ConnectWise MDR
Managed detection and response (MDR) software
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What is ConnectWise MDR
ConnectWise MDR is a managed detection and response service that provides 24/7 security monitoring, threat detection, and guided or managed response for customer environments. It is primarily used by managed service providers (MSPs) and IT teams that want an outsourced security operations capability without building a full SOC. The service typically combines endpoint telemetry, security analytics, and analyst-led triage to identify and respond to suspicious activity. It is positioned to fit into MSP operational workflows and broader ConnectWise tooling for service delivery.
24/7 analyst-led monitoring
The service provides continuous monitoring and triage by security analysts, which helps organizations that lack internal SOC coverage. This model can reduce time to detection and escalation compared with purely tool-driven alerting. It also supports incident handling workflows where customers need clear guidance on next steps. For MSPs, this can standardize response processes across multiple client tenants.
MSP-oriented operations fit
ConnectWise MDR is designed for MSP use cases such as multi-customer management, repeatable service delivery, and operational handoffs. This can simplify packaging MDR as a managed offering and aligning it with ticketing and client communication processes. It also supports environments where security work must integrate with IT service management routines. The approach can be practical for providers managing many small-to-midmarket customers.
Response support and remediation
Beyond alerting, the service focuses on investigation and response actions, which can help customers move from detection to containment. Analyst context and recommended remediation steps can reduce the burden on generalist IT staff. This is useful when customers need help validating whether activity is malicious and prioritizing actions. The managed model can also help maintain consistent response quality across incidents.
Efficacy depends on integrations
MDR outcomes depend on the quality and breadth of telemetry available from endpoints, identity, network, and cloud sources. If a customer’s environment lacks supported integrations or has incomplete logging, detection coverage can be reduced. Organizations may need additional security tooling or configuration work to achieve desired visibility. This can add deployment time and operational overhead.
Less control than in-house SOC
As a managed service, investigation and response workflows follow the provider’s processes and escalation paths. Some organizations may want deeper customization of detection logic, playbooks, or response authority than a standardized MDR service typically offers. This can be a constraint for highly regulated environments or mature security teams with established procedures. It may also require careful definition of roles and responsibilities for response actions.
Potential overlap with existing tools
Organizations that already use multiple security platforms may find functional overlap in alerting, endpoint controls, or incident workflows. This can create duplicated effort in tuning alerts and managing multiple consoles. Buyers may need to rationalize which system is the source of truth for incidents and reporting. Without clear governance, overlap can increase operational complexity rather than reduce it.
Plan & Pricing
Official ConnectWise site does not publish public pricing for ConnectWise MDR. Product pages and the Marketplace listing direct visitors to contact sales or request a quote/demo. No plans, per-endpoint rates, or tiered prices are shown on the vendor site.
Notes (official pages checked):
- ConnectWise MDR product page: directs to Request a demo / Contact Sales; no pricing listed.
- ConnectWise Marketplace listing for ConnectWise MDR: lists product details and links to demos/trials but does not publish prices.
- ConnectWise pricing overview page: many products show “Request Pricing” for cybersecurity/MDR offerings.
- ConnectWise Trials page: lists free trials for other ConnectWise products (RMM, Automate, x360Recover, ScreenConnect) but does not list a free trial for ConnectWise MDR.
Because ConnectWise does not publish pricing for this product on its official site, no tier table or pay-as-you-go details are available to include here.
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ConnectWise, LLC
Tampa, Florida, USA
1982
Private
https://www.connectwise.com/
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