Our Philosophy
At Ashton Technology Solutions, we don't think of ourselves as computer guys, geeks or techies. Instead, we're problem solvers in the business of helping clients leverage technology for lasting business results. We just happen to have some serious technical skills as well. Of course we can talk geek with the best of them, but that's just the starting point for what we do, not the heart of it.
While we do take pride in delivering the most technically elegant solutions, at Ashton, we get the biggest satisfaction from integrating into our clients' processes, helping them look ahead, avoid trouble, and find better and more cost-effective methods of operating. In other words, we become partners in their growth. Ultimately, we earn our real enjoyment by watching our clients grow and prosper right along with us.
Our Mission & Values
We're in business for a single reason: to develop proactive business strategies that will guarantee the success of our clients. It's as simple as that. By drawing on the specialized knowledge and experience of our engineers & technicians to strategically leverage the latest and most effective technologies, we work with clients to deliver highly customized business solutions that build the kind of stronger, more efficient business practices that help them grow.
Our core values can be captured in a few key words:
- Collaborative
- Creative
- Determined
- Resourceful
- Entrepreneurial
- Responsive
- Responsible
- Personable
- Accountable
Our Leadership
Our founder and still company president, Jim Millican, established The Ashton Group, Inc. in 1994, and Ashton Technology Solutions in 2005. In addition to his deep expertise in information systems, Jim is a skilled translator: he has the ability to clearly communicate technical issues to non-technical people, and convert the technical issues and tactics into larger business strategies. And as a native Clevelander, he understands the unique challenges facing Northeast Ohio businesses and organizations.
Over the past decade, Jim has assembled a talented team of experts who support his mission of being the best organizational source for proactive information-technology solutions. Jim's open, collaborative leadership style fosters teamwork and innovation, which carries over to innovative problem-solving for clients.
