offer?
Because we're in the media production business and service our own infrastructure, we know what works for small office/home office (SOHO) markets. We can advise regarding:
- Computer selection
- Software titles
- Networking infrastructure & appliances
- Servers
- E-mail & cloud services
- VOIP and cellular phone systems
- Network Attached Storage
- Projectors
- Screens
- TVs/monitors
- Audio systems
- Videoconference systems
- Portable systems
- Legacy systems (AV or computer)
What kind of support do you provide?
When clients need hands-on support, we can step in to help. On time/materials basis or ongoing contract we can help with:
- Computer latptop/desktop acquisition
- Hardened computer configuration (PC)
- Server/workstation Active Directory implementations (small office only)
- OS updates
- Internet and other networking provisioning (interfacing with service provider)
- Network security, WiFi, home/office wiring, VPN
- AV system configuration, installation, training (interfacing with integrator)
How did you get started in tech consulting?

Out of necessity! In 1997 we bought our first nonlinear video editor. Brought it back to the office and it promptly didn't work. We had to learn about IRQs, DMAs and other things that are now obsolete, but we made the thing go. We then started configuring our network and adding servers and workstations to meet our needs for production. Soon, friends and clients were having problems that we were able to find solutions for, and before we knew it, we were helping people buy, configure and maintain their computing infrastructure. That led us to become a Microsoft Partner. And then we found ourselves interfacing with larger companies, providing needed advice for them to get the most from technology investments.
What kinds of clients do you serve?

We primarily work with people in the small office/home office space, up to 10 users. For larger concerns we can provide project consulting and connect with other service organizations for day-to-day support.
What is your approach to Technical Consulting/Support?

Our philosophy is to "do the most with the least," using innovation to get top level performance from budget minded components where possible, but also recommending to buy the fastest and highest capacity that's offered to provide the most longevity for the investment. Having been burned by fly-by-night startup vendors that fail when their products do, we try to steer clients toward established name brands and solid warranties. We're slow to adopt "cutting edge" technologies that may pose a higher level of risk to our clients, but we are very aggressive when it comes to data security and cybersecurity training.