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Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Omega Systems Ranked Among Top Managed Service Providers on 2025 MSP 501 List
READING, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Omega Systems, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, was named to the 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501, ranking #49 among the world's top-performing managed service providers (MSPs). This is Omega's fifth consecutive year on the prestigious list, affirming its consistent performance, innovation and impact in industries such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and professional services. 'Ranking among the top MSPs in the world reflects more than just our operational excellence – it signals our commitment to leading customers into the future with secure, scalable and transformative solutions,' said Mike Fuhrman, CEO of Omega Systems. 'Amid a landscape defined by accelerating threats and mounting compliance pressure, our team continues to rise to the challenge – giving today's businesses the strategic support and depth of expertise they need to stay protected and operate with confidence.' The MSP 501, curated by Channel Partners, is one of the IT industry's most comprehensive and trusted benchmarks of MSPs worldwide. Rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation of long-term business health, recurring revenue, service innovation, and customer impact. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content. In addition to its placement on the MSP 501, Omega Systems has earned several industry accolades in 2025 that reflect its broad impact and deep technical expertise. The company was named a Top Solution Provider by CRN for the fourth consecutive year, recognized on the 2025 CRN Tech Elite 250 for its commitment to advanced technical certifications and service innovation, and honored as 2025's Top Family Office Cybersecurity Provider for its work protecting high-value, highly targeted financial organizations. Together, these recognitions reinforce Omega's reputation as a trusted partner across sectors where security, compliance, and performance are paramount. To learn more about Omega System's MSP offerings, visit: About Omega Systems As a multi-award-winning MSP and MSSP, Omega Systems is passionate about delivering the security and compliance expertise today's businesses need alongside the responsive and reliable managed IT support they deserve. Omega's service-driven IT solutions portfolio includes 24×7 managed IT support, cybersecurity risk management, managed detection & response (MDR), backup and disaster recovery, multi-cloud connectivity, and much more. Omega Systems serves a diverse customer base across the U.S. and in key industries such as financial services, healthcare, professional services, manufacturing, government, and nonprofit. Learn more at
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Spectrotel Debuts on the 2025 MSP 501 at #33 – Earning Global Recognition for Managed Services Excellence
NEPTUNE, N.J., July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spectrotel, Inc., a leading provider of Managed Network Services, today announced that it has earned a top-tier position on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501, landing at #33 worldwide. This year's ranking highlights Spectrotel's rapid transformation from an aggregator to a technology-enabled solutions provider redefining the managed services experience for modern enterprises. 'This recognition is the result of years of focused investment-building the platform, the team, and the services to help customers take control of increasingly complex network environments,' said Ross Artale, CEO of Spectrotel. 'In a world where connectivity powers every business interaction, the network has become mission critical. Businesses need more than uptime-they need visibility, intelligence, and partners who can help them stay ahead of problems before they happen. That's the path we've taken at Spectrotel. We've reimagined what managed network services should look like – and we're just getting started. Spectrotel delivers fully managed Network, Cloud Communications, Enterprise Mobility, and Connectivity solutions to leading multi-location enterprises across North America. Powered by its Network Intelligence Center (NIC) and an expanded ITIL-aligned service framework, Spectrotel has introduced a predictive, prescriptive model that goes beyond traditional monitoring. Through advanced analytics, observability, and automation – backed by relentless human support – Spectrotel helps enterprises reduce downtime, mitigate risk, streamline operations, and unlock greater ROI. As a first-time MSP 501 honoree, Spectrotel is proud to stand alongside a global community of exceptional providers. We extend our congratulations to all of this year's winners who are driving innovation and excellence across the industry. The annual Channel Partners MSP 501 is the most comprehensive and trusted global ranking of managed service providers, evaluating companies based on growth, recurring revenue, high-margin services, innovation, and service excellence. For the past 18 years, MSPs worldwide have applied to be included on this prestigious list—a milestone achievement for any provider. Rankings are determined using a quantitative methodology that assesses annual revenue, EBITDA profitability, and recurring revenue, developed by leading experts in the managed services industry. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content. This year's MSP 501 list is one of the most competitive in the survey's history, recognizing the best of the best in the technology services industry. Winners will be featured on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and celebrated during a special ceremony at the MSP Summit, taking place September 15–17, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. Representing top-tier, vendor-agnostic providers, the MSP 501 honorees deliver exceptional value to small, midsized, and enterprise customers alike—driving innovation across AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, help desk, and remote monitoring and management. With an average revenue of $29.4 million and $16 million in recurring revenue, these companies play a critical role in keeping global customers safe, connected, and operating at peak efficiency "Making the MSP 501 isn't just about performance metrics—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide,' said Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM. Background The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list and every provider with a managed services practice, benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow. About Spectrotel Spectrotel is redefining Managed Network Services by raising the service bar—advancing network management from reactive and proactive approaches to predictive and prescriptive strategies. Our technology-enabled, service-exceeding solutions leverage automation, AI-driven intelligence, and human expertise to reduce downtime, minimize service degradation, and strengthen communication platforms. From SD-WAN and SASE to cloud connectivity and advanced security, Spectrotel provides seamless, scalable, and fully managed solutions that empower businesses to focus on growth while we ensure their networks run with maximum performance and resilience. About Channel Partners Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers. Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit. Channel Partners is part of Informa Connect, a leading provider of live events, digital content and training for the global business technology community. Through in-depth expertise and an engaged audience community, Informa Connect helps business professionals make better technology decisions and marketers reach the most powerful tech buyers and influencers in the world. Informa Connects portfolio includes more than 450 annual events attended by 12,000 business professionals, Media Contact: Joe BagarozzaDirector, MarketingSpectrotel, Media Contacts Dave Raffo Sr. Conference Editor & Community Manager | Informa Connect Channel Partners Conference Newsletter Editor Sydney Kurtz Associate Marketing Manager, VIP Audience | Channel Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Align Continues Reign on Channel Futures 2025 MSP 501 List, Marking 5 Years of Elite Recognition
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Align, a leading global provider of technology infrastructure solutions and managed IT services, has been named as one of the world's top-performing managed services providers in the prestigious 2025 Channel Partner MSP 501 rankings. This year, Align ranked at impressive number 26 on the highly competitive list, further cementing its status as a top-tier provider in the managed services industry. The annual Channel Partners MSP 501 list, a technology industry benchmark, ranks companies based on a wide range of metrics including above industry average revenue growth, recurring revenue, high-margin services and innovation including monetizing AI services. This year, Align ranked at impressive number 26 on the MSP 501 list, further cementing its status as a top-tier provider in the managed services industry. Share For the past 18 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing. It is a milestone achievement for any managed services organization to be included on the list. The Channel Partners MSP 501 survey uses a quantitative methodology to rank companies based on their annual revenue, profitability measured by EBITDA, and recurring revenue. The methodology has been developed by a Who's-Who in the managed services industry. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content. MSPs that qualify for the list must also pass a rigorous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editors. Channel Partners ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency. "The MSP 501 is the channel industry's unofficial GPS. Customers use it to navigate the over 300K MSP ecosystem, and vendors use it to find the right partners for their GTM strategy,' said Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). 'Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you." Vinod Paul, President of Align Managed Services states: 'As the pace of innovation accelerates, the financial services sector stands at a pivotal crossroads—where legacy systems must give way to future-ready technology. Earning a place on the MSP 501 list underscores Align's mission to lead this transformation. We're proud to guide hedge funds, private equity firms, and financial institutions into a new era, where AI-driven automation, quantum-secure infrastructure, and edge-native architectures aren't just concepts—they're catalysts for resilience, growth, and competitive advantage in a dynamic digital world.' Chris Zadrima, Managing Director of Align Managed Services, adds: 'Our continued presence—and upward momentum—on the MSP 501 list for the fifth consecutive year reflects more than just technical excellence. It highlights our ability to evolve with the ever-changing technological landscape, continuously refining our solutions and operations to meet emerging challenges. Our clients count on us not only for execution, but for our agility and vision. As the industry transforms, so do we—delivering innovative, secure, and forward-thinking solutions that keep our clients ahead of the curve.' This year's list is one of the most competitive in the survey's history. Winners will be recognized on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and honored during a special ceremony at MSP Summit, Sept 15-17, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. In addition, Vinod Paul is a keynote speaker at the upcoming conference where he will be discussing 'What's Next in 2026 for MSP Technology'. The MSP 501 represents the best in the technology services industry delivering outstanding vendor and platform neutral advice and value to small, midsized and enterprise customers. This year, the average revenue per MSP 501 is $29.4 million with an average recurring revenue of $16 million. These are truly the best of the best. Many of their services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, help desk and remote monitoring and management. The Channel Partners MSP 501 is responsible for keeping their global customers safe, connected and efficient. Said Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM: "Making the MSP 501 isn't just about performance metrics—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide." The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list and every provider with a managed services practice, benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow. It is the most comprehensive and definitive worldwide listing of best-in-class managed service providers It uses a proprietary algorithm and financial data to rank MSP performance against peers It has an 18-year history of recognizing top-performing MSPs It evaluates companies based on growth, profitability, and innovation Winners play a critical role in the $5 trillion technology industry Winners will be recognized at the MSP Summit during the MSP 501 gala awards ceremony scheduled for Sept. 15-17 in Orlando, Fla. About Align Align's Managed Services team provides comprehensive IT solutions that allow businesses to operate efficiently without the cost of in-house IT. This includes managing cloud services, implementing cybersecurity measures, handling day-to-day IT operations, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Our team offers unparalleled expertise for the alternative investment space, making us the premier choice for hedge funds, private equity firms, and other financial institutions. As part of Align, the premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions, we bring over 38 years of experience in solving complex IT challenges for businesses worldwide.
Business Wire
27-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Zayo Ranks #2 on the 2025 Channel Futures MSP 501 — Cementing Its Position as a Global Leader in Managed Services
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Zayo, a leading communications infrastructure and managed services provider, has been ranked #2 on the 2025 Channel Futures Managed Service Provider (MSP) 501, the definitive global list of top managed service providers. Climbing from #8 in 2023 to #7 in 2024, Zayo's continued rise in the MSP 501 ranking reflects its commitment to expanding and optimizing its managed services to deliver the high-performance, scalable solutions and expert support organizations need to navigate today's complex digital landscape. 'As networks grow more complex, customers need a partner who can simplify operations, strengthen security, and help them adapt to rapid technology shifts like AI,' said Michael McKerley, SVP of Advanced & Managed Services at Zayo. 'This ranking reflects the investment we've made to deliver agile, intelligent managed services that support long-term transformation. It's a strong validation of our direction and our role as a trusted partner to our customers.' Through its direct sales team and network of channel partners, Zayo delivers critical Managed Communications, Edge, Security, and Network services to the largest and most innovative organizations, encompassing over 6,000 customers across 60 countries. Over the last year, Zayo has made significant enhancements to its managed service portfolio, including expansions to its managed edge and communications offerings, strategic additions to its vendor partner network, and AI-driven monitoring and automation across its entire portfolio. Zayo's best-in-class managed services, combined with its expansive tier-1 network, not only enable connection for organizations from edge to edge, edge to cloud, cloud to core, and everywhere in between, but also provide impactful observability and insights into network performance and health to streamline IT workflows, reduce costs, increase the ROI of their network technology, and mitigate incidents. For the past 18 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing. MSPs that qualify for the list must also pass a rigorous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editors. Channel Partners ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content. Said Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM: "Making the MSP 501 isn't just about performance metrics—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide." To learn more about Zayo's managed service offerings, visit Methodology The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list and every provider with a managed services practice, benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow. About Zayo For more than 17 years, Zayo has empowered some of the world's largest and most innovative companies to connect what's next for their business. The Zayo group of companies connects 400 global markets with future-ready networks that span over 19M million fiber miles and 147,000 route miles. Zayo's tailored connectivity solutions and managed services enable carriers, cloud providers, data centers, schools, enterprises, and channel partners to deliver exceptional experiences, from core to cloud to edge. Discover how Zayo connects what's next at and follow us on LinkedIn. About Channel Futures Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers. Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit. Channel Partners is part of Informa Connect, a leading provider of live events, digital content and training for the global business technology community. Through in-depth expertise and an engaged audience community, Informa Connect helps business professionals make better technology decisions and marketers reach the most powerful tech buyers and influencers in the world. Informa Connects portfolio includes more than 450 annual events attended by 12,000 business professionals.
Business Wire
27-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Channel Partners Unveils 2025 MSP 501, Tech Industry's Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Channel Partners today unveils the 2025 MSP 501 list that represents the most influential and highest performing providers of managed services in the global technology industry. The MSP 501 is the only industry list that uses financial data from applicants to rank their performance against their peers. This year's list is one of the most competitive in the survey's 18-year history. View the complete list here. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content. MSPs that qualify to be included on the list must pass a rigorous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editors. Channel Partners ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency. "The MSP 501 is the channel industry's unofficial GPS. Customers use it to navigate the over 300,000 MSP ecosystem, and vendors use it to find the right partners for their GTM strategy,' said Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). 'Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you." The MSP 501 represents the best in the technology services industry delivering outstanding vendor and platform neutral advice and value to small, midsized and enterprise customers. This year, the MSP 501 generated aggregate revenue of nearly $25 billion with an average growth or recurring revenue of 19%. Many of the MSP 501's services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, help desk and remote monitoring and management. Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels General Manager added, "Making the MSP 501 isn't just about performance metrics—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide." The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list and every provider with a managed services practice, benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow. The MSP 501 winners will be honored during a special ceremony on September 18 at MSP Summit, which takes place September 15-17, 2025 at the Loews Royal Pacific in Orlando, Florida. Register to attend the MSP Summit here. For sponsorship opportunities contact us here. Stay connected with Channel Futures on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. About Channel Partners Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers. Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit. Channel Partners is part of Informa Connect, a leading provider of live events, digital content and training for the global business technology community. Through in-depth expertise and an engaged audience community, Informa Connect helps business professionals make better technology decisions and marketers reach the most powerful tech buyers and influencers in the world. Informa Connects portfolio includes more than 450 annual events attended by 12,000 business professionals,
