Our Philosophy
Nelson Technology Associates operates under some fundamental principles which differentiate our company from many others in the information technology (IT) industry. Our basic principles are these:
Implement appropriate
technology...
We believe that the most practical and cost-effective approach to
applying Information Technology is to use what works - not necessarily
the very latest products, and usually not the oldest. The best
technology for business computer systems is usually very current, but
first and foremost it is proven, well-supported, backed by stable
companies, and compatible with broad technology and industry trends. We
have also found that it is generally neither the cheapest nor the most
expensive products which provide the most cost-effective solutions, when
full life-cycle costs are considered.
Provide a technology conduit...
The pace of change in the IT industry requires constant evaluation of
product and technology trends. It isn't cost-effective for many
organizations to maintain the internal resources required to stay
abreast of the technology. We feel we have the responsibility to provide
a conduit of technology to our clients - recognizing opportunities for
them, while narrowing down the wide range of options to those that are
applicable to the individual client's needs. This includes screening out
options that don't work well, cost too much, or won't be practical over
the long haul, to help our clients avoid expensive mistakes.
Use a team approach to solving problems...
We believe that "win-win" approaches with our clients, associates,
subcontractors and suppliers produce the best long-term solutions. We
make conscious efforts to work as a harmonious part of our client's
team, and promote well-founded, long-term relationships in favor of
short-term gains.
Use responsible project management principles...
We have learned from years of experience that the success of most
projects depends less on the selected technology or solution than on
adherence to solid principles of management and communication - such as
clearly understanding the context and overall goals of the project,
clarifying all requirements before selecting a solution, and objectively
tracking progress. We believe that open, honest, and frequent
communication with our clients prevents most of the problems that can
plague IT projects.
Assure client satisfaction...
As part of our "win-win" approach, we strive to always provide services
that meet our client's needs first, not our own. We ask for feedback and
try to ensure that what is provided is what is needed, even if not fully
stated by the client. We always make the extra effort to ensure that our
solutions work.