Led by Chris McGlasson, a 22-year veteran of the Managed Services industry, ClearStack Advisory exists to help businesses gain clarity, accountability, and confidence in their IT provider relationships.
After founding and running a successful Managed Service Provider for over two decades, Chris sold the company and shifted his focus from delivering IT services to evaluating them. He launched ClearStack Advisory with one goal in mind: to ensure that businesses get what they’re promised from their MSPs—without the sales pitch or service conflicts.
Chris brings deep expertise in all facets of IT, with special focus on:
With a unique insider’s perspective, Chris understands the fine print, the service gaps, and the real-world execution behind MSP contracts. He knows what questions to ask, what metrics to look at, and how to hold providers accountable—because he’s been on the other side.
At ClearStack Advisory, we provide independent, strategic oversight of your IT environment—without selling any technology services ourselves. Whether you’re auditing your current provider, planning your next IT move, or looking for executive-level guidance, we’re here to keep your technology honest and aligned.
Get clarity on what your MSP is really delivering. We perform a comprehensive evaluation of your current Managed Service Provider’s performance.
Keep your MSP accountable—month after month. We monitor your provider’s performance through regular reviews, so issues don’t go unnoticed.
Strategic IT leadership—without the full-time cost. We provide fractional, executive-level technology guidance to help you make smart, future-ready decisions.
Find the right MSP—and switch without the stress. If you’re ready to leave your current provider, we’ll help you make the right move.
Before you sign that IT project—get a second set of eyes. We evaluate proposals, quotes, and recommendations from MSPs or vendors to ensure you’re not overpaying or underscoping.
Before you dive into working with ClearStack, we want to make sure you have the clarity you need. Here are some frequently asked questions about how we help, what makes us different, and what you can expect from our process.
No. ClearStack Advisory is not an MSP and does not offer IT support services. We provide independent audits and strategic oversight to help you hold your MSP accountable and ensure they’re delivering what they promised.
An audit gives you visibility into whether your provider is meeting expectations. It uncovers gaps, inefficiencies, or risks—and helps ensure you’re getting full value from your investment in IT services.
We’ll present a clear, professional report outlining issues and recommended actions. From there, we can support you in addressing the gaps—either by helping you work with your current provider or guiding you through finding a better-fit MSP if needed.
No. We are completely vendor-neutral. That’s what makes our advice trustworthy. We never receive referral fees or commissions, and we don’t resell services.
We typically work with small to mid-sized businesses (10–200 employees) that rely on an external MSP and want peace of mind or strategic oversight.
A VTO is a fractional technology leader—similar to a virtual CIO. We help you align IT with business goals, oversee vendors, guide strategic decisions, and support budgeting and risk management.
A standard MSP Health Check usually takes 2–3 weeks, depending on the size of your organization and availability of documentation or access.
Our audits start at $2,500. Ongoing oversight and VTO services are available on a retainer basis. We’ll tailor pricing to your needs and scope during your consultation.
Yes. If you’re looking to switch providers, we offer MSP selection and transition support. We’ll help define your needs, create an RFP, vet candidates, and oversee onboarding—so you make the right choice with confidence.
Book a free 30-minute consultation. We’ll discuss your current setup, what you’re looking for, and how ClearStack can help.
ClearStack Advisory currently focuses on clients located outside the state of California. This is a strategic business decision that allows us to specialize in supporting organizations across a broader national footprint, while navigating fewer state-specific complexities.
See what our clients have to say about working with ClearStack Advisory. From MSP audits to full IT transitions, our work speaks for itself—through the words of those we’ve helped.
I had a feeling something wasn’t right with my MSP, but I couldn’t prove it. Chris stepped in, uncovered the truth, and quite possibly saved my business from a serious disruption. I’m incredibly grateful I brought ClearStack in when I did.
EGS & Associates, LLC
We use ClearStack to help facilitate our Quarterly Business Reviews with our managed service firm. Chris knows what to look for, asks the right questions, and flags anything that doesn’t line up. It’s like having an experienced IT advocate in the room.
R.C.B Construction
Our IT vendor proposed a server enhancement project that was way over my head. Chris translated the tech jargon into plain English and made sure we weren’t overpaying or overscoping. I felt confident signing off, knowing someone had my back.
PCG Engineers & Consultants
I used ClearStack to help our company transition to a new IT vendor. I just didn’t have the energy to go through that process alone again—and thankfully, I didn’t have to. Chris handled the technical coordination and made the switch painless.
Desert Ridge Medical Group
After a client of ours lost years of data to ransomware, we wanted to ensure our MSP had us protected. ClearStack worked with our IT team and did a full audit of our backup and security posture. It gave us the peace of mind we didn’t know we needed.
C&S CPA, LLC
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