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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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- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 54 Projects 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...
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- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Huntersville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ScinoRx Technologies serves as your premier destination for business-centric website development, specializing in enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth through our comprehensive digital experience services. With our tailored solutions, we empower companies to thrive in the digital...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hillsborough Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Live Oak IT Partners are an MSP that covers all of Texas. We take a very relationship focused approach to our partnerships with small businesses. Founded in Austin in 2014, Live Oak is focused on bringing comprehensive and proactive IT consulting and support to our clients...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Netirio is a full service managed it services provider for small and medium businesses along the front range and across the United States. We have offices in Denver and Colorado Springs...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Connect Cause helps nonprofits maximize their impact with flat-rate, unlimited IT support. We provide managed services, VoIP, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions designed for nonprofit budgets. Our mission is to make technology your advantage...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- CRM Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Morrisville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Support My MSP is an extension of Far Out Solutions, a highly successful MSP with headquarters in Winter Park, FL. Over the past 18 years, Far Out Solutions has expanded its business and service offerings, establishing itself as an international leader in Information Technology (IT) Management and IT...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Winter Park, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Upgrade your business with secure, efficient and cost-effective managed IT services from Rapid IT. Business IT management packages tailored to the needs of your company hassle-free and fully scalable with your growth ambitions...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Established in 2009, Sagenext Infotech is a US-based IT hosting company with headquarters located in Augusta, Georgia. Sagenext specializes in a comprehensive range of tax and accounting software hosting services that include but are not limited to QuickBooks, Sage Applications, Drake Tax Software, UltraTax...
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- Managed Services
- Location
- Augusta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
NetWize delivers award-winning Managed IT services tailored for growing businesses. Based in Utah, we provide proactive IT support, advanced cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and unmatched response times. With a strong focus on reliability, long-term client partnerships, and strategic technology alignment...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
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- 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
DPC Technology has been in business for over 36 years. We provide IT support managed services for small businesses in Florida & Georgia. We specialize in the dental, legal, and construction industries. At DPC we answer our calls live and provide a 15 minute guaranteed response time on all tickets. We offer...
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- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
As your partner for IT services, PCA Technology Group is wholly dedicated to the success of your business. We'll sit down with you to tailor a suite of services that is exactly right for your company, whatever its size - large, small or somewhere in between. Since 1989, we've been partnering with customers...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Framework IT is a managed IT services provider specializing in support, strategy, and security for companies who want to form an agile IT environment. Using our data-driven methodology, The Evolution Framework, we build you a strategy tailored to your unique needs to improve productivity and incentivize...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Location
- LaGrange, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Benchmark ProTech is a Forest, Virginia-based managed IT services provider specializing in comprehensive technology solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. With over four decades of experience, the agency offers services including remote monitoring, cybersecurity, hardware maintenance, and strategic...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Forest, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
NAKIVO delivers fast, reliable, and ransomware-proof backup and recovery for virtual, physical, cloud, and SaaS environments all in one powerful solution...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Sparks, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
HelpSquad IT specializes in comprehensive IT services and managed IT support, ensuring businesses operate efficiently and securely. With proactive monitoring, cybersecurity solutions, and tailored IT strategies, HelpSquad IT empowers organizations to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape...
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- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Computer Solutions East is your go-to partner for Cloud Consulting and Managed IT. Our expertise in creating dynamic solutions, combined with Cisco and Microsoft partnerships, paves the way for growth. With a commitment to excellence and an approach that fears no challenge, we are the Cloud Consulting partner...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New Rochelle, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ClearCom IT Solutions, Inc. provides comprehensive managed IT services for small- to medium-sized business nationwide. We deliver expert support and proactive problem-solving, with the speed and precision your business deserves. Our knowledgeable team acts as an extension of your company, offering...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Sturbridge, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Is Technology Frustrating, or Even Distracting You?We've been taming that beast for 20 years with the right mix of people, process, and tools, technology can be a huge game changer...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tech Hero is an Orlando-based IT services and managed service provider supporting businesses across Central Florida and throughout the United States. The company offers managed IT services, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, on-demand IT support, network security, compliance, structured cabling, VoIP, vendor and...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Xobee Networks is the #1 Managed Service Provider of innovative, cost-effective, and cutting-edge technology solutions in California. Through our wide range of services, we've helped businesses, non-profits, government entities and other organizations throughout California for over 26 years. Were the tech...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Leading managed service provider for professional service businesses in the Chicagoland area. With our unique approach with customer service, we understand your business' needs for technology in order to grow and prosper in your industry...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Rolling Meadows, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a top rated MSSP operating in north Texas. We provide cybersecurity solutions, management and disaster recovery for businesses...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Univision Computers goes beyond traditional IT support to serve as a true technology growth partner for businesses across Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Florida. Since 1989, we have specialized in proactive Managed IT, enterprise-grade cybersecurity, and seamless cloud computing. What uniquely sets us apart...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Missoula, Montana
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SBTS provides a multitude of IT solutions for small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) to increase the security of their businesses and leverage technology to assist in business growth...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Best Recruiting and Staffing Service in USA offer end-to-end recruitment and workforce solutions across various industries in the US...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Managed Services
- Location
- Farmington Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
M6iT Consulting is an industry-leading solution partner managing the IT requirements for a full range of divergent companies sharing a common objective of increased employee productivity, scalability and ROI...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hive Systems provides smarter cybersecurity services and assessments with their trusted experts while delivering leading cybersecurity products with Audora, Derive, and QryptoCyber...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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
- Engineering
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- Location
- Arizona City, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Houston IT Support Tech, we specialize in delivering enterprise-level support worthy of a Fortune 500 company &emdash; at a price a small to medium-sized business can appreciate. In short, no one in North America is better equipped to give small to medium-sized businesses the support they deserve than...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Data Defined, LLC is a renowned provider of Managed IT Services tailored to small and midsize organizations. Our mission is to empower our customers to harness the potential of information technology and reach their goals by serving as their trusted IT partners...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- Brunswick, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Driving Business Success through Technology and Security...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Thornton, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IT Support, Managed Services and Web Design for Naples, FL businesses. Specializing in professional services firms including medical and dental practices and financial advisories. We eat those for breakfast. Fast IT support, smart solutions, and zero geek-splaining. NerdSquad is your go-to IT partner for...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $139/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IT Advisors Online (ITAdOn) is a growing team of technology experts who are passionate about helping companies like yours boost their effectiveness. Join ITAdOn today and grow your business. When you succeed, we succeed!...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- HR Outsourcing
- UI/UX Design
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide computer, web design, and hosting services to a wide array of clients, whether they are a small startup or large company. We dedicate the same amount of time no matter what size of company you are as we believe every one is as important as the next. RupelTek provides multiple computer services, web...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- IT Services
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- Peoria, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RAD Computers is your local source for the best computer repair and managed IT solutions in the Phoenix, AZ and surrounding areas. With over 10,000 solutions deployed and a perfect 5-star rating, RAD Computers stands above the rest for being Resourceful, Affordable, and Dependable computer experts...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Mesa, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
With a warranty on support, Digital DataComm offers a white glove approach to IT service...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Orem, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Virtual Staffer PH is a Philippines-based recruitment and staffing agency connecting U.S. businesses with skilled Filipino professionals. We specialize in recruiting virtual assistants, bookkeepers, accountants, administrative staff, customer support representatives, and remote professionals. Our services...
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- BPO
- HR Outsourcing
- Accounting
- Customer Support
- Digital Services
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're a collection of innovative cybersecurity engineers, and we believe that our ideas can help shape a better future for your company. We pride ourselves on offering unmatched, devoted service while offering clever solutions for businesses of all sizes...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Warren, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rea & Associates, Inc. is a well-established Ohio-based CPA firm with over 350 professionals across 16 locations. Recognized as one of the Top 100 firms in the nation, Rea & Associates specializes in various industries and offers tailored financial and HR consulting services...
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- Accounting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- New Philadelphia, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Managed IT Professionals is a leading IT services firm that provides managed IT services, helpdesk support, managed cybersecurity, managed backup & disaster recovery, cloud solutions, unified communications and strategic IT consulting. We provide IT support for all user devices, desktops, laptops, phones...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- Fair Lawn, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Integritrade is Californias premier provider of certified electronics recycling and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) solutions. Based out of Fresno, CA, our strategic location and 30,000-square-foot facility ensure your devices remain safe and secure throughout the entire process. Serving businesses across the...
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- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Sirius serves small and medium sized businesses in the Phoenix, AZ area and across the US. We reduce downtime and ensure business continuity through our managed IT services. Our technology experts are available 24/7 to proactively monitor, manage and maintain IT systems. We at Sirius have a wide range of...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Peoria, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tekkis is a top US-based cybersecurity company setting new standards for data security with expertise in penetration testing, virtual cisco, red teaming, ethical hacking, blue teaming, and network engineering, providing unparalleled cybersecurity solutions. Unlock unprecedented levels of success with an...
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- Managed Services
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- Location
- Westminster, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Clear Cut Digital LLC helps small businesses get the time, attention, and quality they deserve at an affordable cost. I was tired of seeing large agencies take advantage of small businesses, so I set out to provide a better option. Custom-coded development (bloat-free, so best in class load speeds), no...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Manchester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Senior IT PROFESSIONALS with Decades of EXPERIENCEWe have spent an unprecedented number of hours protecting some of the most sensitive data and systems...
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- Toms River, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AccuWeb Cloud provides comprehensive cloud hosting solutions with a wide range of features, all offered at competitive and affordable prices. Our commitment to delivering reliable and scalable cloud infrastructure ensures that businesses of all sizes can access top-tier hosting services without compromising...
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- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Old Tappan, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Pioneering the field of digital security, we provide state-of-the-art solutions tailored to fortify your data and infrastructure. Our team of seasoned professionals is wholly committed to furnishing resilient, personalized safeguards against ever-adapting cyber threats, affording you peace of mind in an...
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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