Description

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As technology becomes increasingly commonplace, there is a huge opportunity for computer repair and tech support businesses in every neighborhood, small town, and big city. The demand for knowledgeable technical people is on the rise as more and more areas of our lives require the use of technology. There is a huge opportunity here for entrepreneurs to open computer repair services, whether mobile/onsite or in a storefront If you are an amateur hobbyist with an interest in IT, a graduate of a computer science program, or a budding entrepreneur, it is possible to turn the technology wave into a profitable business. Start & Run a Computer Repair Service is ideal for those who want to know more about how to start and run a store or onsite or mobile computer repair business. Whether you are new to the industry and just starting to research, or are a professional looking to branch out on your own, this book will guide you through the nuts and bolts of starting a successful business, as well as the specifics of computer repair shop ownership and operation; it's everything you need to help you make a plan and follow through to create a successful operation. Within the book and the enclosed CD-ROM, you will find resources and sound advice from the authors who started their own computer shop (and managed to keep it open and thriving through good and bad economic times).

About the Author

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Lynn Spry graduated Cornell University with a degree in Electrical Engineering and immediately joined Anderson Consulting in Information Technology. Throughout her corporate career she worked in almost all areas of technology management. In 2002 she joined Prudential Financial and was quickly promoted to Director of Quality Controls. With almost 15 years in IT management, Lynn is an experienced manager with a talent for process engineering and systems analysis. Philip Spry started a corporate career in IT working for Fortune 500 companies such as Prudential Financial, Anderson Consulting, and IBM. With over 20 years in technology, he understands the technology challenges faced by business owners.