What’s the Difference Between Managed Services and Outsourcing Your IT Needs?

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Many people assume managed services and outsourcing are the same thing—and while they’re similar in concept, there are important differences. Both involve engaging an outside company to handle essential IT functions for your business, but the scope and approach vary.

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Outsourcing means transferring all of your IT needs to an external company. That provider acts as your IT department, delivering all services and communicating with you as necessary.