Monthly Plans · Published Pricing Structure

Managed IT & Network Plans & Pricing · Southern California

Managed IT Pricing, Without the Quote Maze

Three managed IT service tiers across managed WiFi, Network as a Service, managed network monitoring, and Cisco Meraki / Aruba / Fortinet / Palo Alto platforms — with published pricing structure, scope, and SLAs. Built for IT directors, network managers, and CIOs across all six Southern California counties who want to compare tiers before talking to sales.

Per-AP / per-deviceTransparent line-item structure

3 NaaS pathsHaaS, consumption, Meter

Published SLAsResponse times in writing

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How WCC Managed IT Pricing Actually Works

Managed IT pricing in Southern California should follow predictable math, not opaque quotes. WCC publishes pricing structure up front because every managed IT account follows the same three inputs: device count (access points, switches, firewalls), site count, and service tier (Standard, Advanced, Premium). Network as a Service adds a fourth variable — path (Hardware-as-a-Service, consumption-priced, or Meter NaaS). Tier picks the scope and SLA; counts and path pick the line-item math. WCC's managed wireless platform is built on Cisco Meraki, with full support for Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Meter.

Managed WiFi priced per AP per month
Managed network monitoring priced per device per month
NaaS Path 1 (HaaS) all-in monthly fee covers hardware + management
NaaS Path 2 (consumption) priced as managed-services fee scaling with usage
NaaS Path 3 (Meter) follows Meter platform pricing + WCC operational wrap
Tier determines scope and SLA across all services

Three Service Tiers

Pick the Tier That Fits Your IT Operations Maturity

Same three-tier structure applies across every managed IT service WCC offers. Pick a tier per service — many accounts run Advanced on managed WiFi but only Standard on managed network monitoring, or any other mix. WCC scopes each service independently based on what your operation actually needs.

Standard

Core Monitoring

For single-site operations with predictable IT needs and business-hours response.

Business-hours support (8am-6pm PT)
24/7 device health monitoring & alerts
Firmware updates during scheduled windows
Monthly performance reports
Quarterly RF / capacity review
Email-based escalation
5-business-day SLA on routine requests

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The Full Tier Comparison Across Every Managed IT Service

Every dimension that matters when comparing managed IT plans in Southern California. Use this to scope which tier fits each service in your stack.

Capability	Standard	Advanced	Premium
Operating Hours	Business hours	24/7	24/7
Critical Response SLA	Next business day	4 hours	1 hour
Routine Request SLA	5 business days	2 business days	Same day
Multi-Site Dashboard Unification	—	✓	✓
RF Optimization Cadence	Quarterly	Monthly	Continuous + Ekahau quarterly
Reporting Cadence	Monthly	Weekly	Daily access
SSID, Policy & VLAN Management	—	✓	✓
HIPAA / CJIS / PCI Compliance Support	—	—	✓
Wi-Fi 6E / 7 Upgrade Planning	—	On request	Included
Dedicated Account Manager	—	—	✓
Business Review Cadence	Annual	Semi-annual	Quarterly
Best Fit Site Count	1-2 sites	3-15 sites	15+ sites

Pricing by Service

Managed IT Services — Each Available in All Three Tiers

WCC offers managed IT and network services across Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Meter platforms. Each service follows the same Standard / Advanced / Premium tier structure. Click into any service for full scope, capabilities, and FAQ.

Managed WiFi Services

$15-$40 per AP per month

24/7 access point monitoring on Cisco Meraki with RF performance management, firmware lifecycle, SSID/policy management, and client connectivity troubleshooting across all six SoCal counties.

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Network as a Service

3 paths · custom pricing

Subscription networking with three paths: Hardware-as-a-Service (WCC-owned), consumption-priced managed network (customer-owned), or white-labeled Meter NaaS (single-vendor full-stack).

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Managed Network Monitoring

Per device per month

24/7 monitoring across switches, firewalls, SD-WAN appliances on Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Fortinet, Juniper Mist, and Palo Alto. Firmware lifecycle, configuration management, and CVE response.

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Managed Cisco Meraki

Per device per month

Vendor-specific managed service for Cisco Meraki environments — dashboard configuration, license management, firmware lifecycle, and Meraki-specific troubleshooting expertise.

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Managed SASE

Per user per month

Cloud-delivered Secure Access Service Edge — ZTNA, SWG, CASB, FWaaS as managed service. Operates alongside or layered with NaaS-delivered networks.

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Managed Help Desk & End User Support

Per user per month

Multi-channel intake, Microsoft 365 support, hybrid workforce coverage, and SLA-backed end user response. White-glove option available for executive support.

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Network as a Service · The Three Paths

NaaS Pricing Depends on Path, Not Just Tier

Network as a Service has three financial structures, each at a different price point. Path selection should be based on organizational fit — financial preference, vendor strategy, existing equipment age — not monthly fee alone.

Path 1

Hardware-as-a-Service

WCC-Owned · All-In Monthly Fee

Highest monthly fee — but covers hardware, refresh, monitoring, and support in one number. Eliminates capital expense and surprise refresh every 5-7 years.

WCC-owned switches, APs, firewalls
Lifecycle refresh included
Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or Fortinet
36-60 month contract typical
Predefined exit terms

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Path 2

Consumption-Priced Managed Network

Customer-Owned · Monthly Service

Lowest monthly fee — hardware is customer-owned, so monthly fee covers only management. But customers fund their own refresh on traditional capital cycle.

Customer-owned hardware
Consumption-based scaling
Multi-vendor environments supported
Month-to-month available
Lowest lock-in among the three paths

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Path 3

White-Labeled Meter NaaS

Single-Vendor Full-Stack

Between Path 1 and Path 2 — single-vendor pricing from Meter plus WCC operational wrap. Cleanest operational simplicity, deepest single-vendor commitment.

Meter-delivered platform
WCC operational wrap layer
Hardware refresh included
Continuous platform updates
Subscription billing

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Honest Expectations

What's Not Included in Managed IT Pricing

Managed IT pricing covers ongoing monitoring, administration, firmware lifecycle, and SLA-backed response. Hardware, cabling, and ISP costs are separate. Here's what managed IT pricing does not include.

Scope Exclusions

To keep pricing honest, here's what's not in the monthly fee (except where noted for NaaS Path 1):

Switch, AP, firewall, or SD-WAN hardware purchase or replacement (included in NaaS Path 1)
Structured cabling, conduit, or pathways for new installations
Electrical work, power distribution, or PoE switch upgrades
ISP, internet circuits, or carrier costs
Third-party software licensing beyond network platform licenses
End-user device support beyond network infrastructure
Custom application or SaaS troubleshooting

SLA Commitments

Published Response Times Across All Tiers

Managed IT is only useful if response is fast and predictable. Typical SLAs across Standard, Advanced, and Premium tiers are below. Final SLAs are committed in writing in the service agreement.

1 hr – NBD

Critical Response Time

1-hour Premium, 4-hour Advanced, next-business-day Standard. From outage detection to active remediation.

99.9%

Network Device Uptime

Target uptime per network device for sites with redundant power and stable WAN connectivity.

24 hrs

On-Site Hardware Dispatch

Hardware failures requiring physical replacement — on-site dispatch within one business day. NaaS Path 1 includes replacement hardware.

FAQ

Managed IT Pricing — Frequently Asked Questions

The questions IT directors, network managers, and CIOs ask before signing a managed IT plan in Southern California.

How is managed IT pricing calculated?

Managed IT pricing scales with three variables: device count (access points, switches, firewalls, endpoints), site count, and service tier (Standard, Advanced, or Premium). Managed WiFi is priced per AP per month. Managed network monitoring is priced per device per month. Network as a Service combines hardware, software, and management into one monthly fee — with three path options (HaaS, consumption-priced, or Meter NaaS) at different price points. Final pricing is committed in writing after a free site audit.

How much does managed WiFi cost per access point?

Managed WiFi pricing in Southern California typically ranges from $15 to $40 per AP per month depending on tier. Standard runs $15-$22 per AP for business-hours monitoring and quarterly RF review. Advanced (most popular) runs $22-$32 per AP for 24/7 monitoring, monthly RF optimization, and SSID/policy management. Premium runs $32-$40+ per AP for HIPAA/CJIS/PCI-aware support, Ekahau re-surveys, and dedicated account management.

What's the difference between managed network monitoring and Network as a Service?

Managed network monitoring manages equipment your organization owns — switches, firewalls, access points, SD-WAN appliances. You buy the gear; WCC monitors, patches, and supports it. Network as a Service shifts the financial model. With Path 1 (Hardware-as-a-Service), WCC owns the equipment and you pay one monthly fee covering hardware, refresh, monitoring, and support. Path 2 is consumption-priced managed network on customer-owned equipment. Path 3 is white-labeled Meter NaaS. Different financial structures for different organizational needs.

Which Network as a Service path costs the least?

Total cost depends on what's included. Path 1 (HaaS) monthly cost is highest because it includes hardware, refresh, and management — but eliminates capital expense and surprise refresh costs every 5-7 years. Path 2 (consumption-priced managed network) has the lowest monthly fee because hardware is customer-owned — but customers fund their own refresh on traditional capital cycle. Path 3 (Meter NaaS) is between Path 1 and Path 2 with single-vendor full-stack pricing. Path selection should be based on organizational fit, not monthly fee alone.

Can I mix managed services tiers across products?

Yes. Many accounts run Advanced tier on managed WiFi but only Standard tier on managed network monitoring, or any other combination. WCC scopes each service independently based on what your operation actually needs. Mixing tiers is normal and doesn't carry a complexity surcharge.

What's the typical contract length?

Standard contracts run 12 months with month-to-month renewal after the initial term. Multi-year contracts (24 or 36 months) carry a published discount. Path 1 HaaS contracts typically run 36-60 months to amortize hardware investment with predefined exit terms. Path 2 consumption-priced contracts can be month-to-month. Path 3 Meter NaaS follows Meter's platform contract terms. WCC scopes contract length honestly during quoting.

Is there a setup or onboarding fee?

Most managed IT services include a one-time onboarding fee that covers the site audit, dashboard configuration, monitoring profile setup, and the first 30 days of intensive tuning. Onboarding fees scale with site count and integration complexity. For Path 1 NaaS, hardware install is a separate line item but rolled into the monthly fee over the contract term. For multi-site accounts, onboarding is typically completed in phases over 4-8 weeks.

What's NOT included in managed IT pricing?

Managed IT pricing covers ongoing monitoring, administration, firmware lifecycle, and SLA-backed response. It does not include hardware purchase or replacement (except in Path 1 NaaS), structured cabling installation, electrical work, ISP/circuit costs, third-party software licensing beyond network platform licenses, or end-user device support beyond network infrastructure. Hardware, cabling, electrical, and ISP are separate.

Does WCC serve our area in Southern California?

WCC serves Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, and Ventura counties from our Chino headquarters and Solana Beach branch. All managed IT and network services are available across all six counties. Call 909-364-9906 to discuss your sites.

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