● Now onboarding new clients across Wake, Johnston & Durham Counties

IT support that feels like it's down the hall, not overseas.

Ludlow Synexis is a locally owned managed IT provider built for small and mid-sized businesses who are tired of overpaying big-box IT firms for slow, impersonal service. Network management, computer support, and security — handled by people who actually pick up the phone.

3Counties Served
7Core IT Services
1hrPriority Response SLA
100%Locally Owned

Why local businesses choose us

Flat-rate, transparent pricing — no confusing tiers hidden behind "call for quote"

You'll work with the same technicians every time, not a rotating help-desk queue

On-site within the Triangle — we're not routing your ticket to another state

Owner-operated, so decisions get made fast — no corporate red tape

Old equipment piling up? We offer 100% free e-waste pickup and on-site data destruction.

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Cayden Ludlow

Owner & Founder

Cayden started Ludlow Synexis to give Triangle-area businesses an IT partner that treats their systems like their own — responsive, honest, and never bogged down in upsells. He's hands-on with every client relationship, from the first phone call to the ongoing partnership.

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Our Story

Every business we work with has a story: an office manager tired of being on hold with a call center, a clinic that can't afford a security lapse, a contractor whose whole operation stalls out when the network goes down.

Ludlow Synexis exists because those problems deserve a local answer. We're not a franchise and we're not a call center — we're a small, dedicated team based right here in the Triangle, and when you call, you get someone who already knows your setup.

We keep our service list focused on what actually moves the needle for small and mid-sized businesses: reliable networks, well-maintained computers, and the physical security to protect it all. No bloated contracts, no jargon, no surprise invoices.

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Honest Pricing

Flat monthly plans and published project rates. You'll know the cost before we start.

Local First

Every technician who touches your network is based in Wake, Johnston, or Durham County.

Proactive, Not Reactive

We monitor and patch before problems happen, instead of waiting for a break-fix call.

Owner Accountable

Cayden is personally reachable on every account — there's no layer of management to escalate through.

What We Do

Full-service IT, physical security, and everything between.

Every service below can be purchased individually or bundled into one of our managed plans below. If it plugs in or locks a door, we can install it, manage it, and support it. Estimated service times are listed on each card so you know what to expect.

Network Management

Ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of your firewall, switches, and Wi-Fi so your business stays online and secure.

  • 24/7 uptime & traffic monitoring
  • Firewall & router configuration
  • Bandwidth and Wi-Fi optimization
  • Firmware & security patching
Requires Ubiquiti UniFi hardware — we sell & install it if you don't have it yet
⏱ Ongoing · 1-hr priority response

Network Installs

New office, new building, or a much-needed rewire — we design and install UniFi networks that are built to scale with you.

  • Structured cabling & rack setup
  • UniFi router, switch & access point install
  • VLAN & guest network configuration
  • Post-install performance testing
⏱ 1–3 business days

Computer Management

We keep every workstation and server patched, protected, and performing — so your team isn't losing time to slow, broken machines.

  • Remote monitoring & patch management
  • Antivirus & malware protection
  • Automated backup management
  • Unlimited remote help-desk support
⏱ Ongoing · most issues resolved same-day

Computer Installs

New hires, new hardware, or a full office refresh — we handle setup, migration, and configuration start to finish.

  • New workstation deployment
  • Data & profile migration
  • Software licensing & setup
  • Peripheral & printer configuration
⏱ 1–2 hours per workstation

General Hardware Repairs

From dead hard drives to cracked screens, our technicians diagnose and repair computers, network gear, cameras, and phone equipment — often same day.

  • Free diagnostic with completed repair
  • Component replacement (RAM, drives, power supplies)
  • Laptop & desktop screen repair
  • Data recovery assistance
⏱ Most repairs same-day · complex repairs 2–3 business days

Access Control

Keycard, fob, or app-based entry systems that let you control exactly who gets into your building — and when.

  • Keyless entry & badge systems
  • Door-by-door permission management
  • Entry & exit activity logs
  • Integration with alarm systems
⏱ 1 business day per door · 3–5 days multi-door

Security Cameras

HD surveillance systems with remote viewing, so you can check in on your business from anywhere, any time.

  • Indoor & outdoor HD camera install
  • Cloud or on-site video storage
  • Remote viewing via mobile app
  • Motion alerts & activity notifications
⏱ 2–4 hours per camera · most installs same-day

Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace Management

User provisioning, license management, mail flow, and security policies handled for you — on whichever platform your business runs.

  • User & license provisioning
  • Mail flow & spam/phishing protection
  • Security policy & MFA enforcement
  • Shared drive & permissions management
Add-on: +$5/user/mo on any managed IT plan
⏱ Migration 1–3 business days · ongoing management continuous

Business Phone Systems

Reliable, feature-rich VoIP phone systems built on FreePBX — without the premium price tag of the big-name providers.

  • Auto-attendant & call routing
  • Voicemail-to-email & mobile app
  • Unlimited US & Canada calling
  • Number porting & E911 setup available
Setup from $600 · $15/extension/mo
⏱ Setup 3–5 business days · porting 2–3 weeks (carrier-dependent)

Device Inventory Management

Complete visibility into every device you own — make, model, warranty status, assigned user, and lifecycle stage — tracked in your customer portal.

  • Full hardware & software asset tracking
  • Warranty & lifecycle monitoring
  • Assigned-user & location tracking
  • Included with any managed IT plan
⏱ Initial audit 1–2 business days · updated continuously

Business Hardware Sales

Need new machines? We sell and configure Apple Mac and Lenovo ThinkPad, ThinkCentre & ThinkStation computers — enrolled in management before they hit a desk.

  • Apple Mac (laptop & desktop)
  • Lenovo ThinkPad, ThinkCentre & ThinkStation
  • Pre-configured & enrolled before delivery
  • Bulk pricing available for multi-unit orders
⏱ In-stock 2–5 business days · special orders 1–2 weeks
Completely Free

E-waste removal & data destruction — on us.

Old computers, servers, and office electronics taking up space? We'll haul them away at no cost. No fees, no fine print — you point, we load, and every drive is securely wiped before it leaves your building.

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Schedule a pickup

Call Nick or fill out the form below and we'll set a pickup time that works around your business.

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We do the loading

Our team handles all the lifting and hauling. All you have to do is point to what needs to go.

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Data is securely wiped

Every hard drive is wiped clean before disposal, so your business data never leaves the building unprotected.

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Responsible recycling

Equipment is recycled or disposed of properly — nothing ends up in a landfill.

What's included — free

  • Free on-site pickup, any quantity
  • We load and haul everything ourselves
  • Certified data wiping on all drives
  • Responsible, eco-friendly recycling
Optional add-on: prefer your drives physically removed on-site instead of wiped? We'll pull them for $5 per computer.
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Included With Every Plan

Your own client portal — always on.

Every Ludlow Synexis client gets free access to a dedicated customer portal from day one. No extra fee, no separate login for billing versus support — it's all in one place.

Support Ticketing

Submit, track, and follow up on support requests without picking up the phone.

Billing & Invoices

View invoices, payment history, and update billing information anytime.

Device Inventory

See every managed device, its warranty status, and its assigned user in one dashboard.

Service History

Full record of past visits, repairs, and installs — searchable whenever you need it.

Not a client yet? The portal is included automatically the moment you sign up for any managed plan or project — no setup fee, no extra login to manage.

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Pricing

Straightforward plans. No surprise invoices.

Our managed plans are billed monthly, per user, with a 5-user minimum. Prefer to pay only for what you need? Every service is also available à la carte below.

Cancel or change plans anytime — we don't lock clients into long contracts to earn their business.

IT Essentials

Best for lean teams that need reliable day-to-day coverage

$89/user/mo

5-user minimum · billed monthly

  • Remote help-desk support (business hours)
  • Patch & update management
  • Antivirus & malware protection
  • Network uptime monitoring
  • Monthly IT health report
  • Client portal — ticketing, billing & device inventory

Optional: +$5/user/mo to add Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace management

Choose Essentials

IT Complete

Best for multi-location or compliance-sensitive businesses

$199/user/mo

5-user minimum · billed monthly

  • Everything in Business
  • Unlimited on-site support
  • Dedicated vCIO strategy sessions
  • Advanced backup & disaster recovery
  • Camera/access-control monitoring (up to 4 devices)
  • Client portal — ticketing, billing & device inventory

Optional: +$5/user/mo to add Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace management

Choose Complete

Project & À La Carte Pricing

Not ready for a managed plan? Every service is available on its own, priced by project or by the hour.

ServicePricingNotes
Network InstallsFrom $750UniFi hardware & structured cabling; custom quote for multi-floor or multi-building sites
UniFi Networking EquipmentFrom $650Gateway, switch & access point starter bundle — required to enroll in Network Management
Computer Installs$99 / workstationSetup, migration & configuration per device
Computer Management (non-contract)$35 / device / moMonitoring & patching for standalone machines
Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace Management+$5 / user / moAdded on top of any managed IT plan or standalone device plan
General Hardware Repairs$75 diagnostic + $95/hrComputers, network equipment, cameras & phone systems; diagnostic fee waived when repair is completed
Access ControlFrom $1,200 / doorIncludes hardware, install & app setup
Access Control Monitoring$25 / door / moOngoing permissions & activity log management
Security CamerasFrom $275 / cameraHD camera, mounting & network configuration
Camera Cloud Storage & Monitoring$15 / camera / mo30-day cloud retention & mobile app access
Business Phone System Setup (FreePBX)From $600Up to 5 extensions; custom quote for larger deployments
Business Phone Extension$15 / extension / moUnlimited US/Canada calling, voicemail-to-email, mobile app
Phone Number Porting$25 / numberOne-time fee per number ported from a previous carrier
Business Hardware SalesCustom quoteApple Mac & Lenovo ThinkPad/ThinkCentre/ThinkStation, pre-configured before delivery
Break-Fix / As-Needed Support$135/hr on-site · $110/hr remoteFor businesses without a managed plan

All pricing reflects standard installs within Wake, Johnston, and Durham Counties. Network Management requires Ubiquiti UniFi hardware — we'll quote a UniFi package during onboarding if you don't already have one. Bundle Access Control and Security Cameras with any managed plan for 10% off installation. Nonprofit and multi-year discounts available — ask Nick for details.

Where We Work

Proudly serving the Triangle's businesses.

Ludlow Synexis is based in the Triangle and focuses exclusively on Wake, Johnston, and Durham Counties. That focus means faster on-site response, technicians who know the area, and a business that's invested in this community for the long run.

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Local & On-Call

Same-day on-site response is available across our full service area for managed plan clients. Not sure if you're in range? Give us a call — if you're close, we'll make it work.

Getting Started

Onboarding is simple — and fast.

Free Consultation

Call or message Nick to walk through your current setup and pain points — no pressure, no obligation.

Custom Assessment

We evaluate your network, hardware, and security to recommend the right plan or project scope.

Install & Onboard

We deploy monitoring tools, complete installs, and get every device accounted for and protected.

Ongoing Support

From there, it's proactive maintenance and a help desk that already knows your business.

Get In Touch

Let's talk about your IT.

Whether you need a full managed plan or a single project handled, reach out and we'll get back to you within one business day.

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Nick Blankenbeckley

Sales Representative

Nick handles new client consultations and can walk you through pricing, bundles, and what plan makes sense for your business.

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Cayden Ludlow

Owner

Personally involved in every client relationship — reach out through the form and Cayden will follow up directly.

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