A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.
Feature
Codux
Getronics
Overall Score
3.7
3.1
Type
Boutique / High-Growth
European MSP
Employees
10-30
3500
Founded
2018
1887
Headquarters
Spotswood, VIC
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Revenue
Private
$600M
Salary Range
$70,000 - $110,000
$35,000 - $110,000
Specialties
Microsoft 365, Teams & Modern Workplace, Cloud Migration, Cybersecurity, IT Advisory / vCIO, Digital Transformation
Managed Services, Digital Workplace, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Modern Workplace, IT Infrastructure
Certifications
Microsoft Partner
Microsoft Partner, AWS Partner, Cisco Partner, ISO 27001
Green Flags
Modern, software-first approach to IT services Strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Teams expertise Flexible work culture with emphasis on learning Boutique advisory model (vCIO) differentiates from commoditised MSPs Positive client testimonials across multiple sectors
Strong European heritage and 135+ year history in technology services Deep Benelux market presence with good government relationships Digital workplace and modern workplace services are well-regarded Workspace 365 and digital workplace IP provides product differentiation
Red Flags
Very small scale limits career progression Below-market pay for senior roles vs enterprise MSPs Limited brand recognition outside Melbourne Boutique size means less job security during downturns Narrow technology stack focus (heavily Microsoft-centric)
Financial instability β multiple ownership changes, near-collapse events Massive downsizing from peak of 28,000 employees to ~3,500 Private equity ownership churn creates strategic whiplash Brand reputation damaged by repeated restructuring and asset sales Limited geographic scope outside Benelux and UK
Worker Pros
Modern tech stack with Microsoft-centric focus Flexible, contemporary work culture Strong emphasis on learning and development Direct client exposure across strategy and delivery Autonomy and ownership of work
Long heritage and established brand in Benelux Digital workplace IP (Workspace 365) is genuinely useful Good relationships with Benelux government clients Modern workplace focus aligns with market demand
Worker Cons
Small scale limits career progression Below-market pay for senior roles Limited brand recognition outside Victoria Heavy reliance on Microsoft ecosystem Less structured HR/P&C than larger firms
Multiple ownership changes create strategic whiplash Massive downsizing from 28K to 3.5K β shadow of former self Below-market compensation across most roles Limited geographic reach outside Benelux/UK
Both Boutique / High-Growth and European MSP have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities β whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.
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