Deciding whether to outsource IT support to a managed service provider or hire in-house IT staff, needing to evaluate cost and overhead trade-offs.

Severity

2Mild

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 3, 2026

App Concept

IT Sourcing Compass

A decision-support tool that helps managers compare the total cost and operational impact of managed IT services versus in-house hiring. It aggregates quotes, models overhead, and provides side-by-side analysis to facilitate data-driven decisions.

Key Features

Cost modeling engine comparing MSP vs in-house over 1-3-5 year horizons
Template for collecting MSP quotes and internal salary/benefits data
Risk assessment for each option (coverage gaps, response time, expertise)
Recommendation report with key trade-offs and stakeholder presentation

Target Users: IT managers and department heads at small-to-midsize businesses (50-500 employees) evaluating IT staffing models

Revenue Model: $99 per analysis report or $49/month subscription for unlimited comparisons

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Klik Solutions managed contractin-house IT staff hiring

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