Technology is an integral part of any business, regardless of the industry or company size. A common problem many business owners and managers run across though is that managing technology can be increasingly tough. One option available to companies is to partner with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) who can help manage your business technology needs by offering budget-friendly solutions.

What is a Managed Service Provider?

In the IT industry, a Managed Service Provider is a company that offers small to medium businesses the ability to outsource the management of their day-to-day technology and IT needs.

In other words, an MSP is essentially your IT department. If something technology-related breaks, they help fix it. If you need an app devised or want to upgrade hardware and software, or take a look into virtualization, they can often help in these complex areas too. Many of these organizations act as your business partner to help increase the effectiveness of your business operations, and achieve your overall goals.

Do I need an MSP?

If you’re a small or medium-sized business that’s still hesitant about Managed Services, you’re missing out on a lot. Some of the advantages of using Managed Services include better control of costs and a more comprehensive and up-to-date IT system that’s dependable, stable and allows you to comply with regulatory compliances. Many large businesses prefer the use of Managed Services to meet their IT needs, but many smaller organizations continue to be skeptical of this solution. Here are five reasons that will make you think twice about dismissing Managed Services:

1. Managed Services help control costs.

In any kind of business, it’s important to be as cost-effective as possible. Especially in IT, where unbridled or poorly managed systems cost way more that they’re worth, it’s essential to have a system that works with your budget but doesn’t compromise on quality. Managed Services is the most feasible and practical way to accomplish that, especially in the long term.

2. Managed Services help you deal with increasingly complex IT solutions.

With both hardware and software components of IT systems constantly evolving, businesses with limited resources may very well find themselves left behind after a while. But with Managed Services, you are able to enjoy the advantages of the latest IT solutions at a fraction of the cost, enabling you to provide the best possible service to your clients.

3. Managed Services give you a better, more dependable IT infrastructure.

Especially for smaller businesses, it can be tedious to maintain an in-house IT arm; and you run the risk of stretching resources too thinly, which can compromise the quality and output of your IT department. Managed Services allow you to have a stable and dependable IT arm that’s dedicated to meeting your specific needs in a cost-effective manner.

4. Managed Services offer more comprehensive and complete IT solutions.

More often than not, small and undermanned IT departments are more of a burden to the organization they belong to, errors are more likely to occur, response and problem solving is a slow process, and staff members are probably overworked and underpaid, making them both unhappy and less productive. Managed Services, on the other hand, are completely the opposite, allowing you to utilize efficient and comprehensive solutions that are tailor-made to fit your specific requirements.

5. Managed Services help you maintain compliance.

With the marketplace becoming more and more competitive, meeting different regulatory compliances has become a fundamental need. From Sarbanes-Oxley to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), smaller companies can often find themselves lost. It’s Managed Service Providers that helps these companies not only fully understand the requirements of these regulations, but also comply with them.

If you want to know more about how Managed Services from Meta Technology Solutions can directly benefit your day to day operations, please do not hesitate to contact us, we’d be happy to sit down and discuss a custom solution that works for you.

Meta Technology Solutions

We are a Portland Oregon based Managed IT Services Provider.

At Meta Technology Solutions we provide IT when you need IT

Meta Technology Solutions, Managed IT Services Provider (MSP) in the Portland area, handles all things IT in your small to medium sized business at predictable prices. Whether you need Server management solutions, data backup or you just need to ask a question, we’ve got you covered.

Our headquarters is located in Beaverton, Oregon and we provide managed IT services to businesses throughout the region – from Southwest Washington to Portland and all the way down to Eugene. Our team of professional technicians can act as an extension to your existing IT staff through project support, or serve as your fully outsourced IT department, managing all the technology needs in your business. No matter what solutions you are looking for, we’re ready to help.

As a trusted partner in technology, we are dedicated to bettering businesses in the Portland Metro and Southwest Washington area. We take the time to understand your business strategy and we work hard to design a customized IT solution that addresses YOUR specific needs.

Our mission is to create ongoing relationships with every client we serve. We’re not here just to sell you products or services. Instead, we will manage all of your technology needs from beginning to end. Or, if you prefer, we can be an extension of your own IT department.

Our certified expert engineers offer superior customer service and a comprehensive array of managed IT service offerings to help your business focus on what it does best.

You can depend on us for all your technology needs, including:

• Server Management
• Network Management
• IT Infrastructure Support
• Helpdesk Services
• Cloud Services
• Business Continuity
• Data Backup
• Disaster Recovery