Managed IT

Managed IT.Less downtime.

Stop paying for IT that only shows up after something breaks. We run or co-manage day-to-day IT so your team keeps low effort and the business keeps high value.

24/7/365 monitoring
The real difference

MSP vs break/fix

Break/fix waits for failure. Managed IT prevents it, and owns the outcome when something still slips through.

  • Break / fixYou call after systems are already down.
  • EMPIST ManagedWe watch, fix, and follow through before your day stops.
What's included

Know what’s covered before you buy

Core Managed IT on every plan. Add security, cloud, or digital when you need them.

Included

  • 24/7 monitoring & alerting
  • Help desk & remote support
  • Patch management
  • Network administration
  • Vendor management
  • Reporting & quarterly business reviews

Add when you need them

How we cover you

Everything behind “we’ll handle it”

Each piece has a clear job. Together they’re one partner for an Effortless Experience.

Network Operations Center

Issues caught before users feel them. Visible in EMPIST 360.

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Service Desk

People stay productive. Support stays visible in EMPIST 360.

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Backup & Disaster Recovery

Monitored, tested, and visible. Recovery that works when you need it.

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Managed Detection & Response

Threat hunting and response when security events need specialists.

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Patch Management

OS and third-party patches, with visibility that strengthens security posture.

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Multi-Factor Authentication

Stronger sign-in on critical systems, managed for you.

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Effortless Experience

What you feel after go-live

Not more tools. Less chaos, clearer outcomes, and a partner you can hold accountable.

  • Low effort for your team

    Day-to-day monitoring, support, and maintenance sit with us, so your people stay on the business.

  • High value for the business

    Flat monthly pricing, clear SLAs, and outcomes you can hold us to. Not surprise break/fix invoices.

  • One accountable partner

    Monitoring, support, and recovery under one roof. Fewer handoffs when something matters.

Pick the right model

Managed, co-managed, or in-house?

Use this when you’re deciding who should own day-to-day IT.

Managed ITCo-Managed ITIn-house only
Best if you…Want EMPIST to own IT end-to-endHave an IT person/team and need backupWant full control and hire for every skill
Cost shapeFlat monthlyHybridSalaries + overtime + tools
After-hoursIncluded 24/7/365Shared with your teamUsually business hours
ControlEMPIST runs day-to-dayYou keep the keysAll yours
EMPIST Essentials

Managed IT for small teams

$99 per user per month, for teams up to 15 users.

What’s included

  • 24/7 monitoring of network, servers, and workstations
  • Unlimited remote support during business hours
  • Endpoint protection
  • Daily Microsoft 365 backups with off-site storage
  • EMPIST 360 portal, asset management, and reports
  • IT strategy recommendations as you grow
See the Essentials landing page
Per-user plans

Standard through Premium

Priced per user per month for growing teams. Need Advanced with no office? That’s Cloud. Up to 15 users? Start with Essentials.

Starting at

Standard

$125/user/month

  • Business-hours (8x5) helpdesk and onsite
  • Server and network managed services
  • Vendor management and quarterly reviews
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Starting at

Premium

$250/user/month

  • Everything in Advanced
  • MDR / SOC monitoring included
  • Compliance and vulnerability management
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Quick estimate

What would this look like for your headcount?

Two minutes for a ballpark. We’ll tighten the number in your strategy session.

Build your estimate

No email required. Nothing is sent anywhere until you ask us for a quote.

25users
5250+
2.0avg. laptops, phones, tablets
14+
Service level
Add-ons
Estimated monthly investment
$4,125
$165 per user, per month
Typical range: $3,713$4,538 / month
Users covered25
Devices managed50
Service levelAdvanced
Annual investment$49,500
Included with most packages
  • Proactive monitoring and remediation
  • Unlimited helpdesk tickets
  • Quarterly business reviews
  • EMPIST 360 client portal

Estimates are indicative. Your final quote depends on your current environment, compliance scope and hardware age. We'll tell you if it lands lower.

From our clients

They stopped worrying about IT

“If EMPIST isn’t here, we aren’t running our business.”
DWDonna W.Office Manager
“My needs were addressed swiftly and with great competence.”
CWCraig W.Product Manager
“Within minutes they diagnosed the problem and took the steps to assist.”
LCLinda C.Attorney
FAQ

Before you book a session

Straight answers on meaning, cost, and fit.

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01What does managed IT mean?
We own day-to-day monitoring, maintenance, and support of your IT, not only emergency fixes when something is already down. That is the Effortless Experience: low effort for your team, high value for the business.
02How much does managed IT cost?
Essentials is $99 per user per month for teams up to 15 users. Standard is $125, Advanced $165, Premium $235, and Cloud $145 per user per month. Onboarding is quoted separately. See the Essentials page or use the calculator for per-user plans.
03What’s the difference between Managed IT and Co-Managed IT?
Managed IT: EMPIST runs the full stack. Co-Managed IT: we extend your internal team with depth and after-hours coverage, without replacing them.
04Do you lock us into a long contract?
Most engagements start at 12 months so scope and SLAs stay clear. Options after onboarding are confirmed with your account team.
05Who is EMPIST for?
Growing businesses that want one accountable MSP, not a rotating cast of break/fix vendors. 26+ years, SOC 2 Type II, MSP 501 (2024).

Ready for IT you don’t have to chase?

Tell us about your environment. We’ll map a clear next step, usually within one business day.

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