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THE OUTSOURCING TREND

Now more than ever, SMEs are focusing on cybersecurity and strategic collaboration. Their ideologies have also shifted to being value-driven, emphasising quality over quantity. Living in the wake of the pandemic and amidst the turmoil of the cost of living crisis and the war in Ukraine, many businesses with limited resources are also opting to outsource their IT to Managed Service Providers. Let’s take a look at how they benefit from using these guys.

1. COST-EFFICIENT BENEFITS

When you outsource your IT there’s no need to sweat the cost of training, space, or gear. Your third-party provider should have it all covered. And you can just pay for the work they do, without signing your life away. Plus, you don’t have to go through all the fancy hiring processes or offer big perks, which can save you a fortune in operational expenses.

2. THE NEWEST TECHNOLOGY

Technology changes fast, and SME owners don’t always have the know-how, time, or resources to keep up with the pace. When you outsource your IT, you’ve got the tech latest tools at your fingertips to be productive and secure. Having outside support can be a huge help if disaster strikes. When things go wrong, like a server crash or lost data, or if your remote workers can’t connect, these experts will know exactly what to do.

3. FOCUS ON OBJECTIVES

A big reason why businesses outsource IT is to give their team players a break from routine tasks and let them focus on their main objectives. Oftentimes, we get stuck into things that are not really our job, slowing us down, causing stress, and leading to poor performance. By outsourcing IT, you can avoid these risks and let your team focus on what they do best, hit their goals, and grow their skills.

4. INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY

Besides providing invaluable support for your team and, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional work, outsourcing IT helps everybody thrive and feel valued. They have the resources they need to execute daily tasks without being pulled into different areas of the business. Additionally, outsourcing provides access to tools and resources that may not be available in-house, such as remote work capabilities, VPN, and streamlined data management, leading to improved productivity for all.

5. BE PROACTIVE

In-house IT teams are often more reactive than proactive, as they’re always available to troubleshoot issues. This can take up a lot of time, leaving little room for big-picture projects. Outsourcing IT means you have 24/7 monitoring to proactively catch problems early and tailor processes to fit your needs. When you outsource IT, you prevent downtime, be proactive and boost productivity.

6. ACCESS TO A GREATER SKILLSET

Smart folk who outsource IT find that they can tap into a wider pool of skilled pros from all over the world and get fresh ideas to help their SME grow. It’s often cheaper than hiring locals, and the exchange of ideas between teams can lead to creative solutions that benefit both sides. For example, India, Ukraine, Poland and South Africa offer competitive talent, technology, and resources that compete directly with their Western counterparts.

7. MITIGATE RISK

Every business investment comes with a degree of risk. Markets, competition, regulations, finances, and technology can all change rapidly. However, when you outsource IT, the provider assumes and manages much of the risk for you. They have specialised industry knowledge, especially with security and compliance, and are better equipped to make decisions on how to avoid risks in their areas of expertise.

8. STAY COMPETITIVE

The long and the short of it is that outsourcing IT helps SMEs remain competitive. They are up to date with industry trends and can leverage new ideas for growth and expansion. Unlike in-house teams that are often bogged down with reactive tasks, an outsourced IT team has the flexibility to focus on ongoing projects and stay informed about developments that can impact the business. By outsourcing IT, you are one step closer to realising the vision for your business.

OUTSOURCE IT BETTER

Saving money, accessing the best technologies, improving your productivity and having a competitive edge are only a handful of reasons why you should outsource your IT. As an IT expert with 20 years plus experience in supporting SMEs in London and beyond, I will help you take your business to the level. Need help selecting the best guys to outsource your IT to? Look no further. Call me today and let’s make IT win for you.

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