Choosing an IT service provider for startups and SMEs means saving time, reducing downtime and accelerating growth. From network and Wi-Fi to cybersecurity, collaboration tools and fleet management, the goal is to deliver an IT infrastructure that is reliable, scalable and secure without wasting weeks.
This is exactly what a specialized team has been doing for over 15 years, supporting fast-growing organizations with strong references and trusted brands.
Why a startup-focused IT service provider makes the difference
Startups move fast: rapid hiring, opening new offices, hybrid work setups, multiple SaaS tools, and constant growth. An IT service provider for startups understands this pace and anticipates needs: scalable networks and Wi-Fi, secure access, seamless employee onboarding, collaborative tools, proactive monitoring and predictable costs.
The double objective: remove IT friction that slows down business and set standards that allow teams to be productive anywhere.
The pillars of successful IT support
- Enterprise networks and Wi-Fi – VLANs, QoS, redundant uplinks, roaming stability, security by design.
- Pragmatic cybersecurity – Next-gen firewalls, Zero Trust, MFA, backups, DRP, vulnerability management.
- Collaboration tools – Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace deployment and governance, videoconferencing, file sharing, SSO.
- Fleet management – MDM/EMM, standardized and hardened devices, encryption, updates and monitoring.
- Support and managed services – Reactive helpdesk, preventive maintenance, proactive monitoring, SLA indicators.
- Scalability – Architectures ready to grow: multi-sites, remote work, subsidiaries, partners and contractors.
Case studies and references: what startups expect
Startups and SMEs expect tangible results: Wi-Fi that holds up under load, fast deployments, security by default, ready-to-use devices, and support that solves.
A provider becomes a partner when it can consistently deliver. Typical projects include: complete network redesign for a scale-up doubling headcount, collaborative tool migration with SSO and MFA, Wi-Fi redesign for high-density open spaces, secure guest and IoT access, and tested disaster recovery plans.
Trusted brands and technologies
Working with recognized brands prevents unpleasant surprises and ensures vendor support.
In networking and security, cloud-managed solutions like Cisco Meraki simplify operations: end-to-end visibility, consistent policies, rapid deployments, integrated SD-WAN and cameras.
On the collaboration side, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace integrate with MDM, SSO and MFA to streamline workflows.
BoucheCousue: the team behind the service
Behind this approach is BoucheCousue, a Paris-based team – created by Gonzague Dambricourt and later joined by Baptiste Franchina – that has been designing and managing IT networks and providing managed services for startups and SMEs for over 15 years.
Their mission: make IT invisible day-to-day, reliable during peak activity and predictable in costs and timelines.
The company is used to hyper-growth environments and delivers hands-on support with an operational excellence mindset.
References: startups and SMEs
Highlighted projects include: Meero (high-performance Cisco Meraki network), Datadog (network equipment supply), Dataiku (network deployment), Ornikar (scalable network design and setup), Everoad (network and Wi-Fi redesign), COUP (network and device supply), Legalstart (network overhaul).
Not to mention Morning, PayFit, Welcome To The Jungle, AgoraPulse, Qonto, Swile, Neoplants, Devialet, Aircall..
These collaborations demonstrate expertise in demanding, fast-evolving contexts.
Method, quality and governance
- Scoping – Quick audit, risk mapping, action plan, resilient technology choices.
- Delivery – Standardized deployments, clear documentation, knowledge transfer.
- Run – Proactive monitoring, periodic reviews, KPIs and continuous improvement.
- Security – Network hardening, access policies, encryption, backups, restoration tests, GDPR compliance.
- Cost control – Transparent pricing, clear TCO, scalable options.
Technical focus: Wi-Fi designed for density
In open spaces, meeting rooms and event areas, density is the challenge.
A robust Wi-Fi design considers VLANs, roaming, radio planning, PoE budgets, channel allocation, QoS.
Cloud-managed networks bring visibility: track user experience, mitigate interference, isolate guests, prioritize video calls, monitor uplinks. Result: Wi-Fi that holds up, even as teams and devices scale.
Cybersecurity that protects without blocking
Security should empower, not hinder. Key components: MFA, SSO, next-gen firewalls, DNS filtering, EDR, patch management, segmentation, encryption, logging and disaster recovery. Policies are standardized, contextual and documented.
Backups are regularly tested. The goal: reduced risk and resilience.
Collaboration, MDM and employee experience
Onboarding in 30 minutes, ready-to-use devices, automatic access, security by default: this is the promise of MDM and centralized identity. Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace deliver mail, storage, conferencing and co-editing. Cloud telephony integrates into daily tools. The result: a seamless employee experience that scales.
Why choose BoucheCousue as an IT service provider for startups
- Proven experience – 15 years serving startups and SMEs with networks, security and collaboration projects.
- Demanding references – High-growth startups, international scale-ups, multi-site environments.
- Trusted brands – Cisco Meraki for cloud-managed networking, integrated SD-WAN, security and cameras.
- Method and governance – Transparency, documentation, knowledge transfer, continuous improvement.
- Proximity – Based in Paris, supporting companies across France with rapid response.
FAQ – IT service providers for startups and SMEs
- Why choose a startup-focused IT service provider instead of a generalist?
Because they know the pace of growth, Wi-Fi density needs, budget constraints and automation requirements. - Which network brands are best for startups?
Cloud-managed solutions like Cisco Meraki for visibility, policy consistency and fast rollouts. - How to secure without slowing down?
Zero Trust, MFA, SSO, segmentation, EDR and tested backups. Security supports business, not blocks it. - Can you scale without full redesign?
Yes, if architecture is sound from the start: VLANs, reusable policies, Wi-Fi design, SD-WAN, monitoring. - Which KPIs matter in IT operations?
Availability, tickets solved, Wi-Fi performance, latency, security events, compliance, user satisfaction. - What are response times?
Immediate remote support and on-site interventions depending on urgency, with SLA commitments. - What are key references?
Projects for Meero, Datadog, Dataiku, Ornikar, Everoad, COUP, Legalstart. - How to scope a first project?
Quick audit, mapping, prioritization, technology selection, deployment plan and shared roadmap. - Can multi-sites or subsidiaries be supported?
Yes, through coherent topologies, SD-WAN, centralized policies and unified inventory. - Where does the team operate?
Based in Paris, operating across France.
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