Fairfield, NJ, February 10, 2025 — Acuative announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized Acuative on its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Managed Security 100 category for 2025.

CRN’s annual MSP 500 list is a comprehensive guide to the leading MSPs in North America. These companies deliver essential managed services that enhance business efficiency, simplify IT, and optimize return on technology investments for their customers.

The annual MSP 500 list is divided into three sections: the Pioneer 250, which recognizes MSPs focused on the small-and-midsize-business market; the Elite 150, recognizing MSPs with a blend of on- and off-premises services for mostly midmarket and enterprise customers; and the Managed Security 100, spotlighting MSPs with cloud-based security services expertise.

The MSP 500 list showcases and celebrates MSPs that are driving growth and innovation. These solution providers empower businesses with complex technologies so they can achieve their business goals without stretching financial resources.

Acuative earned this managed security award for its exceptional ability to safeguard businesses with proactive, innovative cybersecurity solutions. By combining advanced threat detection, real-time monitoring, and full-stack observability, Acuative provides a comprehensive approach to protecting critical network infrastructure. Their team of security experts delivers tailored strategies that help organizations stay ahead of evolving threats while maintaining optimal performance. This recognition reflects Acuative’s commitment to reliability, innovation, and excellence in managed security services, ensuring businesses can operate with confidence in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

“The solution providers on our 2025 MSP 500 list deliver innovative managed services portfolios that enable clients of every size to be more agile and optimize their IT budgets as they grow their business,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and executive Editor CRN, at The Channel Company. “These are the companies that anticipate client tech needs and develop groundbreaking services and solutions that let customers focus on their core business so they can accelerate success.”

“I couldn’t be prouder of our team for earning this recognition. Their dedication, expertise, and commitment to keeping our clients secure are what make Acuative stand out. Cyber threats are always evolving, and our team rises to the challenge every day—this award is a reflection of their hard work and the trust our clients place in us.” – Chad Mead, COO

The MSP 500 list will be featured in the February 2025 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.crn.com/msp500 beginning February 10.

About Acuative
Acuative provides the world's leading companies with a complete range of advanced technology and managed services, enabling customers to utilize a single source provider for all of their network requirements. Acuative has a specific focus and expertise in implementing and managing voice and data networks in a highly secure environment. Acuative simplifies the entire process of managing today's technology by leveraging a powerful combination of expertise, round-the-clock availability, and extensive technical resources to deliver faster efficiency gains, speed to implement, and the highest return on investment to our customers.

About The Channel Company
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