About Alternative Technologies - A Worker-Owned Cooperative
Alternative Technologies is a well-established, employee-owned business that has been serving the Bay Area for over 32 years. They specialize in providing comprehensive IT and telecommunication solutions to a diverse range of clients, including non-profit organizations and property management companies. The company is known for its exceptional customer service and technical expertise. Their team of dedicated professionals, including individuals like Chris, Pei, and Paul, go above and beyond to understand their clients' unique needs and provide tailored solutions. Whether it's streamlining a complex phone system, setting up a reliable server, or troubleshooting Wi-Fi issues, the Alternative Technologies team consistently delivers efficient and effective results. Clients appreciate the company's proactive approach, with staff members keeping them informed every step of the way and ensuring a smooth transition to new systems. The team's patience and attention to detail are particularly valued, as they guide clients through the process and ensure their needs are met. In addition to their technical prowess, Alternative Technologies is known for its commitment to supporting local businesses and non-profits. As an employee-owned enterprise, the company takes pride in its community-focused approach and the positive impact it has on the Bay Area. Overall, Alternative Technologies is a trusted partner for organizations seeking reliable and innovative IT and telecommunication solutions. Their dedication to customer satisfaction, technical expertise, and community involvement make them a highly recommended choice for businesses in the region.
I manage a block of buildings in uptown Oakland that encompasses numerous entities and uses. We had an old PBX phone system serving nearly 100 people in multiple buildings, with lots of sub departments. Alternative Techs helped us sort out and streamline 16 years of past programming and abandoned extensions.
The people who work at Alternative are truly nice and helpful (and patient!). This is important because there is a lot of interaction needed to track details. They really focused on planning in advance and letting us know what to expect. I liked that!
Lastly, the phones...Our old phones had fallen into disuse (partly because of Covid). But our staff quickly...read full review
Where can I start! Alt Tech is such a great company it is run by its own employees. They are 32 years old and thriving. I've had the pleasure to work with a few of them and it's been a fun experience. At the time I was a new Operations Manager who was in charge of a big project such as wiping all our old laptops, restarting our server and cabling. Honestly it was a mess. Chris was the initial person who I spoke to and we talked and talked nonstop. He told me about the company and how they went from phones to all kinds of things. There is no such thing as small projects. They do it all!
After talking to Chris for 1 whole year (because I was juggling other projects)...read full review
Alternative Technologies is a great company. They do good work, servicing non profits in the Bay Area with all their Telecom and IT needs. Highly recommend!