Choosing the Right Hosting Model: A Strategy Guide

Organizations have many options to choose from when hosting an application or service. Here are some common models and key considerations.

Most organizations recognize that hosted solutions offer benefits over buying and managing IT infrastructure. However, many are unaware of all the available options.

The AI Expertise Conundrum

A lack of AI knowledge is keeping organizations from capitalizing on AI to create competitive advantages. A qualified MSP can help.

Most small to midsize enterprises (SMEs) are looking to adopt AI, but many are struggling or failing. Some studies suggest that up to 95 percent of AI pilots fail to produce measurable results.

The Growing Cybersecurity Skills Gap

Few organizations have the skills needed to combat rising cyber threats.

Recent surveys indicate that few organizations feel prepared to handle the rising sophistication of cyberattacks. Of particular concern are increasing geopolitical risks and attacks involving AI. A 2025 Accenture report found that 90 percent of large organizations are unprepared to protect against AI-enabled threats.

Keeping Data Protection Current

Modernizing the backup environment and keeping backups secure play an essential role in protecting business-critical data against rising threats.

In an increasingly data-driven world, legacy backup systems and strategies no longer provide adequate data protection.

Optimizing the Cloud

Skyrocketing costs, significant waste and AI adoption are making cloud optimization a leading trend.

Virtually all organizations are using cloud services in some capacity. However, far fewer are using it effectively due to persistent challenges with waste, cost management and security.

Go Beyond Cybersecurity with Cyber Resilience

An effective cyber resilience strategy helps organizations withstand a cyberattack and recover quickly with minimal impact on their operations.

Cybersecurity is no longer sufficient in today’s threat environment. Organizations must do more than simply prevent malware attacks or unauthorized access.

Building a Cybersecurity Culture

An organizational culture that values and promotes security best practices plays a key role in reducing cyber risk.

It’s well known that humans are the weakest link in the cybersecurity chain. In fact, the 2025 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report found that 60 percent of security breaches involve user behavior.

The Agent Advantage

AI agents can help small to midsize enterprises become more competitive.

Imagine having an assistant who can do it all. Handle repetitive tasks quickly and accurately. Answer customer queries and provide support. Personalize marketing campaigns and qualify leads.

How Managed Services Aid in Regulatory Compliance

Managed services help reduce regulatory compliance risk and enable organizations to capitalize on the strategic advantages of compliance.

Thousands of government and industry regulations are in play today, with an estimated 30 percent of those impacting small to midsize enterprises.

Identity Management and Physical Access

Modern physical security systems integrate with identity management platforms to enhance operational efficiency while reducing risk.

Most people think of identity management as a tool for enhancing the security of systems, applications, networks and data.

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