Growing up, Samir Patel's fascination with computers stemmed from his father's work in computer engineering. "He was working on components for computers and other electronics, and when I was young, he brought home our first computer," Samir recalls. "In the early 80s, no one had computers in their homes. I was very technical, so working with computers always came naturally to me."
After graduating with a degree in engineering from Rutgers University, Samir discovered that his passion lay more with computers than with engineering. Following his heart, he delved into various technology companies, immersing himself in every aspect of the industry. In 2009, he founded Blue Code in Short Hills, and people have been investing in its services ever since.
What do you enjoy about helping people with their technology needs?
Helping others is really a big part of who I am. I want clients to trust me and our team because we will always do what's in their best interests. I take pride in nurturing long-term relationships, noting how many clients have remained with Blue Code for almost 15 years, entrusting us with their evolving technological needs.
Tell me about some of the services Blue Code provides for homes and businesses.
We pride ourselves on delivering a comprehensive suite of services tailored to both homes and businesses. Our approach is akin to a concierge service, where we prioritize understanding our clients' unique needs, struggles, and priorities. Through thorough assessments and dialogue, we craft personalized solutions designed to address immediate concerns while proactively managing their systems and environments.
We are a big part of our clients’ technological lives. A cornerstone of our service is ensuring robust security measures. With cyber threats looming large, we take proactive steps to fortify the systems at both homes and businesses to ensure that we are keeping our clients’ most sensitive information, safe.
With many of our clients working from home, we specialize in setting up and optimizing networks for home offices. By leveraging our partnerships with best-in-class technology companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Google, Dell, and Cisco, we are able to tailor to our clients' specific requirements.
We also work a lot with smart home technologies. While our trade partners excel in audio, video, lighting, and security systems, our proficiency lies in seamlessly integrating these components with robust IT infrastructure. We help to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and everyday convenience.
We also have expertise across both PC and Mac platforms. Unlike most tech firms that specialize in one or the other, we possess the versatility and proficiency to cater to a diverse array of computing environments, ensuring that every client receives the highest standard of service, regardless of their chosen platform.
Tell me about your team. Why should people trust Blue Code with their technology?
As a small team, we are able to consistently deliver personalized support. Clients often see or speak to the same team members for all their needs.
When I hire team members, I look for the same traits and core values that I possess. Resourcefulness and exceptional customer service is as important as their technical knowledge.
Where do you live? What do you like to do when you’re not working?
My wife Sefali and I live in Hillsborough and lead a very active lifestyle. I love to cross train, play golf, and walk our dog.