2026 Best of Business: Telecommunications & Internet Services

2026 Best of Business: Telecommunications & Internet Services

Our annual list of favorite vendors and service providers. Here are readers' telecommunications and internet services picks.

Managed IT Services

Gold | Atomic Data

Atomic Data aims to be more than an information technology provider; it works to be a trusted teammate, too. The Minneapolis firm, in business since 2001, provides reliable, secure services that support businesses, sports teams, and large venues. Atomic Data and its 200 employees offer a broad range of options, including managed IT, security and compliance, automation and data intelligence, and 24/7 support and monitoring. Its large-venue division right-sizes and modernizes stadiums, airports, and casinos with comprehensive technology services. Atomic Data augmented this service line in 2025 with the acquisition of Venue Wireless, a specialized IT provider for sports and entertainment facilities.

Silver | Loffler Cos.

Bronze | Marco Technologies


Business Internet Service Provider

Gold | Comcast Business

As a full-spectrum business technology partner, Comcast Business creates packages of communications, networking, cybersecurity, and connectivity services for companies of all sizes. Comcast knows how to meet day-to-day goals and long-term growth plans with reliable, high-performance technology for customers. From St. Paul, Comcast Business serves millions of small businesses, financial institutions, national retailers, and global corporations, including more than 90% of Fortune 500 companies. Customers value the simplicity of accessing end-to-end technology and management from one provider. In 2025, Comcast Business acquired Nitel. The network-as-a-service and managed services provider enhances Comcast’s enterprise and mid-market capabilities in managed networking, cloud connectivity, and cybersecurity.

Silver | Arvig

Bronze | Lumen Technologies