The feverish pace of advancements in information and networking technology have made the “IT-scape” an understandably daunting place for small businesses to navigate. But unless your company is an airgapped lemonade stand, then navigate you must.

If your organization is growing, you can expect to face the question, “Should we continue managing IT functions in-house or explore outsourcing to a trusted partner?”

But isn’t IT outsourcing is something only bigger organizations can afford? Well actually, by delegating certain business operations to outside experts, you can actually save money, improve processes and so much more. You’d be surprised.

“It’s okay, I have a guy.”

You may have dedicated IT staff that isn’t you, and maybe they’re good. However, if you’re faced with the need for expertise beyond the scope of your in-house team, a provider like Corporate Armor, a BlueAlly company can strengthen and harden what you have in place, not merely replace it. Tapping the services of an experienced IT partner opens you up to a diverse talent pool with specialized skillsets, important industry certifications, and deep technical proficiency. Outsourcing IT services is about more than just a division of labor. It’s like adding weapons to your arsenal. Here are a few reasons to consider it:

Limited In-house Experience – According to 2024 market data from Gitnux, around 36% of companies admit being under-resourced in managing their IT services because of financial constraints and a shortage of skilled personnel. So, while many in-house IT teams may possess a breadth of knowledge, they may lack the in-depth experience or technical certifications in specific focus areas such as cybersecurity, cloud management and data analytics. That’s where Corporate Armor, a BlueAlly company comes in.

High Operational Costs – Your DIY IT department carries certain overhead costs, including (self) training, certifications and infrastructure investments – that’s an enterprise-grade word for “gear.” For businesses operating on tight budgets (which is pretty much all of them), outsourcing IT services can be an attractive alternative. It can be a great way to save time, money, and stress while enhancing the quality of IT support and services.

Inconsistent Performance – In-house IT teams may struggle to provide round-the-clock monitoring and support in the event of unforeseen downtime or performance issues. These can really disrupt operations, leaving businesses vulnerable to service disruptions and productivity losses, and can result in financial losses and erode customer trust.

And remember, the odds and complexity of disruptions tend to increase with the size of your company. An outside IT partner offers proactive, 24/7 monitoring and maintenance services. By entrusting IT management to experienced professionals, businesses can minimize the risk of bad things happening, or deal with them in the event that they do.

Difficulty Scaling – As a business expands and evolves, so do its technology requirements. Scaling internal IT resources to accommodate growth can be a daunting, expensive task. It’s likely to require sizeable investments in hardware, software and technical personnel. Leveraging the advanced skills of an external, all-encompassing IT services provider offers a flexible and scalable solution that that can flex and change with your organization.

Security Concerns – It goes without saying that cybersecurity threats are a perpetual, significant risk to businesses of all sizes. Potential consequences range from data breaches to financial hits and reputational damage. Internal IT teams may battle to keep pace with evolving security threats and regulatory requirements, leaving you vulnerable to exploitation. Remember, your security team has to get it right 100% of the time. The bad guys only have to get it right once.

Outsourced IT partners specialize in cybersecurity measures. They will implement robust defenses and proactive strategies to safeguard sensitive data and systems. By partnering with Corporate Armor, a BlueAlly company, you can enhance your security posture and mitigate the risks associated with cyber threats.

The good news

The good new is, there are now very affordable, light-footprint options than ever for smaller businesses to enjoy the reassuring expert touch of managed IT services. That frees you up to do what you do best.

What kind of IT services can I outsource?

The decision to outsource IT service support is driven by a myriad of factors, a decision we can help guide you in. Corporate Armor, a BlueAlly company, has expertise to conquer the complexity of IT for you and simplify all your essential business functions.

Everything from managed cyber to managed infrastructure, to Consulting/Professional Services including Cloud Services, Implementation Services, Migration Services, Integration, and Service Providers that will design and deploy IT your entire infrastructure: You can absolutely rely on Corporate Armor, a BlueAlly company‘s extensive technical expertise to secure and support your entire digital environment. Reach out to us here, or call 877-449-0458.

Should You Outsource Your IT Services?

• There are now very affordable, light-footprint options than ever
• By outsourcing certain business operations, you can actually save money
• Outsourcing your IT services is about more than just a division of labor