Downtime affects production
Technology interruptions can affect output, delivery schedules and customer commitments.
Silicon Valley & the Bay Area
IT services for manufacturers in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area
CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley helps manufacturers reduce IT disruption with managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud support and monitoring. Ask the team about support for your production, ERP, CAD/CAM and compliance requirements.
Support built around your operationsTechnology guidance and managed services for the needs of your business.
Bay Area business supportManaged technology services for local organizations- Monitoring and supportAsk about coverage for your service plan
- Security and compliance supportControls aligned with your requirements
- Local guidance, network-wide resourcesPart of the CMIT Solutions network
What does managed IT for manufacturers include?
Managed IT for manufacturers can include proactive monitoring, help desk support, ERP and CAD/CAM workstation support, secure networks, cybersecurity, backup and recovery, and compliance support based on the manufacturer's requirements. The right services depend on your production environment and business priorities.
The challenge
What makes IT different for manufacturers
Manufacturers across Silicon Valley and the Bay Area need dependable systems, secure networks and support aligned with production priorities.
Shop-floor devices need protection
Connected equipment and business systems should be protected with controls suited to their operational role.
Customer requirements keep changing
Manufacturers may need to address security requirements tied to defense, regulated, or enterprise customer contracts.
Operations do not always follow office hours
Service coverage should match your business hours, production schedules and support needs.
Our approach
We start with your business risk, not your technology
Before recommending tools or services, the team should understand how your organization operates, where your systems may be exposed and what a disruption could mean for the business.
What's really at stakeProduction downtime can affect output, delivery schedules and customer commitments. Manufacturers working with defense or regulated customers should confirm which contractual security requirements apply.
“We strive to be the trusted technology advisor for our clients.”CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley
- Identify key systems and business processes that need protection
- Prioritize next steps in clear, practical language
- Review technical controls that may support cyber insurance and contractual requirements
- Plan monitoring and support around the organization's needs
Why clients choose us
IT that becomes part of your strategy
We understand your business
Technology recommendations should follow an understanding of your business structure, risks and goals.
Network-wide resources
CMIT Solutions combines local service with resources, expertise and technology relationships from its broader network.
Support to fit your needs
Discuss the service coverage, security controls and monthly pricing that are appropriate for your organization.
Services
Managed IT built around your work
Discuss IT support, security, compliance and planning for your manufacturing environment.
Network management
Protect the connectivity that supports business systems and production operations.
- Network monitoring and management
- Firewall and access-control planning
- Secure remote access
ERP and CAD support
Keep devices, networks and access supporting your business applications reliable.
- Workstation and server support
- Productivity application support
- Coordination with application vendors
Compliance-related IT support
Review security controls and technology documentation against requirements that apply to your organization.
- Gap and readiness discussions
- Security-control implementation support
- Documentation and evidence preparation
Cybersecurity monitoring
Use layered protections to reduce exposure across devices, accounts and business systems.
- Endpoint and threat-protection options
- MFA and access controls
- Security-awareness support
Backup and recovery
Plan how important data and systems can be recovered after an outage, error or attack.
- Backup strategy and monitoring
- Restore planning
- Recovery priorities by system
IT support
Discuss support arrangements for users, devices, cloud services and business-critical systems.
- Help desk and troubleshooting
- Remote and on-site options, where available
- Priority setting for business-impacting issues
Security essentials
Multi-layered security for your environment
Available protections depend on the agreed managed IT plan and your current systems.
Endpoint protectionDetect and respond to suspicious activity on supported devices- Email securityHelp filter phishing, malware and impersonation attempts
- DNS filteringHelp block malicious and unwanted websites
- Access managementManage accounts, permissions and identity controls
- Backup validationReview whether backups and restores meet business needs
- Recovery planningSet out priorities for returning to operation
Endpoint protectionDetect and respond to suspicious activity on supported devices
Email securityHelp filter phishing, malware and impersonation attempts
DNS filteringHelp block malicious and unwanted websites
Access managementManage accounts, permissions and identity controls
Backup validationReview whether backups and restores meet business needs
Recovery planningSet out priorities for returning to operationCompliance
The requirements your IT may need to support
Applicable rules depend on your products, customers, data and contracts. Technical safeguards and documentation can support a compliance program, but do not replace legal advice or an independent assessment.
| Standard or requirement | What it may require | Potential IT support |
|---|---|---|
| CMMC | Applicable requirements for defense contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). | Readiness discussions, technical controls and supporting documentation, depending on the contract and assessment scope. |
| NIST SP 800-171 / DFARS | Security requirements may apply to systems that process, store or transmit CUI under relevant contracts. | Support for access control, logging, encryption, system documentation and evidence gathering as agreed. |
| ITAR / EAR | Export controls may apply to certain technical data, products and transactions. | Review access restrictions, secure storage and account practices with the responsible compliance team. |
| ISO 9001 / customer requirements | Customers may require documented processes, records and controlled changes. | Change-management practices, documented IT procedures and related technical records. |
| California breach notification law (Civil Code § 1798.82) | Organizations covered by the law must notify affected California residents following qualifying breaches of personal information. | Security controls, incident-response planning, logging and support for breach-response procedures. |
Which rules apply depends on the organization, information handled and applicable agreements. Confirm requirements and legal interpretations with qualified counsel or your compliance adviser.
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Success stories
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Leadership
Meet the owners of CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley
Maitjian Welke co-founded CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley with Todd Welke in 2009. The local team works with businesses across Silicon Valley and the Bay Area to align technology services with business needs.
Maitjian Welke, Founder & Co-OwnerMaitjian co-founded CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley with Todd Welke in 2009 and brings more than 20 years of technology experience to local businesses.
Todd Welke, Co-OwnerTodd co-owns CMIT Solutions serving Southwest Silicon Valley, Greater Palo Alto and Pleasanton.
- Established 2009
- 20+ Years in Technology
- Compliance-Related Support
- Bay Area Service
- 900 East Hamilton, Suite 100, Campbell, CA 95008
- (408) 872-1577
- sales@cmitswsv.com
Local services supported by the wider CMIT Solutions network.
Technology discussions tied to business priorities, continuity and risk.
Support for organizations in Silicon Valley and surrounding Bay Area communities.
Hear from us
Local service, network-wide resources
- Technology recommendations grounded in your business needs
- Access to technology relationships across CMIT Solutions
- Service options and support plans discussed around your priorities
- Serving San Jose, Campbell, Palo Alto, Stanford, Menlo Park, Redwood City, Pleasanton and surrounding Bay Area communities
Getting started
How to start planning for your organization
The next steps should fit your business needs and operating schedule.
Initial discussion
Share your business priorities, current systems and key concerns.
Review
Discuss your environment, risks and support requirements.
Recommendations
Review potential service options and priorities in plain language.
Ongoing support
Agree on service coverage, responsibilities and regular reviews.
FAQs
Manufacturing IT questions, answered
Answers to common questions from manufacturers considering managed IT and cybersecurity support.
Still have a question?
Contact the Silicon Valley team to discuss your environment, requirements and support options.
Contact the teamor call (408) 872-1577Can you support our second and third shifts?
Ask CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley about 24/7 monitoring, help desk coverage, and response commitments available for your managed services plan.
How do you help protect shop-floor machines?
A manufacturing security plan may include network segmentation, access controls, secure vendor access, endpoint protection, and monitoring. The right controls depend on your production systems and operational requirements.
Can you help with CMMC requirements?
CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley offers compliance-related IT support. Confirm the scope of CMMC and NIST SP 800-171 support against your systems, contract requirements, and assessment needs.
Do you support our ERP system?
CMIT can support the IT environment around business applications, including devices, networks, cloud services, and vendor coordination. Confirm support for your specific ERP or CAD/CAM application with the team.
How is pricing structured?
Pricing depends on your users, devices, services, and support requirements. CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley can review your environment and explain the available plan and response commitments during a consultation.
What happens during a business risk assessment?
The assessment can review your business operations, network, devices, backups, cloud services, and security controls to identify risks and prioritize next steps. Confirm the scope and any fees with the Silicon Valley team.
Can you help us meet cyber insurance requirements?
IT controls often requested by insurers include multifactor authentication, endpoint protection, tested backups, staff training, and incident-response planning. The controls needed depend on the policy and insurer.
Is support available on nights, weekends and holidays?
Support availability and response commitments depend on the selected service plan. Contact CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley to confirm the coverage for your organization.
Which areas do you serve?
CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley serves businesses in San Jose, Campbell, Palo Alto, Stanford, Menlo Park, Redwood City, Pleasanton, and surrounding Bay Area communities. The office is at 900 East Hamilton, Suite 100, Campbell, CA 95008.
IT consultation
Understand your risks. Plan your next steps.
Start a conversation about your technology environment, security priorities and the support your organization needs.
- Discuss key systems and business risks
- Review priorities in plain language
- Consider relevant security and contractual requirements
- Explore practical next steps for your organization
Prefer to talk?(408) 872-1577
Office900 East Hamilton, Suite 100, Campbell, CA 95008
Emailsales@cmitswsv.com