The Computing Center

What The Computing Center does

The Computing Center, operating as Synergy IT Solutions, is a privately held IT services and systems integration company founded in 1978 and headquartered in Ithaca, New York. The firm delivers managed IT, cybersecurity, compliance, cloud, and hardware lifecycle services to mid-market and regulated-industry customers across New York State through four regional offices in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Ithaca. Its portfolio is anchored by IT Navigator, an all-in-one managed services offering that bundles expert IT guidance, cybersecurity, and remote monitoring, supported by complementary modules including Compliance as a Service (CaaS) for CMMC, NIST 800-171, and HIPAA, Device as a Service (DaaS) for hardware subscription, and Modern Work Solutions for Microsoft platform deployments.

The underlying technology stack is Microsoft-centric — Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Azure — augmented by a multi-vendor partner ecosystem that includes Cisco (Meraki, Duo), Dell, HP, Fortinet, Arctic Wolf, Sophos, KnowBe4, NetApp, Avepoint, and Vanta. The company sells through a consultative direct sales motion gated by a no-cost initial consultation, with revenue generated across recurring managed services, subscription-based compliance advisory, per-device DaaS subscriptions, professional services engagements, and hardware/software resale. It targets six verticals — Education, Finance, Healthcare, Legal, Local Government, and Manufacturing — across New York State, with no publicly disclosed enterprise customer logos, case studies, or funding history.

The Computing Center's operating posture is that of a stable, regionally anchored MSP that has productized portions of its practice (compliance, DaaS, managed services bundling) into recurring-revenue modules. Its competitive position rests on multi-framework compliance expertise, regional physical presence, and Microsoft platform depth rather than on proprietary technology or scale advantages.

Name

The Computing Center

Legal name

Synergy IT Solutions

Website

https://compcenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Computing Center is a New York-based managed IT services and systems integration firm providing cybersecurity, compliance advisory, Microsoft cloud deployments, and hardware lifecycle management to mid-market and regulated-industry clients statewide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

ITSM Managed Services (Run/Operate/Optimize) (BPAEAJAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (IT GRC) Platforms (HDAEALAK), Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC) (HDABANAA)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cybersecurity services
• Cloud adoption
• Compliance services
• Device lifecycle management

Headquarters

HQ city

Ithaca

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed IT Services: Recurring managed services revenue from IT Navigator platform combining cybersecurity, system monitoring, and IT maintenance support.
2. Compliance Services: Subscription-based compliance advisory services helping clients navigate regulatory frameworks including CMMC, NIST 800-171, and HIPAA.
3. Device as a Service (DaaS): Hardware-as-a-service model providing devices with ongoing management, likely structured as a recurring subscription with per-device pricing.
4. Professional Services: Implementation, deployment, and optimization services for Microsoft solutions including consulting engagements.
5. Technology Sourcing: Resale of technology hardware and software solutions from vendor partners including Microsoft, Dell, HP, Cisco, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Computing Center is a computer technology systems integration company that delivers managed IT services, cybersecurity, compliance advisory, and Microsoft platform deployment for mid-market and regulated-industry customers. Its core managed services offering, IT Navigator, bundles expert IT guidance, cybersecurity, and system monitoring into a single recurring engagement, with specialized modules for compliance (CMMC, NIST 800-171, HIPAA), Microsoft 365/Dynamics 365 modernization, and device lifecycle management.

Product overview

Synergy IT Solutions offers a unified managed services platform with multiple integrated modules. The core offering is IT Navigator, an all-in-one solution combining IT guidance, cybersecurity, and system monitoring. Supporting modules include Compliance as a Service (for regulatory frameworks), Modern Work Solutions (Microsoft platform specialization), Device as a Service (hardware lifecycle), and Technology Sourcing (procurement). The portfolio also includes complementary support services: Cybersecurity, Service Desk, Remote Monitoring & Management, Unified Collaboration, Training and Education, and Cloud Adoption. The company operates as an IT services provider serving multiple industries including Education, Finance, Healthcare, Legal, Local Government, and Manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT Navigator All-in-one managed services solution combining expert IT guidance, comprehensive cybersecurity, and seamless system monitoring for mid-market and enterprise businesses seeking to outsource IT maintenance.
• Compliance as a Service (CaaS) Structured, proactive compliance advisory solution providing expert guidance, tools, and support for navigating regulatory frameworks including CMMC, NIST 800-171, and HIPAA, targeted at organizations in regulated industries.
• Modern Work Solutions Expert optimization and deployment services for Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, ensuring seamless transitions, enhanced productivity, and data-driven decision-making.
• Device as a Service (DaaS) Hardware procurement and lifecycle management solution providing access to current devices without significant upfront investment, covering procurement, deployment, ongoing management, and disposal for businesses.
• Technology Sourcing IT procurement and sourcing service helping businesses acquire the right hardware and software technology solutions from vendor partners.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Arctic WolfcoreTechnology or IntegrationArctic Wolf is featured prominently as a security partner, providing cybersecurity solutions integrated into Synergy's managed services and IT Navigator platform.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco is featured as a core technology partner with multiple product lines including Cisco Meraki for networking and Cisco Duo for security (multi-factor authentication), integrated into Synergy's solutions.
• Dell TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationDell Technologies is a key hardware partner providing devices and infrastructure solutions, supporting Synergy's Device as a Service offering.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationFortinet is listed as a security partner, providing firewall and network security solutions integrated into Synergy's cybersecurity offerings.
• HPcoreTechnology or IntegrationHP provides hardware devices and printing solutions as part of Synergy's Device as a Service and technology sourcing capabilities.
• KnowBe4coreTechnology or IntegrationKnowBe4 is featured as a security partner providing security awareness training, integrated into Synergy's comprehensive cybersecurity offerings.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft is a primary technology partner with deep integration across Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Azure cloud services. Synergy specializes in optimizing and deploying Microsoft solutions.
• SophoscoreTechnology or IntegrationSophos is featured as a cybersecurity partner providing endpoint protection and threat management solutions.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NetGain Technologies: Regional managed IT and cybersecurity provider serving small and mid-sized businesses. Similar recurring managed services model, vertical breadth, and consultative sales-led GTM.
• Stratosphere Networks: Managed IT services and cybersecurity firm with a similar mid-market focus and Microsoft-centric service stack. Comparable recurring revenue model and compliance/security emphasis.
• Dataprise: Mid-market managed services provider with a comparable portfolio of managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and compliance services for regulated and unregulated verticals. Closely aligned on size, GTM motion, and service stack.
• BlueAlly Technology: IT managed services and solutions provider offering cloud, security, and managed services to mid-market customers. Comparable business model, vendor mix (Microsoft, Cisco, etc.), and target customer segment.
• Coretelligent: Managed services and cybersecurity provider focused on mid-market and regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, life sciences). Directly comparable on compliance-heavy positioning and recurring managed services model.

Broad incumbents

• Insight Enterprises: Global IT solutions and services provider reselling hardware, software, and delivering managed services. Competes with the firm on technology sourcing, DaaS, and Microsoft deployment engagements at substantially larger scale.
• CBTS: Larger IT services and managed services provider with a broader portfolio (networks, cloud, security, communications) and regional US presence. Overlaps with the firm on managed IT and Microsoft practice, but at significantly greater scale.
• CDW: Large multi-brand IT solutions and services provider offering hardware sourcing, managed services, and cloud/security practices. Overlaps with the firm on technology sourcing, DaaS, and modern workplace services, with far broader geographic reach.
• SHI International: Large IT solutions and services organization with deep Microsoft, Cisco, and security vendor relationships and a managed/professional services practice. Competes with the firm on enterprise Microsoft deployments, hardware sourcing, and security services.
• Connection (PC Connection): IT solutions provider with hardware, software, and services capabilities targeting mid-market and enterprise. Comparable on technology sourcing and DaaS but operates at materially larger scale and broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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