CTI

What CTI does

CTI (legally CTI Brasil, CNPJ 06.213.287/0001-14) is a privately held Brazilian managed services provider and ISP founded in 1992 and headquartered in Diadema, São Paulo. The company delivers dedicated internet connectivity, managed cybersecurity, and cloud solutions to medium and large corporate enterprises that require high-availability infrastructure and cannot tolerate operational downtime. Its technology stack combines proprietary fiber-optic network infrastructure spanning 17 Brazilian cities and 6 owned data centers with integrated security and backup technologies from Fortinet, SonicWALL, Kaspersky, VEEAM, Acronis, OutPost24, and Microsoft (SPLA). Managed services encompass SD-WAN, bandwidth management, firewall and endpoint management, XDR/MDR/MXDR-style monitoring, vulnerability assessment, cloud backup, disaster recovery, and colocation.

CTI operates a direct, consultative B2B sales motion targeting corporate IT decision-makers in Brazil's industrial, financial, education, and transportation sectors. Revenue is generated through subscription-based recurring contracts for connectivity and managed security, plus professional services for consulting, implementation, and migration projects. Pricing is quote-based, with flexible monthly contracts that allow customers to avoid capital expenditure on hardware. The company holds an Anatel SCM license authorizing nationwide internet operations and serves 2,500+ enterprise customers while managing 8,300+ firewalls and endpoints, 500+ virtual servers, and over 1PB of protected data. Notable customers include Sicredi, 99, Centauro, Acrilex, Carbono, Saint Paul, and Formtap, with case studies emphasizing rapid incident response (e.g., 24-hour ransomware recovery, same-day VPN and bandwidth scaling during COVID-19). Strategic 2026 partnerships include integration with Equinix's São Paulo data center campus and collaboration with SENAI on Generative AI applied to industrial use cases.

Name

CTI

Legal name

CTI Brasil

Website

https://cti.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CTI Brasil is a privately held Brazilian ISP and managed services provider founded in 1992, delivering dedicated internet connectivity, managed cybersecurity, and cloud solutions to 2,500+ corporate enterprises across 17 cities and 6 data centers, primarily in São Paulo.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

NaaS Connectivity Services (On-Demand VPN, SD-WAN-as-a-Service, Bandwidth-on-Demand) (HDAIAIAH)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Internet service provider
• Cybersecurity solutions
• Cloud infrastructure
• Backup and recovery

Headquarters

HQ city

Diadema

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Internet and Connectivity Services: Dedicated internet links, bandwidth management, and SD-WAN services delivered over proprietary fiber network infrastructure. Recurring monthly service fees based on bandwidth capacity and service level agreements.
2. Managed Security Services: Ongoing management and monitoring of cybersecurity solutions including firewalls, endpoint protection, backup, and disaster recovery. Subscription-based pricing with flexible monthly contracts.
3. Cloud Solutions: Cloud infrastructure, colocation, virtual servers, and data protection services. Delivered as managed services with recurring revenue from capacity-based subscriptions.
4. Professional Services: Consulting, implementation, and technical support services for technology deployments including cybersecurity assessments, network design, and migration projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

CTI is a Brazilian managed IT services provider delivering dedicated internet connectivity, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions to corporate enterprises. The company operates a proprietary fiber network across 17 cities with 6 data centers, providing dedicated internet access, managed firewall and endpoint security, backup and disaster recovery, and SD-WAN services delivered through certified partnerships with Fortinet, VEEAM, Acronis, Kaspersky, and SonicWALL.

Product overview

CTI is an ISP (Internet Service Provider) and managed IT services company delivering a portfolio of connectivity, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions to corporate clients in Brazil. The offering consists of three core service pillars: (1) dedicated internet access via fiber optic with coverage across 17 cities and 6 data centers, (2) cloud solutions including backup, disaster recovery, and data protection, and (3) cybersecurity services encompassing managed firewalls/endpoints, threat detection (XDR/MDR/MXDR), and vulnerability assessment. CTI implements and manages technology from partners including Fortinet (FortiSASE, ZTNA), SonicWALL, VEEAM, Acronis, Kaspersky, Outpost24, and Ruckus. Additional offerings include SD-WAN, bandwidth management, a client portal (My Portal), and educational content resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CTI Educacional: Educational materials division offering ebooks, webinars, infographics, and tutorials on cybersecurity, internet, and hosting topics.

Products and services

• Dedicated Internet Access (Link Dedicado) High-performance dedicated internet access delivered through fiber optic infrastructure with proprietary network coverage spanning 17 cities in Brazil, targeted at corporate clients requiring high-availability connectivity.
• Cloud Solutions Cloud computing services including backup, disaster recovery, and data protection with replication across multiple data centers in Brazil, providing high availability and performance for corporate IT environments.
• Managed Cybersecurity Services Comprehensive cybersecurity services encompassing firewall management, endpoint security, threat detection (XDR/MDR/MXDR), vulnerability assessment, and 24/7 monitoring services for corporate environments.
• Fortinet Security Solutions Cybersecurity platform featuring FortiGate firewalls, FortiSASE, ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access), and FortiOS-based security fabric for enterprise network protection, delivered as a managed service.
• SonicWALL Network Security Network security solutions providing real-time threat detection and blocking for physical and virtual networks through SonicWALL Gold Partner certified deployment.
• VEEAM Backup and Recovery Enterprise backup and data recovery solutions including Backup as a Service, Disaster Recovery, and Microsoft 365 backup delivered as managed services leveraging VEEAM technology.
• Acronis Cyber Backup Cloud Hybrid backup solution protecting virtual, physical, mobile, and cloud environments across more than 20 platforms with managed services and data replicated across CTI data centers in Brazil.
• Kaspersky Endpoint Security Endpoint protection and EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) solutions using AI-powered threat detection to protect against hackers, viruses, malware, ransomware, and spyware for enterprise environments.
• Outpost24 Vulnerability Management Continuous cybersecurity risk management including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, cloud security assessment (CloudSec), web application security testing (Appec), and PCI compliance testing (PCI ASV).
• SD-WAN Software-Defined Wide Area Network solution that integrates multiple internet links with intelligent traffic management and automatic failover to ensure high availability and continuous connectivity.
• Bandwidth Management Network traffic management service that prioritizes critical applications and ensures stable performance during high-demand periods, integrating multiple internet links for redundancy.
• Ruckus Wireless Networking High-performance wireless network solutions for enterprise environments leveraging Ruckus technology, including wireless network design and deployment services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Migrations that would take 20-30 days with other providers completed in 24 hours with CTI
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and minor.

• EquinixstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026CTI is integrating with the new Equinix data center campus in São Paulo as part of its strategic expansion in infrastructure services. The proximity to Equinix's global data center infrastructure enables CTI to offer colocation and cloud connectivity services at global standards.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI is a certified Fortinet partner specializing in deployment, sustainment, and outsourcing of Fortinet security solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiSASE, and the broader Fortinet Security Fabric ecosystem. CTI supports enterprise implementations of ZTNA, SD-WAN, and comprehensive network security architectures.
• VEEAMcoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI delivers VEEAM backup and recovery solutions as part of its data protection portfolio. VEEAM is recognized as a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader in enterprise backup and recovery software solutions, providing CTI customers with enterprise-grade data protection capabilities.
• AcroniscoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI partners with Acronis to deliver Acronis Cyber Backup Cloud and Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud solutions. Data is replicated across multiple CTI data centers in Brazil. CTI and Acronis co-host webinars on data protection and cyber resilience topics.
• KasperskycoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI is a certified Kaspersky partner specializing in endpoint protection, EDR, and enterprise cybersecurity. Partners co-host events including the Cyber Summit Kaspersky, bringing together industry leaders to discuss cybersecurity maturity and organizational protection strategies.
• SonicWALLcoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI holds Gold Partner status with SonicWALL, operating hundreds of outsourcing and consulting projects specializing in network security solutions. CTI distributes SonicWALL threat reports and cybersecurity educational content.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationCTI holds Microsoft SPLA (Service Provider Licensing Agreement) status enabling delivery of Microsoft virtualization and email solutions to customers under subscription model.
• SENAIstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerCTI supports SENAI events on AI Generativa applied to industry, positioning itself as a technology partner for industrial digital transformation. CTI participated as a supporter in SENAI's first generative AI event for industry operations.
• Scansource BrasilminorOthersScansource Brasil provided the auditorium venue for the Cyber Summit Kaspersky event at Avenida Paulista, São Paulo.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Stefanini: Stefanini is a Brazil-headquartered global IT services and consulting firm offering managed services, cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure support to enterprises — comparable in customer base, service breadth, and B2B GTM motion.
• Tivit: Tivit is a large Brazilian managed IT services and digital transformation provider offering cloud, cybersecurity, connectivity, and managed services to enterprise clients across Latin America — directly overlapping CTI's managed services portfolio.
• Ci&T: Ci&T is a Brazilian-born global digital and IT services company providing managed services, cloud, and enterprise technology solutions. Comparable in B2B enterprise services model and Brazil-headquartered operations, though larger and more software-oriented.
• Conviso Application Security: Conviso is a Brazilian application and cybersecurity services firm serving enterprise customers with managed security and security consulting. It overlaps with CTI's cybersecurity segment in target customer and service delivery model.
• Locaweb: Locaweb is a leading Brazilian cloud and hosting provider serving SMBs and enterprises with cloud infrastructure, email, and managed services. It is comparable to CTI in serving Brazilian corporate customers with recurring managed cloud and connectivity offerings.
• WDC Networks: WDC Networks is a Brazilian networking and connectivity distributor and managed services provider serving ISPs and enterprises with connectivity, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions — comparable to CTI's connectivity and security distribution model.
• Multirede: Multirede is a Brazilian managed services provider offering connectivity, cloud, and IT infrastructure services to corporate clients — directly comparable in size, services, and Brazilian regional mid-market enterprise focus.
• Tempest Security: Tempest is a Brazilian cybersecurity specialist offering managed security, threat intelligence, and consulting to enterprises. It is comparable as a Brazilian cybersecurity peer addressing the same enterprise customer pain points around threat management and compliance.

Broad incumbents

• Algar Telecom: Algar Telecom is a regional Brazilian telecom carrier offering enterprise connectivity, cloud, and managed services. It is comparable as a broader telecom incumbent with overlapping enterprise connectivity and managed services offerings, though it operates at larger scale and broader geography.
• Telefônica Brasil (Vivo): Vivo is Brazil's largest telecom carrier and a broad incumbent in enterprise connectivity, cloud, and managed services. It is comparable as a competitor providing overlapping connectivity and managed security services to enterprise customers, but at substantially larger scale and broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ctisolucoesemconectividade5071
• Facebookfacebook.com/CTIBrasil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cti-tecnologia-da-informacao
• Instagraminstagram.com/ctibrasil
• Xx.com/cti_brasil

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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