11th Annual MSP 501 Identifies World’s Most Forward-Thinking MSPs & Leading Trends in Managed Services

White Rock, British Columbia, June 28, 2018: happier IT ranks among the world’s 501 most strategic and innovative managed service providers (MSPs), according to Channel Futures 11th-annual MSP 501 Worldwide Company Rankings.

The MSP 501 is the first, largest and most comprehensive ranking of managed service providers worldwide. This year Channel Futures received a record number of submissions. Applications poured in from Europe, Asia, South America and beyond.

As it has for the last three years, Channel Futures teamed with Clarity Channel Advisors to evaluate these progressive and forward-leaning companies. MSPs were ranked according to our unique methodology, which recognizes that not all revenue streams are created equal. We weighted revenue figures according to how well the applicant’s business strategy anticipates trends in the fast-evolving channel ecosystem.

“happier IT is proud to be recognized as one of the world’s most strategic and innovative Managed Service Providers,” said Lee Van Iderstine, CEO, happier IT. “Our client-first model and dedication towards continuous improvements uniquely positions us to help our clients save time and resources by streamlining and effectively managing their technology needs, allowing them to focus on their business. This ranking is an acknowledgement of the dedication of our team to fulfilling our company’s mission of providing a happier IT experience.”

Channel Futures is pleased to honor happier IT.

“This year’s applicant pool was the largest and most diverse in the history of the survey, and our winners represent the health and progressivity of the managed services market,” says Kris Blackmon, Channel Futures content director and editor of the MSP 501. “They’re growing their revenue, expanding their customer influence and exploring new technology that will propel them for years to come.”

The full MSP 501 report, available this fall, will leverage applicant responses, interviews and historical data to identify business and technology trends in the IT channel. Highlights will include:

• Revenue growth and business models

• Hiring trends and workforce dynamics

• Business strategies

• Service deliverables

• Business tools and automation investments

The complete 2018 MSP 501 list is available at Channel Futures.

Background

The 2018 MSP 501 list is based on data collected by Channel Futures and its sister site, Channel Partners. Data was collected online from Feb. 28 through May 31, 2018. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, growth and other factors.

About happier IT

happier IT Technologies Corporation is a leading provider of comprehensive IT services and support to small and medium sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Founded in 1996, happier IT has become one of the most prominent technology solutions providers in BC.

happier IT delivers customized, personal service to thousands of clients from across Canada and the United States and has a comprehensive portfolio of IT services and partners, making happier IT a one-stop-shop for all technology needs. 

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