Laptops and Desktops

Reliable endpoints managed with strategy, security, and standards.

Reduce recurring device issues with standards aligned to 500+ proactive IT best practices.

Control endpoint costs with lifecycle planning, budgeting, and technology spend oversight.

Improve user productivity with support answered in under 1 minute and strong first-touch resolution.

Strengthen device security with patching, endpoint protection, monitoring, and documented controls.

Simplify onboarding and offboarding with standardized devices, access, and support workflows.

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Our Clients

Endpoint Support That Helps Teams Stay Productive

See how strategic IT management improves reliability, cost control, and user confidence.

Thriveon has been working with us and guiding us along the way…We enjoy having more than a client-vendor relationship. We view it as a partnership. We rely on Thriveon heavily, and they’ve always been there for us. Their support for us has been unwavering.

Kevin Sellheim

CEO and Administrator, Sleepy Eye Medical Center

Thriveon is one of the best things that happened to us this year. We started out retaining their services to obtain a more reliable and effective data backup solution, but their services to us evolved into a partnership where they are providing not only backup, but also disaster recovery, enhanced security, regular system and hardware monitoring and maintenance, and day-to-day speedy, reliable, professional and knowledgeable support services for all our IT needs (which Thriveon offers through their unlimited support program). Thriveon encourages support requests from all our staff members, for all of our IT questions, big or small, including questions regarding Microsoft Office and our other applications and software programs. Their engineers are friendly and really approachable.

Steve Franta

Managing Partner, The Legal Professionals

Thriveon has provided the strategic planning and foresight that had been lacking in our IT environment. Our IT investments have transformed from reactive to proactive, putting us on the right track to improve our infrastructure, reduce our downtime and plan for future improvements. They’ve been an invaluable business partner and resource.

Liza Kukla

Controller, Schell's

Thriveon helped us replace a struggling IT setup with a clear technology strategy that improved efficiency, strengthened security, reduced unnecessary costs, and gave us the confidence to scale our construction business more effectively.

Ben Stealy

Operations, Horwitz

Thriveon has been an outstanding business alliance for our company. At certain times, we are high maintenance. It is wonderful to know that no matter what our demand, they are always there to help. In our industry, managing data and compliance are the cornerstone to ensuring privacy for our clients. Their reliability and dedication to network management lets us know we are protected. This has led to not only improvements in productivity but also peace of mind.

Dale Carlson

Managing Partner, Carlson Highland

I have to say that in the course of our relationship, I have always felt that we were in good hands. I sensed a competency and a capacity we hadn’t had before from the get-go.

DOD Manufacturer

Thriveon truly focuses on the customer service side of the business. They impress us often with their support. And Thriveon is the first IT company that we found would prevent problems before they happen, rather than react to them after they happened.

John K.

GM, Kozy Heat Fireplaces

Since partnering with Thriveon, we’ve experienced a significant improvement in our IT operations. Their team’s expertise, responsiveness and professionalism have helped us overcome complex challenges and optimize our IT environment for better performance and reliability. We highly recommend Thriveon to any business seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure and capabilities.

Angel C. Mason

Director of Resources, Special Operations Warrior Foundation

With the change to the modern workplace, we can now access our files from any location at any time with just an internet connection. Our documents are at our fingertips whether working from home, at a client site or sitting in an airport.

Ann Bolin

Director of Accounting and Administration, Blue Rose Capital Advisors

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Laptops and Desktops Managed for Performance, Cost, and Risk

Endpoint standards, lifecycle planning, and support discipline

Device Standards

Standardized, secure devices

Consistent laptop and desktop standards reduce support complexity and improve the employee experience. Thriveon helps define approved models, configurations, security requirements, operating system standards, and application baselines so devices are easier to deploy, secure, and maintain.

This gives your organization fewer one-off setups, clearer support expectations, and a stronger foundation for growth, onboarding, compliance readiness, and predictable IT performance.

Hardware Procurement

Right-sized hardware plans

Endpoint purchases should be tied to business need, not last-minute pressure. Thriveon provides procurement guidance that considers user role, application requirements, warranty coverage, lifecycle timing, and total cost of ownership before hardware is selected.

This approach helps prevent overspending, avoids underpowered devices, and gives leadership a clearer budget for refresh cycles, new hires, replacements, and growth initiatives that depend on reliable laptops and desktops.

User Onboarding

Faster employee readiness

New employees need working technology on day one, and departing employees need access removed cleanly. Thriveon supports structured onboarding and offboarding workflows that include device preparation, account coordination, application access, security controls, and support handoff.

Standardized processes reduce delays, protect company data, and give managers more confidence that laptops and desktops are ready, documented, and aligned with each employee’s role and responsibilities.

Proactive Maintenance

Less downtime from fixes

Reactive endpoint support creates lost time, repeated tickets, and frustration for employees. Thriveon uses proactive management to identify device health concerns, patching gaps, performance problems, and configuration issues before they disrupt daily work.

With monitoring, maintenance, documentation, and escalation support connected to more than 500 best practices, laptops and desktops become part of a continuously improving IT environment instead of a recurring source of noise.

Lifecycle Planning

Clear lifecycle budgeting

Unplanned hardware replacement can strain budgets and interrupt operations. Thriveon helps maintain visibility into device age, warranties, software versions, replacement timing, and business needs so leaders can plan endpoint investments with more confidence.

Lifecycle planning connects laptops and desktops to the broader IT roadmap and annual budget, helping reduce surprise expenses while ensuring employees have equipment that supports security, productivity, and application performance.

Endpoint Security

Endpoint security built in

Every laptop and desktop is an access point to business data, applications, and systems. Thriveon embeds endpoint security into device management through patching, access controls, endpoint protection, encryption guidance, monitoring, and policy alignment.

This layered approach reduces risk without relying on scare tactics. It helps your organization improve control, support audit readiness, and protect users while keeping security practical for daily operations.

Our Elite Partners

Measured Results From Proactive Endpoint Management

72%

Manufacturers Implementing Industry 4.0 And Smart Factory Initiatives

55%

Construction Companies Using AI

79%

Builders Using Software To Gather And Handle Data

Turn Endpoints Into Reliable Business Tools

Laptops and desktops are more than employee equipment. They are the daily connection point between your people, applications, data, and customers. When devices are inconsistent, unsupported, or poorly secured, productivity suffers and IT costs become harder to predict.

Thriveon brings endpoint strategy into the larger IT roadmap. Device standards, lifecycle planning, procurement guidance, security controls, patching, and support are managed as part of a proactive rather than reactive IT model. The result is a cleaner user experience, fewer recurring problems, and clearer visibility into when equipment should be replaced, upgraded, or retired.

Build a More Predictable Endpoint Environment

A strong laptop and desktop program gives leadership more control over cost, risk, and user productivity. Thriveon applies a standards-based methodology so every device decision supports security, performance, and long-term business needs.

Documented laptop and desktop standards for consistent performance
Lifecycle planning for replacements, warranties, and budgeting
Procurement guidance to reduce waste and avoid mismatched hardware
Endpoint protection, patching, and monitoring built into daily management
Support processes that help employees get productive faster

This approach reduces surprises and gives your team technology that is easier to manage, support, and scale.

Support Employees With Fewer Interruptions

Endpoint management should not stop after a laptop or desktop is deployed. Thriveon monitors, documents, secures, and improves the environment over time so small issues are addressed before they become recurring disruptions.

That includes alignment with Microsoft environments, identity and access controls, patch management, hardware health, user support, and clear escalation paths. For leaders, it means better insight into device performance and technology spend. For employees, it means fewer avoidable interruptions and a smoother experience with the tools they rely on every day.

Plan a Better Endpoint Strategy

Gain clearer device planning, stronger security, and fewer recurring issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the laptops and desktops service?

The laptops and desktops service provides end-to-end management of your business endpoints. This includes device standardization, lifecycle planning, procurement guidance, security controls, patching, and ongoing support. Every device is aligned to over 500 proactive IT best practices, ensuring consistent performance, built-in protection, and a clear roadmap for upgrades or replacements.

How will laptops and desktops improve productivity and reduce downtime for my team?

By applying standardized device policies, proactive monitoring, and rapid support response, you benefit from fewer recurring issues and faster resolution. Most device issues are resolved on the first touch and support calls are answered in under one minute, minimizing employee disruptions. This approach has helped clients achieve a 90% reduction in IT problems and save over 250 hours per user annually.

What is the process for onboarding new laptops and desktops for employees?

The onboarding process uses documented workflows to ensure each new device is configured with the right security controls, software, and access tailored to your business needs. Devices are set up according to company standards, with automated deployment for applications and user profiles. This streamlines employee onboarding and ensures every endpoint is ready for productive work from day one.

How are laptops and desktops priced and what does the budgeting process look like?

Pricing for laptops and desktops is based on the number of computer users and the specific needs of your business. Transparent budgeting and lifecycle planning are provided, so you have clear visibility into device costs, warranties, and replacement schedules. This helps control endpoint spend and eliminates surprises, often reducing total IT costs compared to managing devices internally.

What makes this laptops and desktops service different from other providers?

This service goes beyond basic device management by embedding endpoint strategy into your overall IT roadmap, led by executive-level technology guidance. You receive proactive audits, alignment to over 500 best practices, and integration with cybersecurity, compliance, and business applications. Support is outcome-driven, with a 98-99% client satisfaction rate and a focus on measurable business value, not just fixing devices when they break.