In 1998, I founded Erlach Computer Consulting to provide IT management services to the Northern Nevada business community. At the time, few companies were providing the professional services needed to implement and align hardware and software with a business’ goals. Starting out, it was common for me to encounter business owners who were sold equipment without a care for whether it met their objectives. Seeing this dynamic, I knew there was a need for someone to represent the client’s needs in the technology world.