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- Managed Services
- IT Services
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- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
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...
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- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
CyberDuo empowers organizations through secure digital transformation. We drive productivity, foster innovation and build resilient IT environments with cutting-edge solutions. Trust us to protect your digital assets...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our mission is to deliver a crazy good customer service.We aim to provide effective, relevant, and reliable IT solutions to our clients, delivered with exceptional customer service and transparency from start to finish...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Kent, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
We provide data, cloud, product, and quality engineering services for enterprises that need to transform with predictability. We partner with our customers on high-priority, high-visibility projects where failure is not an option. And we only work with customers who want a partner that is invested in the same...
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- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Stratford, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nuvodia is a technology services organization that creates, manages, secures and supports mission-critical IT environments...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WordSphere, one of the premier WordPress Design, Development & Management Comapanies. Specializes in building custom websites on WordPress - one of the world's trendy web platforms - at very reasonable market price...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
SupraBT is a multinational company that offers a variety of services and technological solutions. These offerings make it possible for business processes to be developed across a variety of industries by integrating and innovating information technology and communications in a manner that is responsive to the...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We at 5Fusion Tech LLC, develop your best websites, software's and social media marketing and guide you throughout the process to facilitate your business and make it easy for your to other aspects of your business...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- CRM Consulting
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nimap Infotech: Leading IT solutions provider specializing in web development, mobile app development, and software services. With a focus on innovation and client satisfaction, Nimap offers scalable and customized solutions to meet diverse business needs...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NGenious Solutions Inc. is a Certified Microsoft Solutions Partner, offering a comprehensive range of services including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, ServiceNow, Business Central, Dynamics, Power Platform, and more. With our corporate headquarters in New Jersey and an offshore engineering center in India, we...
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- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Piscataway, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Nerdbug is a world-class offshore software development company that caters to businesses across various industries and growth stages, with precision and a passion for excellence. Contact us for cost-effective and timely delivery of AI & Ml software solutions, Web & Mobile app development, Custom enterprise...
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- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
AptaCloud is your strategic partner for innovative cloud solutions and digital transformation services tailored for the business-to-business market. Since its inception, AptaCloud has dedicated itself to helping enterprises navigate the complexities of modern technology landscapes, optimizing processes...
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- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Richardson, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Auxiliobits is a global software consulting and artificial intelligence advisory company. Auxiliobits drives digital transformation by reinventing enterprise operations through hyper automation and AI-enabled applications...
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- DevOps Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Managed Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We are an emerging IT and business consulting company providing services to industry leading clientele in North America, Europe and the Middle East. Our purpose is to enable our partners to build sustainable competitive advantage. We achieve this by enhancing organizational capabilities and optimizing...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Exinent LLC is committed to be your trusted partner for Cloud Migration and Managed IT & Security services. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to elevate your business and drive success in todays ever-evolving technology landscape...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
VLink is a leading software development service provider specializing in top-tier digital solutions. Focusing on innovation and excellence, we deliver tailored solutions to meet clients unique needs, ensuring agility, security, and growth in the digital era...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Web Development
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- Location
- South Windsor, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Electronic Office is Western North Carolinas premier Managed IT Services provider, delivering expert solutions that empower businesses. Based in Asheville, we go beyond fixing problems we provide strategic guidance, ensuring organizations leverage technology for success with trusted, proactive support...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Located in the heart of Massachusetts, Radius Executive IT Solutions is the premier provider of managed IT services in Boston and surrounding areas. Based at 40 Shattuck Rd Suite 209, Andover, MA 01810, our expert team delivers scalable and secure IT support solutions tailored to the unique needs of insurance...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Location
- Andover, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NetNXT is a premier cybersecurity and IT infrastructure management company offering end-to-end network security and IT consulting services. Our core expertise includes SOC operations, vulnerability assessment & penetration testing (VAPT), risk management, endpoint and cloud security, SASE, SD-WAN, Zero Trust...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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...
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- 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
Professional IT solutions and managed services for businesses and homes in the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas. We keep your technology running smoothly so you can focus on what matters most...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Infinity Technology Consulting, Inc. is a trusted Atlanta IT company providing reliable computer support for homes and businesses for more than 23 years. We deliver the best managed IT services in Atlanta, helping clients, employees, and stakeholders operate in secure and efficient technology environments...
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- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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
QLogic is a technology solutions provider specializing in government-focused digital transformation, custom software development, cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI solutions, and workforce staffing. The company helps federal, state, and local government agencies modernize operations through secure...
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- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Managed Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
NextGenSoft is a leading AI-first digital engineering company in India, helping startups and enterprises accelerate growth through Generative AI, AI development, DevOps, AI Copilot, AI Agent, and application modernization...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Edison, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Solix Technologies empowers enterprises with a unified information architecture for AI, data governance, compliance and information lifecycle management...
Top Services:
- IT Compliance Solution
- Big Data Analytics
- Managed Services
- AI Development
- Wearables
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- Location
- Califon, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping businesses reduce downtime and strengthen cybersecurity with proactive managed IT services, cloud solutions, and expert technical support...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Manchester, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Peña Company is an Orlando Based Business Transformation and marketing agency helping small businesses caled with enterprise grade infrastructure. True to our ethos as builders, not just consultants, we don't hand off advice we actively design, implement, and automate customized Sales, Marketing, and...
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- CRM Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Winter Garden, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
O2B Technologies is a certified Odoo Partner in Austin, Texas, helping U S businesses implement, customize, and scale Odoo ERP 500+ implementations. Get a free consultation...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ResolveCX is an AI-driven, cloud-native platform for managing customer complaints, escalations, cases, and problem investigations with speed and accuracy. Built on AWS, it streamlines the full lifecycle from intake to resolution through intelligent routing, automated workflows, and real-time collaboration...
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- AI Development
- DevOps Consulting
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Turn to The KR Group, a leading IT company in Grand Rapids providing managed IT services and IT support, to develop a plan to strategically guide your IT environment as your goals change...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CATS Technology Solutions Group provides reliable managed IT services, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and technology support for businesses throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Our experienced team helps organizations protect their data, improve productivity, and keep their technology running...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- ECM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Marlboro, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For cloud infrastructure and DevOps needs across US markets, TXM delivers from its Austin, Texas office and nearshore centers in Mexico. The 100-plus team migrated a fintech company's web app to AWS, eliminating consumer timeouts and reducing infrastructure costs. TXM built AWS infrastructure for Kubernetes...
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- Software Development
- Software Testing
- IoT
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
When US enterprise teams need managed data infrastructure and analytics at scale, Veraqor delivers solutions for Fortune 100 organizations from its Princeton, New Jersey headquarters. The firm's 200+ certified professionals work across industries including pharmaceuticals, retail, and fintech, implementing...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Wearables
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
AccuWeb Hosting is a debt-free, privately owned web hosting company with 13+ years of experience and over 20,000 happy customers to show for it. Founded in 2003 in Old Tappan (New Jersey), the company specializes in providing affordable yet reliable solutions for businesses across the globe...
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- IT Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Old Tappan, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help you recruit, hire, manage and scale world-class offshore distributed Software Teams. We also design and develop full custom software projects...
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- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lakewood, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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...
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- 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
A fast-growing team of passionate techies making a big mark in the digital services realm. Driven by unmatched talent and determination, we aim to push boundaries, redefine norms, and pave the way for innovative excellence...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Innovature is a global business consulting and technology services provider that specializes in delivering high-quality IT solutions. With a focus on digital and technology transformations, they offer custom software development and consulting services across various technology verticals, in addition to...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- IoT
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Netcomm Global provides comprehensive managed network services worldwide, offering expert network infrastructure and data center management support. With a dedicated team of IT professionals, the company ensures seamless network operations, allowing businesses to focus on core objectives while entrusting...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- Claymont, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Techtweek Infotech is a CERT-In empanelled IT consultancy and AWS Advanced Consulting Partner, founded 2021. Led by a CISA-certified architect, we build and operate infrastructure that passes audit: DevOps, cloud, cybersecurity and 24/7 managed services for regulated businesses...
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- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
AAA Software Solutions excels in providing custom website development, graphic design, managed information technology (IT) services, and digital marketing solutions. The agency drives business growth with innovative web and digital products, helping clients manage daily operations more effectively and enhance...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RITS Professional Services excels in delivering tailored IT solutions across various sectors, including banking, eCommerce, and manufacturing. The agency offers comprehensive services ranging from software engineering and cybersecurity to data analytics and cloud solutions. RITS Professional Services' global...
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- Managed Services
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Versich is one of the best NetSuite business consulting firms, offering a range of consultancy services to help your business grow...
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- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Big Data Analytics
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Girikon AI empowers businesses with an intelligent, agentic AI platform that automates customer interactions across voice, SMS, WhatsApp, email, and chat. Our unified AI solution integrates seamlessly with Salesforce, HubSpot, CRMs, and business applications to streamline operations, enhance customer...
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- AI Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Business Consulting
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- Arizona City, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Zazz is based in Washington, in the United States, delivering managed IT services, cloud infrastructure management, and 24/7 proactive support designed for enterprise scale. The Seattle-headquartered firm also operates US offices in San Francisco, Boston, Dallas, Chicago, and New York City.The team builds...
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- Mobile App Development
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- IT Compliance Solution
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- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 36 Projects Listed
For US organizations needing end-to-end IT infrastructure support, Matrix Bricks delivers managed services alongside web development and digital marketing. Though headquartered in Mumbai, India, the firm operates a Colorado office and has completed projects for American clients including QAD, Tax Print, and...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 54 Projects Listed
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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?
How to find top managed services companies on DesignRush that fit your budget?
DesignRush helps you avoid guesswork by identifying MSPs that align with your budget and hiring criteria. You can compare providers based on reviews, team size, and rates.
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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