About traction it

Tech partnerships for the long term

Traction IT is a family-run Managed Service Provider based in Melbourne, supporting Australian businesses with reliable, people-first technology services since 2008. From the beginning, our belief has been simple: business owners deserve an IT partner who shows up, takes responsibility, and genuinely cares about their success. Technology should reduce stress, not create it. To this day, that belief still guides every decision we make.

Where We Come From

Traction IT was founded as a small family business built on trust, hard work, and the kind of accountability that only comes when your name and reputation are directly on the line. As we’ve grown, we’ve held onto those roots. Many of our long-term clients joined us in the early days and stayed they don’t feel like they’re dealing with a supplier, but they feel like they’re working with a partner.

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A people-first culture

(And a Few Awards to Prove It)

We’re a tight-knit team that celebrates collaboration, growth and having each other’s back. Each year, we recognise our team with a series of internal awards that highlight everything from exceptional client care to creative problem solving. These awards weren’t just a moment of fun, but they reflected the energy and heart that define how we work with each other and with our clients.

Ctrl-Alt-Defeat Award

Unmatched resilience and technical mastery
Awarded to Ruben

Ticket Vanisher Award

Vanquished the most tickets with skill and speed
Awarded to Izaz

CSAT Annual Champion

Excellence in customer happiness and success
Awarded to Dhruv

Rookie of the Year

Remarkable growth, determination and impact
Awarded to Tu

Most Improved Player

Extraordinary progress and outstanding contributions
Awarded to Travis

Meet the team that always has your back

At the heart of Traction IT is a simple belief: you deserve a partner who is as invested in your success as you are. Since 2008, our family-run team has focused on turning complex technology into reliable, stress-free solutions that actually fit the way you work. Meet the people dedicated to keeping your business secure, stable, and ready for whatever comes next.

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Brett

Managing Director and Founder 
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Ruben

Senior Engineer
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Travis

Engineer
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Jay

Service Delivery Manager
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Jagdish (JP)

Service and Client Success Lead
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Hammad

Service Desk Team
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Hamid

Service Desk Team
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Dhruv

Service Desk Team
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Izaz

Service Desk Team
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Tim

Service Desk Team
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Tu

Service Desk Team
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Valerie

Service and Client Success Manager
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Tatiana

Service Coordinator
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Julie

Accounts Team

Support that fits the way you work

We help organisations across industries where reliability and security are essential, from professional services to operational environments like transport and logistics. Every business runs differently, so we take the time to understand how your teams work and tailor the IT approach to match.

Our goal is to reduce friction, remove noise, and keep your operations moving quietly, consistently, and without surprises. That means working closely with your people, fitting into existing rhythms, and supporting the way work actually gets done day to day.

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Cyber security as a foundation, not an add-on

Our commitment to cyber security goes beyond policies and tools, it's how we do business. We are ISO 27001 certified, which means we follow internationally recognised rules for keeping information safe, managing risk, and keeping systems safe.

This approach shapes how we work with our clients every day. We help organisations understand where their real risks sit, what matters most, and how to strengthen their security over time in a practical, manageable way.

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Quotation Mark

I can’t say enough good about your team. They’ve really gone above and beyond, from the professionalism of Tatiana and Valerie on the phones with me, the super rapid quoting and ordering process, to Jay and Travis (and the rest of the gang) getting the infrastructure and laptops back on track; it’s been impressive to be part of. Congrats to you on building such a team and instilling such a helpful and client-facing culture.

Mackenzie Environmental

Mackenzie Environmental
Quotation Mark

Traction IT have been a seamless partner. Responsive, technical expertise, and ability to understand our operational needs make them a trusted extension of our business.

State Transport

State Transport
Quotation Mark

We are extremely satisfied with the services provided by Traction IT. Brett and his team consistently demonstrates strong technical expertise, professionalism, and dedication to delivering high-quality solutions. We highly recommend their services to any organization looking for dependable IT solutions.

Valeo Construction

Valeo Construction
Quotation Mark

We have worked with Brett and his team at Traction for 16 years now.

During this time, notwithstanding the covid period, the business has tripled in size in terms of personnel and revenue.  Logistics is a needy caper and we are an even more needy family business that often needs things done yesterday.  Brett, Jay and their respective teams have been with us every step of the way and have done so with the utmost professionalism and timeliness.

Peter Sadler Transport

Peter Sadler Transport
Quotation Mark

We have used Traction IT since Brett and his team started.  They have always met deadlines and resolved issues in an efficient manner.  Our IT systems are fundamental to the operation of our business, and Traction has been an important part of making sure those systems never fail.

Mckenzie Ross

Mckenzie Ross
Quotation Mark

Traction IT has consistently delivered fast, reliable, and highly knowledgeable support. They go well beyond standard IT services, always looking for new ways to strengthen our security and help advance our business

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When tech feels overwhelming, we’ve got you

Reach out anytime – our team are here to make IT simple, stress-free, and always in your best interest.

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