tech consulting that puts people first
We offer one-on-one technical support and house calls in Amherst, Northampton and surrounding areas within the Pioneer Valley + Berkshires of Massachusetts.
We serve a wide variety of clients worldwide — remotely and cost-effectively via secure screen-sharing and video conferencing.
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Take a short self-assessment of your cyber security skills, along with tips on staying safe online.
Topics include Small Business Security, Online Privacy, Preventing Elder Fraud, and Digital Photo Management
Need a loaner Mac or PC?
Stay productive while yours is in the shop. Also available as a rental option.
“…delivered exactly what I needed just when I needed assistance…pricing was right on target as well…smart, dependable, and easy to deal with…”
— Attorney, Amherst MA (Google review)
"Great for basics and more difficult problems. Have used these guys many, many times - next best thing to in-house IT department.”
— Designer, New York NY
our philosophy
PeopleFirst is a family-owned business based in Amherst, MA. We were founded on the notion that despite today’s advanced technology, people still experience too many pain points in the day to day use of our devices. From security concerns to sluggish computers, we handle a wide variety of issues with an approach that leaves our clients happy.
Instead of tech-speak, we offer a bridge between unintuitive technology — and people simply trying to get their work done. We offer long term, time-saving solutions instead of a patchwork of work-arounds.
According to the FBI, phishing was the most common type of cybercrime in 2020. We emphasize technical and social engineering vulnerabilities in our security consulting to combat phishing and other threats.
A people-based perspective understands that in an online world, productivity, security, and privacy are key drivers of a positive work-life balance. PeopleFirst is about helping our clients make the right choices to achieve their goals. More about us…
Keeping our clients and our team Covid-safe
- We use genuine N95 masks during all client visits
- We offer remote technical support whenever feasible
- Contact us for any Covid-related questions or preferences
Broaden your digital presence
We're helping clients navigate these challenging times.
- Expand your e-commerce opportunities
- Harness the right technologies to adapt your business operations
- Maintain effective employee collaboration and customer communication