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Best Chicago IT Managed Services Providers

5 Companies - Rankings updated: September 02, 2026

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  • a1qa

    Your helping hand in software quality

    a1qa, a global pure-play QA and test automation provider, brings over 20 years of expertise in delivering quality assurance and software testing services. The organization adjusts its workflows to comply with ISO 9001/27001 standards...

    Top Services:

    • Software Testing
    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed

    a1qa Services

    • Software Testing
    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
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    • Adidas
    • Pearson
    • SAP
    • Acronis
    • Expedia
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    a1qa Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous Chief Engineering Officer at Confidential
      5.0 ★

      Applications Review from Anonymous

      Working with A1QA has been exceptional since the very beginning. Their professionalism, efficiency, and quality of work often exceed what we’ve seen from much larger providers. From the early planning stages through test execution and continuous improvements, the team has shown strong expertise and maintained clear, reliable communication. Their dedicated focus on QA has given us an experienced group that manages the entire process with little need for oversight on our side. They are true experts in their field.

    • Undisclosed
      Undisclosed Research and Development Manager at IT Company
      5.0 ★

      Software Testing Review from Undisclosed

      Highly qualified staff and quick search for new employees. The outstaffed guys have high technical expertise and are well-versed in the latest technologies. My overall experience with the service has been positive. Their guys have integrated well with our in-house staff and contributed significantly to projects.

    • Rick Fox
      Rick Fox QA Lead at Bally's Interactive
      5.0 ★

      Software Testing Review from Rick Fox

      The team's clear communication and hardworking nature made them easy to work with. Tasks included writing and managing test cases and conducting various QA tests, such as feature acceptance and regression testing. Worked alongside internal teams to ensure we tested the priority each Day & Week of the project. Issues raised communicated out so any blockers were prioritised appropriately.

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    4.9 4.9 (10)

  • Simform

    Your Product Engineering & Gen AI Partner

    Simform is a premier digital engineering company specializing in Product Engineering, Cloud, Data, Agentic AI, and Enterprise Platform Innovation. We help enterprises and high-growth ISVs build digital experiences and scalable, enterprise-grade products what work at scale...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • AI Development
    • Big Data Analytics
    • DevOps Consulting
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Simform Services

    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • AI Development
    • Big Data Analytics
    • DevOps Consulting
    • IoT
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
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    • Sony Music (EMI)
    • Pepsico
    • Zep Inc
    • Intralinks
    • Nxt-ID
    • FreeWire Inc
    • Accent Inc
    • Mission Rabies
    • DoggyBnB
    • Drizzle Labs
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    Simform Reviews & Testimonials

    • Andrew Muroff
      Andrew Muroff CEO at Strainprint Technologies Ltd.
      5.0 ★

      Software Development Review from Andrew Muroff

      We worked with Simform for many years ongoing software development on our core product, the Strainprint mobile outcomes tracker for medical cannabis patients. We have only positive things to say about their work product and attention to detail. We highly recommend them and will work with them again.

    • Robel Yemane
      Robel Yemane Head of Engineering at Privilee
      5.0 ★

      Software Development Review from Robel Yemane

      I've been working with Simform for over six months now. The engagement began with bringing our subscription management platform in-house, and we've since expanded the partnership to other projects due to their broad skill set and consistent reliability. They've gone the extra mileeven over weekends and public holidaysto help us move faster when needed. Communication and project management have been excellent, with any issues swiftly addressed. It genuinely felt like Simform was invested in our success. Having worked with similar firms throughout my career, I can confidently say Simform stands out and comes highly recommended.

    • Russ Makhauri
      Russ Makhauri Front-End Engineer at Midas
      5.0 ★

      Software Development Review from Russ Makhauri

      We worked with Simform to hire a front-end engineer for our SaaS platform. The process was well-organized, and their team was professional, responsive, and efficient. They quickly identified a candidate who met our technical requirements and ensured a smooth onboarding process. Simforms communication and project management were strong throughout the engagement. They were proactive in addressing feedback and remained flexible in adapting to our needs. While there is some room for improvement in developer vetting and quality assurance, their overall service was excellent. For companies looking to scale their development teams efficiently, Simform is a reliable partner. Their structured approach, responsiveness, and commitment to client satisfaction make them a great choice. We would recommend them without hesitation.

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    4.9 4.9 (16)
    4.8 4.8 (21)

  • Azumo

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    Build Intelligent Apps for Web, Mobile, Data, AI and Cloud

    Azumo helps businesses build intelligent apps by providing top-tier developers skilled in AI, data engineering and enterprise web & mobile applications. Our expertise has earned the trust of industry leaders like Facebook, Twitter, Discovery, Zynga, and NCSoft...

    Top Services:

    • 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.
      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
      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
      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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    4.8 4.8 (12)
    4.6 4.6 (20)

  • IT GOAT

    Less IT More Business

    Managed IT and cybersecurity provider delivering 80-second average response times, 6-minute average resolution times, 100% U.S.-based support, and 97.5% customer satisfaction to help businesses reduce downtime, improve productivity, and operate securely...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    IT GOAT Services

    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Staff Augmentation
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    • Quadratic Insights
    • Educational First Steps
    • MAC Executive Recruiters
    • Legacy Lawns
    • NorthPeak Manufacturing
    • SummitCare Health
    • RedLine Logistics
    • Harbor Financial Group
    • Apex Legal Partners
    • BlueWave Energy
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    IT GOAT Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anne Glasscock
      Anne Glasscock Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Anne Glasscock's Review Sourced from Google

      IT Goat is our IT provider and we could not be more pleased with them. THey are very responsive to issues and help us with the AV equipment for all of our events. All of the staff that we have worked with have been exceptional.

    • Dawn Spicer
      Dawn Spicer Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Dawn Spicer's Review Sourced from Google

      We love IT Goat they are on top of things for our organization. They work quickly on any issues we are having. Thank you for having such a great Team!

    • Nick Cassavechia
      Nick Cassavechia Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Nick Cassavechia's Review Sourced from Google

      IT Goat has been an amazing partner for my company and office building over the past 4+ years. From the original set up, to moving our headquarters, to day-to-day issues (which have been minimal thanks to them). They are extremely responsive, communicate very well, and have solved everything in a timely manner resulting in zero disruption to my business. We couldn't be more pleased with IT Goat.

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    5.0 5.0 (78)

  • Hristov Development

    Expert Software Engineers.

    Our team of expert software engineers leads our clients through the product development process, laying out clear expectations and goals to hasten the product's time to market...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Hristov Development Services

    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Managed Services
    • Cloud Consulting
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    • Cylindo
    • Veoci
    • Seagen
    • GetSkip
    • Train Heroic
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