Managed vs Co-Managed IT: What Should My Company Get [Video]

Managed and Co-Managed IT both help businesses take their IT to the next level. But which one is the better fit for you? We’ll break it down in this video. 

1:00 What is the difference between Managed and Co-Managed IT? 

Managed IT steps in as your IT team while co-managed IT is a supplement to an existing team. 

2:15 Which model is a better fit for your business? 

You may want to go with Managed IT if: 

1. If you struggle with hiring and retaining high-level IT talent,
2. If you want to focus on your core goals and competencies,
3. If you don’t have a long-term IT strategy.

On the other hand, you may want to go with Co-Managed IT if: 

1. If you have a team but it cannot meet the daily IT demands,
2. If you need to fill a gap in knowledge or skills,
3. If you lack IT leadership.

4:39 What is the cost of Managed and Co-Managed IT? 

Managed IT can cost anywhere between $130 - $270/user per month while Co-managed IT often costs 30%-35% less than that at a range of $120 - $250. The pricing structure varies between companies.   

To learn more about Managed and Co-Managed IT, be sure to catch our other educational content found on the ITS website’s Learning Center.