Top IT Consultants in the United States
IT consulting in the United States spans an unusually wide range — from one-off cloud migrations and security audits to multi-year managed services contracts and full digital transformation programs. The country's market is anchored by dense tech corridors in New York, the Bay Area, Austin, and Chicago, but strong firms operate coast to coast across every industry vertical.
The best American IT consultants pair deep technical fluency — AWS, Azure, GCP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, SAP — with the ability to translate that expertise into measurable business outcomes. Clutch vets every firm through verified client interviews and a structured review process, so the rankings reflect actual delivery, not marketing spend. Browse global IT consultants on Clutch, explore IT consultants in New York, or compare managed IT service providers to narrow your search by service type.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 37 projectsDreamix is a versatile IT solutions provider specializing in software development, cloud infrastructure, and data analytics. Reviews highlight their adaptability, effective communication, and high-quality deliverables, with 100% of reviews praising their project management and professionalism. Clients appreciate their cultural fit and ability to exceed expectations, with no areas for improvement noted in any reviews.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorporate Technologies is a managed IT services provider specializing in IT support, server management, and cybersecurity solutions. Their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of clients highlighting their responsiveness, professionalism, and technical expertise. Many clients appreciate their proactive approach to IT management and the seamless transitions they facilitate, with nearly 70% noting improvements in efficiency and system reliability.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 60 projectsLeobit is a versatile software development company specializing in custom software solutions, AI integration, and digital platform enhancement. Reviews highlight their consistent on-time delivery, strong technical expertise, and proactive communication, with over 90% of feedback being positive. Clients frequently commend their ability to align with business goals and adapt to changing needs.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 36 projectsEmergent Software is a versatile IT service provider specializing in custom software development and IT support, particularly for Microsoft Azure environments. Across their reviews, they are consistently praised for their technical proficiency, project management skills, and responsiveness, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their ability to deliver customized solutions efficiently and professionally. Clients commend their supportive communication and adherence to deadlines.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Established in 2015, Roustick is a data analytics company. The team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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S-Square Systems, Inc, a cloud consulting & SI company, offer cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services. They were founded in 2002.
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See all 10 projectsFlairsTech is a versatile IT service provider offering software development, customer support, and project management services. The company is highly regarded for its technical expertise, adaptability, and strong cultural alignment, resulting in improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. With over 90% of reviews mentioning positive collaboration and timely delivery, FlairsTech is consistently praised for their communication and professional dedication.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 3 projectsDatalink Networks Inc. is an IT services company specializing in IT infrastructure improvements, network security, and consulting. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their prompt problem-solving and proactive support. Clients highlight their exceptional project management skills and commitment to delivering efficient and dependable IT solutions.
Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 22 projectsLogiQuad Solutions Private Limited is a multifaceted IT services company specializing in full-stack development, DevOps, and software engineering. Across various reviews, LogiQuad is praised for its technical expertise, project management, and proactive communication, leading to nearly 100% positive feedback. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their ability to deliver scalable, efficient solutions while maintaining excellent client relationships and communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Providence, RI
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Cybersecurity and IT managed services company SecurityRI.com was established in 1981. The team provides Cybersecurity and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Buffalo Grove, IL
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Based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, The Social Plus is a midsize IT strategy consulting company. The team offers IT strategy consulting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Crestview Hills, KY
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Vivitec is a Crestview Hills, Kentucky-based Cybersecurity company. Launched in 2015, the team specializes in Cybersecurity and IT managed services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hillsborough Township, NJ
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Zuplon LLC is an IT staff augmentation company. Launched in 2022, the company provides IT staff augmentation and Custom Software Development.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Accounting Micro Systems is an ERP consulting and SI company located in San Francisco, California. They specialize in ERP consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 104 projectsPeeklogic, LLC is a Salesforce development company recognized for its expertise in creating and customizing CRM systems, including Salesforce integrations and applications. The company is praised for its strong project management, responsiveness, and ability to deliver projects on time. Clients repeatedly commend Peeklogic's consistent communication and alignment with company values, with no major areas for improvement noted across reviews.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Providence, RI
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Acuity Consulting Group is an ERP consulting and SI company. They are in Providence, Rhode Island. Their team specializes in ERP consulting and SI.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami Beach, FL
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Meridian Partners is a Miami Beach, Florida-based ERP consulting and SI company. They specialize in ERP consulting and SI.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Reston, VA
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Based in Reston, Virginia, Pleasant Valley Business Solutions is an ERP consulting and SI company. Launched in 2003, the team focuses on ERP consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Royalton, OH
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Metasystems Inc, an ERP consulting and SI company, was founded in 1975. The agency focuses on ERP consulting and SI, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ontario, CA
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Agiline LLC is a CRM consulting and SI and web design agency based in Ontario, California and Bengaluru, India. They offer CRM consulting and SI and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Chesterfield, MO
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Pixel/Point Press, a CRM consulting and SI company, is in Israel and Chesterfield, Missouri. The team offers CRM consulting and SI and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Franklin, TN
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Alternative Solutions is a CRM consulting and SI company. Located in Franklin, Tennessee, their small team offers CRM consulting and SI. The agency was founded in 2007.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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Founded in 2007, Codazen is a software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49McLean, VA
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Interpersonal Frequency is a data analytics company. The team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and Web Development, and the company is based in McLean, Virginia and Seattle, Washington.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Louisville, KY
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Louisville Geek, LLC is a Louisville, Kentucky-based web design company. They specialize in Web Design and Web Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Annapolis, MD
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Synaptic AP, a CRM consulting and SI company, focuses on CRM consulting and SI. The firm is located in Annapolis, Maryland and Stuart, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Amory, MS
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SSR TECHVISION, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was launched in 2015. Headquartered in Amory, Mississippi, the team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Strategic Employment Partners is a HR Consulting company. They offer HR Consulting and IT managed services and are headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Indianapolis, IN
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Netfor, Inc. Is a call center company. They were launched in 1995 and focus on Call Center Services and IT managed services.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Triumph Strategic Consulting is an IT staff augmentation company. The Los Angeles, California-based company was established in 2015. Their team provides IT staff augmentation and Business
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Overland Park, KS
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AdamsGabbert is a small Business Consulting company based in Overland Park, Kansas. Their services include Business Consulting and IT managed services.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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IT managed services company Jones IT is in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2002, the team focuses on IT managed services and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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SiteWhere, an IoT development company, is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Launched in 2014, the team focuses on IoT development and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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Established in 2009, Augusta Hitech is a Blockchain company. Their services include Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Concretio is a software development firm. The firm is based in New York, New York. Their services include Custom Software Development and CRM consulting and SI.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Eden Prairie, MN
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Based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Demand Chain is a small CRM consulting and SI company. The team specializes in CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Winter Park, FL
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Moss, Krusick & Associates, LLC, a small Accounting company, is in Winter Park, Florida and North Palm Beach, Florida. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Paramus, NJ
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LG&P In-Store Agency is a CRM consulting and SI company. Launched in 2001, the firm is based in Paramus, New Jersey. Their services include CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wabasso, FL
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Scadea Solutions, Inc. Is a small CRM consulting and SI company based in Wabasso, Florida. The team specializes in CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, WA
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Founded in 2011, Fastech Solutions is an IT managed services company. The team provides IT managed services and is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ridgewood, NJ
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ERP consulting and SI company BC Systems Inc. Is based in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Their services include ERP consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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ZZ COMPUTER is a small IT managed services company launched in 2010. Their services include IT managed services.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Parker Technology, LLC is an IT managed services company. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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IT managed services and IT staff augmentation company AVTECH SOLUTIONS INC was launched in 2010. The company provides IT managed services and IT staff augmentation, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Middleton, WI
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Asymmetric Applications Group is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2016. Their services include Marketing Strategy and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Naperville, IL
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Located in Naperville, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois, Black Line IT is a software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reading, PA
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Eberly Systems is an IT managed services company. Launched in 2005, the team offers IT managed services. The agency is based in Reading, Pennsylvania.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carlstadt, NJ
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Najmee is an IT managed services company founded in 2010. The team specializes in IT managed services and is located in Carlstadt, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Upland, CA
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IT managed services company Inland Productivity Solutions was established in 1988. The small team offers IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Woburn, MA
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Curate Partners is an AI Consulting company. The team specializes in AI Consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI, and the firm is based in Woburn, Massachusetts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tampa, FL
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Webxloo is an e-commerce development company. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and IT managed services and is located in Tampa, Florida.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Asheville, NC
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Web design company Applied Solutions Group, Inc is in Asheville, North Carolina. They provide Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Amarillo, TX
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Run Business Solutions is an IT managed services company. In Amarillo, Texas, the firm was launched in 2007. Their services include IT managed services and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Garden City, GA
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Launched in 2006, QuickBooks Data Recovery Services is a midsize IT managed services company located in Garden City, Georgia and Garden City, Georgia. Their team focuses on IT managed services.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lake Mary, FL
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Kappa Computer Systems is an IT managed services company in Lake Mary, Florida. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Antarctic Agency, a Digital Strategy company, focus on Digital Strategy and Web Development. They were launched in 2012.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Mount Joy, PA
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Established in 1984, Design Data Technology Partners is a small Mount Joy, Pennsylvania-based IT managed services company. Their team provides IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Holland, PA
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MainStreet IT Solutions, a small IT managed services company, is based in New Holland, Pennsylvania. Their services include IT managed services.
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List of the Top 15 United States IT Services Companies
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Rockville, MD
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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cranbury, NJ
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Glendale, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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36.3/40.020/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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33.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Jose, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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32.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Hoboken, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Oxon Hill, MD
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34.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Vista, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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35.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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31.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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33.8/40.015.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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33.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.6/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Tampa, FL
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35.8/40.019.2/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Ramon, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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33.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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38.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Gaithersburg, MD
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35.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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U.S. IT Services and Consulting FAQs
U.S.-based IT consulting companies help organizations plan, implement, and optimize their technology infrastructure. Engagements range from short-term advisory work to long-term managed services.
These dedicated firms generally offer service areas like cloud migration and management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity and compliance (SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST), digital transformation strategy, help desk and end-user support, data analytics and business intelligence, and network design and infrastructure management.
American IT consulting firms operate under a consistent legal and data-privacy framework, which matters if your organization handles sensitive customer data or must comply with HIPAA, SOC 2, or state-level data laws. U.S.-based consultants work in your time zone, have direct experience with North American enterprise vendor ecosystems, and can deploy on-site when needed. For companies that have tried offshore-only arrangements and hit communication or accountability friction, a domestic team often reduces total project risk.
According to Clutch pricing data, U.S. IT consulting rates typically fall in the $100 – $250 per hour range. Managed services contracts are usually priced on a per-user monthly model, commonly $75 – $175 per user per month.
Meanwhile, project-based engagements often range from $25,000 to well over $500,000, depending on complexity. Always ask vendors to separate professional services fees from any third-party software or infrastructure costs.
Start by defining your technical requirements and engagement type — i.e., ongoing managed support, time-bound project, or strategic advisory. Then match expertise to your stack, check industry experience, review verified client feedback, ask about team composition, and clarify escalation paths.
For managed services especially, know your SLAs and what happens when something goes wrong after hours. Take advantage of Clutch’s collection of verified client reviews and data-driven resources to guide your search for the ideal IT consulting partner.
- Be cautious if a firm can't provide references from similar engagements
- Provides vague scope definitions without milestones
- Oversells proprietary tools, creating vendor lock-in
- Has high staff turnover
- Avoids discussing pricing structures early
Contracts without milestones or acceptance criteria invite scope creep and billing disputes. Recognizing these red flags early helps you avoid unnecessary risks, wasted resources, and compliance headaches.