In-House IT vs. Managed IT Services

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For every IT decision you make, there's a list of pros and cons to be considered. The same is true when it comes to choosing who should be taking care of that IT. Today, we'll help you make sense of your choices by comparing the two contenders: in-house IT vs. managed IT services.

Choosing Tech Experts

Your technology is involved in everything you do, from communication to customer service to marketing. Because of this, it's absolutely crucial to make sure that your tech is in the best hands--but that's not always easy to do. After all, there's a lot to consider, especially when it comes to more intricate issues like cybersecurity (which is always changing to keep up with the latest threats). The good news is that you don't have to make this choice without a little background information. Sometimes, the best way to make a choice is to compare your two options--so here's an honest look at in-house IT versus managed IT services.

In-House IT

  • Availability: In-house IT experts are right there when you need them. However, since they're responsible for all the IT in your company, it's important to take into consideration that they'll have a heavy workload.
  • Responsibility: With in-house IT, you hold the reins 100%--and although that has its advantages, there's definitely some stress involved.
  • Control: There's definitely some value in employing your own IT experts. They learn your needs by being part of the business--plus you can train them to do things your way.

Managed IT Services

  • Reliability: One of the great things about managed IT is that it's reliable in every situation. Where in-house staff might be overworked or out sick, managed IT can have your back 24/7.
  • Expertise: Managed IT puts you in touch with experts in every branch of the technology field, meaning there's never a question they won't be able to answer or a problem they'll take too long to solve.
  • Cost: At the end of the day, managed IT is simply more cost-effective. It offers predictable prices and can work with you so that you pay for exactly what you need.

When it comes to in-house IT vs. managed IT services, the most important thing is what's best for you. For more information or for help making the choice, contact us today!