Maritime & Industrial IT Services

Proactive IT leadership for complex operations.

500+ best practices help prevent issues before they disrupt work.

Fractional CIO guidance ties budgets to measurable business priorities.

Layered controls and 24×7 SOC monitoring reduce operational risk.

Calls are answered in under 1 minute with 70% first-touch resolution.

Application strategy improves data quality and workflow efficiency.

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Our Clients

Trusted IT Leadership for Complex Operations

See how disciplined technology management helps leaders reduce risk and improve performance.

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

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 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 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

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

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

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

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 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

Industrial IT Results Built on Proactive Standards

Fractional CIO Rectifies SOC II Security and Compliance Measures

Distribution Company Reduces IT Costs, Modernizes Systems and Moves Beyond Reactive IT

Fractional CIO Builds Stronger Field-to-Office Alert System for Logistics Firm

Fractional CIO Modernizes an IT Infrastructure and Secures a Financial Consulting Firm from an Attack

Fractional CIO Reduces IT Costs by $200K for Consulting Firm

Law Firm Replaces Internal IT with Fractional CIO to Modernize IT Environment

IT Services Built for Maritime and Industrial Operations

Standards-based operational technology support

IT Roadmap

Executive planning clarity

Maritime and industrial organizations need IT decisions that support uptime, safety, compliance, and growth. Thriveon’s Fractional CIO model brings executive-level leadership into planning, budgeting, and prioritization.

You gain a documented roadmap, technology lifecycle planning, board-ready visibility, and guidance for major initiatives. This turns IT from reactive spending into a structured operating plan tied to measurable business outcomes.

Cybersecurity

Risk reduced with controls

Cybersecurity is built into the operating model, not treated as a separate project. Thriveon uses layered controls such as MFA, endpoint detection and response, SIEM, vulnerability management, encryption, backups, security awareness training, and incident response planning.

With 24×7 SOC monitoring and documented policies, your team can reduce risk, support audit readiness, and improve resilience without relying on fear-based decisions.

Network Reliability

Stable sites and systems

Reliable connectivity is essential across offices, production areas, yards, and remote work locations. Thriveon evaluates core infrastructure against proven standards for firewalls, switches, wireless, servers, endpoints, and cloud platforms.

Proactive monitoring, patching, documentation, and lifecycle management help reduce preventable disruptions. The goal is a stable environment where teams can access the systems and data they need to keep work moving.

Industrial Apps

Better data, less rework

Industrial operations often depend on ERP, maintenance, finance, logistics, and line-of-business applications that must share accurate data. Thriveon helps evaluate, integrate, and optimize these systems so technology supports better decisions and less manual rework.

Application strategy can include workflow improvement, Microsoft 365 enablement, Power BI reporting, Power Automate, cloud adoption, and vendor coordination tied to measurable efficiency gains.

Vendor Management

Less sprawl, clearer spend

Multiple technology vendors can create duplicated tools, unclear ownership, and rising costs. Thriveon provides direct vendor management, licensing review, procurement guidance, and ROI analysis so technology spend is easier to understand and control.

With centralized oversight, leaders gain clearer accountability for software, hardware, internet, cloud, cybersecurity, and business application decisions. This helps reduce waste and keeps investments aligned with the roadmap.

User Support

Faster help, fewer issues

Support is designed to resolve issues quickly while also eliminating the patterns that cause them. Thriveon’s service model includes responsive help desk support, onsite escalation when needed, self-service portal access, status tracking, and continuous improvement.

Calls are answered in under 1 minute, with 70% first-touch resolution and client satisfaction consistently above 98%. Proactive IT management works behind the scenes to reduce recurring tickets over time.

Our Elite Partners

Measurable IT Performance for Industrial Operations

72%

Manufacturers Implementing Industry 4.0 And Smart Factory Initiatives

55%

Construction Companies Using AI

81%

Law Firms Unprepared For Digitization

Reliable IT for High-Demand Operating Environments

Maritime and industrial operations depend on connected systems that support safety, production, logistics, maintenance, and administration. When networks, endpoints, applications, and vendors are managed reactively, small IT issues can become costly operational interruptions.

Thriveon brings executive-level IT strategy, cybersecurity, and proactive IT management into one disciplined model. Your technology environment is assessed against 500+ best practices, documented, improved, and aligned to business goals through a clear roadmap and budget. The result is practical IT leadership that helps reduce risk, increase efficiency, and cut unnecessary cost while giving leaders better visibility into what technology is doing for the business.

A Standards-Based Methodology That Reduces IT Friction

Industrial technology performance improves when the environment is managed as a business system, not a collection of disconnected tools. Thriveon focuses on standards, documentation, accountability, and continuous improvement so technology supports daily work and long-term growth.

Documented IT roadmaps tied to operational goals and capital planning
Network, endpoint, and cloud standards that reduce recurring issues
Cybersecurity controls aligned with business continuity and compliance needs
Vendor coordination that reduces confusion, duplication, and wasted spend
Lifecycle planning for hardware, software, warranties, and critical systems

Executive IT Guidance for Operational Continuity

Maritime and industrial leaders need more than fast troubleshooting. They need clarity on which systems are creating risk, where spending can be optimized, and how technology should support growth, automation, and security.

With Fractional CIO involvement, your IT decisions are connected to leadership priorities through budgeting, roadmap planning, project oversight, and measurable outcomes. Proactive audits identify gaps across environments such as Microsoft 365, Active Directory, firewalls, switches, wireless, servers, and endpoints. Support, cybersecurity, infrastructure, applications, and strategy work together so your teams can operate with fewer disruptions and more confidence in the systems behind the business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in maritime & industrial IT services for my operation?

Maritime & industrial IT services provide a fully integrated solution covering executive-level technology strategy, cybersecurity, proactive IT management, and end-user support. You receive a documented IT roadmap aligned with your business goals, 24×7 security monitoring, application and infrastructure management, vendor coordination, and compliance support. This approach ensures your systems are reliable, secure, and optimized for operational efficiency.

How can maritime & industrial IT services reduce downtime and improve productivity?

By applying over 500 best practices, these services proactively identify and resolve issues before they disrupt your operations. Recurring IT problems are eliminated, resulting in up to 90% fewer support tickets and more predictable system performance. This allows your teams to focus on production and logistics, minimizing costly interruptions and supporting continuous workflow.

What is the process for evaluating and upgrading my current IT environment?

The process begins with a comprehensive assessment of your existing technology against industry standards and operational goals. You receive a detailed roadmap outlining necessary improvements, budgeting guidance, and clear timelines. Ongoing executive oversight ensures each upgrade is aligned with your business priorities and delivers measurable results.

How are costs determined for industrial IT projects and ongoing services?

Costs are based on the number of computer users and the complexity of your environment, using a transparent cost-plus pricing model. This approach often lowers your total IT spend compared to managing internal staff and multiple vendors. You also receive clear budgeting for projects, with defined statements of work and measurable outcomes to ensure there are no surprises.

What makes this maritime & industrial IT partner different from typical IT providers?

You benefit from executive-level IT leadership through a Fractional CIO, not just help desk support. The approach integrates strategy, cybersecurity, compliance, and proactive management into one disciplined system. With documented best practices, rapid response times (calls answered in under 1 minute), and proven industry expertise, your technology investment becomes a business asset, not just an expense.