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Data#3 vs Qbit IT Solutions: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Data#3 vs Qbit IT Solutions

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Data#3 Qbit IT Solutions
Overall Score3.8β€”
TypePublicly Listed GiantWestern Australian MSP / Security
Employees1500-200050+
Founded19772006
HeadquartersBrisbane, QLDPerth, WA
Revenue$884.8MPrivate
Salary Range$80,000 - $160,000Not publicly disclosed
SpecialtiesMicrosoft Solutions, Cloud, Managed Services, Software LicensingManaged Services, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Networking, IT Support, Business Continuity
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Cisco Partner, VMware PartnerISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, SMB1001 Gold
Green FlagsASX-listed (ASX: DDD) Ò€” financial transparency
Strong Australian focus Ò€” no offshoring agenda
Good work-life balance
Profitable and growing		β€”
Red FlagsBelow-market salaries at senior levels
Government contract dependency
Limited international exposure
Acquisition-driven growth creates integration challenges		β€”
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 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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