Stepping Forward Technology

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the building liaison for Grand Peak Academy. We’re a Pre-K to eighth-grade charter school in northern Colorado Springs. We offer a rigorous, family-friendly education based on the core knowledge and classical curricula.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Stepping Forward Technology to accomplish for Grand Peak Academy?

We use Stepping Forward Technology as our daily IT support company. For this project, we hired them to install and set up security cameras for our school.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Stepping Forward Technology identified the best company to use for our new security system. They obtained, installed, and programmed the security system for the best utilization around the school. The team also provided training on the platform and ongoing support.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 2–5 teammates from Stepping Forward Technology.

How did you come to work with Stepping Forward Technology?

They were a personal recommendation. We chose them over other options because they had high ratings, their pricing fit our budget, they were a great culture fit, they offered good value for the cost, and their company values aligned with ours.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent around $40,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together throughout March 2026.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The security system worked seamlessly and covered all parts of the building with no black spots. Additionally, we were able to utilize the platform the security cameras were on seamlessly without lag. Mostly, the administration used this on behalf of the staff, and so far, the feedback from the staff has been positive because we can help teachers resolve issues with students quickly and more accurately.

How did Stepping Forward Technology perform from a project management standpoint?

They delivered on time and were hands-on throughout the entire project. There was never a time we didn’t know what was going on. We communicated via in-person meetings and emails or messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

When we ran into an issue with the installation, they solved it within 24 hours, so it didn’t delay the project at all. They were fast, accurate, and their service was exceptional.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there weren’t any.