Intro

At Transcend Horizons, we specialize in aligning IT operations with business objectives and leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision-making. By streamlining systems, enhancing efficiency, and delivering actionable insights, our customized IT strategies empower organizations to excel in today's technology-driven landscape.

Experience

We offer extensive expertise in aligning IT functions with business priorities and conducting thorough evaluations of IT operations during acquisition due diligence. Beyond assessing the alignment of application portfolios with business needs, we ensure your IT infrastructure encompasses comprehensive policies and procedures that support sustainable growth and regulatory compliance.

Our services include providing Fractional CIO leadership on a monthly basis, offering strategic IT guidance without the commitment of a full-time executive.​  For background on fractional CIO, see this article: From CIO magazine

One example of our team specialtes is building robust data analysis and reporting frameworks, leveraging tools like Power BI and Tableau to deliver actionable insights.

Our team includes:

Chris South: A seasoned CIO with a proven track record in designing and implementing technology solutions that address complex business challenges. Expertise includes manufacturing, ERP and CRM application management, software selection, IT operations, data management, and IT evaluations to support business acquisitions. LinkedIn

Anna White: A data analytics and project management specialist with extensive experience in Tableau visualizations and data standardization, driving insights that inform strategic decisions.​ LinkedIn

About

Why Transcend Horizons?    Our name embodies two powerful concepts: Transcend, from the Latin "transcendere," signifies rising above or going beyond limits, reflecting our commitment to elevating clients' technological capabilities. Horizons represent the expanding boundaries of knowledge and opportunity, indicating our forward-looking approach to technology and analytics. Together, Transcend Horizons symbolizes our mission to help clients surpass current IT capabilities and explore new possibilities.

Our Services

We deliver strategic IT solutions tailored to support business growth, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making.

Fractional CIO Services

Gain strategic IT leadership on a flexible, monthly basis. Ideal for small to mid-sized organizations needing executive-level guidance without a full-time hire.

  • IT strategy development
  • Vendor and software evaluation
  • Budgeting and roadmap planning
  • Team coaching and structure reviews

IT Due Diligence for Acquisitions

Comprehensive assessments of IT infrastructure, operations, and risk prior to acquisition.

  • Application and system alignment
  • Cybersecurity and infrastructure review
  • Policy and documentation audit
  • Support model and readiness analysis

IT Operations Alignment

Optimizing IT operations to better support your business strategy and growth goals.

  • Application portfolio rationalization
  • Process standardization
  • KPI and reporting improvements
  • Policy and procedure development

Data Analytics & Visualization

Empowering better decisions through accessible, impactful data tools.

  • Tableau dashboards
  • Data cleansing and standardization
  • Metric design and governance
  • Cross-departmental reporting frameworks

Client Case Studies

Fractional CIO Leadership for SMB Growth

Client: Mid-sized Industrial Services Company
Sector: Manufacturing Support / B2B Services

Challenge:

Fragmented IT systems, no centralized leadership, and growing operational inefficiencies.

Approach:

  • 12-month IT roadmap aligned with business strategy
  • ERP system selection and rollout
  • Standardized policies and improved vendor contracts

Outcome:

Clear governance, reduced costs, and a scalable IT infrastructure without hiring a full-time CIO.

IT Due Diligence for a Manufacturing Acquisition

Client: Private Equity Firm
Sector: Manufacturing

Challenge:

Needed clarity on target company’s IT risks, systems, and integration path pre-acquisition.

Approach:

  • Comprehensive infrastructure and cybersecurity review
  • Legacy system risk analysis
  • Integration and cost roadmap delivery

Outcome:

Informed acquisition decision with actionable plans for integration and risk mitigation.

Contact

 

For inquiries, please email us at info@TranscendHorizons.com.  We strive to respond within 24 hours.

Thank-you for your interest...

Transcend Horizons llc
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843.856.5029

Elements

Text

This is bold and this is strong. This is italic and this is emphasized. This is superscript text and this is subscript text. This is underlined and this is code: for (;;) { ... }. Finally, this is a link.


Heading Level 2

Heading Level 3

Heading Level 4

Heading Level 5
Heading Level 6

Blockquote

Fringilla nisl. Donec accumsan interdum nisi, quis tincidunt felis sagittis eget tempus euismod. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus vestibulum. Blandit adipiscing eu felis iaculis volutpat ac adipiscing accumsan faucibus. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus lorem ipsum dolor sit amet nullam adipiscing eu felis.

Preformatted

i = 0;

while (!deck.isInOrder()) {
    print 'Iteration ' + i;
    deck.shuffle();
    i++;
}

print 'It took ' + i + ' iterations to sort the deck.';

Lists

Unordered

  • Dolor pulvinar etiam.
  • Sagittis adipiscing.
  • Felis enim feugiat.

Alternate

  • Dolor pulvinar etiam.
  • Sagittis adipiscing.
  • Felis enim feugiat.

Ordered

  1. Dolor pulvinar etiam.
  2. Etiam vel felis viverra.
  3. Felis enim feugiat.
  4. Dolor pulvinar etiam.
  5. Etiam vel felis lorem.
  6. Felis enim et feugiat.

Icons

Actions

Table

Default

Name Description Price
Item One Ante turpis integer aliquet porttitor. 29.99
Item Two Vis ac commodo adipiscing arcu aliquet. 19.99
Item Three Morbi faucibus arcu accumsan lorem. 29.99
Item Four Vitae integer tempus condimentum. 19.99
Item Five Ante turpis integer aliquet porttitor. 29.99
100.00

Alternate

Name Description Price
Item One Ante turpis integer aliquet porttitor. 29.99
Item Two Vis ac commodo adipiscing arcu aliquet. 19.99
Item Three Morbi faucibus arcu accumsan lorem. 29.99
Item Four Vitae integer tempus condimentum. 19.99
Item Five Ante turpis integer aliquet porttitor. 29.99
100.00

Buttons

  • Disabled
  • Disabled

Form