All IT vs Capgemini (inc. Empired)
A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.
| Feature |
All IT |
Capgemini (inc. Empired) |
| Overall Score | β | 2.8 |
| Type | Australian Mid-Market MSP / Cybersecurity | Global Integrator |
| Employees | Not publicly disclosed | 1500-2000 |
| Founded | 2005 | 1967 |
| Headquarters | Sydney, NSW | Sydney, NSW (Global HQ: Paris, France) |
| Revenue | Private | $878.1M (AU ops, FY2025) |
| Salary Range | Not publicly disclosed | $95,000 - $180,000 |
| Specialties | Managed IT Services, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Microsoft 365, AI Automation, IT Strategy | Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics, Enterprise Applications, Consulting |
| Certifications | β | Microsoft Partner, AWS Partner, Salesforce Partner, SAP Partner |
| Green Flags | Australian-owned service provider 24/7 support available stated by provider No-lock-in monthly contracts advertised | Large global scale Γ’β¬β can handle enterprise projects Some genuinely talented people in specific teams Good vendor partnerships and certification support |
| Red Flags | Marketing claims such as response time and satisfaction should be verified against the proposed SLA | 66% offshore workforce Γ’β¬β highest of any major Australian MSP Annual restructuring cycles Γ’β¬β predictably unpredictable Acquired 4 companies in 5 years, erased all brands Below-market salaries (A$113K average vs A$128-138K market) Razer data breach: US$6.5M in damages awarded BOQ and ME Bank offshoring scandals documented Glassdoor reviews describe 'toxic' culture in some teams |
| Worker Pros | β | Exposure to large, complex projects Global brand opens doors Some teams have excellent managers |
| Worker Cons | β | 66% offshore means onshore roles are increasingly 'bridge' positions Annual restructuring creates constant uncertainty Below-market salaries with opaque promotion processes Four acquired companies erased Γ’β¬β expect yours next Executive bonuses while staff are made redundant |
Which MSP Should You Choose?
Both Australian Mid-Market MSP / Cybersecurity and Global Integrator have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities β whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.
Use the side-by-side comparison tool for a deeper look, or check out individual profiles for detailed employee reviews.
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