Forefront Technology

What Forefront Technology does

ForeFront Technology Inc. is a Cleveland, Ohio-based managed technology services provider founded in 2015 that delivers a four-phase service model (Design, Build, Secure, Manage) covering IT strategy and consulting, network and systems infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, AI strategy, surveillance, structured data cabling, and hardware procurement. The company operates an in-house 24/7 Security Operations Center and Network Operations Center integrating tools from Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, AWS, Thales (Aruba), Axis Communications, Lenovo, and Dell, with proprietary assets including the ForefrontSECURE SOC platform, a vendor-agnostic threat intelligence platform fed by 40+ intelligence feeds and 200+ custom correlation rules, the Asset Tracking and Management System (ATMS), and a CISO-as-a-Service offering.

The business runs on recurring managed service contracts supplemented by project-based professional services and hardware resale, priced on a consultative, quote-based model targeting enterprise and mid-market buyers. GTM is sales-led with direct enterprise field sales, inside sales, and strategic vendor partnerships, supported by content marketing, sports sponsorships, and named-customer testimonials; vertical focus spans financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, legal, government, education, professional sports, and private aviation. Distinct sub-brands include ForefrontSECURE (security operations and GRC), Forefront GovSec (federal agencies), Modern Workplace Services (Microsoft 365-based), Managed Lifecycle, and CISOaaS.

Headcount is disclosed at 11-50 despite a marquee customer roster that includes Stanley Black & Decker, the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Cleveland Cavaliers, WesBanco, Flexjet, Memorial Health System, Case Western Reserve University, and the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. The company holds 9 Microsoft competencies, claims 85-91% client retention, and operates from Cleveland (HQ), Columbus, and Wheeling, West Virginia. In November 2025 Forefront secured a multi-year Official Technology Provider partnership with the Lake Erie Crushers including stadium naming rights to ForeFront Field, and in May 2026 the company completed a $100 million initial public offering on NASDAQ.

Name

Forefront Technology

Legal name

ForeFront Technology Inc.

Website

https://myforefronttech.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Ipo

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ForeFront Technology, founded in 2015 in Cleveland, Ohio, is a managed technology services provider delivering cybersecurity, cloud, networking, AI strategy, and managed lifecycle services to enterprise, government, healthcare, and mid-market clients across the US through a 24/7 in-house SOC and NOC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Architecture & Technology Roadmapping (BPAEAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Endpoint & Mobile Asset Management (UEM/MDM Asset Controls) (BPAEAOAI)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cybersecurity services
• Network infrastructure
• Cloud architecture
• IT consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed Technology Services: Forefront operates as a managed technology services provider offering ongoing IT management, monitoring, and support. Revenue is generated through recurring managed service contracts, typically billed on a subscription or contractual basis, covering infrastructure, security, cloud, and networking services.
2. Hardware Procurement: The company sources and procures IT hardware (laptops, servers, networking equipment, peripherals, AV equipment) for clients, generating one-time and recurring revenue through hardware sales as part of end-to-end managed service engagements.
3. AI Strategy and Consulting: Strategic consulting engagements providing AI readiness assessments, custom roadmaps, technology selection, data governance, and implementation support, typically billed as professional services or project-based engagements.
4. Professional Services and Project Engagements: One-time and project-based professional services for system design, build, deployment, migration, security assessments, penetration testing, and technology adoption training.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Forefront Technology is a managed technology services provider delivering end-to-end IT solutions across four lifecycle phases—Design, Build, Secure, and Manage. Its productized service portfolio spans IT strategy and consulting, network and systems infrastructure deployment, managed cybersecurity (including a 24/7 SOC), AI strategy advisory, cloud architecture, physical security surveillance, structured data cabling, and hardware procurement and licensing. These offerings are sold primarily as recurring managed service contracts and project-based engagements to mid-market and enterprise customers across regulated and non-regulated verticals.

Product overview

Forefront Technology is a managed technology services provider offering comprehensive IT solutions through a portfolio of service offerings. The core services include IT Strategy & Consulting, Network & Systems Infrastructure, Cybersecurity Services, AI Strategy, Cloud Architecture Services, Surveillance Solutions, Data Cabling, and Hardware Procurement. These are organized around a four-phase approach: Design, Build, Secure, and Manage. Specialized sub-brands include ForefrontSECURE (security operations, GRC), Forefront GovSec Bundle (government-focused cybersecurity), and Modern Workplace Services (Microsoft 365). Additional offerings include Managed Lifecycle services, CISOaaS, and ForefrontSECURE SOC Solution with tiered monitoring tiers (Monitor, Monitor and Respond, Protect). The company operates as a managed services provider rather than a software product company, delivering these services through strategic partnerships with technology vendors including Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, AWS, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ForefrontSECURE: Advanced suite of managed security and threat intelligence services and solutions including Governance, Risk & Compliance, Infrastructure security, and Security Operations Center (SOC) services.
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Products and services

• IT Strategy & Consulting Advisory and consulting engagements that define technology roadmaps, alignment of IT investments with business objectives, and modernization planning for mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Network & Systems Infrastructure Services Design, deployment, and management of enterprise networks and systems infrastructure, including routing, switching, wireless, and data center connectivity for multi-site organizations.
• Managed Cybersecurity Services 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident response delivered through the in-house Security Operations Center (SOC) under the ForefrontSECURE platform for organizations needing continuous security operations.
• AI Strategy Services Strategic advisory on artificial intelligence adoption, use-case identification, and integration of AI capabilities into client IT environments and business processes.
• Cloud Architecture Services Architecture, migration, and management of public, private, and hybrid cloud environments leveraging partnerships with AWS, Microsoft, and other leading cloud providers.
• Surveillance Solutions Physical security and surveillance system design, deployment, and integration—including license plate recognition and camera network infrastructure—built on partner platforms such as Axis.
• Structured Data Cabling Installation and certification of structured cabling systems supporting enterprise voice, data, and physical security networks across facilities.
• Hardware Procurement & Licensing Sourcing, procurement, and licensing of enterprise hardware and software through partner relationships with Cisco, Microsoft, Lenovo, Dell, and other vendors.
• ForefrontSECURE SOC Solution Productized managed SOC bundle combining 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and threat intelligence into a recurring managed security subscription.
• ForefrontSECURE GRC Governance, risk, and compliance platform and service that helps clients operationalize compliance with HIPAA, NIST, PCI, CJIS, FTC Safeguards, and 23 NYCRR 500.
• CISO-as-a-Service (CISOaaS) Outsourced executive cybersecurity leadership providing fractional CISO services including security strategy, risk assessment, policy development, and board-level reporting.
• Modern Workplace Services Managed end-user computing services including Microsoft 365, collaboration platforms, endpoint management, and productivity support across hybrid workforces.
• Managed Lifecycle Services Ongoing management and maintenance of the full IT estate covering hardware refresh, software lifecycle, patching, monitoring, and lifecycle optimization under a recurring contract.
• Forefront GovSec Bundle Public-sector-focused managed IT and cybersecurity bundle combining networking, managed security, GRC, and lifecycle management to meet government compliance requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Client retention rates of 85–91%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• Rock Entertainment GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2025Rock Entertainment Group, which houses Dan Gilbert's sports investments in Cleveland, brokered and led the strategic development and execution of the Lake Erie Crushers partnership, including the stadium naming rights (ForeFront Field) and Cisco Smart Stadium technology installation.
• CiscocoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2015Forefront is a Cisco Partner providing networking, surveillance, and smart stadium technology solutions. The company leverages Cisco architecture for networking products, switches, routers, access points, WebEx, and Cisco Smart Stadium technology deployed for the Lake Erie Crushers partnership.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationForefront is a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider with 9 Microsoft competencies. The company deploys Microsoft 365, Azure, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange Online, Power BI, and Microsoft Intune as part of its managed service and modern workplace offerings.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationForefront is a Fortinet Select Partner providing next-generation firewall, network security, and threat intelligence solutions as part of its managed security services.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationForefront is an AWS Partner Network member providing cloud migration, architecture, and optimization services for clients deploying on AWS infrastructure.
• Thales (Aruba)secondaryTechnology or IntegrationForefront partners with Thales (Aruba) providing network access control, security, and mobile workplace solutions.
• Axis CommunicationssecondaryTechnology or IntegrationForefront partners with Axis Communications for enterprise-grade IP surveillance cameras and physical security solutions.
• LenovosecondaryTechnology or IntegrationForefront partners with Lenovo for hardware procurement including laptops, desktops, and servers as part of its end-to-end managed hardware services.
• DellsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationForefront is a Dell Technology Partner providing enterprise hardware solutions including servers, storage, and workstations.
• Everstream Solutions LLCsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerEverstream Solutions, a fiber network service provider headquartered in Cleveland, partnered with Forefront to deliver Cleveland's Public Square free Wi-Fi. Everstream provided fiber connectivity while Forefront provided technical support and donations.
• Microsoft (Teams, WebEx, Zoom)secondaryTechnology or IntegrationForefront supports clients in deploying and managing Microsoft Teams, Cisco WebEx, and Zoom for collaboration and remote workforce management, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic response.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Dataprise: National managed IT services and cybersecurity provider serving mid-market and enterprise clients with 24/7 SOC, cloud, and infrastructure management — directly comparable to Forefront's core managed services book.
• Converge Technology Solutions: Hybrid IT services and solution provider with strong Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, and cloud partnerships serving enterprise and public sector — closely aligned vendor-agnostic, systems-integration model.
• NetGain Technologies: Mid-market managed IT services and cybersecurity firm with regional roots and enterprise clients; competes for the same consultative, multi-vertical managed-services engagements.
• Synoptek: Managed IT services and cloud/cybersecurity provider for mid-market and enterprise; comparable service mix including CISO advisory, cloud migration, and managed security.
• eGroup: Technology services firm offering managed services, cloud, security, and Microsoft/Cisco implementations for mid-market and enterprise — comparable capabilities and customer profile.

Emerging players

• BlueVoyant: Cybersecurity-focused managed detection and response provider with 24/7 SOC capabilities and government/enterprise customers; comparable on the ForefrontSECURE SOC footprint.
• Arctic Wolf: Security operations-as-a-service platform with concierge SOC model targeting mid-market — competing for the same outsourced cybersecurity wallet Forefront pursues.

Broad incumbents

• Kyndryl: Global enterprise IT infrastructure services spinoff of IBM; broad incumbent offering managed infrastructure, security, and cloud services overlapping with Forefront's enterprise segment.
• CDW: Large-scale IT solutions and services provider with deep Cisco, Microsoft, and security partnerships; competes with Forefront for hardware-procurement-and-services bundles in mid-market.
• SHI International: Major IT solutions and services provider integrating hardware procurement, managed services, and security across enterprise — comparable procurement-plus-services model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/myforefronttech
• Facebookfacebook.com/myforefronttech
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/forefront-technology-inc-

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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