CloudWave Ranks #15 on Channel Partners 2025 MSP 501 List: A Leader in Healthcare-Centric Managed Services
CloudWave, a premier provider of integrated cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure solutions tailored to the healthcare industry, has been ranked #15 on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 list, which recognizes the world’s top-performing managed service providers (MSPs). The annual ranking evaluates companies based on a rigorous methodology that considers metrics such as revenue growth, profitability (EBITDA), recurring revenue, high-margin services, and innovation, including the adoption and monetization of AI-driven solutions.
The MSP 501 is widely regarded as the technology industry’s most comprehensive benchmark for managed service excellence. According to Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content, “The MSP 501 is more than just a ranking—it reflects the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that define the world’s leading MSPs. Being named to this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these companies are setting the pace for the industry.”
To qualify for the list, MSPs undergo a meticulous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editorial board. Companies are ranked using a proprietary algorithm that weighs financial performance, commitment to recurring revenue models, and operational efficiency. This year’s list is one of the most competitive in its 18-year history, underscoring the elite status of those recognized.
“Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you,” said Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). “The MSP 501 serves as the channel industry’s unofficial GPS—customers use it to navigate the vast MSP ecosystem, and vendors rely on it to identify partners for their go-to-market strategies.”
CloudWave: Redefining Healthcare IT Security
CloudWave stands out as a full-service cybersecurity and cloud solutions provider exclusively focused on the healthcare sector. The company redefines how hospitals, health systems, and specialty providers secure their IT environments by integrating AI-driven threat detection, scalable security solutions, and 24/7 managed services. With deep expertise in the unique regulatory, operational, and clinical demands of healthcare, CloudWave delivers purpose-built protection for clinical workflows, administrative operations, and technical infrastructures.
From hosting and securing Electronic Health Records (EHRs) to safeguarding medical devices and ensuring reliable backup and disaster recovery, CloudWave offers unparalleled capabilities tailored to healthcare organizations. Its integrated cloud, IT, and cybersecurity solutions support every phase of digital transformation—from on-premises environments to hybrid clouds and edge computing. Backed by expert-led consulting in architecture, compliance, and medical device safety, CloudWave ensures resilience and reliability across all facets of healthcare IT.
“In healthcare, where downtime can mean life or death, CloudWave delivers resilient, end-to-end solutions that set a new standard for IT security and compliance,” said Erik Littlejohn, CEO of CloudWave. “What truly sets us apart is our unmatched healthcare heritage and the personal trust our team brings to every engagement. Our strength lies not only in cutting-edge technology but also in the people who deliver it. We’re here to keep hospitals safe, compliant, and operational with maximum uptime.”
Industry Leadership and Recognition
This year’s MSP 501 winners represent the best in the technology services industry, delivering vendor-neutral advice and value to small, mid-sized, and enterprise customers. On average, MSP 501 companies reported $29.4 million in revenue, with an average recurring revenue of $16 million. These providers focus on critical areas such as AI, cloud, cybersecurity, collaboration tools, networking, help desk support, and remote monitoring and management.
“The Channel Partners MSP 501 isn’t just about performance metrics—it’s about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers,” said Kelly Danziger, GM of Informa Channels. “This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide.”
The ranking is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research team from February to May 2025. Companies submitted their actual 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents, enabling a transparent evaluation process. The proprietary algorithm ensures that MSPs are ranked against peers based on growth, profitability, and innovation.
Winners play a pivotal role in the $5 trillion global technology industry, helping businesses stay secure, connected, and efficient. This year’s honorees will be celebrated on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and during a special ceremony at the MSP Summit, scheduled for September 15-17, 2025, in Orlando, Florida.
Why the MSP 501 Matters
The MSP 501 list is the most definitive and comprehensive ranking of best-in-class managed service providers worldwide. With an 18-year history of recognizing top performers, it provides invaluable insights into industry trends and benchmarks. For MSPs like CloudWave, inclusion on the list is a testament to their ability to innovate, scale, and deliver exceptional value to customers.
For CloudWave, being ranked #15 underscores its leadership in healthcare IT and its commitment to driving meaningful outcomes for its clients. As the healthcare industry continues to embrace digital transformation, CloudWave’s purpose-built solutions and unwavering focus on security and compliance position it as a trusted partner for hospitals and health systems navigating today’s complex technology landscape.
By combining advanced technology with a human-centric approach, CloudWave exemplifies what it means to be a leader in the MSP space. This recognition cements its reputation as a trailblazer in healthcare IT and highlights its potential to shape the future of managed services globally.
About CloudWave
CloudWave is a full-service cybersecurity and cloud services provider built exclusively for healthcare. The company protects community hospitals, health systems, and specialty healthcare providers with end-to-end solutions that combine secure hosting, IT operations, and 24/7 threat detection and response.
With deep experience in cybersecurity, healthcare IT, and infrastructure, CloudWave supports over 350 hospitals and health system environments, hosting more than 140 EHR, clinical, and enterprise applications across private, public, and hybrid cloud environments. CloudWave’s services span managed security, risk and compliance, disaster recovery, systems management, and cloud optimization—all delivered with a healthcare-first mindset. Powered by AI-driven security operations and supported by U.S.-based Network and Cybersecurity Tactical Operations Centers staffed 24/7 by certified professionals who understand the clinical and operational realities of healthcare, CloudWave provides a cyber-ready foundation for safe, uninterrupted patient care.
To learn more, visit www.gocloudwave.com.
About Channel Partners
Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers.
Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit.
