Prestigious Designation Celebrates High-Performing Organizations Demonstrating World-Class Operational Excellence and Strategic Vision in AI-Driven Managed Services Landscape
Norwich, CT – 07/14/2026 – MSP Summit today announced the release of its 2026 MSPs to Watch list—distinguished performers in managed services. This year’s list is a strengthened and elevated initiative recognizing 130 exceptional managed service providers that demonstrate world-class operational performance and strategic vision. This prestigious designation celebrates organizations that have mastered the MSP business model, execute at the highest operational levels, and represent the future of managed services in an AI-dominated channel.
MSPs to Watch identifies the fastest-growing channel partners in managed services—organizations that combine operational excellence with innovation and agility. As part of the MSP 501 program, these companies undergo the same rigorous proprietary methodology review, evaluated on revenue mix quality, recurring revenue percentages, revenue per employee efficiency, and year-over-year growth performance.
"MSPs to Watch celebrates managed service providers positioned at the forefront of industry transformation," said Dave Raffo, MSP Content Editor at MSP Summit. "They represent the future of managed services—agile, innovative organizations that are redefining what's possible in an AI-driven channel. The operational excellence and strategic vision they demonstrate today positions them as the industry leaders of tomorrow."
The MSPs to Watch designation validates that these organizations possess sound business models, efficient operations, and strategies aligned with industry direction. Many demonstrate exceptional performance across key metrics including high recurring revenue percentages, strong growth rates, superior efficiency ratios, and innovative service portfolios that set new standards for the industry.
These organizations serve as powerful examples of how breakthrough service models, advanced technology adoption, and innovative go-to-market strategies are reshaping the managed services landscape. As AI-based technologies enable organizations to provide world-class tech support, help desk, consulting, and IT services, MSPs to Watch companies are leading the charge in leveraging these capabilities to deliver exceptional value to their customers.
The MSPs to Watch designation serves as a powerful signal to customers, partners, employees, and investors that these organizations have been independently validated against industry-leading benchmarks. This recognition provides meaningful differentiation in a competitive market, highlighting organizations that are addressing today's most pressing technology challenges and opportunities with innovation and excellence.
"The MSPs to Watch list is a declaration of companies that have mastered the fundamentals of the MSP business model and are executing at the highest levels of operational excellence. These are the organizations that represent the future of our industry," said Robert DeMarzo, Content Leader, Informa Channels. "MSPs to Watch companies are building businesses for sustainable growth, combining agility and innovation with operational discipline. They are the managed service providers that customers, partners, and the industry should be watching closely."
Recognized organizations will be highlighted on the MSP Summit website starting July 14, featured in MSP newsletters, and promoted across social media channels. Special content designed specifically for MSPs to Watch will be showcased at the upcoming MSP Summit, September 28-30, at the Loews Royal Pacific in Orlando, FL, where honorees will receive public recognition of their achievement.
About MSP Summit
MSP Summit serves as an evangelist for the MSP community, providing industry-leading analysis, recognition programs, and resources that elevate managed service providers at every stage of growth. Through initiatives like MSPs to Watch, MSP Summit identifies and celebrates operational excellence, innovation, and strategic vision across the managed services landscape.
For more information about the MSPs to Watch initiative and the upcoming MSP Summit event, visit www.mspsummit.com
