SOC 2 Compliant 256-Bit Encryption HIPAA Ready Serving 38 States

Cut IT Support Costs by 60% with Secure Remote Access

Helm & Birch deploys remote desktop and screen sharing solutions built for compliance-driven industries — so your team stays productive without compromising security.

Trusted by teams in: Healthcare | Finance | Legal | Manufacturing
8+

Years in Business

340+

Deployments Completed

99.8%

Uptime Across Clients

60%

Average Cost Reduction

Industry-Specific Remote Access Solutions

Every industry has unique compliance demands. We design remote desktop and support systems from the ground up to meet them.

Healthcare organizations face strict requirements around patient data access. Our remote desktop solutions are built to support HIPAA compliance from day one — including encrypted connections, session logging, and role-based access controls that your compliance officer will appreciate.

  • End-to-end encrypted remote sessions for EHR access
  • Audit-ready session recordings and timestamped logs
  • Multi-factor authentication and automatic session timeouts
  • Business Associate Agreement (BAA) included

Banks, credit unions, and fintech firms need remote access that stands up to regulatory scrutiny. We configure remote control and screen sharing environments that satisfy SEC, FINRA, and PCI DSS requirements — without slowing down your trading desks or customer service teams.

  • PCI DSS-aligned remote access configurations
  • IP whitelisting and geo-fencing for session control
  • Real-time monitoring dashboards for IT administrators
  • Segregated network access for third-party vendors

Law firms and consultancies handle sensitive client information that demands attorney-client privilege protections. Our remote support infrastructure ensures that confidential documents and communications remain secure — whether your attorneys are working from home, in court, or across state lines.

  • Privilege-preserving remote desktop environments
  • Document management system integration
  • Per-matter access controls and permission groups
  • Ethical wall configurations for conflict management

Distributed factories, warehouses, and supply chain operations need remote access that works across variable network conditions. We specialize in configuring remote control and remote support tools that keep your operations running — even on bandwidth-constrained shop floors.

  • Low-bandwidth optimized connections for shop floor terminals
  • Unattended remote access for after-hours maintenance
  • Multi-site management from a centralized IT console
  • SCADA-compatible remote support for industrial systems

Before & After Helm & Birch

See the operational difference our clients experience after we redesign their remote access infrastructure.

Before

  • Average 45-minute wait for remote IT support tickets
  • Inconsistent security policies across branch locations
  • No audit trail for remote sessions — compliance gaps
  • IT staff spending 70% of time on repetitive access requests
  • Multiple fragmented tools with overlapping licenses

After

  • Under 8 minutes average response time for remote support
  • Unified security policy enforced across all endpoints
  • Complete session logging with exportable compliance reports
  • IT team reclaimed 25+ hours per week through automation
  • Single consolidated platform — license costs cut in half

Case Study: Regional Healthcare Network

How a 12-clinic healthcare system in the Southeast transformed its IT operations.

62%

Reduction in IT support costs within the first year

8 min

Average remote support response time (previously 52 min)

Zero

Compliance findings in post-deployment HIPAA audit

The Challenge

Palmetto Health Partners operated 12 clinics across four counties with a lean IT team of just six people. Their remote support setup was a patchwork of consumer-grade screen sharing tools, each clinic running its own configuration. Support tickets piled up, and a surprise HIPAA audit flagged three critical vulnerabilities in their remote access practices.

Our Approach

We conducted a 10-day assessment of their entire infrastructure, then designed a unified remote desktop platform with centralized management. Every connection was encrypted end-to-end, sessions were automatically logged, and role-based permissions ensured that only authorized personnel could access patient-facing systems.

The Result

Within 90 days of deployment, Palmetto Health Partners had eliminated all three HIPAA findings, reduced their support costs by 62%, and cut average response time from 52 minutes to under 8 minutes. Their IT director told us it was the single most impactful infrastructure decision they had made in five years.

"We went from dreading audits to passing them with zero findings. The Helm & Birch team understood our compliance needs better than our previous vendor ever did."

— Rachel Dominguez, IT Director, Palmetto Health Partners

What Our Clients Say

We were spending nearly $180,000 a year on remote support across our 14 offices. Helm & Birch redesigned the entire system in under six weeks. Our annual costs dropped to $68,000, our compliance posture improved dramatically, and our staff actually enjoys using the new setup. That never happens with IT projects.

MK
Marcus Kellerman COO, Ridgeline Financial Group — 14 offices, 380 employees

"Their team configured our remote access environment in a way that actually makes sense for a law firm. Privilege controls, matter-level permissions, the works. Our managing partner signed off on it in one meeting."

SN

Sandra Nguyen

Director of IT, Calder & Whitfield LLP

"We run three manufacturing plants and two distribution centers. Helm & Birch got our remote support working smoothly on low-bandwidth shop floor connections where our previous setup constantly dropped. Genuinely impressed."

TJ

Tom Jankowski

VP of Operations, Lakeshore Industries

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most from IT leaders evaluating remote access solutions.

How long does a typical deployment take?

Most engagements run between four and eight weeks from initial assessment to full rollout. Complex multi-site deployments may extend to twelve weeks, but we establish a phased timeline during discovery so there are no surprises.

Do you work with organizations outside the four industries listed?

Absolutely. While healthcare, finance, legal, and manufacturing represent the majority of our work, we have also delivered remote access solutions for education institutions, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. If secure remote access matters to your operations, we can help.

What does your pricing look like?

We use a project-based pricing model for initial deployments, typically ranging from $15,000 to $85,000 depending on scope. Ongoing managed support plans start at $2,400 per month. Every engagement begins with a complimentary 30-minute discovery call to scope your needs.

Can you integrate with our existing IT infrastructure?

That is exactly what we do. We design solutions that work within your current environment — including your directory services, endpoint management tools, and ticketing systems. Our goal is to enhance what you already have, not replace everything.

How do you handle compliance requirements?

Compliance is built into every solution from the start — not bolted on afterward. We begin each engagement with a compliance gap analysis, then configure remote access controls, logging, and encryption to meet the specific standards relevant to your industry (HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, etc.).

What happens after the initial deployment?

We offer three tiers of managed support: monitoring-only, proactive maintenance, and fully managed. Most clients choose proactive maintenance, which includes quarterly security reviews, performance optimization, and priority support for any issues that arise.

Is there a minimum company size to work with you?

We work with organizations ranging from 25-person professional firms to enterprises with 5,000+ employees. Our solutions scale accordingly. If you have at least 20 endpoints that need remote access or support, we can deliver meaningful value.

How is data protected during remote sessions?

Every remote session uses 256-bit AES encryption with TLS 1.3 transport. Sessions can be configured to block file transfers, disable clipboard sharing, and restrict screen recording based on your security policies. All session metadata is logged and retained per your compliance requirements.

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Phone

+1 (512) 843-2097

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT

Office

600 Congress Avenue, Suite 1400
Austin, TX 78701

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Every engagement starts with a free 30-minute discovery call. We will assess your current remote access setup and identify the quickest wins for your organization — no obligation, no sales pressure.

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