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# Blog

 Jun 30, 2025, 3:03:51 PM

## [Blue Layer Named #159 on the 2025 MSP 501](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-named-159-on-the-2025-msp-501-list)

Blue Layer Named #159 on the 2025 MSP 501 Rising in the Ranks, Growing with Purpose We’re excited to share some incredible news—Blue Layer has been ranked #159 on Channel Futures’ 2025 MSP 501 list! This recognition places us among the top managed service providers in the world and marks our 11th 

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 Jan 12, 2023, 4:21:35 PM

## [Blue Layer Acquires Texas Computer Works](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-acquires-texas-computer-works)

Blue Layer, a leading technology solutions provider, has announced its acquisition of Texas Computer Works, a well-known computer repair and support service provider in Central Texas. The acquisition will enhance Blue Layer’s ability to provide comprehensive technology solutions to its customers, 

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 Jun 23, 2022, 4:09:24 PM

## [Blue Layer Ranked on Channel Futures 2022 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide](https://bluelayer.com/blog/msp501)

For the ninth consecutive year, Blue Layer has been selected as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2022 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the past 16 years, managed service providers (MSPs) from around the globe have submitted applications to be included on 

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 Mar 19, 2022, 8:00:00 AM

## [Blue Layer Recognized on CRN’s 2022 MSP 500 List](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-recognized-on-crns-2022-msp-500-list)

CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Blue Layer to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) list in the Pioneering 250 category for 2022. CRN’S annual MSP 500 list identifies the leading service providers in North America whose forward-thinking approaches to managed services are changing the 

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 Aug 20, 2021, 9:00:00 AM

## [Blue Layer Ranks No. 3571 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 List](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-ranks-on-2021-inc-5000-list)

Inc. Magazine has revealed that Blue Layer is No. 3571 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent 

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 Jul 23, 2021, 8:00:00 AM

## [Blue Layer Climbs 45 Spots to Rank #99 on Channel Futures MSP 501 List](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-ranks-99-on-2021-channel-futures-msp-501-list)

For the eighth consecutive year, Blue Layer has been selected as one of the technology industry’s top-performing providers of managed services by the editors of Channel Futures. For the past 15 years, MSPs from around the globe have submitted applications to be included on this prestigious and 

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 Apr 20, 2021, 2:18:56 PM

## [Blue Layer Named #220 on Inc. Magazine’s 5000 Regionals: Texas List](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-named-220-on-inc-magazines-5000-regionals-texas-list)

Inc. Magazine has revealed that Blue Layer is No. 220 on its second annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Texas list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing, Texas-based private companies. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful 

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 Apr 20, 2021, 1:55:45 PM

## [Employee Spotlight: Meet Michael Strong, Chief Operating Officer](https://bluelayer.com/blog/meet-michael-strong-chief-operating-officer)

Now a leading MSP, Blue Layer originally began in 2002 to answer the need for responsible, customer service-based, right-sized technology solutions. Today, we’re getting to know Michael Strong, one of the brains behind Blue Layer and the industry-recognized Managed Services we’re known for 

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 Apr 1, 2021, 3:20:11 PM

## [Blue Layer Obtains Prestigious MSPV Certification](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-obtains-prestigious-mspv-certification)

We are proud to announce that Blue Layer successfully completed MSPAlliance’s MSP Verify Program (MSPV) certification process, the oldest certification program for cloud computing and managed service providers. The MSPV is based on the Unified Certification Standard TM (UCS) for Cloud and Managed 

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 Feb 17, 2021, 4:50:34 PM

## [CRN Names Blue Layer To Its MSP 500 List for Second Consecutive Year](https://bluelayer.com/blog/blue-layer-named-to-2021-crn-msp-500-list)

For the second consecutive year, CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Blue Layer to its 2021 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneering 250 category. The list, released annually, recognizes the leading North American solution providers that have demonstrated innovative and 

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