What Is A Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
The first couple of questions you might be asking yourself when you see the phrase MSP is what is that and what does it stand for? A quick answer is, MSP stands for Managed Service Provider which are tech companies that are external to your organization that help handle any technological needs that your company may have. They offer a variety of services regarding technology that range from giving companies basic IT support to fully managing and monitoring a company’s entire IT department.
MSPs can help businesses of any size, or any industry because we live in a rapidly changing world of new technologies, making it a challenge for any business to keep up with. That’s why organizations have historically relied on the services provided by MSPs to not only enhance their business but also help them scale accordingly to a business’s needs.
Business Scalability Using MSPs
By this point, you're probably wondering, “How can an MSP help my business scale?” The answer is they can help you grow your business in more ways than you would expect!
One of the main primary benefits of outsourcing or partnering with an MSP is it allows the business to focus on its primary goals and activities. By utilizing the resources that an MSP provides, businesses will automatically notice the weight of previous problems being erased from their list of stressors. For example, a Managed Service Provider can assist with the following:
- Offering your team active and ongoing IT support
- Fill in staffing shortages or even replace the need for hiring internal IT teams
- Manage and supervise your company’s IT network and infrastructure
- Improve your company’s security using military-grade encryption
- Providing you with the latest software, applications, and technology ensures that your company is up to date.
Things To Consider When Choosing An MSP
You may be asking yourself now, “Well how do I choose an MSP when there are so many different companies to choose from?” This can feel like a daunting task but here are some things to consider that can help you, make an informed decision.
First off you will want to choose a provider with solid credibility complemented by a proven track record of success. You will also want to analyze the MSP’s company culture, level of customer service, and your company’s compatibility with them in order to build a long-term relationship. Some other things you may want to consider are what types of services your company requires and compare them to the capabilities of the chosen MSP.
Overall, this process does not need to be intimidating but should be done concisely so that the onboarding process is able to run smoothly with your selected MSP.
