Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted IT Support Services in Bristol
Cannard Computing has been delivering expert IT support and technology solutions since 1979. Our small but highly experienced team specialises in providing tailored IT services to small and medium businesses across Bristol, Somerset and Gloucestershire. With over 40 years' industry experience, we focus on building long-term relationships with our clients rather than offering generic solutions. Our approach combines proactive system monitoring with immediate response support, ensuring minimal business disruption. We work closely with trusted partners to offer comprehensive services including network security, broadband solutions and offsite data backup.Unlike traditional IT providers, we prioritise direct engineer access over sales teams, providing honest technical advice without pressure selling. Our commitment to local businesses is demonstrated through our 24-hour emergency response within 15 miles and flexible support contracts tailored to individual business needs. We maintain technical excellence through industry certifications including Sophos Architecture expertise. Our team's deep understanding of regional business requirements enables us to deliver practical, cost-effective IT solutions that support business growth and operational efficiency.
Services
IT Support
Network Security
Offsite Backup
Broadband Solutions
Network Cabling
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years' experience supporting Bristol businesses
- Direct access to experienced engineers without call queues
- Proactive system monitoring prevents potential issues
- No-pressure technical advice from certified professionals
- 24-hour emergency response within 15 miles
Associations and certifications
- Sophos
What people say
Excellent support
Highly responsive
Swift & first class service
Professional team
Reliable solutions
Services
IT Support
Our comprehensive IT support ensures business continuity through proactive system monitoring and rapid issue resolution. We provide tailored solutions for small to medium enterprises, combining remote assistance with on-site visits when required. Our engineers deliver immediate support without call queues or ticketing systems, maintaining operations with minimal disruption.
Network Security
Protect your business from evolving cyber threats with our enterprise-grade security solutions. We implement advanced protection systems including next-generation firewalls and email filtering. Our Sophos-certified experts configure comprehensive defences against malware and unauthorised access, with regular updates to counter emerging threats while maintaining system performance.
Offsite Backup
Safeguard critical business data with our secure offsite backup services. We offer scalable solutions from basic file protection to full disaster recovery systems. Using locally-hosted servers enables faster data restoration compared to overseas data centres. Our customised backup plans ensure business continuity with flexible retention periods and automated verification.
Broadband Solutions
Optimise business connectivity with our tailored broadband solutions. We assess requirements to recommend appropriate connections from reliable standard lines to high-speed fibre options. Our implementation includes network configuration and performance optimisation, ensuring stable connectivity for critical operations while providing cost-effective scalability for growing businesses.
Network Cabling
Establish robust network foundations with our professional cabling services. We design and implement structured cabling systems using Cat6 Ethernet and fibre optic technologies. Our installations support current and future network demands, including data centre connectivity and high-capacity backbone infrastructure. All work includes certification testing to guarantee performance standards and future scalability.
People
Chris
Director
Certified Sophos Architect with extensive cybersecurity expertise. Specialises in network protection systems and threat prevention strategies. Over 20 years' experience in enterprise security solutions. Enjoys music and vintage whisky appreciation.
Hassan
Director
Microsoft Cloud specialist with 20+ years' experience. Manages cloud infrastructure and hybrid solutions. Passionate about technology and culinary exploration. Key contact for cloud migration projects.
Nayana
Engineer
Senior engineer with decade-plus experience in network infrastructure. Expert in problem-solving and system optimisation. Specialises in creative technical solutions. Active in badminton and film appreciation.
James
Engineer
Desktop and server support specialist. Provides technical assistance for system maintenance and upgrades. Maintains mystery about personal interests but confirmed cat owner. Recent team addition with fresh technical perspectives.
Questions
What IT services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide comprehensive IT support including system maintenance, network security, data backup, broadband optimisation and cabling infrastructure tailored to small business requirements.
Do you offer emergency IT support?
Yes, we provide urgent engineer dispatch within 24 hours for critical issues, with no callout charges within 15 miles of our Bristol base.
How do you handle network security threats?
We implement enterprise-grade security solutions including Sophos firewalls, email filtering and malware protection with regular system updates to counter emerging threats.
Can you help with data backup solutions?
We offer scalable offsite backup services with locally-hosted servers for faster recovery, from basic file protection to full disaster recovery systems with custom retention policies.
What support options are available?
Choose between flexible support contracts with proactive monitoring or pay-as-you-go services with remote assistance and guaranteed 24-hour engineer response.
