IT Consulting & vCIO Services in Vancouver
Technology decisions are business decisions. Glimpse Networks provides Vancouver businesses with virtual CIO (vCIO) and IT consulting services — executive-level technology leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire.
We translate business goals into a practical technology roadmap: what to invest in, what to retire, what risks to close, and what it will all cost — then we help you execute it.
Consulting services we offer
Technology roadmaps
A 12–36 month plan covering infrastructure, security, cloud, and applications — sequenced and prioritized with your leadership team.
IT budgeting & forecasting
Predictable technology budgets with hardware refresh cycles and licensing planned years ahead — no surprise capital hits.
Security & risk assessments
Practical assessments of your security posture against frameworks like CIS Controls, with a prioritized remediation plan.
Cloud & digital transformation strategy
Honest guidance on cloud adoption, automation, and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot — grounded in ROI, not hype.
Project management
Office moves, ERP rollouts, migrations, and system implementations delivered on time by people who've done it before.
Compliance guidance
Support meeting PIPEDA, BC PIPA, and industry-specific requirements — including the documentation to prove it.
IT Consulting & vCIO: frequently asked questions
What is a vCIO?
A virtual chief information officer gives you the strategy, budgeting, and vendor oversight of an executive IT leader on a part-time basis. You get quarterly business reviews, a living technology roadmap, and a seat at your leadership table — without a six-figure salary.
We're not sure what our IT problems are. Where do we start?
Start with our free IT assessment. We review your infrastructure, security, backups, and costs, then give you a plain-English report of what's solid, what's risky, and what we'd fix first — useful whether or not you hire us.
Do you only consult for companies you also manage?
No. While most consulting clients use our managed services, we also take standalone engagements like security assessments, cloud strategy, and project leadership.
Can you help us evaluate software vendors?
Yes. We regularly run vendor selections for line-of-business software, phone systems, and internet services — defining requirements, comparing options, and negotiating from experience with what these things should cost.
Related services
Managed IT Services
Complete, flat-rate IT management: proactive monitoring, patching, helpdesk, security, and strategy — so your team can focus on the business.
Learn moreCloud Services
Cloud strategy, Azure migrations, and hybrid cloud management — retire aging servers and pay only for what you use.
Learn moreCybersecurity
Sophos-powered protection: managed detection & response, endpoint and email security, firewalls, and employee security training.
Learn moreGet your free IT assessment
We'll review your infrastructure, security, and backups — then give you a plain-English report of what's solid and what's at risk. No cost, no obligation.