Networking & Infrastructure
Plan, deploy and troubleshoot Wi-Fi, switching, routing, firewalls and VLANs.
Chicago / Independent IT consultingGood IT.
Good IT.
One person.
Less friction.
I help small businesses fix the network, connect their tools, and get the next project off the list.
Free 30-minute consult. You talk directly with the engineer.
THE PROJECT DESKEXPLORE AN EXAMPLE
01 / WHAT IS HAPPENING?
Office Wi-Fi keeps dropping.
Calls freeze in the back office. Start by finding where and when the connection breaks.
WI-FITROUBLESHOOTING
STEP 1 OF 3
01 / Veteran-owned02 / 10+ years in enterprise IT03 / Built for small businesses04 / Project-based. Clear scope.
A useful place to startWhat's getting
What's getting
in your way?
You don't need to know which tool to buy. Start with the problem. I'll help work out the right size of fix.
Get a handle on the basics.
A reliable network, sensible access, and a clear picture of what is running. Start with a review of the trouble spot.
- Wi-Fi, switches, routers and VLANs
- Security, VPNs, MFA and permissions
- Servers, equipment and on-demand support
Explore the full toolbox: all 9 services
AI Consulting & Automation
Connect intake, follow-ups and records. Use AI where it has a specific job and clear limits.
CRM & Client Systems
Organize contacts and next steps, migrate spreadsheets and connect your workflows.
Cloud & Server Planning
Compare local, cloud and hybrid options. Plan migrations and backups.
Security & Access Control
Set up VPNs, MFA, single sign-on and access that fits each person's role.
Websites & Client Portals
Build clear business websites and useful portals with a maintainable foundation.
Dashboards & Monitoring
Bring logs, reporting and alerts into a view built around your operations.
Hardware & Equipment
Choose, source and configure gear that fits the job and budget.
On-Demand IT Support
Work directly with the engineer. Agree on scope, timing and availability.
A closer look / CRM & automationA place for every lead.
A place for every lead.
A clear next step.
An inquiry comes in. The details have a home. The next action is visible. Twenty CRM and the right connections can make that a repeatable workflow.
Talk about your workflowHosting, maintenance and any paid features are scoped separately.
From inquiry to next actionEXAMPLE ONLY
WEBSITE CONTACT FORM
A request comes in.
Alex · Example business
“Can you help us add online booking to our website?”
Fictional inquiry. No customer data.A clear starting point: who is asking, and what they need.
Illustrative workflow, not a live Twenty screen. Nothing is sent.
DUSTIN ALLEMAN / THE PERSON DOING THE WORK
Meet your engineerBuilt by the person
Built by the person
you'll talk to.
I'm Dustin. I bring more than a decade of hands-on enterprise networking experience to smaller, practical projects.
I also build and document my own systems, from intake automation to network labs. You can explore how I approach the work before we talk.
From first call to handoffA small project can be
01 / UNDERSTAND 02 / AGREE 03 / BUILD
A small project can be
a very good starting point.
Show me the problem.
A short conversation about what is happening, what you need and what would make the project worthwhile.
Get a clear scope.
We agree on the work, price, timing and what is included before building starts.
Know what you're getting.
The setup, a walkthrough and documentation. Ongoing help can be discussed when you need it.
Is my project too small?
Small businesses are the focus. Bring the specific issue or idea, and we can work out a sensible scope together.
Do I need a monthly contract?
No long-term contract is required. Start with a defined project. Discuss ongoing support and availability separately if you want it.
Can I keep the tools I already use?
That is part of the first conversation. We will check what can be improved or connected before deciding what needs replacing.
Can you help with just a website?
Yes. A straightforward website is a valid project on its own. Forms, booking and client portals can be added when they serve a clear purpose.
What's been sitting
on your IT to-do list?
Bring the problem. Let's work out the next step.