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Best IT Companies Chicago
19 Companies-Rankings updated: September 09, 2026
DesignRush lists every Chicago IT service provider based on technical capabilities, service coverage, and verified client experiences. Some listings may be sponsored.
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Your AI-Native Technology Partner
AI-native software development company. We build intelligent digital products with agentic AI, RAG, web, mobile, and no-code 250+ products shipped across 13+ countries...
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AI Development
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Staff Augmentation
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$35/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
14 Projects Listed
Unico Connect Services
AI Development
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Staff Augmentation
DevOps Consulting
Big Data Analytics
Cloud Consulting
UI/UX Design
Web Design
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Highlands Charter School
AO Foundation
abc carpet & home
StayVista
Deep Meditate
FranchiseLab
Futwork
Alt Codes
Ecomm Pulse
Worxogo
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Unico Connect Reviews & Testimonials
Shifa Sutar
Marketing at Blix
4.5★
Web Development Review from Shifa Sutar
We had a great experience working with Unico team for our Google Workspace migration and account setup. The entire process was smooth and well-managed. The team was extremely supportive, responsive, and guided us at every step, making what could have been a complex transition feel effortless. Highly recommend their services.
Heta Patel
Expansion Head at The Blue Kite
4.8★
Website Redesign Review from Heta Patel
We engaged with Unico for website design and front-end coding for the same. It was a good experience overall. Initially we faced some issues which were resolved and the team mates for coding were great, had good knowledge and were able to deliver as per our expectations.
Hrishabh Sanghvi
Founder & CPTO at Railofy
4.7★
Web Development Review from Hrishabh Sanghvi
We have been working with Unico for over 5 years now. Very happy with their services and responsiveness. They are very customer-centric in their approach. We moved away from a larger firm to Unico, since this mid-size has a very cooperative engagement which worked well for us. Recommend them to anyone in Seed to Series B stage.
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RisingMax Inc., a prominent IT consulting company based in NYC, collaborates with startups and Fortune 500 companies, offering advanced IT solutions, chatbot solution, and smart strategies to streamline business operations and explore new opportunities...
Top Services:
Mobile App Development
Web Development
Software Development
Blockchain
Software Testing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
RisingMax Services
Mobile App Development
Web Development
Software Development
Blockchain
Software Testing
AI Development
Big Data Analytics
Staff Augmentation
Product Design
IT Services
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GoCar Malaysia
Homely
Fivesec Health
The Iconic
Ledhut
Skillsoft
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RisingMax Reviews & Testimonials
Ben Mark
App Manager at Easy Life
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Ben Mark
We were encountering a multitude of problems with our Equalizer - Bass Booster & Volume Booster app, from persistent background running issues to optimization and compatibility concerns. So we decided to hire RisingMax's team to tackle these issues head-on.
The results were nothing short of impressive. The compatibility issues that had been plaguing us for months were swiftly addressed, and the end product was nothing short of amazing. Our app now runs smoothly and efficiently.
Mark Cabrera
Digital Marketing Manager at Fit Insole
5.0★
Healthcare Review from Mark Cabrera
RisingMax Inc.'s entire staff is supportive. They provide their customers with high-quality services and care about them. They take on tasks with a sense of responsibility, work hard, and meet deadlines. During the consultation, there was a constructive discussion. The project manager was taking notes and providing further suggestions while the developers pooled their resources to create any helpful software, which I thought was fantastic. I appreciated the initiative.
Dawson Thomas
Manager at CargoNetzy
5.0★
Web Development Review from Dawson Thomas
The work management of the team is impressive. I am also appreciative of their attention to detail and the requirements of the client. They took feedback constructively and made sure that the website was going in the direction I wanted it to go.
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Turning Digital Ideas into Powerful & Lucrative Realities
Wezom delivers custom software, mobile and web development, DevOps, AI, and IoT solutions across logistics, fintech, and manufacturing, with 3,500+ projects completed. It suits mid-size to enterprise businesses seeking a full-service IT partner with a dedicated team or ERP capabilities...
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IT Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Web Design
eCommerce Development
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
27 Projects Listed
Wezom Services
IT Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Cybersecurity
UI/UX Design
Business Consulting
ERP Consulting
Big Data Analytics
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Metinvest
John Deer
Roshen
INTERPIPE
Aptiv
Toyota Material Handling
SCHWARZ LOGISTICS
Cooper & Hunter
OneVoiPlanet
Nova Lines
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Wezom Reviews & Testimonials
Elena Nosenko
Lead Account Manager at Elogic Commerce
5.0★
IT Services Review from Elena Nosenko
Elogic Commerce highly recommends WEZOM as a trusted partner for CRM system development. They demonstrated a deep understanding of our needs and delivered a custom solution that optimized workflows, enhanced client engagement and ensured scalability.
WEZOMs professionalism, technical expertise, and dedication made the collaboration seamless and productive. We confidently recommend them to any business seeking a reliable partner for CRM development.
Victoria Savchuk
Marketing Manager at Alcor
5.0★
Software Development Review from Victoria Savchuk
Alcor is pleased to recommend WEZOM as a reliable partner in the development and implementation of an R&D center management system.
WEZOM demonstrated a deep understanding of our business needs and successfully implemented a platform
Violeta Baranovska
Head of Marketing at VT Labs
5.0★
Software Development Review from Violeta Baranovska
VT Labs is incredibly impressed with WEZOM's expertise in developing custom VR/AR marketing and sales tools for our client. The collaboration was fascinating and successful.
We were looking for ways to showcase VR/AR technology in a more engaging and immersive manner. WEZOM listened to our needs and created stunning VR experiences and interactive sales presentations that truly capture the power of VR/AR.
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Build Intelligent Apps for Web, Mobile, Data, AI and Cloud
Azumo provides nearshore software development through dedicated teams and staff augmentation, covering AI, data engineering, cloud, and mobile. The IT company serves fintech, healthcare, and SaaS sectors. It’s best for mid-size companies seeking outsourced development with senior technical oversight...
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AI Development
Software Development
Staff Augmentation
Mobile App Development
Big Data Analytics
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$55/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
9 Projects Listed
Azumo Services
AI Development
Software Development
Staff Augmentation
Mobile App Development
Big Data Analytics
DevOps Consulting
Cloud Consulting
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Discovery Channel
Meta
Zynga
Jostens
Assembled Brands
NGL
NCSoft
Twitter
Horoscope.com
Bento
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Azumo Reviews & Testimonials
Michael S.
Director at Software Development Company
5.0★
Software Development Review from Michael S.
We selected Azumo to develop our software. We transitioned from another development company, so Azumo was initially responsible for migrating our existing code and environments. We are currently still working with Azumo as our nearshore software development team on adding new items to our software.
Anonymous
CTO at Healthcare Company
5.0★
UI/UX Design Review from Anonymous
Azumo helped us migrate our existing UIs into a new framework, creating reusable components and the infrastructure needed for future development. The developer they assigned became a seamless part of our team, always punctual, responsive, and a great fit overall.
Anonymous
VP Product & Engineering at Sales & Mktg Software Company
5.0★
Software Development Review from Anonymous
Thanks to Azumo’s work, our product is now more scalable, optimized, and ready for a growing user base. Their team has managed the engagement effectively, keeping us updated and addressing any challenges along the way. We’ve appreciated their constant availability and proactive communication.
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Brightlab is an independent design & development studio that has one rule helping startups and big-scale enterprises build the most innovative online products in the market...
Top Services:
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
UI/UX Design
Software Development
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
11 Projects Listed
Brightlab Services
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
UI/UX Design
Software Development
Mobile App Development
IT Services
AI Development
DevOps Consulting
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MURAL Labs
Songsterr
HomesCooks
Alpha One
eDomus
TELE2
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Brightlab Reviews & Testimonials
Yiannis Kaznessis
Founder and CEO at AgThera Inc.
5.0★
Web Design Review from Yiannis Kaznessis
Our website was established and redesigned by Brightlab, and it receives a lot of traffic. Our interaction with Brightlab team was exceptional. They were dependable, communicative, and responsive. They were really easy to work with and quickly grasped what I was striving for. Additionally, there weren't many mistakes to fix after development. Incredibly capable and productive team!
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Empower your global transformation with Flexsin - Let's get you set up!
Flexsin is a certified Microsoft application development partner, known for its leading ASP.NET development services. Our team, based in India, is dedicated to delivering flexible, reliable, and customized web and enterprise applications that meet the unique needs of each enterprise...
Top Services:
DevOps Consulting
VR/AR
Software Development
Digital Marketing
IT Services
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Flexsin Services
DevOps Consulting
VR/AR
Software Development
Digital Marketing
IT Services
SEO
Web Development
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Johnson & Johnson
Daikin
Videocon
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Flexsin Reviews & Testimonials
1 2
Review from Google
1.0★
1 2's Review Sourced from Google
We hired flexsin technologies to build software for us in July 2022. They agreed to sign NDAs and all relevant paperwork. They prepared the NDA as they preferred it and sent it to us for review and signature. We reviewed the NDA and changed the Jurisdiction to UK and sent it back to them for a signature which they delayed in signing up to date. After they reviewed everything, they gave us an estimation of USD 17,000. They sent us a contract with upper price cap stating that any extra activities and costs incurred above the agreed upper price cap will be their responsibility and we as the client will have to pay nothing extra. They estimated the project will take 12-14 weeks. They started the project and assured us the NDA and Contract is getting sorted and they will send it over as soon as. Long story short flexsin Technology never honoured the contract and the price cap as the price started increasing past the price cap. It is now been 8 months since they started the project and they have not signed the NDA nor the Contract as agreed. We noticed they misspelt the names on the NDA and Contract. We asked them to rectify the spelling mistakes and they have refused asking us to Change the NDA that they wrote themselves to meet their interests. They are asking us to include on the NDA that UPwork will resolve disputes in relation to incorrect spellings on the paperwork and the NDA as if they are planning to make more mistakes. Up work is just a platform that brings developers and clients together, UPwork does not resolve spelling mistakes and unsigned paperwork. UPwork is NOT developing our software for us, we did NOT share the software information with UPwork, we shared information with Flexsins Technologies and above all Up work did NOT misspell or fail to sign the NDA or Contract, that was Flexsins Technologies mistakes to fix and NOT UPwork mistakes to fix. They are now asking to write another contract for more money probably with another price cap just to lure. They have agreed to send the assets back to us immediately. Updates of this review to follow on here, twitter, LinkedIn, IG, TikTok, and any other platform.
Liam Durbin
Review from Google
5.0★
Liam Durbin's Review Sourced from Google
I have had a great experience with Flexsin. My small business is a bit of a niche (horse racing) but the team at Flexsin worked very hard to understand the nuances. Very impressive breadth of skills on the team. The support work they do for my small business on a monthly retainer has been good, as has their project work on a mobile app.
Dave Reynolds
Review from Google
5.0★
Dave Reynolds's Review Sourced from Google
I've been with Flexsin for 3 years now, and it's a great place to work. Talented technical staff and good management. After years of providing IT staffing solutions for US based companies with local personnel, I'm now able to save our clients a LOT of money by using the resources of our talented team of resources at our offshore development center instead.
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iSimplifyMe is an AI Infrastructure & Orchestration firm. We architect and operate production AI on private AWS...
Top Services:
AI Development
Software Development
Cloud Consulting
CRM Consulting
IT Services
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$299/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
iSimplifyMe Services
AI Development
Software Development
Cloud Consulting
CRM Consulting
IT Services
DevOps Consulting
Web Development
IT Compliance Solution
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Bartco Lighting
Dr Jay Calvert
Signature Dentistry
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iSimplifyMe Reviews & Testimonials
Dr. Millicent Rovelo
Review from Google
5.0★
Dr. Millicent Rovelo's Review Sourced from Google
I could not be happier with this company! I have had two websites designed by them and the whole experience was amazing. Their technology and skills are top of the line and their customer service is excellent. Not to mention a good eye for aesthetics and skilled at SEO building. Highly recommend!!
Nikki Lazzara
Review from Google
5.0★
Nikki Lazzara's Review Sourced from Google
Joe and James and AJ have done wonders for our business. Excellent design as well as support while we navigate our new website. Professional. I highly recommend them if you are looking to improve your digital marketing.
Anita Patel
Review from Google
5.0★
Anita Patel's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve worked with ISimplifyMe on a number of different projects over the years, and I think they are second to none. I am very particular about whom I choose to work with, and had interviewed a lot of companies before deciding to go with ISimplifyMe. I had contemplated going with a local company (Los Angeles), thinking it may be easier to communicate, but with ISimplifyMe the time difference was a nonissue. They replied faster and more thoroughly than local companies, and have been able to deliver time and time again. They have consistently produced high quality work, while being honest, reliable, and trustworthy.
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CodingCops is an AI-native technology and engineering partner specializing in AI development, vetted engineering talent, Salesforce, product & software development, and cloud & DevOps...
Top Services:
AI Development
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Staff Augmentation
DevOps Consulting
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$35/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
CodingCops Services
AI Development
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Staff Augmentation
DevOps Consulting
Cloud Consulting
Web Development
Big Data Analytics
Product Design
IT Services
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Genuity
Revinate
Lango
Eventbrite
Locable
Go Moment
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CodingCops Reviews & Testimonials
kathi Richard
Review from Google
5.0★
kathi Richard's Review Sourced from Google
We had this cool idea to create adaptive learning paths for our students based on their quiz performance and interaction patterns. But building the logic was beyond our team’s expertise. CodingCops helped us hire AI developers who designed a lightweight recommendation model that personalized learning modules dynamically. It made our platform way more engaging for students.
Ashley Kai
Review from Google
5.0★
Ashley Kai's Review Sourced from Google
CodingCops has some of the best engineers out there. We brought on a QA Automation Engineer through them, and he turned out to be the best we’ve worked with after trying several contractors before. Super skilled, technically sharp, and he really took ownership of QA. He felt like part of our team from day one, not an outsider. We’ll definitely be going back to CodingCops again, not just for this role but for others too.
Rachel Willy
Review from Google
4.0★
Rachel Willy's Review Sourced from Google
They’ve done an excellent job connecting me with a skilled developer. They’ve also been very responsive in addressing any issues along the way. I’m extremely satisfied with both the service CodingCops provides and the developer I’ve had the chance to work with.
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EY offers Accounting, Business Consulting, and IT Services with a mission to build a better working world. It provides insights and quality services that instill trust in global capital markets and economies. EY focuses on developing exceptional leaders who deliver on their commitments to all stakeholders...
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Business Consulting
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
Cybersecurity
IT Services
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
EY Services
Business Consulting
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
Cybersecurity
IT Services
AI Development
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sa.global, a trusted Microsoft partner, delivers cloud-based, vertical-focused solutions using Microsoft business applications & the Microsoft Business Cloud. Serving project-based verticals with 800,000+ users in 80 countries, sa.global has 30+ years of experience and multiple Microsoft accolades...
Top Services:
ERP Consulting
CRM Consulting
Cloud Consulting
IT Services
Business Consulting
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
sa.global Services
ERP Consulting
CRM Consulting
Cloud Consulting
IT Services
Business Consulting
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Beyond Key is a global IT Software Development Company offering consulting, technology, and outsourcing solutions and catering to clients in the United States, Australia, UK, Germany, MENA and South Asian countries. We have marked a global presence in USA with our offices in Lafayette and Chicago...
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Software Development
AI Development
Mobile App Development
IoT
eCommerce Development
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
BeyondKey Systems Services
Software Development
AI Development
Mobile App Development
IoT
eCommerce Development
IT Services
Software Testing
Big Data Analytics
CRM Consulting
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Globally Recognized Digital and Engineering Solutions Partner.
Named Best AI Company and Software Development Company by The Netty Awards, Opinov8 is a global technology firm with development hubs across the United States, Europe, and Egypt...
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Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Big Data Analytics
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$42/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Opinov8 Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Big Data Analytics
Staff Augmentation
Cloud Consulting
DevOps Consulting
IT Services
AI Development
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Small Business Accounting, Technology, & Growth Consulting.
Fred Lundin CPA LLC is a Chicago-based CPA accounting and technology consulting firm specializing in serving e-commerce, solopreneurs, and small business owners. With a dedicated focus on these sectors, we provide tailored financial and technological solutions to help our clients thrive in their respective...
Top Services:
Business Consulting
Market Research
Accounting
BPO
CRM Consulting
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Fred Lundin CPA LLC Services
Business Consulting
Market Research
Accounting
BPO
CRM Consulting
ERP Consulting
Cybersecurity
IT Services
IT Compliance Solution
Cloud Consulting
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Genpact (NYSE: G) is a global professional services firm that makes business transformation real. We drive digital-led innovation and digitally-enabled intelligent operations for our clients, guided by our experience running thousands of processes primarily for Global Fortune 500 companies...
Top Services:
IT Services
Managed Services
AI Development
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Genpact Services
IT Services
Managed Services
AI Development
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Finance Industry
Construction Industry
Healthcare Industry
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Genpact Reviews & Testimonials
Balinda Deev
Review from Google
1.0★
Balinda Deev's Review Sourced from Google
I don't know if the company is real owned by India but they have so many subsidiaries like a company called Retail Business Services, LLC and they have a Concord, NC phone number and a PO box in Georgia wanting to own the whole world this company doesn't answer their phone I think its just a front company....Beware do not do business they are liars!
Amy Michelle
Review from Google
5.0★
Amy Michelle's Review Sourced from Google
Impact I had to call Gen pact a week or so ago concerning a job offer. Only it really wasn't a legitimate job offer. The lady who answered my phone call, knew immediately what was going on and explained to me she was very sympathetic and apologetic on what happened. One of the major career forms that millions of people use to look for a job happen to have a breach of security.Which ultimately led to false jobs being offered. I had waited over a week and thought that things seemed off.They were aware of the problem and took care of it. Whereas the platform I won't mention the name of that platform could care less and didn't do anything about the situation let alone for inform for me.
Javelin Alerts
Review from Google
1.0★
Javelin Alerts's Review Sourced from Google
[CASE] REVIEW ACCURATE AND TRANSPARENT. BE WARY WITH ALL PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DECISIONS TO BE MADE.
This company is operated with questionable management personnel, uncertain ethics and acquittal performance. Any acceptance here to leverage corporate insurance practice from this company, over the tens of hundreds of others, should worry many. Literally, take a review peak, and run.
Truest,
Javelin
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Moon Technolabs, an ISO-certified global software company, has 17+ years of experience, 1650+ projects, and 400+ experts. We specialize in custom software, web, and mobile app development, delivering innovative solutions that exceed client expectations...
Top Services:
AI Development
IoT
Software Development
Mobile App Development
DevOps Consulting
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
Moon Technolabs Services
AI Development
IoT
Software Development
Mobile App Development
DevOps Consulting
ERP Consulting
VR/AR
Wearables
Big Data Analytics
IT Services
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Seekrz
Freelap
LCBO
Mercer
Siemens
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Moon Technolabs Reviews & Testimonials
Ethan Collins
Review from Google
5.0★
Ethan Collins's Review Sourced from Google
We needed a cross-platform app fast — Moon Technolabs used Flutter and delivered on time with great quality. The app looks great and runs perfectly on both iOS and Android!
Olivia Bennet
Review from Google
5.0★
Olivia Bennet's Review Sourced from Google
Moon Technolabs got our idea from day one. They built a reliable SaaS product using Vue.js and Laravel, and the whole process felt smooth and stress-free. Super happy with their work!.
Vasili Shcherbakov
Review from Google
5.0★
Vasili Shcherbakov's Review Sourced from Google
Moon Technolabs truly elevated our customer experience! Their ML solutions helped us better understand user behavior and deliver more personalized services—I'm super impressed!
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Star Knowledge is a globally recognized bespoke software development company with 10 years of experience across mobile, performance testing, web and cloud technologies, and manage IT services, We're a Microsoft Gold Partner widely preferred for complex to simple cloud computing & cloud migration services...
Top Services:
Mobile App Development
Software Testing
DevOps Consulting
IT Services
Cybersecurity
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
Star Knowledge Services
Mobile App Development
Software Testing
DevOps Consulting
IT Services
Cybersecurity
Software Development
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Frequently Asked Questions About Top IT Services in Chicago
What services does an IT company in Chicago typically provide?
IT companies in Chicago typically provide a suite of managed IT services that serve as an external tech department for businesses.
Common service offerings include:
1. Managed support and infrastructure
24/7 help desk: Remote and on-site technical support for hardware and software issues.
Network management: Setup and maintenance of LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and server infrastructure.
IT asset management: Tracking and updating devices (PCs, servers, and mobile devices).
2. Cybersecurity and compliance
Threat protection: Implementation of firewalls, endpoint protection, and antivirus software.
Security training: Employee awareness programs to prevent phishing and social engineering.
Regulatory compliance: Ensuring systems meet industry-specific standards like HIPAA (Healthcare), FINRA (Finance), or CMMC (Defense).
3. Cloud and communication
Cloud services: Migration and management for platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and AWS/Azure.
VoIP solutions: Modern internet-based phone systems and unified communication tools (Teams, Zoom).
4. Strategy and continuity
Business continuity: Data backup and disaster recovery planning to minimize downtime.
Virtual CIO (vCIO): Strategic consulting to align technology investments with long-term business goals.
How do these services reduce business downtime?
IT services in Chicago reduce downtime primarily by shifting from a reactive (fix it when it breaks) to a proactive (prevent it before it breaks) model.
Managed service providers (MSPs) use 24/7 monitoring tools to identify early warning signs, such as a failing hard drive or unusual network spikes, which allows them to resolve issues before they escalate into full-scale outages. Maintenance often happens after hours, ensuring your team stays productive without technical interruptions.
Beyond daily prevention, these services minimize downtime through robust disaster recovery (DR) and automation. The IT company in Chicago automatically backs up your data and maintains a ready-to-use backup system. If there is a cyberattack or hardware failure, they can restore your systems within minutes instead of days.
Additionally, automated security patching and standardized system configurations eliminate human errors and compatibility quirks that frequently cause unplanned crashes.
What is the difference between managed IT and co-managed IT?
Feature
Managed IT
Co-managed IT
Primary goal
Outsource the entire IT function
Augment and support an existing team
Internal staff
Not required (or zero)
Required (at least one IT lead)
Control
The provider makes most daily decisions
Shared; internal team retains oversight
Accountability
MSP is solely responsible for uptime
Shared responsibility between both teams
Cost structure
Predictable, all-inclusive monthly fee
Variable fee + internal salaries/benefits
Best for
Small to mid-sized firms without IT
Mid-sized to large firms with overstretched IT
Tools/licenses
Provided and managed by MSP
Shared access to MSP's enterprise tools
In a managed model, the external provider – IT firm Chicago - is your IT department. In a co-managed model, the external provider is an extension of your existing in-house team.
Managed IT (Fully managed)
The Managed Service Provider (MSP) assumes 100% responsibility for your technology. They handle all, from the help desk and hardware to high-level cybersecurity and long-term strategic road mapping. This model is suitable for organizations without internal IT staff that want a turnkey solution with a predictable monthly cost.
Co-managed IT
This is a partnership in which responsibilities are split between your in-house IT staff and the MSP. Your internal team typically handles daily user requests, while the MSP provides specialized tools, 24/7 monitoring, or heavy-duty engineering that a small internal team lacks. It prevents burnout and fills skill gaps without replacing existing employees.
What is the cost structure for IT services in Chicago?
This is the most common structure. You pay a fixed monthly fee.
Pricing:
$100 to $250 per user per month for full IT support
$50 to $150 per device per month for device-level support
What it includes:
Helpdesk support
Cybersecurity protection
System monitoring
Data backups
Software updates
Compliance support
2. Hourly pricing (Break/fix or prepaid hours)
You pay only when you need help, no monthly contract. Cost increases if problems happen often.
Pricing:
$120 to $280 per hour for on-demand support
$50 to $225 per hour if you pre-buy hours
3. Specialized services pricing
Used for compliance, audits, or advanced security.
Pricing: $100 to $500 per hour or $50 to $150 per device per month
Used for:
HIPAA or SOC compliance
Security audits
Risk assessments
How does the Chicago Cloud Tax affect IT costs in 2026?
In 2026, the Chicago Cloud Tax, or the Personal Property Lease Transaction Tax (PPLTT), increased from 11% to 15% on January 1st. This tax specifically targets nonpossessory computer leases, which include almost all cloud-based software (SaaS), infrastructure (IaaS), and platform services (PaaS) used within city limits.
For local businesses, this means any subscription to tools like Microsoft 365, AWS, Zoom, or Salesforce now carries a 15% surcharge, often passed directly from the provider to the customer's invoice.
This rate hike makes Chicago's technology costs among the highest in the country, as most other jurisdictions do not impose such a steep local tax on digital services. While there is an exemption for startups under 5 years old with less than $25 million in revenue, established mid-sized companies must factor in the 15% overhead in their IT budgets.
To manage these costs, many Chicago IT firms are increasingly using apportionment affidavits, which allow them to pay tax only on the percentage of employees working in the city rather than on their entire global workforce.
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