Managed IT

Choosing a managed services provider (MSP) is more than a technical decision—it’s a strategic partnership. For C-level executives and IT directors at mid-sized businesses, the right MSP can bolster cybersecurity, streamline IT operations, and guide long-term tech strategy. The wrong choice, on the other hand, might leave you exposed to cyber threats or stuck with … Read more

Mid-market businesses in healthcare, manufacturing, professional services and beyond often face a dilemma when managing IT. Internal IT teams can only stretch so far, and the demands of modern technology–from cybersecurity to compliance–keep growing. This post explores two common approaches: fully outsourced IT with a Managed Services Provider (MSP) versus co-managed IT services (a hybrid … Read more

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can feel like tightrope walks for mid-market and enterprise companies. There’s the thrill of growth and new opportunities, but also a lurking risk that can topple even the best deals: compliance. When two organizations become one, aligning their technology and processes isn’t just an IT chore–it’s a compliance minefield. Overlooking how … Read more

Mid-market companies often struggle to balance robust IT strategy with stringent cybersecurity needs, especially under tight budgets. Virtual CISO services and virtual CIO services – forms of fractional IT leadership – have emerged as cost-effective solutions to this challenge. These on-demand executives provide C-suite expertise in security and technology planning without the full-time price tag. … Read more

Most companies don’t go hunting for a managed IT services provider because everything’s going perfectly. They’re usually trying to solve something bigger: constant downtime, overwhelmed internal staff, rising costs, cybersecurity pressure, or just the sense that their tech is always one step behind the business. In 2025, choosing an MSP isn’t about finding someone to … Read more

As a CIO, COO, or CFO, you’re not just looking for “IT support.” You’re looking for results that move the business forward. You want to reduce risk. You want predictable costs. You want streamlined operations and a partner who actually helps align technology with long-term strategy. But most Managed Service Providers still lead with SLAs. … Read more

When people talk about hybrid work, flexibility, and security, they are really talking about what platforms like Citrix make possible. Citrix gives businesses a way to deliver applications, desktops, and data securely to any device, from anywhere. Instead of installing everything on every laptop, your team connects to a central system that handles the heavy … Read more

Choosing to outsource IT is often the easy part. When you are in the thick of day-to-day operations, the benefits are obvious. You see the mounting workload, the growing risk surface, the budget strains of staffing and tooling. You know that working with a Managed Services Provider could streamline support, improve security, and free up … Read more

When a merger or acquisition is on the horizon, most of the early attention goes to the usual suspects: financials, legal structures, leadership alignment, and brand strategy. IT tends to come later in the process, often only getting the spotlight once something breaks or a delay surfaces. The truth is, IT has the power to … Read more