Why Scale Technology?
Scale Technology is a fast-growing managed IT and cybersecurity company in Little Rock, Arkansas.
We are passionate about all things IT–just ask one of our dedicated, friendly techs! Just be warned, once you get us started, we have a hard time stopping! While technology is constantly evolving, we take pride in our ability to stay ahead of the curve.
We believe that the most important service we offer to our clients is our proactive monitoring and response. This allows us to solve issues before they become big, expensive problems for your network. When you’re constantly putting out fires, there’s very little time to focus on achieving your long-term growth goals. Scale works hard to ensure that our clients get that reactive time back to use on mission-critical projects and planning.
When Scale talks about your IT infrastructure and network, we’re not just thinking about solving today’s problems. We’re thinking about IT solutions that will help grow your business for the next five to ten years and accommodate your vision. We’re here to help you “Scale Up” your business.
Tired of babysitting your IT infrastructure? Let Scale! We’re the best managed IT and cybersecurity company in Central Arkansas–let us show you why.
Meet the Scale Team
Patrick Laughlin
CEO
At work, I am passionate about solving hard problems for our clients. I get excited about creating solutions that help grow their business.
Solving client problems requires learning their industry, their business, and their challenges. That means taking a hard look at their markets—who they sell to, how they sell what they sell. It’s a lesson I’ve learned again and again throughout my career.
Clients trust me because they know I understand and empathize with their struggles. Their trust helps me tell their unique story. It’s that story that makes their customers want to buy what they sell. The result is a growing, thriving business.
My goal is to become instrumental in the health and growth of my client’s business.
Away from work, I enjoy learning new things and using that knowledge. I like understanding how things work and how they get made. I like discovering new things and using what I learn to put something real into the world.
When I’m not working, I am focused on family and volunteering. I have two young daughters and I try to spend as much time as I can with them, while they still think I’m worth their time!
You can find me coaching my youngest daughter’s soccer team—Go Giraffes! I also serve on the Guardians Board of Easterseals AR and am an active member of Holy Souls Catholic Church.
Very pleased with your service all the way around! The follow up call this morning was very thoughtful! Also, thank y'all for always responding so quickly!
- Brandon Moving & Storage
I couldn't be more delighted with Scale services. You all are the best ever, thumbs up to you.
- Carelink
I've actually been extremely pleased and feel that we have been well taken care of since we have started working with your team.
- Mckenzie Park Apartments
Nick Phillips
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR AND TECHNICAL ALIGNMENT MANAGER
I’m Nicholas Phillips, the newest Network Technician on the Scale Technology team. I’m a sports-loving dog owner who has a genuine passion for technology and how it’s consistently changing the world we live in. I graduated from UCA with a degree in Computer Science.
Despite having a successful 7-year career in the restaurant industry, after I graduated, I decided to take a turn toward what I really loved—researching technology and applying it toward problem-solving. That’s why I joined the Scale Technology team—I love the all-for-one attitude this company takes on, and I love that the environment is built for constant learning and advancement.
On a regular work-day, you can find me in the office doing research, calling vendors, and puzzling out the problems our clients are dealing with. There’s absolutely nothing more exciting to me than the satisfaction that comes with fixing an issue for a client—that sensation of “I did it, I finally fixed this” is unmatched. When I’m not working, you can find me walking one of my four dogs at Two Rivers Park (did I mention I love animals?) or cheering on my favorite sports teams (go Cubs, Bulls, and Bears!).
I’m excited to be a part of the Scale Technology team and I look forward to growing as a network technician, learning as much as possible, and doing everything it takes to best provide for our clients.
Nick quickly completed the upgrade of QuickBooks overnight, with no interruption of work!! There were only a couple of minor issues (Our Fault) and he fixed those this morning. Nick is such a pleasant person to work with. He is knowledgeable about his trade. Stellar Job! Thank you for Always having my back!
- C. McGonigal
As usual You have gone above and beyond to help us. Hats off to Nick & Zac aka the "new guys" you two are being trained by the BEST and it shows. Of course my Good Buddies "Sheldon" and Michael are off the chart with Knowledge & Service. Thank all of you for having my back!
- United Fence
You guys are Phenomenal! I believe the only way you guys could be better is to know I have an issue before I do! I Love my IT folks! You guys & girls make my life so much easier! You have my back!!!
- Connie
Spencer Nicholson
NETWORK TECHNICIAN II
Since puzzles, computers, and helping others are the things I’m most passionate about professionally and personally, Network Technician is a perfect fit. Helping clients find answers to particularly difficult problems leaves me with an indescribable feeling of accomplishment. I would say I am especially effective at solving software issues, particularly when that requires finding solutions to those off-the-wall errors that can arise. I hope clients will remember me as the stubborn IT guy who wouldn’t give up and tried everything to get the system working again.
When I got my first computer at 13, I was immediately hooked on technology. I graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Growing up in Clinton, AR (a tiny town largely committed to agriculture and small industry pursuits), I quickly realized I would have to look towards a larger area to be able to start a career based around computers. After spending three years in IT professionally (and a decade solving IT problems on the side), I have built up a reputation for thinking outside the box and approaching problems from different angles.
When my face isn’t hidden behind a screen at work, it’s hidden behind a screen at home. I enjoy gaming and game development, although I will sometimes drag myself away to play guitar…only to return to the screen to write the music.
You have the Best Team! Nick & Spencer were Awesome while Michael was on vacation. I can tell the "Force" is strong with them! You guys always take the Best care of us! I have said this many times but I will say it again "With the Scale Team having our back in the technology end of this business, I Do Not Worry about it and I can sleep at night knowing we are taken care of". Thank you for having my back! And I can't say that enough!
- United Fence
Spencer resolved my issue in a minor of seconds. He did not make me feel incompetent about the very obvious issue I was having with my mouse.
- J. Brown
I couldn't be more delighted with Scale services. You all are the best ever, thumbs up to you.
- C. Thomas
Karson Mathews
CLIENT CONSULTANT
Hello! My name is Karson Mathews. Born in Oklahoma, I spent some time traveling and made my way to Arkansas. After falling in love with the people and the state, I’ve found myself here for the past 13 years. Having always been motivated to create a strong educational background for myself, I originally studied at the Arkansas Tech University and transferred to the University of Central Arkansas to complete my degree. I make sure to dedicate time to hobbies like disc golf and quality time with my family and friends. I can also be found quite often enjoying some video games with my best friends.
My interests have naturally always lied in technology and I’ve had an innate curiosity about innovation as long as I can remember. This passion grew as I became and adult and graduated college and is why I feel that working at Scale is such a perfect fit for me. Computers have always been something that have brought me both comfort and confidence. Learning just how much technology can benefit and simplify people’s lives has made me eager to explore it further and find new ways to support the safety, capabilities, and wellbeing of people and businesses everywhere.
Stephen Spainhour
HELP DESK SUPPORT
Stephen is Help Desk Support at Scale Technology. He ensures that the company delivers exceptional customer service, particularly in assisting customers facing technical issues. In addition, he manages projects and several company initiatives. He is enthused by the prospect of learning something new each day and being able to contribute his expertise to the community including businesses and organizations that serve people from different walks of life.
At the age of 16, Stephen began working in the field of information technology for his old school district, Greenbrier. He was happy with the work and the people he worked with throughout the summers he spent there. As soon as Stephen graduated from UCA with a BBA in marketing, he realized that IT work gave him greater fulfillment than anything else.
When he isn’t working hard and helping customers, Stephen enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He also loves nature, so when he gets the chance, he heads to the park nearest to his home.