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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Small SMS Marketing company JAL VISIONARY SOLUTIONS, LLC, is based in Avon, Connecticut. The team focuses on SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Located in Parkland, Florida, Win Big Marketing is a small social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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 - 9Durham, NC
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Established in 2018, New Era Consulting Group is a small CRM consulting and SI company. Their team offers CRM consulting and SI and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chelsea, AL
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Southern Talent Specialists, Inc. Is a Business Consulting company. They were founded in 2019 and specialize in Business Consulting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Paramus, NJ
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Established in 2000, Silver Search, Inc. Is an user experience agency. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and IT managed services and is headquartered in Paramus, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBaltimore, MD
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IT managed services company N. Scott Phillips Legal and Business Consulting Services was launched in 1989. The agency focuses on IT managed services and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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IMPRIVA is an ERP consulting and SI company. They focus on ERP consulting and SI and Business Consulting and were founded in 2005. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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IO Media Group is a Conversion Optimization company. They are in Overland Park, Kansas. Their team focuses on Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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WebsiteSpot.com is a social media marketing firm. They were launched in 2002 and offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHot Springs, AR
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Unleash Your Geek is a SEO company. They were established in 2001 and focus on Search Engine Optimization and Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLouisville, KY
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Root of Pi LLC is a SEO agency. The Louisville, Kentucky-based agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Advanced Digital Experts , a small SEO agency, is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerCharleston, SC
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Established in 2020, hotbutton.io is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTysons, VA
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Established in 1998, Thomas Fuller, a small SEO services firm, is located in Tysons, Virginia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gainesville, GA
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MediaPressions Web Design & SEO Services is a SEO agency. In Gainesville, Georgia, the company was established in 2007. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChester, MD
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Anyware, LLC is a custom software development firm. Based in Chester, Maryland, their team offers Custom Software Development and ECM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOdenton, MD
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Headquartered in Odenton, Maryland, Millennium International Consulting, Inc. Is a custom software development firm. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lawrenceville, GA
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Kahnputers, LLC is a small big data analytics company. Founded in 2007, the team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Sentio Services LLC is an IT managed services company. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. Their team focuses on IT managed services and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spearfish, SD
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IT managed services and custom software development company Odonata Software provides IT managed services and Custom Software Development. They are in Spearfish, South Dakota.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cumming, GA
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Software development firm Gamma Quest Inc provides Custom Software Development and CRM consulting and SI. They were established in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Method Data Science is a small business intelligence company. They specialize in BI & big data consulting & SI and Web Development and were launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Huntingdon, PA
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Liberty Fox Technologies is a software development firm. They are in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Founded in 2022, Lloyd Solves, LLC is a CRM consulting and SI company. The agency offers CRM consulting and SI and API Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gainesville, FL
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In Gainesville, Florida, ACT Dynamics is an ERP consulting and SI company. The team specializes in ERP consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhoenix, AZ
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ZoneRise is a cloud consulting & SI company. The team is located in Phoenix, Arizona, and their services include cloud consulting & SI and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRockville, MD
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CDF Web Solutions, a web development firm, was established in 2005. The team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Web Lights is an ERP consulting and SI company. Founded in 2010, the company provides ERP consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRound Rock, TX
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Software development firm ASTL Enterprises, LLC. Was established in 1975. The team provides Custom Software Development and Computer Engineering.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Haven, CT
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Launched in 2017, Gismasoft Pvt. Ltd. Is a data analytics company. The team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerIrving, TX
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Founded in 2007, Paladin Logic, Limited is a software development company. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Computer Engineering.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairfax, VA
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AJ Tatum Digital is a social media marketing company. They are located in Fairfax, Virginia and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerCharlotte, NC
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Quaversal is an IT managed services company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They focus on IT managed services and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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CloudMine is a business intelligence company. Their small team of employees is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bryn Mawr, PA
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Utulla is a small big data company in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. The team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFerndale, MI
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TobiVision, Inc., an IT strategy consulting company, is located in Ferndale, Michigan. They specialize in IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSheridan, WY
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Sleek App is a web design company. Founded in 2023, the team specializes in Web Design and Custom Software Development. The company is in Sheridan, Wyoming.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Traverse City, MI
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Loop Software & Testing Services, Inc, an Application Testing company, is headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan. The team focuses on Application Testing and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Richboro, PA
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Mission & Data is a Business Consulting company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching. The agency is located in Richboro, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Malvern, PA
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Zoomi.ai is an AI company headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2012, the team provides Artificial Intelligence and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berwyn, PA
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Epoxy.ai is an AI firm. The Berwyn, Pennsylvania-based agency was founded in 2020. Their team focuses on Artificial Intelligence and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boothwyn, PA
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Ardian Technologies, Inc., a Compliance Consulting company, was founded in 2018. In Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, the team specializes in Compliance Consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Data Sapients is a big data analytics company founded in 2023. In Chicago, Illinois, the team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glen Burnie, MD
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Dee Tech Consulting is a small big data company and application development company. Founded in 2021, the team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Data Agile Incorporated is a data analytics company founded in 2016. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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The Cognition Group is a big data analytics company. They were launched in 2020 and provide BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Deer Park, IL
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Modak is a business intelligence company. They are headquartered in Deer Park, Illinois, and their services include BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Wizaly, a business intelligence company, was launched in 2014. In Chicago, Illinois, the team provides BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNew York, NY
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Data Analytics NYC, a small data analytics company and API Development company, is in New York, New York. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and API Development.
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Web design agency Altus Techs was launched in 2018. The company focuses on Web Design and IT strategy consulting.
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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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34.8/40.016/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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34.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Vista, CA
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35.4/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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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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34.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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34/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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36.4/40.016.8/20 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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35.9/40.017.2/20 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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$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.