Proactive Data | IT Support & Managed IT Services

Local support with "big city" corporate level responsiveness and knowledge without all the fluff - Chris and team are efficient and provide quality service even for the budget conscious. Not interested in upselling what we didn't need which we appreciated. Refreshing change of pace. Highly recommend!

Chris is very knowledgable and goes out of his way for his clients. We would highly recommend him!

Chris Rowland with Proactive Data Solutions is extremely knowledgeable with his products and services, I highly recommend him for any home, home office, and businesses large or small...he's definately the best around

They were quick and efficient. They only needed 2 minutes of my time, and the other 20 minutes to address my issue happened in the background while I kept working on a different machine. The fix for my problem is better than the original. …

Very professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to. They handle the "stuff" out of my wheel house, allowing me to focus on my profession.?✌
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Response from the owner

The ProActive Data team is great! Very responsive and quick turnarounds on any orders or technical tickets. Highly recommend!!

Great responsive service; have had zero virus issues, etc. since I started monthly service. This takes a lot of the worry out of being in business for myself!

Runnels Orthodontics has used Proactive for 6+ years. Proactive Data has been top notch with our office. Providing service and supports, making sure we are up to date on software, HIPPA compliance and malware protection Chris and Travis always respond in a quickly manner and are always ready to help in any way. Highly recommend!

Always available and never disappointed with their work.

Chris is an awesome computer guy! We use him for all of our office needs. He responds quickly and gets things fixed right away! Thanks for all of your help Chris!

My business's email got hijacked. I talked to three different IT consultants, but only Proactive Data said they could rescue and fix my email. And they had me back up and running by the end of the day. Even though I was brand new to Proactive Data, I felt I was their most important client. Thanks for being there for me!

Proactive Data provides outstanding service for many technical issues involving your home or business computer. Unfortunately, I lost all of my address and contact list, but their service technicians provided the necessary knowledge and …

Chris has been an asset for our technical issues at our restaurant locations. The responsiveness and professional are just what we needed to make us more productive at what we do best. We’ve had issues with hardware and software …

Southern Restaurant Group has been using Proactive Data for our corporate IT services for over 10 years. We are very happy with their knowledge and quick service.

Thanks Chris for taking care of all my computer needs, which can be a lot! I feel like my system is safe, protected and very user friendly now thanks to you.

Chris is very knowledgeable, professional and responsive to his clients. He focuses on serving his client's needs as cost-effectively as possible (no over-selling, etc.). I highly recommend him and Proactive Data Solutions for your company's IT needs.

Chris is highly knowledgeable in regards to all IT related matters. He offers professional solutions along with excellent customer service and customer support. He listens to our problems, concerns and worries giving us the opportunity to …

Response from the owner

They have managed our IT for the past several years and have always headed us in the right direction! It is great to have reliable quick to respond services when we need them unlike many other big companies who will "see you next Tuesday sometime between 8 am and noon"...

Excellent IT consulting firm in Destin. Very professional and responsive.

I'm not sure where my business would be today without Proactive. They have been rock solid and a great resource.

I've used Proactive Data Solutions when I've needed help at the office. Very efficient and was able to remote in and repair the problem so my staff could continue working with little interruption.
Thanks Chris.

I love Proactive Data and their entire team! Shout out to David for his help getting my new laptop set up. Thanks again!

Darren Nelson did an excellent job assessing my Yahoo e-mail account. The first agent he spoke with did not accept the information that Darren gave them, and this included a photo of me and a photo of my Driver's License. Darren did not …

Chris and his team are top notch. I have used their services for years and they are always helpful and professional in every way.

Great service and fast responses.

Chris is extremely skilled and provides excellent customer service!

Switching to Proactive Data has been one of the best decisions we've made for our company's IT needs. Their response time is exceptional, which is absolutely critical when you're experiencing any kind of system issue. Every technician …

Very knowledgeable and super great service!! Would recommend them to anyone!!

Chris is very responsive and a top notch IT guru. He has amazed me at how quickly he gains an understanding of your problem then just solves it. I highly recommend him.

Excellent and fast service. THANK YOU!

We use Proactive Data Solutions for all of our IT needs and are completely satisfied with the service provided. Chris Rowland is very professional and we always get a reply from him almost immediately after we contact him with a problem. If …

Prompt and professional service!

Chris and his team are the best. They keep our multiple businesses with multiple locations running smoothly and safely. We’re glad to have them on our team.

Always reliable and professional, expert level service. Tops!

Timely response; courteous technicians and good work

I am a Realtor and recently my Laptop started having issues. After not getting it to work right, I reached out to Proactive Data Services and WOW WOW WOW they not only had me drop off my laptop, but they got it running with no more issues. …

Amazing service! Real solutions!!! Out go to for everything

Chris and his crew have been a valuable asset to our company. Any issue, big or small, is handled quickly and efficiently. I'm glad someone recommended him to us.

The team at Proactive Data is knowledgeable, cutting edge, professional and quick to respond to support issues. I have used them not only for my own business but also for the nonprofit organization I work with. Highly recommend!!

Response from the owner

Response from the owner

Proactive Data keeps my computers secure and gives me peace of mind that I have someone to call when I'm in over my head. It's great to have someone you can trust working on your computer when you need it.

This is one of the most responsive companies I have ever worked with. When in need they are there to fix the problem in record time and with such professionalism. I highly recommend this great company.

Immediate response and took care of problem. Very professional and super nice!

Great IT company. Always solves our problems fast and with a smile! Look no further, this is your company for any IT issues!

I can’t say enough good things about this IT company! Their team is knowledgeable, professional, and always quick to respond whenever we need support. They go above and beyond to make sure everything is running smoothly, and they explain …

Great customer service, professional employees, and the techs have all been super patient when I am trying to explain the issue I am having since I am not technically inclined. I would highly recommend this company,
Melissa Clements

Response from the owner

I work with Proactive Data and they’ve been a huge help to us. Always prompt and professional service.

Chris Rowland handles all my networking and data needs. He's proactive when it comes to updates and ensuring we have the most current systems, and he's reactive when I find a way to mess them up. Definitely a 5 star company.

Chris Rowland, Proactive Data Solutions is very responsive to all our support questions and needs. He dominates all of our IT matters and makes our office run smoothly.

Prompt and pleasant response to my IT issues

Our previous IT provider was a trusted friend who managed all of our IT on his own and always took great care of us. When he unexpectedly passed away, we suddenly had to find someone new. That’s when we found Proactive Data, and they really …

Chris and his team have consistently demonstrated fairness, helpfulness, and unwavering support for our growing business. They've guided us through storms, fires, and multiple power outages. Their critical role in our infrastructure and overall success cannot be overstated. We sincerely appreciate all they do.

Chris and his staff have continually made the IT support experience very easy and allows my business to run smoothly on a daily basis.
I would highly recommend Chris and his company.

PAD really helped us out of a tight spot when our email got hacked. They are super responsive and when you phone, they answer even before it rings. Weird.

Proactive data is an outstanding IT solution! We've been working with Chris and his team since their beginning and they provide service that's crucial for the successful operation of our business! We highly recommend them.

Joe did an incredible job sorting out my computers issues..what a great company...thanks so much!

Response from the owner

Chris Rowland and ProActive Data Solutions has handled our technology needs for more than 10 years. Chris provides professional service in the all important technology part of our company, including both hardware and software maintenance and repair. They deliver on time results and good customer service.

Response from the owner

Response from the owner

Brilliant company! and I Love working with them!

Best decision our office ever made is to hire Proactive Data IT Support for our IT needs. Very quick response and very professional. R. Beckstrom, FR Paralegal.

Chris installed a server for my management business and is on my speed-dial when I have any issues. He responds quickly and gets my IT issues handled so that all systems are GO!

Very professional outfit. Their solutions are always updated and their team is great to work with.

One of the best business decisions I have ever made was trusting Chris and his Proactive Data team to upgrade our IT systems and install in new office space. Always conscious of budget, but doesn't sacrifice service, quality or security. …