Managed IT Services
Outsourced IT management covers network infrastructure, systems monitoring, performance optimization, cybersecurity, backups, cloud management, compliance assistance, and support.
A managed network services provider that replaces patchwork fixes with a network you can count on. Family-run since 1994, with an experienced local team.
Your network grew in patches as your business did. Get network, security, support, backup, cloud, and infrastructure managed together.
Outsourced IT management covers network infrastructure, systems monitoring, performance optimization, cybersecurity, backups, cloud management, compliance assistance, and support.
Proactive monitoring identifies threats and technology issues while experienced technicians provide 24/7 human support to help reduce downtime and disruption.
Managed cybersecurity combines threat detection and response, security audits, identity and access management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and disaster recovery planning.
Automated backups cover servers, workstations, and cloud data, with offsite replication, ransomware-resistant versioning, test restores, and documented recovery objectives.
Businesses receive 24/7 technician access, remote troubleshooting, monitoring, performance optimization, user training, and on-site support when needed.
Microsoft 365 support includes security configuration, user administration, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, licensing, training, backups, and proactive threat monitoring.
Frustrated by dropped connections your provider just reboots away? One team fixes the cause, linking support, security, monitoring, backups, and planning with 24/7 human support.
Businesses that outgrew their patchwork network found steadier operations with LME. See how security and continuity improved.
"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!!!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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!!!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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!!!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
Waiting days for a network fix? LME answers live, keeps pricing transparent, and sends technicians who know your setup.
A second-generation provider with roots in Chicagoland and a long-term relationship-focused service model.
Human support and proactive monitoring help local businesses respond to issues and reduce operational disruption.
Managed IT, cybersecurity, backup, telecom, and cloud support are coordinated through one technology partner.
Practical recommendations help business owners understand technology decisions without unnecessary complexity.
Network fixes drag on when your provider has to relearn the layout each time. The same experienced team manages it and knows every connection.
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.
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.
Network managed services are outsourced technology services that monitor, maintain, secure, and support a company’s network and connected systems. They can include infrastructure management, proactive monitoring, helpdesk support, cybersecurity, cloud administration, backups, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. A managed provider handles ongoing technical needs so internal business teams can focus on their work while receiving coordinated support.
Talk with LME Services about your technology, security, and support needs.
When a switch or firewall fails, waiting on a remote-only provider leaves everyone offline. Our Hoffman Estates technicians offer on-site support across Chicagoland when you need it.
Chicagoland
Primary Region
24/7 Monitoring
Support Model
Hoffman Estates
Local Office
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Recognized by GoodFirms in 2023 for a client-first approach to IT support.
Featured on UpCity among top-rated managed IT services providers in Chicago.
Ranked by Clutch as a top managed service provider in Illinois for 2024.
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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.
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.