Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What do we do? Simply Integrated is a digital enabler. We are software development experts, web designers, graphic artists and technology consultants. And we want to take those skill sets to bring the best most affordable solutions to your company.

Why choose us? Simply Integrated leverages experts in each field with Enterprise experience. Simply Integrated projects are an avenue for us to “give back” by helping small and medium sized companies. This is our motivation – satisfied clients that love our work.

What experience do we have? Simply Integrated has a network of deep Enterprise technologists that all have proven industry experience with very large companies. Our small business experience is growing with custom applications and web sites that are used every day.

What size can we handle? Simply Integrated usually begins relationships with solving smaller problems. However, it is our aim to make your business run better and if we can supply technology solutions throughout your entire company, we would love to help and are prepared to do so.

How do we price? Simply Integrated offers tiered fixed price options. This way you can be certain of the cost up front. And choose what you want delivered. Hourly arrangements can also be made in special cases.

How do we warranty? Simply Integrated guarantees satisfaction. If you are not 100% happy with our product, we will work to get there and you will not have to pay in full until we do.

What type of web sites do we do? Informational and Marketing are the most common. However, e-Commerce and web portals we are excited to offer as well. The benefit is you are 360° covered. If needed we provide: Information Architecture, Usability, Theme and Design, photos, backend functionality, site hosting, domain setup and email services. Don't forget to review our list of web capabilities and web browser compatibilities.

Do we offer Graphic Design? This is a big part of our web design offering. We do not outsource our creative themes, layouts or designs. In house, our graphic designers work hand in hand with our web designers to be sure you are getting a solution that works as well as shines.

Do we offer Marketing Campaigns? Sort of. We are not a marketing company, and if you need true sales and marketing expertise we can recommend services. However working with our design people you can easily put together material to target specific audiences and we can facilitate your exposure.

Do we understand Web 2.0? Site Personalization, social networking, blogging, search engine optimization, site analytics, web security, Flash/Flex/Ajax integration, RSS feeds – sure we know Web 2.0. Let us help you upgrade.

Can we help in search page ranking? SEO or search engine optimization is an art form as much as it is a technique or practice. Simply Integrated prides itself in our technical and creative symbiosis. We believe this has the most impact during SEO.

Are their economy solutions available? Simply Integrated offers template sites for both static pages and Flash interactivity often for ½ the cost of our custom solutions.

What type of software have we built? There are two types we really like: management and integration solutions. There are unique needs in productivity software to manage time, employees, projects, orders, finances and/or inventory – then integrating those features and data to wherever you need it.

What technologies do we use? Please see our list of capabilities and competencies, but know this: technology is a tool not a solution. We bring the solutions using whatever tool is best fit for the job, and sometimes it’s not even technical.

Can we build Touch Screen applications? Simply Integrated is a touch screen provider for any software solution. We can create new applications designed just for touch or re-engineer current applications to work with kiosks or mobile touch screens.

What is SolutionWare? SolutionWare is Simply Integrated’s product offering. When we create software we use proven enterprise practices, standards and styles to develop software that is both customized and standardized. This means it meets your needs and will last – its SolutionWare.

What about confidentiality? Simply Integrated thrives in bringing solutions to you – not requiring you move your data/business elsewhere. All your data, business processes and trade secrets are guaranteed to stay right where they belong, within your business.

How do we do the work? For cost reasons, most of the development is done offsite. We can use remote access if needed, and on site meetings with architects and managers when appropriate. On site development is available.

What is creative design? The sky is the limit with creative design. From logo generation to designing your website and everything in between. If you can dream it up we can help with the design.

How can these services help you? We can help put your best face forward with design for business cards, letterhead, ads for print, web, radio and video.

Do we do our own printing? No we don’t but our great relationships with multiple printing companies and direct marketing companies help ensure that you get the highest quality services at the most competitive pricing. Of course, feel free to take our product to any printshop you like.

Are we a marketing company? No. However our history in this field has given us an edge to be able to handle many of the services of a marketing firm. However, if major branding or advertising campaigns are what your company is looking for then our partnership program with several well respected marketing firms in the area allow us to work together closely to meet your needs. This translates to high value for you - the customer.

Do we offer Audio and Video Solutions? Absolutely. We handle numerous solutions for radio, video, TV, web, corporate video, commercials, music videos and even short films. From a smaller more intimate shoot in your office or other location to a full fledged studio production on a professional sound stage we can do it.

Have you considered going Viral? Sending Video, Photos and Messages around the internet is huge now. This is an expensive way to advertise and reach previously unavailable markets. Leveraging Twitter, FaceBook, MySpace, You Tube, Flicker and general social networking like Blogging can instantaneously expand your market.

What does a partnership look like? It’s an arrangement for Simply Integrated to help grow your business. This can mean building software for re-sale, IT consulting, technology assessments for company acquisitions/mergers or any service where we can provide bandwidth for your company.

How much do they cost? Usually fixed-price, we like to strategize a plan together then execute for you. The idea often is to reduce the execution costs in favor for a Simply Integrated incentive if the plan succeeds. However, if all you need is our skills, we would be happy to do an hourly agreement.

What type of services do we offer? Development services, business consulting, architectural assessments, support, maintenance, diagnostic & repair initiatives, reporting, data entry, testing, network setup and procurement, start-up strategy, periodic updates to promotional media, seasonal styling or just about anything leveraging our experience.

Are they long or short term? We have been involved in both. Software for re-sale or technology strategy can span months, whereas general IT consulting or assessments can happen ad-hoc or within a week or so. Currently we have some very long terms relationships in place to support growing local businesses as they see the need arise.

How do we know we can help? We do this everyday. Most of our staff is currently or has recently consulted in a Fortune 5000 company with true enterprise corporate experience. There is no problem we cannot tackle, only challenges to which we look welcome.