Windows Small Business Server 2008, from Microsoft, is a complete business server solution that's been specially designed and priced for small businesses.

Small Business Server combines the same Microsoft technologies that larger companies use for email, Internet connectivity, internal websites/intranets, remote access, mobile device support, file and printer sharing, backup and restore, and more ... and provides them at a small business price.

• Central Data Storage and Backup
  Storing files on a server—rather than on individual computer hard disk drives—reduces the need for employees to back up files on individual computers. With a peer-to-peer network, if an employee’s computer crashes and files are lost, it can take days to reconstruct the system and months to re-create the lost work. Maintaining control of document versions can also be a challenging, time-consuming task that can result in wasted time and a hit to your company’s credibility if the wrong version of a document is released.
• Improved Team Performance
  With a client/server network, servers can be configured for centralized data storage, which makes it much easier for coworkers to access documents and work together on projects. Small Business Server includes technology to deliver a preconfigured internal Web site, or “intranet,” where you and your employees can store, update, and share all your vital business information, such as customer contacts, financial records, and e-mail, in one central location. Finally, servers make it possible to use many server-based business applications, such as accounting, business planning, and contact management software, which share a centralized database so that all employees can work from the same information. Small Business Server Premium Edition comes with a powerful, integrated data management and reporting solution that easily supports your company’s business applications.
• Security
  Servers can enhance security and give you peace of mind that your data is backed up and protected. Small Business Server has built-in data protection and disaster recovery capabilities, and optional antispam and antivirus protection for enhanced security. In addition, Small Business Server provides security settings to let you establish different access levels for the different employees, that access your network.
• E-Mail and Calendars
  While it is possible to outsource your e-mail to an Internet service provider (ISP), there are significant advantages to hosting your own e-mail system. Having an in-house e-mail system brings an element of professionalism and sophistication to your company communications while improving efficiency and organization. Hosting your own system allows you to:
  • Create, manage and remove accounts and addresses as needed.
  • Create multiple, customer-focused mail addresses such as sales@yourbusinessname.com, which can be delivered to the appropriate person’s e-mail inbox or distributed to a group of people.
  Small Business Server has an integrated, easy-to-use e-mail system that is reliable and will grow with your business. Microsoft Exchange Server technology, a streamlined e-mail system, is part of Small Business Server, giving your business a professional e-mail presence and offering your employees a way to access their e-mail on the Web, or on their mobile devices.
• Internal Company Web Site
  An intranet is a Web site that is accessible only to authorized users within a network. A company intranet typically contains shared business documents such as contracts, product and price lists, budgets, and marketing materials. Intranets can increase employee productivity by giving individuals the ability to store and easily access files, applications, or internal information. Intranets are a powerful way for employees to work together. Small Business Server comes with a built-in intranet.
• Network Administration
  Small Business Server has been designed to be simple and cost effective to administer, helping your IT consultant to support you with quicker responses and lower costs.
• Growth
  Small Business Server can grow with your business, keeping pace with your changing demands. Because your data is managed from a central location, adding new computers and applications is a straightforward task. Small Business Server provides a “technology building block” so you can install additional servers as your needs change. And if you outgrow the 75 user/ device limit of Small Business Server, you can migrate easily to full standalone Microsoft server products and protect your initial investment.

Different companies have different needs, but Small Business Server from Microsoft is almost always the ideal server solution for most small businesses. We'd be happy to discuss your needs, explain your options, and design a Small Business Server solution that's right for your business.

Please contact us to find out how Small Business Server can help your business.