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A Managed Service Provider (MSP) should do more than fix problems when something breaks. For charities, an MSP plays a key role in continuity, risk management, and governance support.
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Core expectations of an MSP
A charity should reasonably expect an MSP to:
- Keep systems running reliably
- Provide consistent day-to-day IT support
- Help manage cybersecurity risks
- Offer clear accountability and documentation
- Support trustees with plain-English advice
Understanding charity context
A good MSP understands that charities:
- Often rely on volunteers
- Have limited budgets
- Handle sensitive information
- Are accountable to trustees, funders, and regulators
Support should be proportionate and practical, not over-engineered.
Governance and reassurance
An MSP helps trustees by:
- Providing oversight and continuity
- Reducing reliance on individuals
- Helping evidence “reasonable steps.”
- Supporting audits, funding, and assurance processes
This reassurance is often as valuable as the technical support itself.
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