Managed vs. On-Prem IT: Why Fully Managed IT is
the Future of Business Technology

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Date: March 2024

When it comes to IT infrastructure, businesses often ask: Should we manage our own IT in-house or move to a fully managed IT solution?

For years, companies relied on on-premise IT setups—where servers, data storage, and networking equipment were owned, maintained, and secured in-house. But today, businesses need a more flexible, scalable, and secure solution.That’s why Managed IT Services from FFT has become the smarter choice for businesses looking to stay secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition.

Let’s break down why fully managed IT always wins over on-prem IT.


On-Prem IT: A Costly and Outdated Model

Many businesses still believe that on-prem IT gives them more control over their infrastructure. While that may have been true a decade ago, modern IT requirements have outpaced the capabilities of in-house systems.

Here’s why on-prem IT is no longer the best choice:

High Upfront & Maintenance Costs – Businesses must purchase, install, and maintain their own hardware, which gets expensive fast.

Security Risks – Keeping IT in-house means managing cybersecurity, compliance, and system updates—a full-time job on its own.

Scalability Issues – When businesses grow, they must buy and install new servers and equipment, slowing growth and increasing costs.

Disaster Recovery Concerns – If a hardware failure or cyberattack happens, businesses without a proper backup & recovery plan risk losing critical data.

Limited Remote Work Capabilities – On-prem IT makes it harder for employees to work securely from different locations.

If your business still relies on on-premise IT, you’re likely spending too much money, taking unnecessary security risks, and missing out on better technology solutions.


Why Fully Managed IT from FFT is the Future

FFT’s Managed IT Services eliminate the challenges of on-prem IT while providing superior security, scalability, and reliability. Instead of worrying about IT maintenance, security patches, and system failures, your business gets 24/7 expert support, enterprise-grade security, and a technology strategy built for growth.

🔹 1. Predictable, Lower Costs

With FFT’s Managed IT Services, you get a fully optimized, secure IT infrastructure at a predictable monthly cost—eliminating surprise hardware failures, repair costs, and expensive IT staffing needs.

📌 Learn how Managed IT Services saves businesses money.

🔹 2. 24/7 IT Support & Proactive Maintenance

On-prem IT is reactive—businesses wait until something breaks before fixing it. FFT prevents IT problems before they happen.

Continuous monitoring & maintenance

24/7 IT help desk support

Fast resolution of IT issues before they disrupt business

📌 Discover our 24/7 IT Support.

🔹 3. Advanced Security & Compliance

Cybersecurity is one of the biggest concerns for businesses today. Without the right security solutions, firewalls, and monitoring, your business is vulnerable to data breaches, ransomware, and compliance violations.

FFT delivers built-in cybersecurity solutions including:

Advanced threat detection & real-time monitoring

End-to-end encryption and security protocols

Compliance with NIST, HIPAA, and industry standards

📌 See how FFT protects businesses with cybersecurity & compliance.

🔹 4. Seamless Scalability & Business Continuity

Your IT should grow with your business—not slow it down. FFT ensures your technology is scalable, flexible, and built to adapt to your changing needs.

Instant access to new IT resources when needed

Fully managed backup & disaster recovery

Secure remote work capabilities for hybrid teams

📌 Explore FFT’s disaster recovery & business continuity solutions.


The FFT Advantage: IT That Works for You, Not Against You

With FFT’s Managed IT Services, businesses no longer have to worry about hardware failures, downtime, or security risks. Instead, they get:

Cost-effective, predictable IT solutions

Expert IT support available 24/7

Enterprise-level cybersecurity and compliance

Technology that scales with business growth

Zero maintenance hassles—FFT handles everything

Factor

FFT Managed IT Services

On-Prem IT

Cost

Lower, predictable pricing

High upfront & maintenance costs

Security

24/7 monitoring, compliance-ready

Requires in-house security management

Support

24/7 help desk & proactive maintenance

In-house IT staff required

Scalability

Instantly scale IT resources

Expensive hardware upgrades needed

Remote Work

Seamless, secure access from anywhere

Limited access outside office

Disaster Recovery

Built-in redundancy & backups

High risk of data loss

🚀 Your IT should work for you—not against you. FFT makes IT simple, secure, and scalable.


🔹 Ready to Make IT Stress-Free? Let’s Talk.

If your business is struggling with on-prem IT issues, rising costs, or cybersecurity risks, FFT can help you transition to a fully managed, secure IT environment.

👉 Let’s make your IT Fully Functional. Schedule a Free IT Consultation


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