# PSM Partners PSM Partners Reviews (4), Pricing, Services & Verified Ratings - Premier Verified - 5.0 out of 5 average review rating - 1 connections joined PSM Partners's Network [Visit Website](https://www.psmpartners.com?utm_source=clutch.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=directory) [Get a Custom Proposal](https://clutch.co/profile/psm-partners) **Chicago Information Technology and Services** PSM Partners is one of Chicago’s top IT consulting firms that offers IT management services and talent acquisition. Our managed IT services include consulting and project-based offerings such as business IT support, cloud services, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and telecommunications. We can also help your business hire or contract the IT talent to best suit your needs. We are dedicated to helping your business grow through technology and talent. No matter what challenges your team faces, our team of experts is ready to engage and provide executive level support to help guide you through the complex landscape of the IT marketplace. ## Company Information - Minimum project size: $5,000+ - Hourly rate: $100 - $149 - Number of employees: 50 - 249 - 1 Locations: - Chicago, IL (Headquarters) - Founded in 2014 ## Services, Focus Areas, Industries, and Clients ### Service Lines - 30% IT Managed Services - 20% Cloud Consulting & SI - 20% Cybersecurity - 20% IT Staff Augmentation - 10% IT Strategy Consulting ### Focus Areas - Cloud Computing Focus: - 90% Azure Cloud Consulting & Implementation - 10% AWS Cloud Consulting & Implementation - Azure Consulting Services: - 30% Azure Migrations - 30% Azure Security - 20% Azure Development - 15% Azure Management & Governance - 5% Azure Analytics - Cybersecurity focus: - 25% Breach Detection & Incident Response - 25% Identity & Access Management - 25% Threat/Attack Simulations - 20% Account Takeover (ATO) - 5% Digital Forensics & Auditing - IT Managed Services Focus: - 15% Disaster Recovery - 15% Help desk - 15% Network - 15% Security - 10% Managed Hosting Services - 10% Telecom - 5% Governance & Compliance Assessments - 5% IT Budgeting - 5% Managed Software Application & Solutions - 5% Software Evaluation ### Industries - 5% Other industries - 5% Education - 20% Energy & natural resources - 15% Medical - 5% Telecommunications - 5% Government - 5% Financial services - 5% Information technology - 20% Legal - 5% Non-profit - 5% Business services - 5% Utilities ### Clients - 50% Small Business (<$10M) - 50% Midmarket ($10M - $1B) ## Pricing Snapshot Average rating for cost based on this provider's reviews: 4.6 out of 5 **What Clients Have Said** *(This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.)*: PSM Partners is recognized for providing good value for cost and fitting within clients' budgets. Specific project costs are not disclosed, but clients appreciate their effective project management and adaptability, which contribute to the perceived value of their services. **Most Common Project Size**: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 2 reviews *(Pricing information for this provider is based on reviews where the project size was available.)* ### Pricing by Service - Cloud Consulting & SI: $50,000 to $199,999 based on 1 review - IT Managed Services: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 1 review - IT Strategy Consulting: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 1 review - Cybersecurity: Confidential based on 1 review - IT Staff Augmentation: Confidential based on 1 review ## Reviews Clutch investigates each reviewer's identity and work history. Every review goes through a rigorous, human-led verification process to confirm the reviewer's identity, and reviews that we verify are visibly marked as 'Verified' so you can trust that they come from a real client. [Learn More](https://help.clutch.co/en/knowledge/how-clutch-verifies-reviews) ### PSM Partners Review Insights Overall Review Rating: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.9 - Cost: 4.6 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 ### Top Mentions - Detail-oriented (2 mentions) - Accommodating (1 mentions) - Adaptable (1 mentions) - Dedicated (1 mentions) - Experienced (1 mentions) - Knowledgeable (1 mentions) - Timely (1 mentions) - Trustworthy (1 mentions) ### Review Highlights **Potential for Enhanced Team Wrap-up** A client suggested that bringing the main team together at project completion for wrap-up dialogue could enhance project closure and communication. This could be an area for PSM Partners to consider for future projects. **Resourceful and Detail-Oriented Approach** PSM Partners demonstrates strong attention to detail and resourcefulness, ensuring stability and progress in IT infrastructure projects. Clients value their capability to build and maintain trust through these qualities. **Strong Project Management and Responsiveness** PSM Partners is praised for delivering projects on time and being adaptable to client needs. Regular updates and responsiveness to changes and pricing questions are notable strengths in their project management approach. **Effective Communication and Education** Clients appreciate PSM Partners' ability to communicate technical upgrades in an understandable way and their focus on staff education, enabling better technology utilization. This enhances client satisfaction and project success. **Expertise in Cloud Optimization** PSM Partners is recognized for their technical depth in cloud optimization, delivering actionable solutions that resulted in cost savings. Clients appreciated their architect-to-architect partnership, which facilitated real-world, effective solutions. **Excellent Cultural and Technical Fit** Clients appreciate PSM Partners' alignment with their company values and culture, as well as their ability to adapt to various technical environments. This cultural fit is a key factor in their successful collaborations. **Effective IT Platform Modernization** Clients commend PSM Partners for modernizing IT platforms across multiple locations. Their work included security enhancements and workflow optimization, showcasing their capability to handle complex technical environments effectively. ### PSM Partners Reviews #### IT & Cybersecurity for Construction Materials Distributor **The Project** - Services: Cybersecurity, IT Managed Services, IT Strategy Consulting - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Oct. 2024 - July 2025 **Project Summary**: A construction materials distributor hired PSM Partners to modernize their IT platform. The team was responsible for the platform's security and the client's daily workflow across five states. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Operations Manager, Glenrock Company - Industry: Construction - Client size: 51-200 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Feb 11, 2026 **Feedback Summary**: PSM Partners implemented the new platform across all of the client's physical locations. The team configured and deployed the new platform, and their project management team was accommodating to the client's requests throughout the engagement. PSM Partners' knowledge and dedication stood out. ""PSM Partners is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and informative team that took a genuine interest in our environment."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Operations Manager of Glenrock CompanyDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Distributor of specialty construction materials. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire PSM Partners to accomplish?Modernize and secure our IT platform **SOLUTION** How did you find PSM Partners?ReferralPartner organizationsWhy did you select PSM Partners over others?High ratingsClose to my geographic locationGreat culture fitCompany values alignedHow many teammates from PSM Partners were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Design and build out modernized IT platform, including security and day to day workflows over our five-state operating footprint. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Implementation across all physical locations.Coordination with all relevant team members.New platforms configured and deployed.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Project management timeline was consistent with the initial statement of work. Regular check-in meetings included updates on timeline to smaller scale items, including necessary adjustments as needed. Project management team was accomodating to reasonable requests along the way.What was your primary form of communication with PSM Partners?In-Person MeetingVirtual MeetingWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?PSM Partners is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and informative team that took a genuine interest in our environment, adapting to work effectively within both our cultural and technical environments.Are there any areas for improvement or something PSM Partners could have done differently?Continue to leverage and convey the perspectives and resources made possible by the breadth of knowledge and experience of the team. Really appreciated the initial kick-off with main team members in one space - although resource intensive it may be an opportunity to bring that crew back together toward the completion of the project for wrap-up dialogue as a full team. --- #### IT System Revamp & Modernization for Nonprofit **The Project** - Services: IT Managed Services, IT Strategy Consulting - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Jan. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: PSM Partners has revamped a nonprofit's technology system. The team is responsible for upgrading the client's hardware, transferring their phone system to Microsoft Teams, and training their staff on IT use. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Executive Dir, Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Nov 20, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: PSM Partners has implemented the client's new technology system, which has improved their day-to-day technology needs. The team provides regular updates, is highly responsive, and communicates well with the client. PSM Partners has excellent attention to detail and listens to the client's needs. ""PSM Partners had great communication, attention to detail, and an ability to relay technology upgrade value."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry CountyDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Nonprofit mentoring children and young adults in McHenry County.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire PSM Partners to accomplish?Transition from Google to MicrosoftUpgrading equipment and securityEducating Staff and increasing IT utilization **SOLUTION** How did you find PSM Partners?ReferralWhy did you select PSM Partners over others?High ratingsPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitGood value for costReferred to meCompany values alignedHow many teammates from PSM Partners were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.PSM helped us to totally revamp our technology system, tranfer to a new microsoft platform, transfer our main landline phones into teams digital phone system, upgrade all of our hardware including systems and individual laptops and increase our security and technology staff training.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Most of the project sucess was in the implementation of systems and in our day to day technology needs or issues that rapidly decreased after implementation. Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?PSM had the most professional project management including regular email updates and check in meetings on status. It was also nice to have a project manager that I could communicate with and they would ensure that it would get relayed to their iternal team. They were not only highly responsive with issues and change orders, but also on pricing questions as well. What was your primary form of communication with PSM Partners?In-Person MeetingVirtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?PSM Partners had great communication, attention to detail, and an ability to relay technology upgrade value in a way that us non-techhnology peoplecould understand. They also helped with staff education so that we as end users could utilize the technology in the best way possible. Lastly, they really took a lot of time to listen and understand what our unique needs and challenges were up front to make sure they designed the right solution for us. Are there any areas for improvement or something PSM Partners could have done differently?Nothing comes to mind  --- #### Cloud Consulting & SI for Risk Management Firm **The Project** - Services: Cloud Consulting & SI - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Apr. - July 2025 **Project Summary**: PSM Partners provided cloud consulting services for a risk management firm. The team conducted cloud optimization analysis and delivered targeted optimization tactics. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Global Director Data & Technology, WTW - Industry: Insurance - Client size: 10,001+ Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Feb 20, 2026 **Feedback Summary**: PSM Partners' work resulted in configuration changes that led to cost savings for the client. The team delivered on time and was adaptable to the needs of the client's multi-faceted stakeholder group. The client also praised the team's technical expertise and ability to provide actionable solutions. ""They delivered on time and were adaptable to our multi-faceted stakeholder group."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Global Director Data & Technology of WTWDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.At WTW we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire PSM Partners to accomplish?Cloud Optimization Analysis **SOLUTION** How did you find PSM Partners?ReferralWhy did you select PSM Partners over others?Good value for costTechnical CapabilitiesHow many teammates from PSM Partners were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Conduct cloud optimization analysis and deliver targeted optimization tactics.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Proposed configuration changes resulting in cost savings. Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?They delivered on time and were adaptable to our multi-faceted stakeholder group. What was your primary form of communication with PSM Partners?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?Their most unique strength is the architect‑to‑architect partnership they bring to cloud optimization. Instead of traditional business consulting, we worked directly with highly experienced cloud architects who understood our environment at a technical depth and delivered actionable, real‑world solutions.Are there any areas for improvement or something PSM Partners could have done differently?n/a --- #### IT Staff Augmentation for Nonprofit **The Project** - Services: IT Managed Services, IT Staff Augmentation - Project size: Confidential - Project length: June 2025 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: PSM Partners provides IT staff augmentation services for a nonprofit organization. The team has identified a suitable fractional infrastructure director to oversee the client's ongoing IT projects. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CITO, Nonprofit - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 51-200 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Dec 17, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: PSM Partners has stabilized the client's IT infrastructure, resulting in positive feedback. The team has understood the budget limitations and identified a suitable resource with excellent attention to detail, technical skills, resourcefulness, and the ability to build and maintain trust. ""PSM Partners has completed projects, satisfied our user community, and created stability in our infrastructure."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CITO of a nonprofit organization. Our mission is empowering and advocating for libraries and library workers to ensure equitable access to information for all. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with PSM Partners?We needed a fractional director of infrastructure due to the retirement of long-tenured staff. We needed someone to continue leading critical infrastructure projects in progress and solve significant technical debt issues. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?PSM Partners has identified a suitable fractional infrastructure director with the appropriate bandwidth and experience to oversee a complex operation at ALA. This person has jumped into projects already underway, including vendor accountability management, complex configuration, and people-centered management to lead change in the most effective and efficient ways possible. For example, this person has managed a Windows 11 upgrade for 165+ individual users, moved an entire ALA office location infrastructure from on-prem to cloud, guided an MSP vendor through a comprehensive infrastructure assessment (including IT maturity assessment) for strategy development, and managed a help desk and a 3-person infrastructure and support team.What is the team composition?We work with one person from PSM Partners.How did you come to work with PSM Partners?We found them through a known connection. We chose them because they were close to our geographic location, their pricing fit our budget, they had a great culture fit, and they had great value for the cost. Moreover, they had great prior experience in an MSP service bid where they came in second place, so we wanted to give them another opportunity. We were impressed with them.What is the status of this engagement?We started working with them in June 2025, and our engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?PSM Partners has completed projects, satisfied our user community, and created stability in our infrastructure. We’ve received consistently positive leadership and staff feedback.How did PSM Partners perform from a project management standpoint?We mainly communicate through virtual meetings.What did you find most impressive about them?PSM Partners’ attention to detail, advanced technical ability, resourcefulness, and clear understanding and demonstration of the soft skills necessary to build and continuously develop trust within and around all teams and units are impressive.Are there any areas they could improve?No, there aren’t any. --- ## Portfolio & Awards ### Strategic Staffing for Rapid Expansion PSM Partners partnered with a national document management and digital content firm serving financial services organizations to support rapid team expansion during a critical period of growth. Amid the uncertainty of the pandemic, the client saw an opportunity to acquire top talent entering the market but lacked the internal recruiting resources and processes needed to move quickly and compete effectively.  The client needed more than just candidate sourcing. They required a strategic partner who could bring structure, speed, and expertise to the entire hiring lifecycle. This included identifying the right roles to prioritize, building an efficient interview process, and ensuring offers were competitive in a fast-moving market. PSM Partners stepped in to provide end-to-end staffing and advisory support. The team quickly identified and engaged a wide range of qualified candidates, leveraging deep market knowledge to accelerate sourcing and screening efforts. At the same time, PSM worked closely with leadership to design and implement a streamlined interview process that reduced bottlenecks and improved decision-making timelines. Beyond execution, PSM played a key advisory role. This included guiding the client on compensation structures, assisting with salary negotiations, and helping define hiring priorities aligned with business goals. By combining hands-on recruiting support with strategic insight, PSM enabled the client to make confident, well-informed hiring decisions. As a result, the client was able to significantly accelerate their hiring efforts, secure high-quality talent, and scale their team efficiently during a highly competitive and time-sensitive period. The engagement not only addressed immediate hiring needs but also established a more structured and repeatable approach to talent acquisition, positioning the organization for continued growth. ### Enhancing Security for a Financial Firm PSM Partners partnered with a financial services client seeking private funding to enhance their IT security posture and meet strict investor and regulatory requirements. The client’s existing environment lacked the structure, visibility, and controls needed to pass security audits and support business growth. To address these challenges, PSM delivered a comprehensive security transformation focused on both immediate risk reduction and long-term scalability. Acting as a strategic partner, PSM managed key initiatives, guided decision-making, and ensured alignment between IT infrastructure and business objectives. The engagement included implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA), deploying Microsoft Sentinel for real-time threat monitoring, establishing structured patching and update processes through Microsoft Intune, and enhancing endpoint protection with Microsoft Defender. PSM also introduced a formal change management process and ongoing vulnerability scanning to strengthen governance and reduce risk. By aligning the client’s environment with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Microsoft security best practices, PSM helped create a resilient, compliant, and scalable security foundation. As a result, the client successfully met investor security requirements, passed critical audits, and secured private funding. The organization also improved operational efficiency, reduced vulnerabilities, and established a long-term framework to support continued growth and evolving security demands. ### Data Center Modernization & Cloud Strategy PSM Partners partnered with a global energy company operating across North America and Europe to modernize its infrastructure and develop a scalable cloud strategy. The client, a leader in wind, solar, and energy storage, had experienced rapid growth, resulting in a highly complex IT environment spanning over 50 sites, a private data center, and multi-cloud platforms across AWS and Azure. This complexity created challenges around visibility, cost optimization, security, and long-term scalability. The client needed a strategic partner who could assess their environment, reduce inefficiencies, and create a roadmap to support continued growth. PSM conducted a comprehensive architectural review of the client’s business applications and data usage, identifying opportunities to reduce the data center footprint, improve security and compliance, and better leverage existing enterprise agreements and licensing investments. By aligning infrastructure decisions with business goals, PSM helped the client transition toward a more efficient and scalable cloud-first model. In parallel, PSM provided ongoing support, maintenance, and monitoring across the client’s environment, ensuring stability while modernization efforts were underway. As a result, the client achieved improved return on investment across their cloud spend, reduced infrastructure complexity, and established a clear roadmap for future growth. The engagement positioned the organization to scale more efficiently while maintaining strong performance, security, and operational control across its global infrastructure. ### Industry Recognitions - 2023 CRN Product of the Year - 2025 Titan 100 - 2025 CRN Tech Elite 250 - 2022 Great Place to Work - 2021 MSP 501 Channel Futures - 2026 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2025 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2024 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2023 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2021 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2022 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - 2019 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies - 2020 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies - 2021 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies - Channel Futures MSP 501 ## Packages ## Verification Clutch verification provides an additional layer of data to help you make the right purchasing decision of business services. - Verified Client Reviews: 4 - Overall Review Rating: 5.0 Last Updated: 2026-05-15T10:46:52Z ### Business Entity - Business Entity Name: Porcaro Stolarek Mete Partners, LLC - Source: Illinois Secretary of State - Jurisdiction of Formation: Illinois - Date of Formation: October 31, 2014 - Status: Active - Last Updated: April 16, 2026 - ID: 05020891 ### Credit Report Results - International Credit Risk Assessment: Low Risk - Source: Creditsafe - Last Updated: April 16, 2026 ## Locations (1) ### Chicago, IL (Headquarters) - 209 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 903 - Chicago, IL 60606 - United States - 41 - 49 employees - Phone: (312) 940-7830 ## Connections - Leslie Blake (Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County) ## Contact PSM Partners [Send a message](https://clutch.co/profile/psm-partners) ### Connect on Social - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/psmpartners) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PSMPartners) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/psmpartners/)