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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 12 projectsTotal Secure Technology is a managed IT services company specializing in IT support, security, and infrastructure management. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their prompt response times, effective project management, and strong customer service. Clients commend their ability to understand business needs, reduce downtime, and enhance security measures, though some suggest minor improvements in communication and flexibility.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorporate Technologies is a managed IT service provider specializing in comprehensive IT support, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with their technical expertise, responsiveness, and problem-solving capabilities. Many reviewers (about 75%) highlight their professionalism and commitment to client needs, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 3 projectsDatalink Networks Inc. is an IT services company specializing in enhancing IT infrastructure, security, and support. Reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, highlighting their exceptional service, rapid problem-solving, and proactive approach. Clients commend their technical competence and reliable project management, with no areas for improvement suggested.
$50,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves United StatesServices provided
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.
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$5,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Tucson, AZ
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Intugo is a large Back Office Outsourcing company launched in 2005. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Weston, FL
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Digibee is a cloud consulting & SI company based in Weston, Florida and Sao Paulo, Brazil. They specialize in cloud consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 103 projectsPeeklogic, LLC is a Salesforce development and integration company praised for its expertise and responsiveness. The company consistently delivers projects on time, with 100% of reviewers highlighting strong project management and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to handle complex tasks across Salesforce and web platforms, with no significant areas for improvement noted by the majority of reviewers.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ramona, CA
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C3IT Solutions is a midsize Ramona, California-based AI firm. The team offers Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Process Automation.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Mind Digital Group is a website development company. Launched in 2013, their team offers Web Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Elmont, NY
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See all 1 projectsEnvision International provides website development services, as reflected in their work with Active Air Solutions, where they successfully developed an online booking platform. Reviews highlight the company's timely delivery and responsive nature, although there is a suggestion for increased professionalism. Budget-friendly pricing was a notable factor in their selection.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Plymouth Meeting, PA
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User experience agency Software Country offers UX/UI Design and IT strategy consulting. They are based in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania and London, England.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Crowns Field Association is a Commercial Property Management company. The Islamabad, Pakistan-based team focuses on Commercial Property Management and Commercial Financing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Coral Gables, FL
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Monahan-Mijares Outsourcing is a midsize Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company launched in 1980. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Redwood City, CA
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Equinix EMEA, an IT managed services company, focus on IT managed services and IT strategy consulting. They were established in 1998.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Alameda, CA
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Absolutdata Analytics is an artificial intelligence company. Their team is based in Alameda, California and Gurugram, India and focuses on Artificial Intelligence and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Piscataway, NJ
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Algonox Technologies is an AI firm. They are based in Piscataway, New Jersey and Hyderabad, India. Their team provides Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Process Automation.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsAutomatic Technology Solutions LLC is a full-service IT and digital marketing company specializing in custom software development and scalable digital solutions for businesses of all sizes. We
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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PARTY is a small data analytics company in Shibuya City, Japan and New York, New York. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Las Vegas, NV
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Frequency Foundry is a midsize business intelligence company. They specialize in BI & big data consulting & SI and were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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Xebrium Inc, a midsize custom software development firm, is located in San Jose, California and Pune, India. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Naperville, IL
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CoreFlex Solutions Inc. Is a CRM consulting and SI company based in Naperville, Illinois and पुणे, India. Launched in 2013, the team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Emeryville, CA
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See all 25 projectsSeasia Infotech is a multifaceted technology company specializing in app development, UI/UX design, and digital strategy. With approximately 88% positive feedback, clients praise their professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to quality. However, about 12% of reviews highlight significant project management and communication issues, indicating room for improvement. Overall, Seasia Infotech is noted for delivering technically sound solutions and maintaining strong customer relations.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Saguaro Technology, a cloud consulting & SI company, was established in 1999. The midsize team offers cloud consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Denver, CO
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Launched in 2014, Versent is a cloud consulting & SI company. The team offers cloud consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Arlington, VA
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HCLTech is a data analytics company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and Budapest, Hungary. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Winston-Salem, NC
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Xi'an Huamei Soft Co., Ltd., an IT strategy consulting and custom software development company, was established in 2007. The midsize team offers IT strategy consulting and Custom Software
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Plainsboro Township, NJ
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AuroPro Soft Systems is a midsize application development firm headquartered in Plainsboro Township, New Jersey and Kondapur, India. The team provides Mobile App Development and cloud consulting &
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Jose, CA
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Founded in 2013, Crest Data is a large Engineering company. Their services include Engineering and Generative AI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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BizAcuity is a business intelligence company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia and Hyderabad, India, their team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Asheville, NC
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Cloud consulting & SI company Retail Insights is in Bengaluru, India and Asheville, North Carolina. They provide cloud consulting & SI and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Mobizcorp is a Berlin, Germany-based e-commerce development company. Launched in 2003, the team focuses on E-Commerce Development and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Headquartered in New York, New York and Paris, France, iHorse is a web design agency. Established in 2007, the team specializes in Web Design and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Temple Terrace, FL
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WNS-Vuram, an UX design agency, was established in 2011. Headquartered in Chennai, India and Temple Terrace, Florida, the team provides UX/UI Design and IT managed services.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Redian Software MEA LLC is a midsize Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based CRM consulting and SI company. Their services include CRM consulting and SI and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dunwoody, GA
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Based in Dunwoody, Georgia and Indore, India, NLiven Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Is a custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Biscayne Park, FL
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See all 15 projectsHolycode is a software development company known for delivering comprehensive digital solutions, including web and platform development. Their reviews reflect a strong emphasis on professional project management and clear communication, with 100% positive feedback across clients. Many reviewers (approximately 85%) commend their innovative approach, flexibility, and dedication, emphasizing an exceptional work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines effectively.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Columbia, MD
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Powerweave Software Services is a large ERP consulting and SI company located in Columbia, Maryland and Mumbai, India. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and E-Commerce Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Herndon, VA
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Software development firm Covalense is headquartered in North Sydney, Australia and Nanakaramguda, India. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Santa Clara, CA
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In Santa Clara, California and Islamabad, Pakistan, Emumba is an UX design company. The team offers UX/UI Design and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pembroke Pines, FL
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TPF Software is a software development firm based in Pembroke Pines, Florida and Chennai, India. They specialize in Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting and were founded in 1986.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Redwood City, CA
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Founded in 2001, VIT Infotech is a Robotics Process Automation company. Their services include Robotics Process Automation and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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Serviceberry is an IT strategy consulting company. They offer IT strategy consulting and were established in 2008. The agency is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and North Sydney,
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Qualitas Global is a midsize big data company headquartered in Pune, India and Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and ECM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Wilmington, DE
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CMC Global is a cloud consulting & SI company. Launched in 2017, the team offers cloud consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Tampa, FL
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Quorum Cyber is a midsize Tampa, Florida-based Cybersecurity company. Their services include Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Cupertino, CA
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Wolken Software is an IT strategy consulting company. They are based in Cupertino, California and Bengaluru, India, and their services include IT strategy consulting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Richter LLP is a Business Consulting company launched in 1926. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Gisax.io is an IT staff augmentation company based in New Delhi, India and Gurugram, India. Their services include IT staff augmentation and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Coral Gables, FL
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Izertis México is a Ciudad de México, Mexico-based IT strategy consulting company. Established in 1996, the team focuses on IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Draper, UT
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Blueflame Labs is a cloud consulting & SI company in Pune, India and Wood Hill, England. They offer cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI and were established in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249White Oak, MD
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Softsquare is a White Oak, Maryland-based CRM consulting and SI company. Established in 1998, the team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and Mobile App Development.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Woodbridge Township, NJ
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See all 1 projectsSilver Touch Technologies offers product development services and has received positive feedback for their timely delivery and dedication. Clients have highlighted their proficiency in meeting deadlines and effective project management, which has contributed to successful product launches.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Edison, NJ
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SUYOG COMPUTECH is an IT managed services company. The Watford, England-based team provides IT managed services and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dublin, OH
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Techno Facts Solutions Pvt Ltd is a software development firm based in Dublin, Ohio and Hyderabad, India. They focus on Custom Software Development and Staffing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10,000+El Segundo, CA
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Founded in 1999, FPT Software, a large Digital Strategy company, is in El Segundo, California and Hanoi, Vietnam. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and cloud consulting & SI.
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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+$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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36.6/40.019.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Glendale, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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33.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 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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35.2/40.018/20 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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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 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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35.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 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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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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36.4/40.016.8/20 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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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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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 - 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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38.3/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Plano, TX
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35.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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.