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Data#3 vs KMTech: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Data#3 vs KMTech

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Data#3 KMTech
Overall Score3.8β€”
TypePublicly Listed GiantAustralian Managed IT / MSSP
Employees1500-2000Not publicly disclosed
Founded1977Not publicly disclosed
HeadquartersBrisbane, QLDAustralia
Revenue$884.8MPrivate
Salary Range$80,000 - $160,000Not publicly disclosed
SpecialtiesMicrosoft Solutions, Cloud, Managed Services, Software LicensingManaged IT Services, Managed Security, SOC/MDR, Essential Eight, ISO Compliance, Azure, Microsoft 365, AI Governance
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Cisco Partner, VMware PartnerISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Green FlagsASX-listed (ASX: DDD) Ò€” financial transparency
Strong Australian focus Ò€” no offshoring agenda
Good work-life balance
Profitable and growing		ISO certifications stated by provider
24/7 SOC and SLA-backed response advertised
Essential Eight maturity alignment stated
Red FlagsBelow-market salaries at senior levels
Government contract dependency
Limited international exposure
Acquisition-driven growth creates integration challenges		Certification and service claims should be verified against current certificates and the proposed SLA
Worker ProsASX-listed transparency Ò€” you know the numbers
Australian-focused Ò€” your job isn't being offshored
Profitable and growing Ò€” stability
Good work-life balance in most teams		β€”
Worker ConsBelow-market salaries at senior levels
Government contract dependency creates cyclicality
Limited international exposure
Acquisition integration can be bumpy		β€”

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Publicly Listed Giant and Australian Managed IT / MSSP 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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