Question 1

What is managed IT?

Accepted Answer

Managed IT (also called managed IT services or MSP) is an outsourced IT model where a third-party provider takes responsibility for managing and monitoring your technology infrastructure on an ongoing basis. Unlike break-fix IT (where you call someone only when something breaks), managed IT is proactive — the provider monitors your systems, handles routine maintenance, provides help desk support, and manages security continuously for a flat monthly fee.

Question 2

What's included in managed IT services?

Accepted Answer

Most managed IT plans include: 24/7 system monitoring and alerting, help desk and remote support, patch management, endpoint protection (antivirus/EDR), backup monitoring, vendor management, and regular reporting. Higher-tier plans typically add on-site support visits, advanced security (SIEM, MDR), vCIO services, and compliance assistance.

Question 3

How much does managed IT cost?

Accepted Answer

Managed IT is typically priced per device (workstation, server, or network device) per month. For Orange County businesses, expect $65–$150 per device depending on the level of support. A 15-person office might pay $1,200–$2,500/month for comprehensive managed IT, which is significantly less than a single in-house IT employee ($75K+/year fully loaded).

Question 4

Is managed IT right for small businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes — managed IT is especially valuable for small businesses (5–100 employees) that can't justify a full-time IT employee but need reliable support, security, and someone to call when things go wrong. Most SMBs that switch from break-fix to managed IT see faster response times, fewer outages, and better security posture within the first 90 days.

Question 5

What's the difference between managed IT and break-fix IT?

Accepted Answer

Break-fix IT: you pay per incident, usually hourly. The provider makes money when things break. Managed IT: flat monthly fee, proactive support. The provider is incentivized to prevent problems because they absorb the cost of fixing them. Managed IT almost always results in better outcomes at lower total cost for businesses with more than 5 employees.

Question 6

How do I switch from my current IT provider to a managed IT provider?

Accepted Answer

A good managed IT provider will handle the transition for you. The process typically involves: documentation of your current environment, transfer of credentials and vendor relationships, deployment of monitoring agents, and a defined transition period (usually 30–60 days). BitBlockIT provides a structured onboarding process with no disruption to your operations.

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