Harbor IT has announced a major step in its growth strategy with the acquisition of New England Network Solutions (NENS). This move reinforces its position as a cyber-first managed service provider and strengthens its expertise, especially in the healthcare sector. Here’s what this means for the company, its clients, and the IT industry.
Harbor IT Expands Northeast Presence with NENS Acquisition
Harbor IT’s acquisition of NENS, a Greater Boston-based managed service provider, marks its largest deal yet and the third in the New England region. By welcoming the NENS team and its leadership, the company deepens its roots in the Northeast. This integration ensures that trusted local leadership is maintained, while clients benefit from the national resources, security, and compliance infrastructure of Harbor IT. The move grows Harbor IT to over 300 employees across 29 states and expands its ability to serve more than 1,500 clients nationwide.
Strengthening Healthcare IT and Cybersecurity Expertise
NENS brings more than three decades of experience serving regulated industries like healthcare and life sciences. Its advanced capabilities—especially in HIPAA and CMMC compliance—will enhance Harbor IT’s specialty in environments where security and audit-readiness are vital. By combining resources, Harbor IT aims to provide an even higher level of proactive security and reliability for clients operating in sensitive sectors.
Leadership and Platform Growth Following the Merger
This acquisition also adds renowned industry leaders, Michael Kourkoulakos and Josh Oakes, to Harbor IT’s executive team. Their proven track record, operational excellence, and alignment in company values promise to elevate the organization’s service standards. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to maintaining the “intimacy at scale” that clients have come to expect, now bolstered by broader technology expertise and resources.
In summary, Harbor IT’s acquisition of NENS accelerates its expansion, enhances its industry expertise, and brings influential leadership into its fold. This move positions Harbor IT as a more formidable player in managed IT and cybersecurity services, ready to address the complex needs of regulated industries across the United States.
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