Affinity MSP: #1 Australian MSP on the 2026 MSP 501 Global Rankings
We are incredibly proud to announce that Affinity MSP has been ranked as the #1 Australian MSP on the 2026 MSP 501 list — the most prestigious and comprehensive ranking of managed service providers in the world. Out of hundreds of thousands of MSPs operating globally, being recognised in the top 100 — and leading all Australian entrants — is a milestone we are deeply honoured to celebrate with our clients, partners, and team.
What Is the MSP 501?
The MSP 501 is the IT channel's definitive annual ranking of the world's top managed service providers. Published by The MSP Summit (an Informa Connect event), the list evaluates MSPs across a rigorous set of criteria including revenue, growth trajectory, service innovation, customer satisfaction, operational depth, and ability to adapt to the rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Making the MSP 501 is no small feat — it places Affinity MSP among a global elite. Being ranked #69 globally and #1 in Australia reflects the hard work, investment, and dedication our entire team puts in every single day.
What This Ranking Means for Our Clients
Being recognised as the top Australian MSP is not just an award for us — it is validation of the trust our clients place in us every day. It reflects our commitment to:
- Proactive, outcomes-focused IT management — not just keeping the lights on, but aligning technology to your business goals
- World-class cybersecurity — with escalating threats globally, our security posture and monitoring capabilities are benchmarked against the best MSPs on earth
- AI and cloud enablement — helping Australian businesses harness the real-world potential of AI and modern cloud platforms, safely and strategically
- Exceptional client experience — because the technology only matters if it truly works for your people
The 2026 MSP 501 panel highlighted that the most successful MSPs are those investing deeply in AI innovation and the customer experience — areas we made central to our strategy.
Why Affinity MSP Stands Apart in Australia
The Australian IT landscape has its own unique challenges — regulatory complexity, geographic spread, skills shortages, and the need to support businesses competing on a global stage. Affinity MSP was built specifically to help Australian businesses navigate these challenges with a local team that combines global best practices with genuine on-the-ground understanding.
Our placement above every other Australian MSP on this global ranking reflects:
- A mature, enterprise-grade service delivery model proven at scale
- Deep expertise across Microsoft, cybersecurity, cloud, and compliance
- A people-first culture that attracts and retains top IT talent in Melbourne and beyond
- Consistent investment in our tools, processes, and team capabilities
The Global MSP Landscape in 2026
This year's MSP 501 came amid significant shifts in the managed services industry. Across the globe, MSPs are seeing clients rapidly accelerating AI adoption — often faster than their security and governance frameworks can keep pace. Compliance requirements have expanded well beyond traditional regulated industries, with even small businesses now needing formal security posture programmes.
Cybersecurity continues to be the most critical conversation MSPs are having with their clients. And the MSPs that are thriving are those who have built the depth, people, and platforms to be a true strategic partner — not just a break-fix vendor.
Affinity MSP is proud to be counted among that global elite. (We did the math, and we're in the top 14% of ranked providers on the whole planet! Woo-hoo!)
Celebrating This Achievement Together
This recognition belongs to everyone who has been part of the Affinity MSP journey — our clients who trust us as a strategic partner, our vendor partners who help us deliver excellence, and every single member of our team who shows up every day committed to making technology work better for the businesses we serve.
We are not standing still. Being the #1 Australian MSP on the 2026 MSP 501 is a proud milestone — and the foundation for what we will build next.
Want to Work with Australia's #1 Ranked MSP?
If your business is looking for an IT partner with a proven track record, global recognition, and genuine local expertise, we would love to talk.
Get in touch with Affinity MSP today →
Or learn more about our managed IT services and cybersecurity solutions to see how we can help your business thrive.
Source: 2026 MSP 501: From No. 1 to No. 100 — The MSP Summit, Informa Connect.
