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Predictability can be a foundation of infrastructure planning and cash flow. Computergate is the leader of IT infrastructure solutions and support with CARE. The Computergate CARE program extends predictability to the continuing operation of infrastructure, ensuring that it always meets performance specifications, is regularly updated to the latest software and hardware revisions, is supported by a comprehensive support network and is charged at a predictable monthly cost.

 

Customising your service needs ensures you minimise your expenditure while maximising the performance of your IT equipment.

 

At Computergate we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the varying needs of our clients. We support your IT, technology warranties and industry specific systems as part of our continuing commitment to provide you with a superior alternative. Every business has its own specific needs and unique requirements. Computergate is able to develop industry specific solutions to support your technology equipment – allowing you to focus on core business and maximise productivity of non IT staff.

 

Please contact call on 1300 137 585 and any of our staff will be very pleased to discuss your IT service needs.

 

CARE Support Program

 

OVERVIEW

 

The Computergate CARE Support Program provides a comprehensive array of support services to assist in the administration and maintenance of Server, Storage, Desktop & Networking products. Features are designed to meet the strict demands of Small to Medium customers, who require unparalleled attention for their mission-critical business solutions.

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FEATURE

SUMMARY

 

• 24x7x365 Priority 1 Support  

• Case Management Options          

• Computergate Support Portal      

• Hardware and Software Support 

 

 

• Preferential Case Handling

• Designated Customer Support Engineer

• Major Software Release Reviews

• Feature Request Updates

 

OPERATIONS INFORMATION

 

Office Hours

Helpdesk

CARE Priority

and Response SLA

 

 

Case Management

 

Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30pm

24x7x365 Toll-Free Phone Support

Bronze – On-Site (Business hrs): 24hours

Gold – On-site (Business Hours): 4 Hours

Platinum – On-Site (24 hrs x 7 Days):4 Hours

System Down – On-Site < 4hrs

Web – Manage cases in the Support Portal

Email – Email from registered support addresses

Phone – Call our global toll-free number

 

 

CARE

FEATURES

 

SUPPORT PORTAL

Case Management Easily open and update cases.

Knowledge Base Search an extensive database with answers to technical questions.

Documentation Download user guides, manuals, release notes and other collateral.

Virus Outbreaks View filters for up-to-date outbreak rules to detect viruses.

Security Alerts Updated listings of vulnerabilities and issues.

 

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SUPPORT

Software Licensing & Renewals Periodic email notifications about software renewals & upgrades are sent to registered Customers.

Software Support Assistance to most current software and firmware upgrades to vendor appliances can be performed directly from Computergate at any time.

Hardware Support In the event of a hardware malfunction, Computergate provides field units technicians and replacement parts within service commitment.

Remote Diagnostics When working a support case, Computergate Customer Support Engineers have the ability to perform remote diagnostics. Support tunnels are initiated and opened only upon the request of the customer.

 

ACCOUNT-BASED SERVICES

Preferential Case Handling Computergate customers with CARE Support receive preferential case handling (in conjunction with the case priority and case processes) for effective and efficient case resolution.

Regular Preventative Support To minimise downtime regular routine system checks are provided to prevent unscheduled outages. A Computergate Customer Support Engineer is designated by account.

Account Management Periodic meetings to discuss and review issues and business requirements. Discussions surrounding Services, Technology & areas of cost savings to improve efficiencies and  new products that are available.

Case Management When requested, periodic conference calls are held with a Computergate sales team member to discuss feature requests submitted by the customer.

 

CASE PROCESSES

Case Handling Computergate is dedicated to providing a superior customer support experience each and every time. For a streamlined approach, and to ensure effective problem resolution, case processes leverage priority, service level agreements (SLAs) and issue categorization.

Case Escalation Cases that require additional attention are escalated internally to a Computergate Customer Support Manager. To ensure consistent case management, the Computergate Customer Support Engineer who opens each case will continue to handle it through resolution.