Cloud Infrastructure Consulting Services

Cloud infrastructure consulting that replaces patched-together systems with a planned, secure setup. Family-run since 1994, LME Services backs every project with local technicians.

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Our Cloud Infrastructure Services

Growing past a patchwork network? Get consulting for migrations, security, resilience, compliance, monitoring, and ongoing management.

Cloud Migrations

Plan and manage Office 365, data, and infrastructure migrations through landscape analysis, solution design, testing, cutover support, and post-migration assistance.

Managed Cloud IT

Coordinate cloud management, infrastructure monitoring, user support, licensing, performance optimization, and technology administration through one dependable IT partner.

Cybersecurity Consulting

Strengthen cloud environments with threat monitoring, endpoint protection, identity and access management, SIEM, MDR, and security-focused operational guidance.

Backup And Recovery

Protect servers, workstations, and cloud data with automated backups, offsite replication, ransomware-resistant versioning, test restores, and documented recovery objectives.

Compliance Consulting

Prepare cloud environments for HIPAA, SOC, ISO, and other requirements through risk assessments, policies, gap analysis, monitoring, and control guidance.

Remote Infrastructure Support

Use proactive monitoring and 24/7 human support to identify infrastructure issues, troubleshoot systems remotely, and reduce technology-related disruption.

IT consultant mapping a cloud migration plan

Our Cloud Consulting Process

Assess Your Current Environment

We review your existing infrastructure, cloud services, security controls, data, workflows, and business priorities to identify risks, dependencies, and practical opportunities for improvement.

Design A Practical Cloud Roadmap

Build And Test The Solution

Manage Migration And Cutover

Support And Improve Infrastructure

Trusted Technology Guidance

Client Success Stories

See how businesses outgrew aging servers and moved to cloud setups built to last. Planning and responsive support made the change smooth.

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades
The LME Difference

Why Choose LME Services?

Tired of cloud advice nobody can explain? LME gives plain-English guidance, transparent pricing, and one team focused on continuity.

Family Expertise

A second-generation provider founded in 1994, serving businesses with continuity and long-term relationship focus.

Unified Support

Cloud, cybersecurity, backup, compliance, and telecom capabilities are coordinated through one accountable team.

Continuous Protection

24/7 SOC monitoring and managed detection help protect cloud systems, users, and sensitive business data.

Local Understanding

Experience supporting Chicagoland organizations brings practical insight into local business operations and technology needs.

Meet The LME Services Team

Cloud projects stall when each call reaches someone new. Experienced consultants learn your environment, stay with it, and answer when you call.

Portrait of Joe Engelking, CEO of LME Services

Joe Engelking

CEO

Joe Engelking serves as CEO of LME Services, proudly carrying forward the standard of service excellence his father, Leon, established in 1994. Based at the company's Hoffman Estates headquarters, Joe leads new business development and client relationships across the Chicagoland area, ensuring every organization receives technology solutions tailored to their unique needs. As a second-generation leader, he blends decades of family expertise with a forward-thinking approach, championing the integration of AI and automation into client operations to improve efficiency and security. Joe is deeply committed to LME's mission of practical, plain-English technology guidance, working closely with small and mid-size businesses, law firms, and financial services companies. His leadership reflects a genuine dedication to keeping clients running, secure, and confident in their technology partner.

Portrait of Leon Engelking, Founder of LME Services

Leon Engelking

Founder

Leon Engelking is the Founder of LME Services, having launched the company in 1994 after a career at IBM during the early rise of Microsoft and personal computing. Recognizing an underserved population of business owners who needed dependable, practical IT support as internet adoption emerged, Leon built LME from the ground up to meet that need. Over more than three decades, he guided the company through major technology shifts, including ransomware growth, cloud computing adoption, and the transition to remote work. His vision established LME's family-run culture and its commitment to long-term client relationships throughout Chicagoland. Leon's legacy continues to shape the company's values of security-first operations and dedicated, personalized service for small and mid-size businesses across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does cloud infrastructure consulting include?

Cloud infrastructure consulting can include environment assessments, architecture planning, cloud and Office 365 migrations, security configuration, data protection, compliance preparation, monitoring, and ongoing management. LME Services matches recommendations to your existing systems, business priorities, recovery needs, and operational requirements, then helps coordinate implementation and post-project support.

How can LME Services help with a cloud migration?

Can you secure and monitor our cloud environment?

Do you provide cloud backup and disaster recovery planning?

Can cloud consulting support compliance requirements?

Will you support our systems after a cloud project?

How do you reduce disruption during infrastructure changes?

Which areas does LME Services serve?

Ready To Discuss Your Cloud Environment?

Talk with LME Services about practical next steps for your infrastructure.

Cloud Consulting Service Areas

Cloud projects still need hands on hardware, and a far-off vendor can take days to send anyone. Local technicians based in Hoffman Estates handle on-site cloud work across Chicagoland.

Chicagoland

Primary Coverage

24/7 Monitoring

Support Model

Hoffman Estates

Headquarters

Do We Serve Your Organization?

Confirm consulting availability and discuss your infrastructure goals with our team.

Trusted By Clients

Awards and Recognition

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GoodFirms Best Company to Work With

Recognized by GoodFirms in 2023 for a client-first approach to IT support.

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UpCity Top IT Provider

Featured on UpCity among top-rated managed IT services providers in Chicago.

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Clutch Top Managed Service Provider Illinois 2024

Ranked by Clutch as a top managed service provider in Illinois for 2024.

Plan A More Resilient Cloud Environment

Whether your infrastructure has outgrown its design or your provider has stalled, we can help. Share your goals and get practical next steps.

Contact Us Today

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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 847-496-5196. You can also send us a quick email at info@lmeservices.com.