During this era of high technology, (Managed Services Providers) (MSPs) are growing in importance concerning the IT infrastructures of companies. It’s a business model that maintains pace with rapidly evolving technology. The following will discuss the trends transforming how MSPs and businesses will work together.  

1) The Cloud 

Cloud computing is now involved in almost every aspect of the IT sector. Perhaps its increasing penetration can be credited to the aspirations of even small companies to expand worldwide. When it comes to MSPs, they are now able to provide their services to any location around the world because of the cloud. 

Cloud technology is now being utilized to create platforms to implement digital transformation solutions that support organizations in many ways. Unfortunately, most businesses cannot internally migrate their operations to a cloud platform because they lack employees with the necessary skills and internal infrastructure. However, MSPs can assist organizations in using the cloud effectively and efficiently to remain competitive. 

2) Improved Security 

As cyberattacks are increasing daily, organizations must strengthen the security of their IT infrastructure. They must properly identify the greatest risks that make them most vulnerable and implement solutions to prevent them. This is a complex process,  but an MSP can help. After deployment, the MSP can be tasked to monitor for cyberattacks 24/7. 

Most SMEs (Small & Medium Enterprises) are challenged by a limited IT budget, which can adversely affect the strength of their cybersecurity program. Fortunately, MSPs offer service tiers pricing that can allow even the smallest company to can afford. Managed IT services can optimize their security measures and provide solutions that will let their businesses rapidly recover from cyberattacks.  

Studies have found that cyberattacks inflict trillions of dollars in economic losses on companies worldwide. Along with monetary loss, there is also the reputational loss to an organization. Thus, businesses of every size should make cybersecurity their top priority.  

Part 2 will discuss more of the trends transforming how (Managed Services Providers) and businesses will work together in the future.  

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