Lack of In-House IT in Architecture Firms

Architects design beautiful spaces that shape our communities and the way we live.

What they shouldn’t have to do?

Wrestle the plotter when it refuses to print the final set of drawings.

Illustration of a frustrated office professional at a desk, symbolizing the strain teams face when a lack of in-house IT forces staff to manage technology issues themselves.

In many small- to mid-sized architecture firms, a lack of in-house IT support is simply part of how the firm is structured.

Instead, the office manager, a partner, or the “tech-savvy” designer becomes the go-to for every slow computer, printer jam, or software crash.

This “accidental IT admin” role often fills the gap created by a lack of in-house IT — but it comes at a cost bigger than most firms realize.

• Downtime costs between $137 and $427 per minute for small businesses, translating to roughly $8,200–$25,600 per hour — a hit that can derail project budgets fast.

• Slow systems drain billable hours – CAD and BIM files can be massive. Delays in opening, saving, or rendering can eat up dozens of hours every month.

• Backups fail quietly – Without proactive testing, backups can be months out of date or unusable when disaster strikes.

Illustration of a professional carrying a large dollar bill, representing the financial impact of downtime and operational risk caused by a lack of in-house IT.

Illustration of a professional being targeted by digital phishing elements, highlighting cybersecurity risks architecture firms face without proactive IT support.

Cyber threats are rising – 59% of architects, engineers, and contractors experienced a cybersecurity threat in the past two years.

Email is a prime attack vector – Phishing, BEC scams, and ransomware increasingly target architecture firms’ client data and finances.

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Why Architecture IT Needs to Be Proactive

• Large, complex design files – AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM files require fast, reliable storage and robust network speeds to prevent workflow bottlenecks.

• Non-negotiable deadlines – Project schedules leave no room for outages or multi-day fixes.

• Strict confidentiality – Client data and proprietary designs must remain secure against internal errors and external threats.

The Payoff of Proactive IT for Architects

• More billable hours – Reduced downtime means your team works on client projects, not tech issues.

• Fewer project delays – Technology stops being the reason a deadline slips.

• Protected reputation – Clients trust that their data and designs are secure.

• Peace of mind – Your team can focus on design, knowing the tech just works.

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We specialize in supporting architecture firms so they can stay focused on creativity — not firefighting IT problems.

Where InfiNet Comes In

• Cybersecurity without disruption – From phishing protection to endpoint defense, we secure your data without slowing your design tools.

• Performance tuning for design software – We optimize servers, storage, and networks so AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and rendering tools run smoothly.

Illustration of secure servers, encrypted files, and protected systems, representing how InfiNet provides architecture IT support with cybersecurity and performance optimization without disrupting design workflows.

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• Proactive maintenance – We detect and resolve issues before they cause downtime.

• Secure, reliable backups – We implement monitored, tested backup solutions so files are always recoverable.

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We keep architecture firms technology-ready, resilient, and responsive — so your team can focus on creating exceptional spaces.

Let’s make your next project defined by design excellence, not IT downtime.