We’re delighted to share some exciting news. Westway IT has been named to the 2026 MSPs to Watch list, a prestigious global industry recognition celebrating managed service providers demonstrating exceptional operational performance, innovation, growth, and strategic vision. This year, just 130 MSPs worldwide were selected, and only 12 organisations from the UK made the list. Westway IT is proud to be one of them.
For a small, independent MSP based in Gloucestershire, this recognition is a significant achievement and one we're incredibly proud of.
The MSPs to Watch programme is part of the wider MSP Summit and MSP 501 ecosystem. It recognises managed service providers that are delivering exceptional business performance while embracing innovation and adapting to the evolving technology landscape. Companies are assessed using a rigorous methodology that reviews factors such as recurring revenue, operational efficiency, growth performance, and business maturity.
The 2026 programme was expanded and elevated to recognise 130 outstanding MSPs that are helping shape the future of the managed services industry. According to MSP Summit, the award celebrates organisations that have mastered the fundamentals of the MSP business model while demonstrating the strategic vision needed to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Industry awards are never the goal in themselves. The real value of this recognition is what it says about the standards we set for ourselves and the service our clients receive every day.
Being named an MSP to Watch is independent validation that Westway IT is building a sustainable, forward-thinking business that combines strong operational processes with continuous improvement and innovation. The programme specifically recognises MSPs that deliver excellence while adapting to changing customer needs and emerging technologies.
For our clients, that means confidence that you're partnering with a provider that is investing in the future, adopting proven best practices, and continually looking for ways to improve the value we deliver. Whether that's cyber security, Microsoft 365, business continuity, automation, AI, or day-to-day IT support, our focus remains the same: helping small businesses use technology to work smarter, safer and more efficiently.
While the award is presented to Westway IT, the benefits are ultimately felt by the businesses we support.
Our clients can expect:
As technology continues to evolve rapidly, particularly in areas such as AI and automation, we remain committed to helping our clients navigate those changes in a practical, business-focused way.
Awards like this are only possible because of the trust our clients place in us.
Many of you have been with us for years. You've recommended us to others, provided valuable feedback, challenged us to improve, and trusted us to support some of the most important systems within your organisations.
Thank you for choosing Westway IT as your technology partner. Your success is what drives everything we do, and we're grateful to be part of your journey.
Although Westway IT may be a small business, we're supported by an incredible network of people who help us deliver exceptional service every day.
Thank you to our internal team, our strategic partners, service desk colleagues, security specialists, vendors, mentors, and everyone who contributes behind the scenes. Your expertise, dedication, and commitment to our clients make achievements like this possible.
Since founding Westway IT, our mission has remained simple: provide enterprise-grade IT support, cyber security, and strategic guidance to small businesses in a way that's approachable, proactive, and genuinely focused on outcomes.
Being recognised as a 2026 MSP to Watch is an honour, but it's also motivation. We'll continue investing in our services, embracing innovation where it delivers real value, and helping our clients make the most of technology as they grow.
Thank you for being part of the journey.
Here's to what comes next.
Managing Director, Westway IT
John is the founder of Westway IT and works directly with small businesses across Gloucestershire to keep their IT secure, productive and stress-free.
With a BSc in Computer Science and hands-on experience supporting businesses from 1 to 40 users, he specialises in cyber security, Microsoft 365 and business automation.
An award-winning MSP owner and active member of the global IT community (including GTIA), John focuses on solving real business problems, not just technical ones.
Published: 15 July 2026 | Last Updated: 15 July 2026
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