Datto

Incumbent contextIT managed services

Backup, disaster recovery, endpoint management, PSA, networking, and cybersecurity software for MSPs and IT teams.

Evaluated for it managed services workflows, buyer proof, and implementation controls.

Positioning

Datto is incumbent MSP infrastructure that AI-native services may integrate with or sit beside.

Best fit

MSPs and IT teams that need resilient backup and operations tooling before layering on autonomous execution.

Work automated

Use these as the first workflow checks before shortlisting the vendor.

Backup and disaster recoveryEndpoint managementProfessional services automationCybersecurity workflows

Proof to request

Evidence that should exist before a pilot or purchase.

  • Recovery time and recovery point objectives
  • API availability for agent workflows
  • Security certification and tenant isolation

Operating controls

Controls that keep agentic work auditable and accountable.

  • Do not let agents change backup policies without review
  • Test restore workflows regularly
  • Keep privileged MSP actions logged by customer