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Optus Business vs Precision IT: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Optus Business vs Precision IT

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Optus Business Precision IT
Overall Score3.0β€”
TypeTelco / EnterpriseCloud-first MSP / Cybersecurity
Employees2000-300055+
Founded1991Not publicly disclosed
HeadquartersSydney, NSW (Parent: Singapore)Gold Coast, QLD
RevenuePart of Singtel; EBITDA $2.2B (FY2025)Private
Salary Range$75,000 - $145,000Not publicly disclosed
SpecialtiesCybersecurity, Cloud, Network Services, Managed ServicesCloud, Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, Essential Eight, Multi-Cloud, Managed Services
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Cisco Partner, Fortinet PartnerISO 27001, Microsoft Solutions Partner, AWS Select Partner, Citrix Premier Partner, Fortinet Advanced Partner, Huntress
Green FlagsSingapore Telecom parent provides stability
Strong telecommunications backbone
Good benefits package		β€”
Red FlagsTelco culture Ò€” IT services are secondary
Below-market salaries
Limited career progression
Bureaucratic decision-making		β€”
Worker ProsStable employment
Good benefits
Telecommunications expertise		β€”
Worker ConsIT services are secondary to telco
Below-market salaries
Bureaucratic culture
Limited career progression		β€”

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Telco / Enterprise and Cloud-first MSP / Cybersecurity 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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