There was a time when organizations needed to focus only on their core products.

However, during the past three decades, every company had to implement IT to grow their business, empower staff, and process data.

Tech development is constant and growing in complexity, and organizations are pressured to keep pace. One choice was to do this independently through investments in solutions and employees who could implement them. Another option is to buy the services of an IT contractor. The former can be very costly. The latter does not offer continuity.

Many experts believe the most cost-effective approach for meeting the IT needs of small/medium enterprises (SMEs) is working with a managed services provider (MSP). The following will discuss the most important advantages of working with an MSP.

Future Proof With Latest Tech

To be competitive, MSPs must use the best technology available to provide their services. Their solutions are constantly updated, so their clients are never concerned about their IT becoming outdated and future-proofed.

Low CAPEX & Fixed Monthly Costs

CAPEX (capital expenditure) costs for hardware and software can be high if a company chooses to handle all its own IT needs. Most MSPs provide customers with the highest quality solutions. A monthly subscription plan lets clients know the services they are receiving and the fixed costs.  

Flexibility & Scalability

Managed Service Providers offer both flexibility and scalability. Clients can choose a subscription plan that works for them. They can scale IT services for times they need to expand or retract. The level of their services can match the current business conditions, allowing customers to conserve their resources.

Combined IT Services

Several types of IT services can be provided by one MSP, which can result in significant savings for an organization. Having one provider rather than being serviced by several IT contractors will save money. Moreover, there can be additional benefits from greater efficiency and productivity.

Part 2 will cover more advantages of working with a managed services provider.

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