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Gailey Solutions is leveraging a Strategy to take advantage of the advances in automation by identifying and Partnering with leading firms. These Services along with adult supervision create better results, more quickly, and drastically reduced time to deliver, and just as important, reduced costs...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CST is Connecticut's premiere MSP (Managed Services Provider) that contracts small-to-medium-sized businesses one encompassing information systems solution...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Wallingford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
ITsGuru is the perfect partner for small to medium-sized businesses looking for efficient and reliable Managed IT services. Our team excels in providing responsive customer service with a commitment to understanding your unique business needs above all else!...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Technology and Security that is transparent to your business...
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- Managed Services
- HR Outsourcing
- IT Services
- Location
- Flint, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Location
- Navarre, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
ConvergeSol is a US-based technology consulting and custom software development company specializing in AI, SaaS, cloud, Salesforce, and enterprise applications. We build, modernize, and manage secure, scalable solutions for startups, SMBs, and enterprises...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
IT Support Houston provider PennComp is recognized as one of the best MSPs in Texas, offering reliable and strategic managed IT services to small and mid-sized businesses. With over 30 years of experience, PennComp delivers tailored IT solutions, cybersecurity, cloud services, and responsive support, helping...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
NEKLO is an international custom software development partner. Since 2008, weve specialized in building and scaling digital products for high-stakes industries, including Healthcare, Fintech, Energy, and Construction...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Burlingame, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
IT teams and business leaders are often at odds. This is in large part because technologists focus on technology rather than the underlying business issue. This company was founded to bridge that gap and to allow business owners the ability to fully leverage their tech stack. We offer near shore resources...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- DevOps Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
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- Location
- Bellingham, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
CoreRecon is a leading provider of comprehensive cybersecurity and managed IT services. We protect businesses with 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, proactive threat detection, network vulnerability assessments, and compliance solutions. Our expert team delivers tailored Cybersecurity & IT...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
TrellisPoint helps mid-market manufacturers, construction firms, and financial and professional services companies modernize on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot. We align people, process, and data first, so your system fits how you work and adoption sticks...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Independence, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are an IT service company that loves solving business problems using custom strategies, tactics, and technology with reliability, a high level of service, and technical know-how...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Enegren Technology is a long-standing, family-owned enterprise boasting more than three decades of experience in delivering expert and pragmatic technological solutions to the vibrant Wichita business community. Our core values revolve around nurturing client relationships, upholding the principles of...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Wichita, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Invenio IT LLC is a data protection firm that combines strategy and technology to virtually eliminate downtime. Based in the northeast, Invenio IT LLC has a diverse portfolio of clients spanning North and South America, Europe, and the Caribbean...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GiaSpace is a Florida-based Managed IT Services Provider specializing in responsive, business-aligned IT solutions for manufacturers, law firms, and growth-focused companies. Since 2005, our fast, friendly, first-time fix philosophy has earned us a reputation for personalized support, scalable systems, and...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We believe IT services should be built on trust, not tickets. That is why every client gets direct access to our technicians, honest advice, and fast solutions without being bounced around. Our recommendations are based on what helps your business run better. We take time to understand your needs and build...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- El Paso, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
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
ITD Cloud is a technology advisory firm that works alongside CTOs to source, purchase, and implement the right telecom in their organization so that they can be confident in their tech while skipping the hassle, confusion, and high cost of it all...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/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
Managed IT and cybersecurity firm serving small and midsized organizations with 24/7 support, cloud and Microsoft 365 management, disaster recovery, and secure AI adoption...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AllSafe IT offers robust Managed IT services designed to protect your business technology. With over 15 years of experience in Los Angeles, they provide responsive support, prioritize cybersecurity, and customize services to meet your specific needs...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Critical IT Solutions is a managed service provider helping small to mid-size companies with their technology needs and challenges. We provide them we peace-of-mind in today's cyber world. We offer state of the art tools to keep them safe and growing...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Clarksburg, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Asheville Computer Company is a managed IT services provider in Arden, NC, serving small businesses across Western North Carolina. Services cover managed IT and helpdesk, cybersecurity, backup and disaster recovery, networking and Microsoft 365, with particular depth in dental and medical practices...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Arden, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
7tech is not only a Managed Services Provider (MSP), but also a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) with solutions designed to help mid-sized businesses with or without an internal IT department secure data and protect their organization...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Infinity Group is one of the UK's leading Microsoft partners. We help businesses become more productive, cost efficient and secure by helping them implement better IT technology...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- AI Development
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Camden, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
FortéNext is a certified Salesforce partner based in the USA, delivering over two decades of expertise in implementing, augmenting, and managing Salesforce solutions for industries including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, distribution, and fintech. Alongside its core implementation, managed services, and...
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- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Clare Computer Solutions (CCS) is a San Ramon based managed IT services and cybersecurity provider supporting businesses across the San Francisco Bay Area. With decades of experience, CCS helps organizations modernize, secure, and optimize their technology environments for long-term growth...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nexus Ideal Solutions runs IT for businesses that depend on it but do not want to build a department to manage it. We handle managed IT, cybersecurity, network design, cloud, and backup for law firms, medical practices, schools, and professional-services firms across the Northeast and South Florida...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Branchburg, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
eTop Technology keeps Inland Empire businesses running with security-first managed IT. From our Redlands headquarters we support law firms, manufacturers, engineering firms, and professional services teams across Southern California with 24/7 monitoring, responsive help desk, compliance guidance, and cloud...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Redlands, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 2002, ITECS has helped businesses across Dallas and Fort Worth manage IT, strengthen cybersecurity, and modernize their cloud environments. Our 22-person team provides managed and co-managed IT, strategic consulting, and practical AI services through ITECS.ai...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Monmouth Cyber provides managed IT services, cybersecurity and compliance support to small and mid-sized businesses across New Jersey. Formerly Monmouth Computer Associates, the company has supported New Jersey businesses for more than 22 years and holds a 4.9 star rating across 450+ Google reviews. Every...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
TransGenie is an end-to-end supply chain traceability platform that helps businesses track products, ingredients, batches, lots, suppliers, and shipments from source to consumer...
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- Software Development
- IT Compliance Solution
- ERP Consulting
- Managed Services
- Logistics
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- Location
- Delaware City, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Intech Hawaii is the go-to expert for network design, cybersecurity and managed services. With a specialized focus on multi-site networks, we offer comprehensive solutions including disaster recovery, firewall security and voice and data-structured cabling, ensuring secure and efficient operations for...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Geek To You Technology Services is a managed IT and cybersecurity provider serving businesses in New Hampshire and the broader New England area. The company focuses on proactive IT support, fast response times, and clear communication to help businesses stay secure, reduce downtime, and operate efficiently...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Barrington, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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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- 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
Next Perimeter is a national managed IT and cybersecurity provider built for regulated industries: legal, healthcare, financial services, and media. Founded in 2006 and SOC 2 Type 2 compliant, we treat IT and security as one system, not two vendors handing off risk when something breaks. Our model is...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $179/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MARFI Systems is a SOC 2 Type II certified managed IT, cybersecurity and compliance provider in Santa Monica serving startups, healthcare, fintech and defense contractors across Los Angeles and Southern California. Launchpad bundles proactive IT, 24/7 SOC, endpoint and email security, identity, backup and...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
You'll hear back from a real engineer not a bot, not a sales rep in under one hour during business hours. If we miss that window, your next month is free. That promise is in writing in our MSA...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
LK Tech is a Cincinnati-based managed IT and cybersecurity provider helping small and midsized businesses simplify technology, reduce risk, and keep their teams productive. Since 1999, we have provided proactive IT support, cybersecurity, cloud services, and strategic technology guidance with one goal: make...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Norwood, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are one of the fastest-growing CRM solutions providers in North America. As a trusted partner of Salesforce, Certinia, and HubSpot, we transform businesses by providing innovative solutions to our clients globally...
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- CRM Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
- Managed Services
- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hyve Managed Hosting is a fully managed, global hosting provider delivering enterprise-grade infrastructure across 35+ data centre locations worldwide...
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- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
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
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- eCommerce Development
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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
We help small and medium-sized businesses thrive with personalized cybersecurity and cloud computing consulting and managed services...
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- Location
- Odenton, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/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