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Why Choose Preactive IT Solutions for Your Construction or Engineering Firm
When it comes to IT support and services, Preactive IT Solutions is your trusted partner in Houston, Austin, and across Texas. We deliver tailored, proactive IT solutions that keep your projects on track, secure, and efficient. Under the leadership of our CEO, Charles Swihart, we combine deep industry expertise, award-winning service, and Texas roots to empower your firm. Here’s why Preactive is the ideal choice:
Industry Expertise That Speaks Your Language
We understand the tools and workflows that power your business. Our team is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, and field management platforms, ensuring your technology aligns seamlessly with your project goals.
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Deep Industry Knowledge: We know the challenges of construction and engineering, from tight deadlines to complex workflows, and we design solutions to keep you on schedule.
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Active Industry Engagement: As members and sponsors of ASA, ABC, HCA, AGC, and GHBA, we stay connected to your industry, delivering relevant and impactful IT support.
6 Big Reasons To Choose Preactive IT Solutions
- We are the only MSP in Texas to specialize in serving Construction and Engineering firms.
- We developed a multi-layered cybersecurity system specifically designed for engineering and construction companies, called the "BuildSafe IT Blueprint," to prevent email compromise and invoice fraud.
- We run on EOS and are operationally mature. Our 25-person company is growing at rate of 30%+/year.
- Our Core Values are: Extreme Ownership, Customer Service Excellence, Constant Improvement and Friendly & Sociable
- Quarterly client strategy meetings ensure we adapt to changing needs, security, and technology, plan projects, align budgets, and avoid surprises.
- Every technician starts their career at Preactive IT Solutions by earning their MS Office 365 certification.
20+ YEARS IN CYBERSECURITY & IT SUPPORT
2000+ USERS SUPPORTED
FAST LOCAL SUPPORT YOU CAN TRUST
HUMAN IT SERVICES: WE SPEAK YOUR LANGUAGE
TEXAS PROUD: TEAMS IN AUSTIN & HOUSTON
WINNER OF THE TITANS AWARD FOR CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
BuildSafe IT Blueprint: Uncompromising Security
Cyberthreats can derail your projects and compromise your data. Our BuildSafe IT Blueprint, built on decades of experience supporting construction and engineering firms, delivers multi-layered security to protect your operations.
- Proactive Defense: From ransomware protection to compliance support, we safeguard your systems against evolving threats.
- Peace of Mind: Our 24/7 monitoring ensures your sensitive information stays secure, so you can focus on delivering results.
Maximized Uptime, Minimized Downtime
Downtime is costly in construction and engineering. We design resilient IT infrastructure to keep your team productive, even during storms, outages, or remote work scenarios.
- Proactive Maintenance: Continuous monitoring prevents issues before they impact your projects.
- Reliable Performance: Our solutions ensure seamless access to critical tools, delivering dependable IT services for engineering firms.
Scalable Solutions for Your Growth
Whether your firm operates 40 machines or 350, we provide IT support for construction companies and IT services for engineering firms that grow with you. Our flexible strategies and systems support your ambitions, no matter your size.
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Tailored Strategies: We customize solutions to match your firm’s goals and industry demands.
- Future-Ready Support: From startups to large enterprises, we’re equipped to handle your evolving IT needs.
Local Roots, Family-Owned Values
As a family-owned, Texas-built company, we’re deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our integrity, responsiveness, and local knowledge make us more than an IT provider—we’re your partner.
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Community Focused: Sponsoring ASA, ABC, HCA, AGC, and GHBA reflects our dedication to Texas’s construction and engineering industries.
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Texas-Based Support: Unlike national providers, our helpdesk is right here in Texas, offering fast, relatable service for firms in Houston, Austin, and beyond.
Operational Maturity
We have a comprehensive and sophisticated system for managing your technology, from interruption-free onboarding to project scoping, communication, and execution. We measure, report on, and discuss key KPIs from the helpdesk and project teams weekly to find opportunities to continuously improve your experience.
We are a 25-person company growing at 30%+/year. We started our EOS implementation in January 2024 and now have Level 10 meetings pushed through the entire accountability chart. Rather than trying to self-implement (so many fail), we have an outside EOS implementer (Mark Leary) to keep us on track.
Visionary Leadership
Our founder and CEO, Charles Swihart, brings over 30 years of IT experience to Preactive IT Solutions. Since founding the company in 2003, he has transformed it from a break-fix model to a proactive Managed Service Provider (MSP), earning global recognition as one of the top 501 Managed IT Service firms by Channel Futures in 2018. Charles’s vision ensures small and medium-sized businesses receive enterprise-level IT support for construction companies and IT services for engineering firms, driving stability and growth.
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Proven Leadership: Charles’s strategic partnerships and focus on client relationships have fueled record revenue growth, even through economic challenges.
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EOS-Powered Operations: By implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), we streamline processes, ensuring alignment, accountability, and consistent results for your firm.
Award-Winning Excellence
Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us industry recognition, reflecting our dedication to exceptional service and workplace culture.
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Best Place to Work (BPTW): This award highlights our positive, employee-focused culture, which translates to better service for you.
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MSP Titan Award: Recognized for industry leadership, we deliver cutting-edge IT services for engineering firms and construction companies.
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Global Recognition: Our 2018 Channel Futures ranking as a top 501 MSP underscores our ability to provide world-class IT support.
Your Strategic Partner for Success
At Preactive IT Solutions, we don’t just solve tech problems—we empower your firm to achieve more. With Charles Swihart’s leadership, award-winning service, and a Texas-sized commitment to your success, we deliver IT support for construction companies and IT services for engineering firms that drive efficiency, security, and growth.
Ready to partner with an IT provider as dedicated to your projects as you are?
Contact us today to discover how Preactive IT Solutions can power your firm’s future.
Connect with Charles Swihart
- Book a 30-minute discovery call with our CEO, Charles Swihart, to learn more and quickly determine if our services might be a fit for your team.
- LinkedIn Profile: Follow Charles for professional updates and industry insights.
- Preactive IT Solutions: Learn more about the company’s mission and services.
Charles Swihart’s dedication to managed IT services, proactive community engagement, and visionary leadership firmly establish him as a thought leader and trusted advisor in the industry. His journey and contributions are a testament to his passion for technology and his unwavering commitment to helping businesses succeed.
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Houston TX
Preactive IT Solutions, LP
1220 Blalock Road, Suite 345
Houston, Texas 77055
Phone: (832) 583-3707
Email: [email protected]
Austin TX
Preactive IT Solutions, LP
2505 E 6th St Suite C,
Austin, TX 78702
Phone: (512) 812-7227
Email: [email protected]
San Antonio, TX
Preactive IT Solutions, LP
700 North Saint Mary's Street, Suite 1210
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Phone: (210) 864-2929
Email: [email protected]
Charles Swihart
Visonary & Founder
Charles has become a recognized authority in delivering IT support and solutions tailored for small to medium-sized businesses, particularly in the engineering and construction sectors. His vision for Preactive IT Solutions has always been to provide enterprise-level IT services to businesses that typically lack the resources of larger corporations.
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