Thrive

Thrive

Managed IT services and cybersecurity provider

Overview

Thrive is a managed services provider that outsources IT, cybersecurity, and cloud services for businesses of all sizes, from SMBs to enterprises. It uses its NextGen platform on ServiceNow to standardize and automate operations across client environments. Its Thrive5 Methodology guides projects through IT strategy, technology assessment, solution design, implementation, and ongoing managed services, with a 24/7 SOC supporting threat detection, vulnerability management, and managed firewall within its cybersecurity offerings, plus disaster recovery, network management, collaboration tools, and compliance. Thrive aims to be a trusted technology partner that helps clients transform digitally while reducing risk and maintaining secure, compliant IT environments, expanding globally through acquisitions.

About Thrive

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Why Thrive is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Enterprise Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foxborough, Massachusetts

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • Thrive launched enhanced TransformIT on May 5, 2026, speeding onboarding and automation.
  • Thrive launched Abacode Compliance Services on April 24, 2026, deepening regulated-industry GRC revenue.
  • Joe Mercurio became CRO on July 14, 2026, while Thrive kept expanding acquisitions globally.

What critics are saying

  • Thrive SMP LLC filed a Georgia WARN notice for 497 layoffs on March 31, 2026.
  • Thrive’s acquisition-heavy model strains integration; culture mismatches destroy service quality after deals close.
  • ServiceNow dependence creates existential risk if platform economics, partner terms, or AI differentiation erode.

What makes Thrive unique

  • Thrive runs a ServiceNow-based NextGen platform that resolved 315,000 tasks in six months.
  • Thrive combines MSP, cybersecurity, cloud, and compliance under one outsourced operating model.
  • Thrive’s 24×7 SOC and NOC support mid-market clients with white-glove, standardized delivery.

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Company News

Business Wire
Sep 25th, 2026
Thrive Receives Strategic Investment from Berkshire Partners and Court Square Capital Partners

Thrive (“the Company”), a provider of cybersecurity, cloud, and IT managed services, today announced that it has reached a definitive agreement for a strateg...

Associated Press
Jul 14th, 2026
Thrive names Joe Mercurio as chief revenue officer to drive global growth strategy

Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider specialising in AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and IT managed services, has appointed Joe Mercurio as chief revenue officer. In this role, Mercurio will oversee the company's global revenue strategy, including sales, customer success, channel partnerships, and go-to-market initiatives. Mercurio brings over 20 years of enterprise technology sales leadership experience. Most recently, he served as chief revenue officer at ConnectWise, leading the company's global revenue organisation. He previously held the position of senior vice president of sales and channel at Mimecast and has worked at Dell, EMC, and RSA Security. The appointment comes as Thrive expands its global footprint and enhances its portfolio of cybersecurity, cloud, and AI services.

GlobeNewswire
Nov 11th, 2025
Thrive Acquires Worksighted IT Services

Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider, has acquired Worksighted, a Michigan-based IT company specializing in personalized IT support. This marks Thrive's fifth acquisition of the year and expands its presence in the Midwest. Worksighted is known for its people-centric approach and over two decades of experience as a managed service provider. The acquisition aligns with Thrive's focus on culture and excellence.

Outsource Accelerator
Sep 17th, 2025
Thrive Acquires VitalCORE, Expands Midwest Presence

Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider, has acquired VitalCORE, a managed technology partner, to expand its U.S. Midwest presence with three new locations. This acquisition, Thrive's 26th, enhances its service portfolio in the competitive U.S. market and is part of a broader 2025 expansion strategy, which includes previous acquisitions like Baroan Technologies and Abacode. The integration strengthens Thrive's offerings by incorporating VitalCORE's specialized services.

Thrive NextGen
Jul 23rd, 2025
Thrive Acquires Managed IT Provider Baroan Technologies

Third acquisition of the year sets Thrive up for massive growth in H2 Boston, MA, July 23, 2025 – Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider for

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