We're not the right fit for everyone.
That's a feature, not a bug.
Ask Erik works best with established local businesses that value professional IT as a long-term investment. If you're looking for the cheapest option or a one-time repair, we're not the right call.
We're a great fit if…
We're probably not if…
Specialized experience where it matters.
Dental & Medical Practices
HIPAA compliance, practice management software integration, reliable clinical systems, and patient data security. We understand the specific technology requirements for healthcare environments.
- HIPAA security rule implementation
- Practice management software support
- PHI encryption and access controls
- Business Associate Agreements
Law Firms
Client confidentiality, document security, and the reliability that billable-hour businesses depend on. We work with solo practitioners up to mid-size firms.
- Document management systems
- Secure remote access
- Client data protection
- Reliable uptime for billing-critical systems
Professional Services
Accounting, financial services, consulting, and other knowledge-work businesses where data is the asset and downtime costs real money.
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Secure file sharing
- Technology planning and budgeting
- Staff onboarding/offboarding
Established Local Businesses
Any established Lane County business with 10–75 users that needs a professional IT partner — not a break/fix vendor who shows up when things are already broken.
- Proactive monitoring and maintenance
- Helpdesk for your team
- Technology roadmapping
- Vendor management
Questions about whether we're a fit
What size of business does Ask Erik work with?
We work best with established businesses that have 10–75 users. That's the range where professional, proactive IT makes the biggest difference — and where we can deliver the most value as a long-term partner.
Do you work with dental and medical practices?
Yes — healthcare is one of our core specialties. We support HIPAA Security Rule implementation, practice management software, PHI encryption and access controls, and Business Associate Agreements for dental, medical, and healthcare-adjacent practices.
I just need a one-time computer repair. Can you help?
Probably not — we're not a break/fix shop. Ask Erik is built around ongoing managed IT partnerships for established businesses, not one-off repairs or home users. If that's what you need, we're happy to point you toward a better fit.
What if I'm not sure whether Ask Erik is the right fit?
Book a free 30-minute IT Assessment. We'll have an honest conversation about your business and your technology needs, and tell you straight whether we're the right partner — or who might be a better one if we're not.
Do you work with startups or single-person businesses?
Generally not yet. We're built for teams — established businesses with 10–75 users that have ongoing IT needs and compliance requirements. Startups and solo operations are usually a better fit for us once they've grown into that range.
Not sure if you're a fit?
A 30-minute IT Assessment is a low-commitment way to find out. We'll tell you honestly whether we're the right partner for your situation — or who might be a better fit.
Book a Free Assessment