Integrating managed services into an organization does not have to be a fully-outsourced solution. More and more organizations are turning to managed network providers for partial IT outsourcing even if they currently have — and wish to continue to have — an internal team managing aspects of their information technology. In fact, partial IT outsourcing has become one of the most strategic and cost-effective approaches for businesses that want the best of both worlds: the familiarity and institutional knowledge of an in-house team, combined with the expertise and resources of an experienced managed services provider.
A reliable managed network partner can seamlessly work as a supplement to your existing IT team, helping monitor your infrastructure, manage security requirements, and help resolve any everyday incidents that may occur. Whether you’re a small business with a single IT staffer or a mid-sized organization with a full department, partial IT outsourcing can be tailored to fit your specific needs, budget, and goals.
Below are 5 reasons why companies who intend to continue managing IT in-house can still benefit from partial IT outsourcing with a Managed Network provider.
Become More Proactive in Your Approach to IT
Managed Services provide proactive IT support. Being proactive in your approach to information technology naturally improves the security of your network and infrastructure. Many organizations who manage 100% of their IT in-house gravitate towards a reactive model — no matter how good their intentions are. Taking a reactive approach to IT leaves your organization open to severe vulnerabilities that can turn into major issues down the road. You fix what’s broken, but may forgo patching servers, backing up data, monitoring systems, and may not be aware of new risks that could impact your security posture.
Leaning on a managed services provider for administrative assistance can also decrease risks associated with human error by limiting the number of people who have in-house admin access. This is one of the most frequently overlooked benefits of partial IT outsourcing — reducing internal risk without sacrificing the day-to-day control your team values.
Gain Access to Additional Resources with Partial IT Outsourcing
A second set of eyes can make a huge difference, especially for organizations with smaller IT departments or a single individual managing in-house IT processes. If your IT staffer has a question, they don’t have to let their decision-making hinge solely on instinct — they can reach out to a dedicated support team and get assistance right away. These resources provide more than just general IT support — they know everything about your unique network environment and its intricacies, enabling them to deliver truly personalized guidance when it matters most.
Take Burdens Away from Internal Staff
End-user support is a monotonous task that most internal IT staffers don’t enjoy. If a printer fails to connect to a machine, who gets the first phone call? The IT staffer. They walk down the hall, fix the issue in two minutes, and return to their desk — only for a marketing manager to stop by 10 minutes later needing VPN access set up for a remote employee. It never ends. A partial IT outsourcing arrangement allows routine monitoring and repetitive helpdesk tasks to be offloaded to your managed services partner, freeing your internal team to focus on higher-value initiatives, strategic planning, and actually leaving the office at a reasonable hour.
Keep Everyone Ahead of Industry Trends
When work piles up and you’re constantly playing catch-up, it’s difficult to stay current with emerging updates, new software investments, and evolving security threats. A managed network operation has the dedicated resources to keep you informed on what’s new in the world of technology and ensure your organization is never caught off guard. Staying ahead of industry trends is far more achievable when you have a committed partner whose core focus is IT innovation and best practices.
Decrease Costs & Add Value to Your Operations
When working with a Managed Network provider alongside your internal team, you’re adding a monthly fee without eliminating salary costs — so how does partial IT outsourcing actually save money? Consider the old saying: “time is money.” By reallocating your internal staff toward strategic planning and revenue-generating projects, you’re making a smart investment in business growth. A managed network partner also helps make IT budgeting more predictable by proactively protecting against threats and assisting with cloud migration initiatives — reducing the cost of maintaining aging, on-premise infrastructure.
Should Your Team Consider Partial IT Outsourcing?
Even if you’re not handing over full control of your IT environment, partial IT outsourcing with a managed network vendor that uses the NIST cybersecurity framework can deliver significant benefits — making your entire team more effective, more secure, and better positioned for long-term growth. Whether you have a team of one or a department of twenty, the right managed services partnership can elevate what you’re already doing.
ThrottleNet is a full-service managed services provider with nearly two decades of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses in the St. Louis area. Contact us today to learn more about our services and explore whether partial IT outsourcing is the right fit for your organization.
