Frequently Asked Questions
Local, responsive business IT support and security.
About Accent Consulting
Accent Consulting is a privately owned, Indiana-based business IT company. We help small and mid-sized businesses improve support, strengthen security, reduce risk and align technology with long-term business goals through managed IT, cybersecurity, compliance, cloud services and strategic consulting.
Accent Consulting is based in Indiana and serves businesses throughout the state, including the Lafayette (Headquarters) and Fort Wayne areas. We provide both remote and on-site support depending on client needs and service scope.
Today, Accent supports clients across North America in more than 20 US states, as well as international operations in Europe.
Accent Consulting has served Indiana businesses since 2002. With more than 20 years of experience, we’ve built a strong reputation for responsive support, practical guidance and long-term client relationships.
Accent Consulting combines local accountability, long-term stability, broad technical expertise and industry-specific experience. We focus on practical outcomes like better uptime, stronger security, clearer planning and support that align with how your business operates.
If you are interested in joining Accent Consulting, please visit our Careers page for current opportunities. We are always interested in hearing from talented professionals who are passionate about helping businesses use technology more effectively.
Services & Solutions
Accent Consulting provides a broad range of business IT services including managed IT services, co-managed IT support, cybersecurity, compliance support, cloud solutions, Microsoft 365 management, IT projects, backup and disaster recovery, AI and data intelligence and strategic IT consulting.
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Yes. Microsoft 365 management is a core part of our service offering. We help businesses with deployment, migration, user administration, security configuration, backup planning and ongoing support for tools like Exchange Online, Teams and SharePoint.
Yes. Accent Consulting offers co-managed IT services for businesses that already have internal IT staff but need additional expertise, tools, support or project help. We can act as an extension of your internal team without replacing it.
Yes. Accent Consulting offers comprehensive technology assessments that evaluate your current environment, identify vulnerabilities and operational gaps and provide practical recommendations with clear next steps, timelines and strategic guidance.
Yes. Accent Consulting helps businesses design and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions that improve resilience and reduce downtime. We focus on reliable backups, recovery testing and planning that supports business continuity.
Support & Customer Service
Accent Consulting provides proactive IT support. Instead of only reacting after something breaks, we continuously monitor systems, apply patches and updates, identify risks early and work to resolve issues before they disrupt your business.
Yes. Accent Consulting provides after-hours and emergency support for managed clients when urgent issues arise outside normal business hours. This helps ensure critical issues can be addressed quickly when immediate attention is needed.
You can contact Accent Consulting through our website, by phone, or by submitting a form through our contact page. Our team will respond to learning more about your needs and help guide you to the right next step.
Yes. Accent Consulting works alongside internal IT teams through co-managed IT services. We can help with overflow support, cybersecurity, project execution, after-hours coverage, strategic guidance and specialized technical expertise.
Yes. Accent Consulting supports businesses across the U.S., not just one city or region. We work with organizations in the Northeast, Midwest, South and West across a wide range of industries.
Industries We Serve
Accent Consulting serves a range of industries across Indiana, including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, professional services, financial services, logistics, nonprofits and education. We tailor our support to each industry’s operational needs, software requirements and security expectations.
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Yes. Accent Consulting specializes in healthcare IT with strong HIPAA experience. We support medical practices, healthcare administrators and related organizations with compliance assessments, secure system design, ongoing monitoring and practical IT support that helps protect patient data.
Yes. Accent Consulting provides IT services designed for construction and field service businesses. We understand job site connectivity, mobile workforce support, secure remote access and the operational demands of project-based environments.
Yes. Accent Consulting supports accounting firms and other professional services organizations that rely on secure client portals, accounting platforms, encrypted communications, and confidentiality-focused workflows.
Yes. Accent Consulting supports farms and agribusinesses with technology solutions built for agriculture, including precision agriculture support, secure connectivity, IoT device management and technology planning for multi-site agricultural operations.
Security & Compliance
Yes. Cybersecurity is a core part of Accent Consulting’s service offering. We help businesses strengthen security through risk assessments, endpoint protection, email security, backup planning, employee training, monitoring and incident response preparation.
Yes. Accent Consulting provides incident response planning as part of our cybersecurity services. We help businesses create documented procedures for detecting, responding to and recovering from security incidents to reduce damage and recovery time.
Yes. Accent Consulting helps businesses design backup and disaster recovery strategies that protect against ransomware and other disruptions. This may include secure backup architecture, recovery planning, regular testing and documented recovery procedures.
Yes. Accent Consulting helps businesses support CMMC and other government contractor security requirements. We assist with gap identification, technical safeguards, documentation support and planning to strengthen security and improve compliance readiness.
Yes. Accent Consulting helps businesses prepare for cyber insurance requirements by identifying security gaps, improving controls, strengthening documentation and addressing common insurer expectations such as MFA, backup validation, endpoint protection and user awareness training.
Yes. Accent Consulting offers security awareness training as part of our cybersecurity services. We help employees recognize phishing, social engineering, credential risks and other common threats that often lead to security incidents.
Getting Started
Accent Consulting follows a structured onboarding and transition process designed to reduce risk and minimize disruption. We coordinate with your current provider, document your environment, transition systems carefully, validate backups, and help ensure business continuity throughout the switch.
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Accent Consulting offers technology and security assessments to help businesses better understand their current environment, identify vulnerabilities and uncover opportunities for improvement. Contact our team to learn what assessment options may be available for your organization.
The best place to start is with a conversation about your current environment, pain points, goals, and risk areas. From there, Accent Consulting can recommend the services, support structure, and next steps that best fit your business.
A technology assessment typically includes a review of your current systems, infrastructure, security posture, backup processes, support model, and business priorities. The goal is to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities, then turn those findings into a practical roadmap.
Getting started is simple. Reach out through our website, by phone, or through a contact form to schedule a conversation. We’ll learn more about your environment, discuss your goals, and help determine the best next step for your business.