Connectwise
ConnectWise gives IT service providers a single platform to manage endpoints, support tickets, cybersecurity, backup, and remote access without juggling multiple tools.
Overview
ConnectWise is a platform built for managed service providers and IT teams that need to run more efficiently without adding headcount. It combines remote monitoring and management, service desk ticketing, cybersecurity, backup and disaster recovery, and remote access into one unified system. The goal is to reduce tool sprawl and automate repetitive tasks like endpoint patching, user onboarding, and alert triage. One IT director quoted on their site said productivity jumped almost overnight after consolidating from five separate tools into ConnectWise. The platform includes AI-assisted workflows designed to cut manual effort across teams. If your business currently relies on an outside IT provider or manages your own IT environment, ConnectWise is the platform your provider likely already uses or should consider. It serves companies ranging from small IT shops to large enterprise IT departments.
Features
- Remote monitoring and management with automated endpoint patching
- Service desk ticketing with AI-assisted workflow automation
- Cybersecurity tools including SIEM and managed detection and response
- Cloud and on-premises backup with rapid recovery capabilities
- Secure remote access through ScreenConnect for instant device support
Best for
ConnectWise fits managed service providers and internal IT teams that support multiple clients or manage a large number of devices and need one platform to replace several point solutions. Small businesses that rely on an outside IT provider likely interact with ConnectWise indirectly through their MSP rather than purchasing it directly.
Why this SMB score
ConnectWise delivers strong value for IT service providers and MSPs, but most small business owners without dedicated IT staff will find it too complex and too opaque on pricing to evaluate or operate directly.