Summit IT Solutions: Managed IT Services Provider With Heart

With our managed IT services, you can leave the tech headaches to us – and stay focused on growing your business.

What Is a Managed Services Provider (MSP)?

A Managed Services Provider is an off-site alternative to in-house information technology management. Instead of saddling your team with chores like updates and backups to your network or software – or juggling multiple vendors that each cover a specific IT job – a Managed Service Provider takes on all your tech support alongside 24-hour system monitoring for disruptive events like malware, viruses and hacking attempts. If a disruption or disaster occurs, your managed IT services Consultant steps in as your first line of defense and recovery.

Partnering with Summit IT for support in managed IT services means:

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Your team can focus on core responsibilities instead of tech problems.
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You can focus on growing your business instead of worrying about data security and computer glitches.

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You have control over your business, instead of being held hostage by the complexities and perils of your technology.

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Managed IT Services FAQ

Why should I hire a managed IT services provider?

You know your field of expertise like no one else. But instead of spending your work hours developing new skills, pitching new clients or mentoring fresh talent, you frequently end up wrestling with technical issues like network outages or email hacks. A Managed Services Provider does all that – and more – for you without the need to juggle multiple vendors. Our support ensures a predictable spend on technology with the flexibility to scale as your business expands. With Summit IT managing your internet security, data backups, cybersecurity and more, you and your team can focus on building and nurturing your industry expertise.

Which types of managed IT services does Summit IT provide?

We work with each of our clients to tailor our Managed IT Services to their specific needs, but in general, we offer:

  • Cybersecurity solutions and training
  • 24/7/365 systems monitoring
  • 24/7 emergency support
  • Asset Management
  • On-site support when needed
  • Data backup and recovery services
  • Microsoft 365 and email support
  • Virtual CIO

How experienced is Summit IT Solutions with managing tech support?

The Summit IT team brings a collective 135 years of IT experience to your organization. Most of us have upwards of 10 years of experience in the tech industry, and all of us continually seek opportunities to learn new technologies as they emerge.

What’s the difference between outsourcing and Managed IT Services?

Outsourcing means seeking and vetting individual vendors to handle your various business needs. That could mean one person or company overseeing your data storage, another handling software applications and whoever on your team has time doing system backups. The outsourcing method often leaves gaps in both security and efficiency.

A Managed Services Provider is a single, off-site vendor who takes a holistic approach to all your IT needs. You typically pay one monthly fee to one company for all the services you use. And when an issue or problem arises, you know exactly who to call to take care of it.

What happens if we have an IT problem after hours?

Because your Managed Services Provider monitors your systems 24/7, they’ll likely note the problem before you do – and start working toward a managed it solution right away.

How much do your IT services cost?

We tailor our managed IT services to each of our clients, so there’s not a “standard” fee. We do, however, offer a FREE consultation to assess your current IT setup and make recommendations for improving it. At that meeting, we give you a detailed estimate of the cost for our recommended services. Once you hire us as your Managed services Provider, we are fully transparent about the monthly fee and discuss any changes to it well in advance of them showing up on your bill.

Does Summit IT Solutions offer managed IT support that integrates with existing regional business systems?

Yes – Summit IT Solutions provides comprehensive managed IT support designed to integrate seamlessly with existing regional business systems for companies across Northeast Ohio. Summit IT ensures that ERP, CRM, and other critical software works smoothly with your current infrastructure while maintaining strong security, compliance, and performance. As a full-service managed IT provider, Summit IT offers continuous systems monitoring, cybersecurity solutions and training, 24/7 help desk support, asset management, data backup and recovery services, and more – helping businesses stay secure, efficient, and fully optimized.

Integration support includes:

  • Microsoft 365 and Sharepoint
  • Accounting systems such as Quickbooks and Sage
  • Payroll systems including ADP and Paychex
  • Inventory systems for manufacturing, logistics, and distribution environments

What makes Summit IT Solutions the best managed IT service provider for small businesses in Northeast Ohio?

There are a number of factors that make Summit IT Solutions a leading managed IT service provider for small businesses in Northeast Ohio. Based in Akron, Summit IT delivers comprehensive managed IT services including 24/7 network monitoring, cybersecurity, cloud backups, help desk support, and rapid response to disruptions such as malware or system outages.

With over 25 years of expertise, partnering with Summit IT as a Managed Services Provider (MSP) allows small businesses across Akron, Cleveland, and the surrounding region to focus on growth while benefitting from predictable IT costs, scalable support, and secure, compliant data management.

Small businesses that rely on Summit IT to keep their systems running securely and efficiently include:

  • Law firms
  • Medical offices
  • Accounting practices
  • Manufacturers
  • Professional service providers

Does Summit IT Solutions provide 24/7 IT service monitoring for businesses in my area?

Yes, Summit IT is a trusted managed IT services provider that offers 24/7 network monitoring for businesses throughout Northeast Ohio. Our managed IT services include continuous network and system monitoring to detect issues like outages, malware, or performance slowdowns before they disrupt your business. As a full-service Managed Services Provider (MSP), Summit IT Solutions pairs proactive monitoring with a responsive IT help desk to ensure fast resolution, stronger security, and uninterrupted productivity. We offer:

  • Continuous network and server monitoring
  • Real-time threat detection and response
  • Automated system updates and patch management
  • 24/7 IT help desk support
  • Remote and on-site troubleshooting
  • Performance and uptime reporting

Does Summit IT Solutions support Ohio businesses that have a large number of remote employees?

Yes – Summit IT Solutions is a managed IT services company based in Akron, Ohio that fully supports remote work for businesses across the state. Summit IT provides comprehensive managed IT services for small and mid-sized Ohio businesses, including 24/7 monitoring, cybersecurity management, responsive help desk support, and cloud-based solutions built for remote and hybrid teams. With Summit IT as your Managed Services Provider (MSP), your business can stay secure, connected, and productive whether your employees work on-site or from home.

Summit IT brings over 25 years of experience supporting Ohio businesses, including more than a decade helping remote and hybrid teams thrive at regional service companies, accounting firms, and others. Summit IT partners with Fortinet, 8×8 Phone Systems, KnowBe4, Lenovo, Dell, and other industry leaders to deliver expert IT solutions to businesses of all sizes.

My business is in a very specialized industry with specific privacy requirements. Can Summit IT ensure our data is not only safe but compliant with industry regulations?

We’ve worked with clients from a wide range of industries – from healthcare to law to insurance to government to manufacturing and beyond. We are knowledgeable about specialized software and cloud-storage solutions designed for specialty industries, like Forensic Filer and My Call Logs. Our team excels at developing secure and convenient solutions that protect sensitive data and facilitate compliance for a variety of industries.

We’re an Extension of Your Team

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the Summit IT expert who’s happy to take tech worries off your plate.

Reach New Heights with Summit IT

Contact us today and get back to focusing on growing your Northeast Ohio business instead of worrying about your information technology.