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Capgemini (inc. Empired) vs Qbit IT Solutions: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Capgemini (inc. Empired) vs Qbit IT Solutions

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Capgemini (inc. Empired) Qbit IT Solutions
Overall Score2.8β€”
TypeGlobal IntegratorWestern Australian MSP / Security
Employees1500-200050+
Founded19672006
HeadquartersSydney, NSW (Global HQ: Paris, France)Perth, WA
Revenue$878.1M (AU ops, FY2025)Private
Salary Range$95,000 - $180,000Not publicly disclosed
SpecialtiesCloud, Microsoft Dynamics, Enterprise Applications, ConsultingManaged Services, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Networking, IT Support, Business Continuity
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Salesforce Partner, SAP PartnerISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, SMB1001 Gold
Green FlagsLarge global scale Ò€” can handle enterprise projects
Some genuinely talented people in specific teams
Good vendor partnerships and certification support		β€”
Red Flags66% offshore workforce Ò€” highest of any major Australian MSP
Annual restructuring cycles Ò€” 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		β€”
Worker ProsExposure to large, complex projects
Global brand opens doors
Some teams have excellent managers		β€”
Worker Cons66% offshore means onshore roles are increasingly 'bridge' positions
Annual restructuring creates constant uncertainty
Below-market salaries with opaque promotion processes
Four acquired companies erased Ò€” expect yours next
Executive bonuses while staff are made redundant		β€”

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Global Integrator and Western Australian MSP / Security 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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