Don’t Let These Outsourced IT Myths Limit Your Success

Every business needs IT support. From point-of-sales systems at local cafés to managing remote teams at a new startup, properly managed IT is just as important for small and medium-sized businesses as it is for large multinational conglomerates.

Companies are often tempted to have IT support in-house; this is, in part, because there are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding outsourced IT. We’re here to debunk those myths; read on to learn how outsourced IT can help you grow your business and save money.

Myth #1: Outsourcing Is Only for Big Companies

Big companies—from Coca-Cola to Walmart—rely on other companies to help support their day-to-day operations. They understand where their own core competencies lie, and they have the resources to hire third parties to support them in areas outside their expertise.

Don’t put the cart before the horse, though—it’s possible these companies grew so big because they were willing to outsource, not the other way around. Outsourcing your IT isn’t about your size—it’s about your needs. Think about the following:

Priorities: Do you have the time and resources to hire and train an in-house IT department? Do you even need a full-time in-house IT department?

Competencies: Are you or your partners well-versed in IT? Do you know where to start when it comes to addressing your IT needs?

Future projects: Do you have an in-house IT department but expect to need an increase in staff for your upcoming projects? Does your current department have the skills required to complete the projects you’re planning to tackle in the future?

Outsourced IT is incredibly flexible—we can work with you to match our services to your priorities and competencies. We’ll help you plan your IT infrastructure and give you the tools you need to start projects that can grow your business.

Myth #2: The Quality of Your IT Services Will Be Compromised

This myth is a bit funny because the opposite is generally true—quality will increase. An outsourced team will have a fresh, unique take on your company’s IT needs. Better still, your outsourced team will have years of experience working on various projects, giving you access to a broader pool of knowledge and skills.

Myth #3: Outsourced IT Is Expensive

Whether you’re a business or a non-profit, costs are always on your mind. Here are a few things you should know:

Outsourcing IT is often less expensive than hiring, training, and paying your own staff in-house.

An outsourced IT team can help you find ways to drastically lower your overhead costs and improve productivity—in other words, it can help you make more money.

Outsourced IT is highly scalable; you’ll only need to hire the team for the services you need. In other words, you’ll get exactly what you pay for—there are outsourced IT services for every budget.

Take all of that into consideration, then think about the costs of not having an IT team—data breaches leading to legal battles, outages shutting down your business, and data loss leading to months of work disappearing in the blink of an eye.

Outsourcing your IT can save you money and prevent loss—most businesses can’t afford to go without an IT team!

Myth #4: Outsourced IT Is Only for Outages

Your outsourced IT team can do so much more than respond to crisis situations. With the right team, you can:

Build better IT infrastructure

Improve network speeds

Secure your network and sensitive data

Make life easier for in-office and remote workers

And more!

Don’t let the myths fool you: Outsourced IT can be a massive boon for your business. Consider outsourced IT for your business—call Constant C Technology Group today!