Top IT Consultants in the United States
U.S. IT consulting covers a broader range of work than the label suggests — from one-off cloud migrations to multi-year managed services contracts, from security audits to full digital transformation programs. The best U.S.IT consultants do two things at once: they bring deep technical expertise (in AWS, Azure, GCP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, SAP, or whatever your stack demands) and they translate that expertise into business outcomes your CFO actually cares about.
Clutch helps you compare top U.S. IT consulting firms through verified client reviews, service portfolios, and pricing data — so you can shortlist providers that fit your scope, your industry, and your budget. Filter by service area or industry, and explore related directories:
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 16 projectsdesignDATA is a full-service IT management company providing services such as cybersecurity training, cloud migration, managed IT support, and more. With nearly 100% positive feedback across diverse industries, clients frequently praise their exceptional customer service, tailored training programs, and proactive technology solutions. About 80% of reviews highlight their strong project management and successful outcomes in enhancing security and efficiency.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorporate Technologies is a managed IT services provider offering support in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technical assistance. They maintain high client satisfaction, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their responsiveness and technical expertise. Clients emphasize their patience, reliability, and ability to deliver solutions on time, with minimal disruption. Overall, they are praised for their proactive approach and strong alignment with client needs.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 3 projectsDatalink Networks Inc. is an IT services company specializing in infrastructure transformation, network security, and IT support. The company consistently delivers dependable and efficient service, with reviews highlighting their ability to quickly resolve challenges and exceed expectations. Approximately 100% of reviewers praised their problem-solving capabilities, timely communication, and high availability, with no noted areas for improvement.
$50,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 10 projectsFlairsTech is a versatile IT services company offering software development, DevOps support, customer service, and technical support. They demonstrate strong project management, communication, and flexibility, receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback for their technical know-how and team integration. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend their value for cost and alignment with company values, while some suggest potential improvements in communication and developer retention.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Great Falls, VA
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IntelliPoint Solutions, LLC is a big data company established in 2015. Headquartered in Great Falls, Virginia, the team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Plainfield, NJ
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Launched in 2010, Astir Services LLC is a small South Plainfield, New Jersey-based data analytics company. Their team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 96 projectsPeeklogic, LLC is a Salesforce development and consulting firm specializing in CRM implementation, customization, and integration. They receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers highlighting their strong project management, responsiveness, and ability to adapt Salesforce solutions to client needs. Clients also frequently commend Peeklogic, LLC for their clear communication and efficient delivery of projects.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edison, NJ
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Megatrendz Media USA Inc., a business intelligence company, is in Edison, New Jersey. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Digital Care is an IT managed services company. They were founded in 2022 and focus on IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49College Station, TX
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See all 2 projectsAltorise // Marketing and Design Agency is a digital marketing agency renowned for its strategic brand communications and social media campaigns, with a strong focus on innovation and technology. Reviews indicate 100% positive feedback, highlighting effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in engagement and reach, such as a 200% monthly growth in social media engagement.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsBautomate is a company specializing in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions, focused on streamlining operations. The overall feedback from reviews is highly positive, with clients praising their structured project management, timely delivery, and responsiveness. Impressively, 100% of reviewers highlighted their ability to adapt to changing requirements, with no areas for improvement noted.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsPeriti Digital is a digital marketing consultancy specializing in HubSpot integration and marketing data management. Reviews highlight their personable approach and effective data integration, with 100% of reviewers noting improvement in data accuracy and successful team training. However, some felt the fast-paced work was challenging to follow.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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See all 30 projectsHelpware Tech is a technology company specializing in the development of advanced AI and machine learning solutions, particularly for the healthcare sector. The company has received highly positive feedback, with clients praising its effective project management, timely delivery, and adaptability, contributing to 60% time savings in project execution. Helpware Tech's integration of natural language processing and intelligent systems into its projects is consistently highlighted as a significant strength by approximately 80% of reviewers.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Little Elm, TX
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See all 3 projectsLivewire Technologies is an IT integration and support company specializing in document management systems, notably OpenText Hummingbird. Across their reviews, 100% of clients express high satisfaction, appreciating Livewire's exceptional attentiveness, quick response, and personalized service. Clients frequently praise their efficiency in handling complex integration projects seamlessly and feel valued as if they are the only client.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marrero, LA
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See all 1 projectsNOLA Broadband is an internet service provider known for exceptional customer service and reliable connectivity solutions. The company is praised for reducing downtime to less than 0.5% and providing direct access to the CEO, resulting in high satisfaction. All reviews reflect positive feedback, with a focus on personalized service and effective problem resolution.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Meridian, ID
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See all 1 projectsTrade Above, LLC is a software automation company specializing in developing automated tools for fund management. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their exceptional knowledge and fast-paced project management. Although 100% of the review is favorable, clients suggest improving project focus due to existing commitments.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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See all 1 projectsCoderiver, LLC is a web development company specializing in WordPress projects. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their timely delivery and high-quality project management. Clients particularly appreciate their efficiency and responsiveness, with no areas for improvement noted.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Fairfax, VA
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3Pillar is a software development firm. The Fairfax, Virginia-based agency provides Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Morristown, NJ
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See all 7 projectsDotcomWeavers is a web development company known for building custom e-commerce solutions and providing strategic insights to enhance online business capabilities. Reviews emphasize their dedication to understanding clients' unique needs and delivering projects on time and within budget. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their attention to detail and personalized approach, while some suggest improvements in quality control and communication. Overall, DotcomWeavers is praised for their client-centric service and technical expertise.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Plaistow, NH
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Based in Plaistow, New Hampshire, RMON Networks is an IT strategy consulting company. The team focuses on IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Rhymetec, a cloud consulting & SI company, was launched in 2015. The small team offers cloud consulting & SI and Cybersecurity.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Grand Rapids, MI
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Vista IT Group is an IT managed services company. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, their team offers IT managed services and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 1995, Computer Integrated Services is a Cybersecurity company. The firm focuses on Cybersecurity and IT strategy consulting, and is midsize.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Pittsford, NY
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See all 44 projectsNetsmartz LLC is a software development company offering solutions including project management, software development, and eCommerce management. Their reviews reflect a 90% satisfaction rate, with clients praising their communication, responsiveness, and alignment with company values. However, a small portion of feedback suggests room for improvement in communication and early hands-on testing. Overall, they are appreciated for their efficiency and value for money.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lynnwood, WA
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Encore Business Solutions is a Cybersecurity company. They are based in Winnipeg, Canada and Lynnwood, Washington, and their services include Cybersecurity and Business Consulting.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Tampa, FL
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See all 5 projectsIgnitho Technologies is an IT services company specializing in web development, SEO optimization, and custom software solutions. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their speed of delivery, effective project management, and ability to apply enterprise-level processes to smaller projects. Approximately 80% of the reviews highlight their excellent communication and outcome-focused approach, although a few mention the need for improvements in staff continuity and resource planning.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Boise, ID
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Soteria, an IT strategy consulting company, specialize in IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI. They were launched in 2014.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wiggins, CO
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Headquartered in Wiggins, Colorado, RightCyber Solutions is a small IT managed services company. The team focuses on IT managed services and Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cleveland, TN
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Launched in 2006, Keystone.Solutions is a big data company. Based in Cleveland, Tennessee, the team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MD
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Dresner Group is a cloud consulting & SI company. Launched in 2002, the team specializes in cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services. The firm is in Columbia, Maryland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buford, GA
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Capital Data Service, Inc is a cloud consulting & SI company. They are headquartered in Buford, Georgia, and their services include cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tacoma, WA
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Launched in 1989, Avaunt Technologies Inc is a small cloud consulting & SI company. Their services include cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lakewood, WA
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Cloud consulting & SI company Graemouse Technologies, Inc offers cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services. They are headquartered in Lakewood, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Syracuse, NY
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NGEN is a cloud consulting & SI company. They provide cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services and are headquartered in Syracuse, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Velon Technologies is a cloud consulting & SI company. They are in Atlanta, Georgia and have small team of experts. Their services include cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bristol, PA
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Established in 1986, Shock I.T. Support is a midsize Bristol, Pennsylvania-based data analytics company. Their team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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Based in Red Bank, New Jersey, ACA Computers, Inc. Is a big data analytics company. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249South Brunswick Township, NJ
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IPivot LLC, a data analytics company, was established in 2010. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Haymarket, VA
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Data analytics company Auspex Technologies, LLC is headquartered in Haymarket, Virginia. Founded in 2001, the team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tysons, VA
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Saliense Consulting LLC, a cloud consulting & SI company, offers cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services. The agency is located in Tysons, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester, NY
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Small IT strategy consulting company Info Advantage, is headquartered in Rochester, New York. Their services include IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Seepath Solutions, a cloud consulting & SI company, is in Jersey City, New Jersey. The team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sterling, VA
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STREAMS Solutions is an ERP consulting and SI company. Launched in 2018, their team specializes in ERP consulting and SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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See all 15 projectsAffinity Design Hub is a versatile digital marketing and web development agency, commended for delivering custom website development, SEO optimization, and content marketing strategies. The company received consistently positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their ability to blend aesthetics with functionality and their proactive project management. Clients experienced increased traffic and brand visibility, praising Affinity Design Hub's dedication to capturing and conveying brand identities effectively.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newark, DE
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Founded in 2019, Mountainise Inc, a small AI company, is in Newark, Delaware. Their team provides Artificial Intelligence and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, MA
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MBM Africa is a custom software development firm. They are headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their team provides Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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SharePass PTY LTD is a Melbourne, Australia-based Cybersecurity company. They focus on Cybersecurity and IT strategy consulting and were established in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Paso, TX
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Currey Adkins is an application development company. The team offers Mobile App Development and cloud consulting & SI, and the company is in El Paso, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cary, NC
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Located in Cary, North Carolina, Highbrow Technology Inc is a small IT strategy consulting company. The team provides IT strategy consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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GOA-TECH is a branding firm located in Miami, Florida. Established in 2011, the team provides Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe, LA
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Launched in 2011, Direnzic Technology & Consulting, LLC is a Cybersecurity company. The team focuses on Cybersecurity and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Roswell, GA
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Carmichael Consulting Solutions, a cloud consulting & SI company, provide cloud consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting. They were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Troy, MI
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BAE Networks is an IT managed services company. They were founded in 2013, and their services include IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port St. Lucie, FL
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Branding Arc, Inc., a branding firm, was founded in 2011. They offers Branding and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waterbury, CT
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Blue Cube IT, LLC is a custom software development firm. They were founded in 2010, and their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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List of the Top 15 United States IT Services Companies
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cranbury, NJ
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Glendale, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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36.6/40.019.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Vista, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Hoboken, NJ
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33.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 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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$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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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35.2/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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35.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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38.8/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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33.6/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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38.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews5.6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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34.7/40.017/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Plano, TX
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Alpharetta, GA
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U.S. IT Services and Consulting FAQs
U.S. IT consultants typically work in one or more of these modes:
- Strategy and advisory — technology roadmaps, architecture reviews, vendor selection, cloud migration planning
- Implementation — standing up new systems, integrating platforms, executing migrations, building custom solutions
- Managed services — ongoing operations of infrastructure, applications, security tooling, or help desk
- Specialized expertise — cybersecurity assessments, compliance work (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI), data and analytics platform builds, ERP/CRM implementations
- Staff augmentation — providing engineers, architects, or specialists who plug into your team for a project
Many firms span multiple modes. Be explicit about which mode you actually need — strategy advice, hands-on implementation, and managed services are sold and priced differently.
An IT consultant typically engages on defined projects with start and end dates — strategy work, system implementations, and audits. A managed service provider (MSP) runs ongoing IT operations on your behalf, often for a flat monthly fee, covering things like help desk, infrastructure monitoring, security operations, and patch management.
The line blurs when consultants offer managed services, or when MSPs do project work, but the engagement shape is different. Consulting buys you a deliverable; managed services buys you a function. Ask which the firm specializes in — most are stronger in one direction than the other.
A variety of factors impact the cost, including scope, complexity of project, and industry. Based on Clutch pricing data, clients can expect:
- Hourly rates: typically $100 – $250 per hour for mid-tier firms; $250 – $500+ for senior architects, security specialists, and Big-Four-tier consultancies
- Strategy and advisory projects: typically $25,000 – $150,000
- Implementation projects: highly variable by scope; cloud migrations often $50,000 – $500,000+, ERP implementations $250,000 – multi-million
- Managed services: typically priced per user per month ($75 – $200 per user) or as a flat retainer based on environment size
Get a multi-year total cost of ownership estimate, not just first-year cost — ongoing managed services often dwarf upfront implementation fees.
Filter on three things — technical specialization, industry experience, and certification/partnership status:
- Specialization matters because IT is too broad for any firm to be deep in everything; a Salesforce-and-MuleSoft shop is a different animal than a network security shop.
- Industry experience matters because compliance and operating constraints vary.
- Certifications matter as a signal: AWS Premier, Microsoft Solutions Partner, ServiceNow Elite, and similar designations indicate the firm has volume and proven delivery in that ecosystem.
Additionally, don’t forget to ask key questions like who specifically would work on your project, what their certifications are, and how the firm handles knowledge transfer at project close.
- Generalist pitches with no clear specialization. "We do everything" usually means deep in nothing.
- Reluctance to share named team members and certifications. Reputable firms can tell you exactly who'd staff your project.
- No discussion of risk or what could go wrong. Senior consultants have lived through failed migrations and over-budget implementations; firms that present everything as low-risk haven't been around long enough.
- Pricing without scope clarity. "Phase 1: Discovery — TBD" is a recipe for budget surprises.
- No clean handoff plan. A firm that wants you dependent on them indefinitely isn't selling consulting; they're selling a meter.
Never turn a blind eye to these red flags, even if the vendor offers enticing fees. Be thorough when doing your due diligence so no warning signs go unnoticed.