Case Study: On-Premises IT Support for a Steel Manufacturer
January 26, 2026
Challenge: A new employee required a fully configured workstation with secure access and integrated peripherals to begin productive work immediately.
Husteel USA, a steel manufacturing company in Houston, needed a complete IT onboarding setup for a new hire. The employee required a properly configured computer, network-connected printing and scanning capabilities, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to securely access company systems. Without proper setup, the employee would face delays in completing essential job tasks.
Solution: Allierad IT Solutions delivered end-to-end onboarding, including workstation setup, peripheral configuration, and security deployment.
New User Workstation Setup
- Prepared and configured a new computer with required business applications.
- Ensured the workstation had full network access and proper profile setup.
Printer and Scanner Integration
- Connected the workstation to network printers and scanners.
- Verified that printing and scanning functions worked seamlessly.
Security Configuration
- Enabled and configured Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for secure user access.
- Ensured compliance with company security policies and protected system access.
Technology Implemented
- Security: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
- Hardware: Network printer and scanner integration.
- Services: IT onboarding, workstation setup, security configuration, peripheral setup.
Expected Results
The new employee began work with a fully functioning, secure workstation—no delays, no productivity loss. Properly configured printing, scanning, and MFA ensured the user could immediately perform all required duties efficiently and securely. The streamlined onboarding process helped the company reduce downtime and maintain strong IT security standards.
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