Busted: Common Myths About Managed IT Services
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Debunking Managed Service Provider Myths
Outsourcing IT services is not a new concept. In fact, it has been around for decades now and continues to evolve with the changing times. Outsourcing IT services involves handing over some or all of your in-house IT staff and workload to a third party.
The extent of the outsourcing depends on your organization’s needs, resources, and business objectives. While this may seem like a straightforward process, there are many common misconceptions about outsourcing and managing IT services within an organization
This article debunks those misconceptions so you know exactly what you’re getting into when considering a managed IT services partner.
Myth #1 Managed IT Services Are Expensive
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Busted: Managed IT services are not expensive. They can easily fit in the budget of SMBs as well. On top of that, it is an investment and in the long run, can save your company dollar bills. All you have to do is budget well and ensure transparent pricing.
Cost is always a big concern when it comes to any type of service, and that definitely includes managed IT services. You should always make sure that your prospective MSP is being completely transparent about their costs and how they charge.
Once you do sign a contract, your provider should go over all of the terms again with you, including the final price. However, it's important to remember that the contract is just one part of your overall IT budget. Some MSPs might not include after-hours service in their initial contract price, so you should factor that into your budget.
You should also budget for replacing or upgrading equipment. The expansion of your company may benefit greatly from the top-notch IT solutions provided by managed IT service providers. Not only that, but MSPs also assist in a 30% to 40% reduction in your ongoing internal expenditures. They provide you and your team more time to devote to your primary duties rather than IT issues.
Myth #2 You Will Lose Control Over Your IT By Outsourcing
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