The highly anticipated CRN 2024 Managed Service Provider 500 list is scheduled for publication on February 12th, 2024, marking a pivotal moment for technology providers and consultants in the IT landscape. Those interested in participating can sign up via the application link at https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7591718/ce16a29e6b61?cid=CRN.
CRN 2024 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500
CRN’s MSP500 list is designed to honor and recognize top-tier technology providers and consultants whose innovative approaches in delivering managed services are transforming the IT channel. Companies featured on this list fall into three distinguished categories, each representing unique and impactful aspects of the managed services arena.
Pioneer 250
This category encompasses pure-play managed service providers (MSPs) whose primary business model and revenue source revolve around their managed service offerings. These trailblazing entities are at the forefront, driving innovation and setting new standards in the managed services sphere. They typically offer managed services in a comprehensive approach to managing all the aspects of information technology infrastructure. That may include traditional on premise servers, storage, network infrastructure, firewalls, backup software and hardware, as well as cloud services like Microsoft 365. Customers of this category typically represent a small business who is looking to completely outsource IT support.
Elite 150
Solution Providers and Channel Resellers within this category cater predominantly to mid-sized and enterprise-level clients. They have adeptly built a comprehensive managed services portfolio, positioning themselves as industry leaders serving a broad client base. These managed services providers typically work with IT Directors, Vice Presidents of IT, and CIOs to augment existing staff capabilities. They may only manage a specific aspect of the environment by offering services like managed firewall services, managed network infrastructure, backup as a service, and managed Azure services or AWS services.
Managed Security 100
Managed Service Security Providers (MSSPs) and Managed Services Providers (MSPs) comprising this category specialize in robust managed security services. Their expertise lies in delivering critical security measures such as managed firewalls, intrusion detection, and comprehensive security management, forming a significant part of their overall business strategy. Typically they rely on on-premise tools like a SIEM solution to aggregate logs from multiple sources and correlate them to identify indications of compromise.
Conclusion
The CRN 2024 MSP500 list provides a platform to showcase the trailblazing achievements and exceptional contributions of companies leading the charge in the dynamic landscape of managed IT services. Participants are invited to join this prestigious list and celebrate their innovative approaches that are shaping the future of technology-driven services.