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MSP Blueshift vs Rackspace Technology: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

MSP Blueshift vs Rackspace Technology

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature MSP Blueshift Rackspace Technology
Overall Scoreβ€”3.0
TypeMelbourne MSP / CybersecurityUS Cloud MSP
EmployeesNot publicly disclosed14000
FoundedNot publicly disclosed1999
HeadquartersMelbourne, VICSan Antonio, Texas, USA
RevenuePrivate$3.0B
Salary RangeNot publicly disclosed$50,000 - $140,000
SpecialtiesManaged IT Services, Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, Cloud, Essential Eight, VoIP, Co-Managed ITManaged Cloud, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, DevOps
CertificationsISO 27001, Great Place To WorkAWS Premier Partner, Microsoft Partner, Google Cloud Partner, ISO 27001
Green FlagsISO 27001 certification highlighted
Great Place To Work recognition shown on provider site
Essential Eight and co-managed services offered		Pioneer of 'Fanatical Support' β€” differentiated managed cloud support model
Strong multi-cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, GCP
Good for early-career cloud engineers seeking certification support
Private equity backing provides capital for growth
Red FlagsProvider claims require independent verification and contract reviewFinancial distress β€” loss of founder leadership, multiple restructurings
Below-market compensation across most roles
PE ownership creates margin pressure and cost-cutting mentality
Massive layoff cycles (2022: 10%, 2023: 15%, 2024: ongoing)
Awful Glassdoor rating (3.0) β€” among worst of major MSPs
Business model disruption from hyperscalers going direct to customers
Worker Prosβ€”Strong multi-cloud managed services expertise
Fanatical Support training instills good customer service habits
Cloud certification support and exam coverage
Good for early-career cloud engineers building a resume
Worker Consβ€”Financial instability β€” multiple layoff rounds and loss of founder CEO
Below-market salaries across all roles
PE ownership drives constant cost-cutting and margin pressure
Hyperscalers (AWS, Azure) going direct β€” squeezing Rackspace's business model

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Melbourne MSP / Cybersecurity and US Cloud MSP 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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