In a crowded managed services market where scale, specialization, and security depth increasingly define winners, Sourcepass has secured a notable industry nod.
The IT services and cybersecurity provider has been named to the 2026 MSP 500 list in the Elite 150 category by CRN, a brand of The Channel Company.
The annual MSP 500 list highlights North American managed service providers that help organizations streamline IT operations, improve efficiency, and maximize return on technology investments. The Elite 150 tier specifically recognizes MSPs delivering comprehensive, high-value managed services to mid-market and enterprise customers—arguably the most competitive segment of the channel ecosystem.
For Sourcepass, the recognition reinforces its positioning as more than a regional IT outsourcer. It signals ambitions in complex, security-forward environments where operational maturity matters as much as technical capability.
What the Elite 150 Really Means
The Elite 150 category isn’t designed for small, break-fix shops. It spotlights MSPs that demonstrate:
- Operational scale
- Depth in managed security and IT services
- Ability to support multi-location or fast-growing enterprises
- Strategic alignment with evolving customer needs
In practical terms, that often translates into mature service desks, cybersecurity integration, cloud expertise, compliance support, and consultative advisory services.
Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, described the 2026 MSP 500 honorees as companies redefining managed services by helping organizations stay agile and scale with confidence.
That language reflects a broader shift in the MSP market. Managed services are no longer just about outsourced IT maintenance—they’re increasingly about business continuity, cyber resilience, and digital transformation enablement.
Why It Matters in 2026’s MSP Landscape
The MSP sector has undergone significant consolidation and specialization over the past five years. Private equity–backed rollups, cybersecurity-first MSPs, and cloud-native service providers have raised the bar for what mid-market and enterprise clients expect.
Recognition from CRN can serve multiple strategic purposes:
- Strengthening credibility with enterprise prospects
- Enhancing vendor and partner relationships
- Supporting recruiting efforts in a tight talent market
- Differentiating in competitive RFP environments
For Sourcepass, which positions itself as both an IT services and cybersecurity provider, the Elite 150 designation aligns with a market reality: security has become inseparable from managed services.
Ransomware, supply chain vulnerabilities, and regulatory pressures have pushed mid-sized organizations to demand enterprise-grade protections—often without enterprise-sized internal teams. MSPs capable of bridging that gap are seeing growing demand.
Security as the Growth Engine
Chuck Canton, Founder and CEO of Sourcepass, framed the award as validation of the company’s commitment to innovation and security-driven client experience.
That focus is timely. According to industry analysts, cybersecurity is now one of the fastest-growing segments within managed services. Clients increasingly expect:
- 24/7 threat monitoring
- Incident response planning
- Compliance support
- Cloud security posture management
- Identity and access controls
MSPs that fail to build deep security practices risk being sidelined in favor of specialized managed security service providers (MSSPs) or larger integrated firms.
By landing in the Elite 150, Sourcepass positions itself among providers viewed as capable of handling those complexities.
The Channel Ecosystem Signal
The MSP 500 list also functions as a guide for vendors and channel partners seeking strong regional and national service collaborators.
For technology vendors, inclusion can indicate:
- Revenue growth potential
- Strong customer retention
- Operational maturity
- Partner ecosystem alignment
In an era where vendor-MSP relationships often include co-selling motions, marketplace integrations, and joint marketing, third-party recognition carries tangible business weight.
The Bigger Picture: MSPs as Strategic IT Partners
The managed services market is evolving beyond infrastructure management toward strategic advisory roles. Mid-market enterprises increasingly rely on MSPs for:
- Cloud migration planning
- AI readiness assessments
- IT budgeting and roadmap development
- Security framework implementation
That shift raises expectations around governance, scalability, and measurable outcomes.
CRN’s Elite 150 category essentially spotlights firms that have crossed from tactical support provider to strategic IT partner.
The Bottom Line
Sourcepass’s inclusion on CRN’s 2026 MSP 500 Elite 150 list won’t transform the MSP market overnight—but it reinforces the company’s standing in a competitive, security-driven industry.
As organizations demand more from their managed service providers—greater resilience, deeper cybersecurity integration, and clearer ROI—the firms that combine operational excellence with innovation are likely to capture outsized growth.
For Sourcepass, the Elite 150 recognition underscores its momentum in a market where managed IT is no longer optional—it’s foundational to business continuity and digital progress.
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