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01 Run

We become your IT department and own the day-to-day.

›Managed IT Your whole environment, owned ›Managed Devices Endpoints, patched & tracked ›Microsoft 365 The workplace, managed ›Cloud & Azure Networks, Wi-Fi, voice
02 Protect

Security operations you can verify, and show.

›24-Hour CyberSOC Security ops that don't clock off ›Compliance Reviews Aligned to Essential 8 & ISO ›Backup & Recovery Provably restorable ›Identity & Email MFA enforced, threats stopped
03 Improve

Honest strategy and predictable budgets.

›IT Advisory & vCIO Honest, predictable plans ›AI & Copilot Where it genuinely helps ›Compliance & Governance Audit-ready evidence ›Projects & Consulting Build what you can't buy
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Professional Services

Firms that run on trust, time and confidential data.

›Accounting Ledgers & client data ›Legal Privilege & matter files ›Business Advisory Plans & reporting ›Mortgage & Finance Loan files & AML/CFT ›Insurance Claims & client records ›Insurance Brokers Cover & premiums
Built & Made

Site, studio and floor, where uptime is the product.

›Construction Sites & project files ›Architecture Drawings & large models ›Quantity Surveyors Cost data & big files ›Manufacturing Floor & ERP uptime ›Healthcare Patient data & privacy
Trade & Technology

Fast-moving operations that can't carry downtime.

›Logistics Fleet, orders & tracking ›Retail & Wholesale POS & storefronts ›Technology Cloud-native teams ›Distribution Inventory & systems
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Guides & Frameworks

Plain-English playbooks for the controls that matter.

›Essential Eight ASD's eight, explained ›DIY Cybersecurity Lock down the basics ›Cyber Standards Guide ISO, SMB1001 & more ›M365 Selection Guide Pick the right licences
Tools & Assessments

Self-serve checks that map where you stand.

›Security Assessment Score your posture ›Network Assessment Find the weak spots ›M365 Security Checklist Find the gaps ›Cyber Insurance Readiness Be claim-ready
Reading & Learning

Get more from the tools you already pay for.

›SME Tech Outlook 2026 Where NZ tech heads next ›Copilot Learning Hands-on with Copilot ›FAQ Straight answers ›CEO's Blog Plain-English views
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The Firm

A senior team with the skills and scale for any project.

›About Belton Who we are, plainly ›How We Work Our delivery process ›Who We Work With The fit we look for ›Leadership Jason & Amy Agnew + team
Proof & Partners

The evidence behind the claims, and ways to build with us.

›Case Studies Real outcomes, named ›Accreditations The proof behind the practice ›Industries Sector-specialised ›White-label / Partners Our bench, your brand
Connect

Real people, fast, no ticket-queue runaround.

›Contact Us Talk to a human, today ›Book a Session A 90-minute discovery ›Find Us Newmarket, Auckland ›Remote Support Get help now
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IT that works across every location.

One platform. Consistent security. No complexity. Built for franchise businesses that need reliability without the overhead of an internal IT team.

$159per hour, no lock-in $12per device monitoring 24·7automated patching Nationwideremote support
The challenge
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Consistency across the network.

The problem

Running a franchise means juggling multiple locations, different staff, and the constant pressure to keep things consistent. Your IT should make that easier, not harder.

We set franchise businesses up with Microsoft 365 Business Premium as the core platform and SentinelOne for endpoint protection. Together, they give every location the same tools, the same security posture, and the same experience, whether you have two sites or twenty.

You get enterprise-grade collaboration and security without enterprise complexity. And when you need help, our team is a phone call away at $159 per hour plus GST, no retainer, no lock-in.

Your platform
§02

The technology stack.

Two products, complete coverage
Recommended
Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Your entire workplace in one licence: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint across desktop and web; Teams for calls, chat and video; OneDrive with 1TB per person; SharePoint for shared files; Microsoft Forms; Intune device management across all locations; Conditional Access; Defender for Office 365; Azure Information Protection; and Windows Autopilot for zero-touch device setup.
Endpoint protection
SentinelOne
AI-powered endpoint protection: autonomous threat detection and response, real-time EDR, ransomware rollback to undo damage automatically, behavioural analysis that catches zero-day threats, cross-platform cover for Windows, Mac and Linux, top scores in independent MITRE ATT&CK evaluations, a lightweight agent with no performance impact, and fully managed by Belton so you never touch it.
Collaboration
§03

Every tool your franchise needs, built in.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Business Premium is not just email. It is the operating system for your entire franchise.

01 / Storage
OneDrive
Every team member gets 1TB of secure cloud storage. Files sync across devices and are accessible from any location. No more USB drives or emailing documents to yourself.
02 / One source of truth
SharePoint
A shared document library for the whole franchise. Operations manuals, training materials, pricing sheets, one source of truth that every location can access.
03 / Communications
Microsoft Teams
Chat, video calls and phone calls in one app. Create channels per location or department. Share updates instantly without drowning in email chains.
04 / Data capture
Microsoft Forms
Build customer feedback surveys, franchise compliance checklists, order forms and staff quizzes. Responses flow into Excel automatically for easy analysis.
05 / Email
Exchange Online
Professional email with your franchise domain. Shared mailboxes for info@, support@ and bookings@. A 50GB mailbox per person with enterprise-grade spam filtering.
06 / Provisioning
Windows Autopilot
New staff member at a new site? Ship them a laptop, they sign in, and it configures itself. Apps, security policies and settings deployed automatically. No technician visit needed.
Security
§04

Layer on security that actually matters.

People & data

The biggest risk to any franchise is not a sophisticated cyber attack, it is a staff member clicking a phishing link. Our security bundles tackle that head-on with training, email protection and monitoring. We recommend the Essential bundle as a starting point, with Premium available for franchises that want always-on protection.

And do not forget backup. Microsoft 365 does not fully back up your data by default. We add Microsoft 365 backup to protect your email, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams data, so if something gets deleted, encrypted or corrupted, you can restore it.

Essential Security Bundle
People-layer protection
Per user per month, added to your M365 licence: security awareness training for all staff, simulated phishing campaigns, advanced antispam and anti-spoofing, email filtering and threat blocking, dark web monitoring for compromised credentials, and monthly security reports.
Premium Security Bundle
Always-on protection
Everything in Essential, plus a 24/7 Security Operations Centre, annual penetration testing, and proactive threat hunting and response.

Microsoft 365 Backup is recommended for all franchises. It protects your email, OneDrive files, SharePoint sites and Teams data with independent backup and point-in-time recovery. If a staff member accidentally deletes a folder, or ransomware encrypts your files, you can restore everything quickly.

Pricing
§05

Simple, transparent pricing.

Pick what you need

No bundles of bundles. No hidden fees. Pick what you need.

$12 per device / month + GST
Remote Monitoring & Patching
Fully automated. Every device across every location is monitored 24/7. Windows updates, third-party patches and hardware health alerts, handled without you lifting a finger. Includes 24/7 automated monitoring, Windows and third-party patching, hardware health alerts, and monthly device reports.
Add-on per user / month + GST
Remote Helpdesk
Unlimited remote helpdesk support for your team. Staff call or email when they need help, and our service desk handles it. Ideal for franchises that want included support without per-hour billing. Includes unlimited phone and remote support, a dedicated service desk team, user onboarding and offboarding, and password resets and account management.
$159 per hour + GST
On-Demand IT Support
Prefer to pay as you go? Call us when you need help. Remote support for any issue, any device, any location. No retainer, no minimum spend, no contract. Phone and remote support, fast response times, no lock-in, nationwide coverage.
Custom for larger networks
vCIO & Strategic Advisory
For franchise networks that need more than reactive support. A dedicated virtual CIO to guide your technology strategy, expansion planning, vendor management and long-term IT roadmaps. Available for franchises with 5+ locations or 50+ staff. Quarterly strategy sessions, technology roadmap, vendor management, budget planning, staff training programmes and expansion support.
Why Belton
§06

Peace of mind, built in.

You run the franchise, we run the IT
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Support on the road
Your team works across locations. Our remote support works wherever they are, no site visit required.
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Staff training
New hire? We help them get set up and confident with the tools. Security awareness training keeps everyone sharp.
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Consistent security
Every location gets the same security policies, the same protections and the same monitoring. No weak links.
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Grow without worry
Opening a new location? Add licences, ship laptops, and the tech configures itself. Scale up in days, not weeks.
Questions
§07

Common questions.

Franchise IT

We recommend Microsoft 365 Business Premium. It includes the full Office suite, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Exchange, plus advanced security features like Intune device management, Conditional Access and Defender for Office 365, all in one licence. It is the best value for businesses that need both productivity and security.

No. Our franchise IT support is available on-demand at $159 per hour plus GST. You only pay when you need us. There is no lock-in contract, retainer or minimum spend required. The monitoring and patching plan is month-to-month.

The Remote Monitoring and Patching plan includes 24/7 automated monitoring of device health, automated Windows and third-party patching, proactive alerting for hardware issues, and monthly device health reports. It is fully automated, with no manual intervention needed from your side.

Absolutely. Microsoft 365 is cloud-based, so it works seamlessly across all locations. Our monitoring covers devices anywhere in New Zealand, and our remote support is available nationwide. For larger franchise networks, we offer vCIO services to help with strategic IT planning across all sites.

We can work with your existing licences. If you are on a lower tier like Business Basic or Standard, we can help upgrade to Business Premium. If you are already on Premium, we will layer SentinelOne and our Essential Security Bundle on top of what you have.

With Windows Autopilot and Intune, a new laptop arrives, the staff member signs in with their Microsoft account, and the device configures itself, apps, security policies, email, everything. No technician visit needed. We can also provide onboarding training to get them confident with the tools.

IT across every
location, sorted.

Tell us about your franchise and we will put together a tailored recommendation. No obligation, no pressure. Or book a discovery and security session and we will map your environment.

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