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For healthcare, finance, and manufacturing compliance needs, CIO Technology Solutions delivers for US organizations from its Tampa headquarters. Founded in 2010, the firm provides 24/7 monitoring, live-answer help desk, and HIPAA-compliant security services to clients across sectors requiring regulatory...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Advanced Networks delivers fully managed IT and cybersecurity from our Los Angeles HQ and offices in Orange County and San Francisco, serving Southern California and the Bay Area. Unlimited support, proactive monitoring, and a full security stack, on a fixed monthly rate with no surprise costs...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RightCyber Solutions is based in Colorado, in the United States, delivering managed IT support, network management, and advanced cybersecurity solutions to businesses primarily across Northern and Northeastern Colorado, from Greeley to Fort Collins and Fort Morgan. Founded in 2023, the company specializes in...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Greeley, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Design Monks is an experienced agency offering UI/UX, product design, MVP builds, and branding for startups and growing companies.Clients trust the agency for its consistent quality, practical thinking, and ability to turn early ideas into products that actually work, which is why many come back for...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Jersey, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The 20 MSP delivers Managed IT Services that help businesses operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently across single and multi-location environments. We act as a true extension of your organization, providing proactive IT support, cybersecurity, cloud and Microsoft and Apple management, and strategic IT...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/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
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
Vendor-neutral MSP selection advisors. 25+ years of CIO and managed services experience. Zerocommissions accepted...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Florida, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Page Progressive is a WordPress web design, web hosting and marketing company serving businesses in Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina and beyond...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Managed Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Most fast-growing companies dont struggle because of their product they struggle because their IT cant keep up with the pace of the business. Fintechs and hypergrowth companies require secure, efficient, compliant, and fully optimized IT environments, yet the market is saturated with generalist MSPs that...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Chrysalis MSP delivers comprehensive cybersecurity and managed information technology (IT) services tailored to safeguard and enhance business operations. Its expertise includes data protection, cybersecurity, and voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) solutions. Focusing on client-specific needs, Chrysalis MSP...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- The Woodlands, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Sagiss, we deliver reliable managed IT services that Dallas-area businesses depend on to maintain secure and seamless operations. Our mission is to provide proactive support, innovative solutions, and complete peace of mind allowing you to focus on growing your business while we handle the technology that...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dastify Solutions is an Austin, Texas-based revenue cycle management (RCM) firm with a presence in California, specializing in AI-driven medical billing, credentialing, and accounts receivable (AR) recovery...
Top Services:
- BPO
- Managed Services
- Customer Support
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our name is inspired by the Turritopsis Dohrnii, a species of Jellyfish that can revert to its life-cycle form, via cellular differentiation. It creates a newer version of itself. Jellyfish Technologies uses design, engineering, and technology skills to transform the ideas of its valued clients into...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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
OneconnectionIT, based in Florida, is your trusted partner for comprehensive IT solutions. With a dedicated team of skilled professionals, we are committed to providing the utmost reliability and professionalism in Navarre's IT services landscape. Count on us to address your IT challenges effectively and...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Location
- Navarre, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a team of online marketing professionals. We understand the search engine ecosystem and IT requirements for the current market. Our unique approach to SEO allows us the capability to take your site to the top of major search engines...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Liberal, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
930 TECH provides digital marketing for small businesses across the US and Canada. We provide a unique guest centric focus for our customers. From restaurants to healthcare we can provide the highest level digital marketing for any industry...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Knoxville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
For over two decades, SkyTide Group has helped growing businesses take control of their technology. With offices in Colorado and Wisconsin, we deliver reliable managed IT, cybersecurity and strategic leadership that keeps your business running...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- De Pere, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Building WordPress websites that convert since 2010!...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Marietta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
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
Lumari Tech is a premier provider of comprehensive IT solutions tailored to empower businesses across diverse industries. Our Team of certified experts offers a wide array of services, including IT support, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure management. With a commitment to delivering...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Heroic Technologies delivers trusted IT and cybersecurity solutions with an average response time of under 10 minutes and a 98%+ client satisfaction rating. As cyber threats continue to rise, with ransomware impacting two-thirds of businesses and cybercrime costs nearing $10 trillion, we empower organizations...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Campbell, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WorkSmart IT Services is a client-first IT ally for growing businesses. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with offices in Charlotte and Atlanta, we help organizations make sharper decisions, reduce risk, improve resilience, and turn technology into measurable business momentum...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Were a local MSP in the triangle area that doubles as a software development company that actually covers 100% of company needs because we can create personalized software for all of our clients...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Morrisville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Provato Group is an IT services and technology solutions company in Brecksville, Ohio. We strategize, propose and provide IT solutions to companies locally and nationwide, and our goal is to ensure your specific IT needs meet your standards and requirements...
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- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Independence, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pro Construct Digital is your partner in web design, development, SEO and digital services! We deliver high-quality solutions backed by clear, responsive communication to help your business thrive online...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Managed Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- West Jordan, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Braver Technology has been serving RI and Southeastern MA since 1989, offering superior managed IT services with on-site, courteous, professional, and knowledgeable support that is simple and easy to use. Braver Technology is committed to raising the bar for community and customer service, driven by pride in...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Taunton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $169/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NTA Creative is a full service website design, digital marketing agency and IT Services provider in Tampa, FL. Our services include web design, web development, software development, mobile apps, internet marketing services, search engine optimization (SEO), and social media marketing. As a web design firm...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CMIT Solutions provides responsive, professional IT support and technology services for your business, performing proactive maintenance, monitoring, and backups everything necessary to ensure an efficient, safe, and reliable IT environment...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Techpacity, we dont just build apps we solve problems and craft experiences your users will love. Our US-based team turns big ideas into powerful web and mobile solutions, from smart AI-driven platforms to smooth, high-performing native and hybrid apps that move your business forward...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Managed Services
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
You deserve a well-designed website with reliable hosting and support without the inflated costs. We know how demanding it is to run a small business, so we make the web design process smooth and stress-free so you can focus on what you do best and leave the rest to us. With over 2,000 websites built and...
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- Web Design
- Managed Services
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Park City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $34/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NovaDynamic Technology Services is a Boston-based IT consultancy specializing is Managed Service, Professional Service and compliance advisory for regulated and emerging sectors. Our client and business centric approach enables strategic growth through technology. We deliver scalable systems, inclusive...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design and maintenance services for creatives and businesses. GRCD Services has helped numerous businesses and creators to build amazing websites and designs for various projects. Our clientele ranges from celebrities to enterprises and everyone in between...
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- Web Design
- Managed Services
- Content Marketing
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Eastvale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stop worrying about technology problems and cyberattacks. Get reliable IT support and enterprise-grade security without building an expensive internal team. We keep your systems running smoothly, protect you from threats 24/7, and handle everything from daily IT issues to compliance requirements, so you can...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a boutique IT Managed Services provider specializing in comprehensive management and maintenance of IT systems. Our services encompass end-to-end solutions, including backup, security, business continuity, disaster recovery, network management, desktop and server support, as well as secure remote...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Ossining, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- 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
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...
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- 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
Ellite Assistant is a professional remote staffing and virtual assistant services company that provides dedicated remote support to businesses. The company helps business owners and teams delegate administrative, customer service, sales, marketing, technical, research, and operational tasks to virtual...
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- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Customer Support
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Intelecis is a renowned Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) in the United States and the United Kingdom. We are dedicated to providing organizations with the most dependable, secure, and competent IT Security and Support service possible. When you deal with the most highly rated Cyber Security Company as...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Fullerton, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Standard Forge is dedicated to the art of crafting logos, designs, advertisements and other visual assets that elevate your company's status as a frontrunner in the industry...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Managed Services
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Jackson Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GenAI Protos is your agile AI engineering partner we deliver fully functional Generative AI prototypes in just8days, complete with expert guidance, documentation, and seamless handoff. We also provide micro advisory, On demand R&D, data engineering acceleration, and custom Edge AI development, deploying real...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Software Testing
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- Location
- California, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Netsec, a distinguished IT consulting firm, we specialize in the management of intricate networks and security infrastructure, demonstrating our expertise across a diverse range of technologies...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Cepoch is a North American AI and software services firm with over 20 years of experience, delivering intelligent solutions and building lasting partnerships across 300+ projects and 100+ clients...
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- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- South Barrington, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
QRC Assurance and Solutions is a Navi Mumbai, India headquartered cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance firm with a global footprint across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. Since its founding in 2016 by Vamsi Krishna Maramganti, QRC has supported more than 500 organizations with PCI DSS, ISO...
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Emorphis Technologies is a software development company having offices in the USA, UK, in India, offering its services for Digital transformation in enterprise mobility solutions, cloud computing services, backend development, salesforce consulting services, healthcare software development and more...
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- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
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- Location
- Broadlands, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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?
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