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AI Cyber Experts helps MSPs deliver enterprise-grade cybersecurity through a unified security platform, co-managed services, and AI automation. Simplify your security stack, reduce costs, and scale operations with fully white-label solutions...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $399/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
VFIX Communications delivers reliable managed IT services for businesses across the San Francisco Bay Area. We support small and midsize organizations with fast helpdesk service, secure cloud solutions, proactive device and user management, and stronger cybersecurity. Our team focuses on clear communication...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $259/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
What Makes Us Different?Personal, White-Glove Service: We provide each client with a dedicated IT resource whounderstands every aspect of their business and how technology drives their success...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Cannon System Design, we are dedicated to providing top-notch IT and A/V installation solutions with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Our experienced team is committed to delivering exceptional results for all your technology needs, ensuring seamless connectivity, enhanced...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Grand Prairie, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Internet Nerdz stands as a premier technology services and consulting firm, dedicated to crafting innovative solutions tailored to meet the intricate demands of your digital transformation journey. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we specialize in developing cutting-edge strategies and solutions...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Pensacola, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Avant Tech is an Innovation driven company operating in the US, Nigeria and the Philippines, We specialize in the recruitment of international across countries and carry our Business Process Outsourcing Services...
Top Services:
- BPO
- IT Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Managed Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Peachtree City, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Krove, our mission is to empower businesses with reliable, secure, and innovative IT solutions. We deliver personalized managed services that keep our clients connected, protected, and prepared for the future. Driven by a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, we simplify complexity, solve...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Pompano Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Evan Fannin, The Network Gurus has kept Southwest Florida businesses running for more than 15 years. From our base in Englewood, we act as the in-house IT department for medical and dermatology practices, auto dealerships, law firms, and CPA firms across Sarasota and Manatee...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Englewood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Have a startup? A seasoned or outdated website? Need help releasing a new product? Want someone to help manage your marketing? Feel like your website has a virus? Host Much can help you develop and establish your company as an authority brand in your industry...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
For managed IT services across US small and medium-sized businesses, LME Services delivers from its Illinois headquarters with a 30-year track record. The firm specializes in cybersecurity, backup and recovery, network support, AI implementation, and compliance work. Clients include Subway, GoHatch...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Hoffman Estates, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
VIT Solutions is a New Yorkbased IT services firm with over 25 years of experience delivering enterprise-level technology support and infrastructure management for businesses across multiple industries, including hospitality, restaurants, and corporate offices. ith a focus on transparency and long-term...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
Ascendant is a Managed Service Provider specializing in managed IT services, cybersecurity, and IT support. With 30+ years of combined experience, Ascendant is recognized for fast response, deep technical knowledge, and consistently high service standards...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Franklin Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Mystic Media is a full-service technology agency specializing in custom software, mobile app, web, and firmware development. Our experienced team works closely with startups, growing businesses, and enterprise organizations...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sandy, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
37SOLUTIONS provides strategic technology leadership and digital services for small businesses and personal brands. We bring enterprise-grade thinking to businesses that don't need a full-time CTO and pair it with hands-on execution across hosting, development, and marketing.Fractional CTO & Technology...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- Managed Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PIVIT Strategy is a business consulting and strategic advisory firm that helps organizations achieve sustainable growth through strategy development, operational improvement, leadership guidance, and data-driven business transformation solutions...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
OC Security Audit provides expert IT and cybersecurity services, including network and system administration, security assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability management, compliance audits (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001), cloud security, firewall configuration, disaster recovery, endpoint protection, and...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award-winning managed IT provider delivering cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure solutions to small and mid-sized businesses across Texas...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- El Campo, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Netcosa provides dependable IT support, cybersecurity, cloud services, and technology management for small and growing businesses. We help companies stay secure, productive, and supported with responsive local service and practical solutions that fit the way they work...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Germantown, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Infracore is a best-in-class Cybersecurity and IT Support Services firm. Founded in 2003, Infracore takes a white-glove approach to providing end-to-end IT infrastructure support, cybersecurity, systems management, network design, compliance, desktop support, and strategic decision guidance...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Protek is a full service IT Management provider. From assisting existing IT staff in companies to managing and taking full accountability for the IT needs and infrastructure in businesses...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Varay Managed IT, LLC, founded in 2003, is a locally owned and operated business focused on providing clients with hosted and managed, professional, and cabling services...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- El Paso, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
IT Partnerships in Strategy, Support, Security. Strategy focused IT Managed Service company providing Full Support and Flex (Co-Managed) support monthly flat rate options. Serving the Carolinas and New York regions...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When it comes to managing IT for your business, you need an expert. Let us show you what responsive, reliable, and accountable IT Support looks like in the world...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PTS places a paramount emphasis on cultivating robust and enduring customer relationships. We forge strategic partnerships with our clients, offering unwavering support in their pursuit of objectives and the optimization of their investments. Whether catering to the needs of a small enterprise or a corporate...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Location
- LaGrange, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ciprian IT is a security-first Managed IT and Cybersecurity provider serving businesses thoughout the Charlotte and Lake Norman region. We help organizations eliminate technology headaches, reduce cyber risk, and improve productivity though proactive IT management, advanced cybersecurity solutions, compliance...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Huntersville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
eSmith IT provides modern office technology solutions and support to make your business more secure and more productive. We utilize cutting edge yet proven solutions and avoid the high costs normally associated with implementing those solutions for our small business customers...
Top Services:
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Huntersville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Kanerika Inc has completed many projects for US clients, including financial services platforms for firms like Cake Mortgage Corp and custom analytics dashboards for IT service companies such as Criterion Systems. Operating from its Austin, Texas headquarters with nearshore, onshore, and offshore delivery...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Headquartered in Sacramento, California, SunstoneIT is a Certified Small Business with a primary focus on providing IT products and solutions to the public sector, as well as private sector companies...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Computer Dimensions offers a wide variety of IT services and solutions that focus on our client’s needs and business objectives...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
SeedTech is a full-stack web development & digital marketing agency with IT support entities. We build industry-leading websites from eCommerce to custom built websites and apps, while providing IT services to ensure business continuity...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Hopatcong, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ABSO Technologies delivers reliable, enterprise-grade Managed IT Services to businesses, municipalities, and nonprofits. Our fully in-house team provides proactive support, cybersecurity, and strategic IT solutions to keep your organization secure, efficient, and focused on growth...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
With 40+ years of experience in technology, we are your trusted partner in software and hardware solutions, specializing in IoT development, manufacturing, management, and technical support. Our expertise extends to pioneering software solutions for IoT monitoring and smart management...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Managed Services
- IoT
- Location
- Sunrise, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
When US startups and enterprise teams need scalable software platforms and senior engineers, DevsData Tech Talent delivers Node.js, React, Python, Java, and cloud development from its New York headquarters and global network. Founded in 2016, the agency maintains over 20,000 vetted candidates and has...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Intelligaia is a CX Design company that works with Business Process Groups to transform the business value of their products. Intelligaia brings innovative DesignOps practices to bridge the gap between strategy and execution at speed and scale...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Apex, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
BNC provides Dallas and Denver-area businesses with quick, local and personalized IT support. With a passionate team of expert engineers, we’re committed to not only helping your business run smoothly, but also educating and equipping you with the data needed to make informed IT decisions. With no long term...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Providus is a global technology partner uniting VCs, founders, and engineers to deliver human-centered, AI-enabled digital transformation. From strategy to scalable execution, we build intelligent solutions tailored to every stage, region, and ambition...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Static Cabling Communications LLC is a professional network cabling and IT infrastructure provider serving businesses in Baytown and Houston, Texas. With a focus on reliability, quality, and responsive support, the company delivers tailored connectivity solutions that keep operations running smoothly...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- Baytown, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Shokworks is a hands on partner for technology scale-ups in late Seed, Series A and even Series B stages to achieve traction and scale. Shokworks develops result-driven products for entrepreneur, startups and enterprises. We delivers custom software development, technology outsourcing and IT consulting...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
FACTn Software, your trusted partner in software engineering outsourcing solutions. Founded with a passion for technological innovation and a commitment to excellence, FACTn Software is dedicated to providing top-tier software engineering talent to companies in the Scandinavian region and beyond...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rivell has completed many projects for US clients, including real estate services firms, manufacturing companies, and a school district technology deployment. Founded in 1997 and based in New Jersey, the firm offers managed IT services, cloud migration, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and VoIP phone...
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- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Mantua Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Texono builds custom mobile, web, and desktop applications for manufacturing companies and machine shops. With a team of 49+ professionals and expertise in .NET, C#, React Native, Angular, Blazor, Azure, and AWS, Texono delivers working prototypes within one week. Every project includes a free 60-day trial...
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- Design Services
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- American Falls, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Datamatics Digital Ltd an entity of Datamatics Global Services Ltd is a well-recognized leading data mining and application development company that delivers avant-garde software services with a specialized focus on web & mobile product engineering, application development & maintenance services...
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- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Market Research
- CRM Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Edison, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Managed IT services give small businesses enterprise grade protection and stability without hiring a full tech team. We standardize devices, patch software, monitor systems 24/7, and test backups preventing many outages and speeding recovery when issues happen. You also get clear guidance on policies and...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SystechCorp is a multinational provider of Managed IT Services and Technology Solutions, with operations in the United States, India, Mexico, and Egypt. We assist businesses in expediting their digital transformation by providing secure, scalable, and agile IT solutions...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- South Plainfield, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ContactWorks is high value / high touch contact center outsourcing business that has a 20+ year history of providing great customer support. We deliver value in a wide range of services including customer service, technical support and client acquisition...
Top Services:
- Customer Support
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- BPO
- Call Centers
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
L3 Networks provides Managed IT Services & Support. From Cyber Security to Cloud Services, L3 Networks keeps your business secure, reliable, and future-proof since 2000...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Cypress, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Medro Inc is a technology consulting and software development company helping businesses accelerate growth through AI, Cloud computing, cybersecurity, managed IT services, and enterprise software solutions. Operating across the United States and India Through Medro Hi-Tech Symbol Private Limited, we partner...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nuventure Connect, established in 2009, delivers sustainable digital transformation through AI, IoT, and managed cloud services, offering secure, scalable global support backed by ISO 27001:2022 and SOC 2 certifications...
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- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Blufig is a full-service B2B marketing agency built for technology, IT services and enterprise software brands. Since 2017 we've partnered with 150+ companies across India, North America, Europe and APAC, running strategy, brand building, demand generation and marketing technology under one roof...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- AEO
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
FX31 Labs is a technology innovation partner specializing in AI, Blockchain, IoT, and custom software development. With 25+ years of leadership, we help startups, scale-ups, and enterprises accelerate growth through MVP development, scalable tech teams, and software outsourcing. Our agile approach ensures...
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- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- HR Outsourcing
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Millburn, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Best Managed IT Services Providers in the US
How to choose the best managed service provider in the United States?
Use the criteria below to narrow your shortlist before moving into detailed discussions:
- Clarify internal requirements
Start by mapping your current IT environment, key pain points, and expected growth. This helps you filter out providers that aren’t built for your scale or complexity. - Look for proven, relevant experience
Prioritize MSPs with experience supporting businesses like yours. Industry familiarity, certifications, and documented results signal the ability to operate within your technical and regulatory landscape. - Assess service breadth and maturity
An experienced MSP should support both daily operations and higher-level needs such as security, cloud optimization, and disaster recovery with the ability to adapt services over time. - Evaluate scalability and stability
The right partner can scale infrastructure and security as your business evolves, without service disruption or constant contract changes. - Review security and compliance readiness
Make sure the MSP you choose has proven experience handling data protection, risk management, and industry-specific compliance requirements. - Measure responsiveness and reliability
Clear SLAs, defined response times, and consistent communication practices are essential for maintaining continuity and minimizing downtime. - Check reputation and transparency
Client reviews and references should provide some insight into how the MSP will operate once the partnership starts.
What results could businesses expect from an MSP?
Working with a managed services provider leads to measurable operational outcomes alongside long-term business benefits. Here’s what you can expect:
- Reduced downtime and disruption
Organizations using managed services report up to a 27% decrease in system downtime, driven by continuous monitoring and faster incident response. - Lower overall IT operating costs
Companies that outsource IT operations report an average 19-30% reduction in IT operational expenses, primarily due to fewer outages, automation, and reduced internal overhead. - Faster issue resolution
AI-backed monitoring and automation used by MSPs have reduced incident response times by up to 40%. - Stronger resilience during security incidents
Managed security services helped mitigate over 36% of ransomware incidents globally in 2024, improving recovery speed and containment. - Better scalability as the business grows
You would be able to scale users, devices, and infrastructure without performance degradation or service gaps.
These results explain why in 2024 more than 68% of enterprises outsourced at least one IT function and why the U.S. accounted for 38% of the global MSP market.
How does a managed IT services company ensure security, compliance, and data protection?
With a global shortage of 3.5 million cybersecurity professionals, 43% of organizations now outsource cybersecurity capabilities to managed providers. MSPs help businesses protect their systems and data through continuous monitoring and compliance-led practices:
- Cybersecurity monitoring and response
MSPs provide 24/7 monitoring across networks, endpoints, and cloud systems. AI-powered detection significantly improves response speed: it reduces average breach detection time from 181 days to 51 days and enables 73% faster containment than in-house teams. - Ransomware and threat mitigation
Layered security controls and rapid isolation help limit the impact of attacks. In 2024, over 36% of global ransomware incidents were mitigated through MSP-managed security services, improving recovery and containment outcomes. - Backup, disaster recovery, and continuity
MSPs maintain encrypted, redundant backups and tested recovery plans, which are required under many regulatory frameworks and critical for minimizing downtime during incidents. - Compliance management
34% of companies adopted managed security services specifically to meet compliance standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR. What MSPs do is track regulatory requirements and maintain audit-ready documentation.
How to tell if a business needs fully managed services or co-managed IT?
The decision comes down to how much internal IT capability you have and how much responsibility you want to retain.
Fully managed IT is typically the right fit if:
- You don’t have an internal IT team or rely on generalist support
- You want to outsource IT operations, security, and maintenance fully
- Predictable monthly costs matter more to you than hands-on control
In this model, the managed services company owns day-to-day IT, including help desk, infrastructure, cybersecurity, compliance, and planning.
Co-managed IT is usually a better option if:
- You already have an internal IT team, but they lack capacity or specialized skills
- You want to retain oversight while outsourcing areas like security, cloud, or monitoring
- Your IT needs to scale with growth or hybrid work
What questions should you ask before hiring a managed services firm?
Asking targeted questions early will help you clarify how a managed service provider operates in practice, beyond sales promises and proposals.
Relevant Background
- What services and technologies/platforms do you specialize in?
- Can you share case studies and client references similar to my project scope and complexity?
- What is your support coverage (e.g., onsite or remote, after-hours coverage)?
Services and Processes
- How are support requests handled end-to-end (e.g., channels, ticket triage, and service level agreements)?
- Which security frameworks and compliance standards do you follow?
- What are our operational governance practices for incident response, escalation, change management, and post-incident reviews?
- What recovery time and recovery point objectives do you commit to, and what architecture/backup assumptions are required to meet them?
Related to Your Project
- Who will manage our systems daily, and what is their seniority level?
- How will you integrate with our existing tools and systems?
- How do you handle scaling and capacity planning as demand grows?
- What level of ongoing support is included after onboarding, and what will be billed separately?
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Managed IT Services FAQs
What can a managed IT service provider do for business?
A managed service provider (MSP) is an external partner that manages and supports your IT systems so your team can focus on running the business instead of fixing tech issues.
MSPs typically handle:
- IT infrastructure management (networks, servers, hardware, and cloud systems)
- Proactive monitoring and maintenance to prevent downtime
- Cybersecurity and data protection, including threat detection and incident response
- Backup and disaster recovery to protect business-critical data
- Help desk and technical support for day-to-day issues
- IT planning and advisory, aligning technology with business goals
As IT environments grow more complex, more U.S. businesses are turning to managed services.
The U.S. managed services market reached $69.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a 10.5% CAGR through 2033, driven by remote work, cloud adoption, and rising cybersecurity threats.
What types of MSPs are there?
Managed service companies can be categorized in two ways:
1. By provider model (how the MSP operates and partners with your business)
| Type | What It Covers | Best For |
| Pure-Play MSPs | Core IT operations like monitoring, maintenance, patching, and system support | Small to mid-sized businesses needing reliable day-to-day IT management |
| Staffing-Led MSPs | Managed IT services combined with IT staff augmentation | Companies that need flexible capacity or temporary technical expertise |
| High-Level (Strategic) MSPs | End-to-end IT management, cybersecurity, cloud strategy, and long-term planning | Enterprises with complex infrastructure and strategic IT needs |
2. By service focus (what specific IT functions they manage)
Most specialize in one or more of the following areas:
- IT support: Ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and system maintenance
- Security services: Threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance support
- Cloud services: Cloud migration, optimization, and ongoing management
- Network services: Network monitoring, performance optimization, and connectivity management
- Backup & disaster recovery: Data protection, backups, and business continuity planning
- Industry-specific: Tailored IT support for regulated sectors like healthcare, finance, retail, and legal
What benefits can businesses expect from managed IT service providers?
MSP services are designed to reduce operational strain and create more stability. Here’s what they bring to the table:
- Predictable IT costs
Fixed or subscription-based pricing reduces budget uncertainty and unexpected expenses. - Access to specialized expertise
On-demand support across infrastructure, cloud, security, and compliance. - Proactive system oversight
Performance issues now carry the same business impact as outages. According to Catchpoint’s SRE Report 2025, 53% of organizations agree that “slow is the new down,” reinforcing why proactive monitoring and performance management are core managed services benefits. - Stronger security foundations
Continuous threat monitoring, patching, and security controls reduce exposure to cyber risks. This is an increasing priority as the FBI recorded 859,532 cyberattacks in the U.S. in 2024, marking a 144% increase since 2018. - Simplified compliance support
Built-in processes ensure you meet regulatory requirements like HIPAA and PCI DSS. - Optimized technology management
Guidance on selecting, maintaining, and updating systems helps you avoid waste. - More focus on core work
Internal teams spend less time on IT operations and more on business priorities.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and managed services?
Staff augmentation providers and managed service providers both offer IT outsourcing solutions, but they differ in several key ways:
| Aspect | Staff Augmentation | Managed Services |
| Primary purpose | Fill skill or capacity gaps | Fully manage defined IT functions |
| Control | Client retains full control | Provider owns delivery and outcomes |
| Engagement type | Short-term or project-based | Usually ongoing, long-term partnership |
| Accountability | Client manages performance | Provider accountable via SLAs |
| Team integration | Works as part of your in-house team | Operates as an external IT owner |
| Cost structure | Hourly or contract-based | Typically fixed or subscription-based |
How much do managed service providers in the USA charge?
On average, managed service firms charge $150-$400 per user per month or $175-$300 per hour. For enterprise-level projects, pricing can start at $10,000 per month.
Main factors that influence MSP pricing:
- Number of users or devices
- Scope of managed services
- Infrastructure complexity and data volume
- Contract length and service hours
Common MSP pricing models:
- Per-user pricing: Predictable costs tied to headcount
- Per-device pricing: Charges based on supported hardware
- Tiered plans: Different service levels at increasing prices
- Flat-rate pricing: Unlimited support for a fixed monthly fee
- À la carte services: Pay only for specific IT needs