DataPath acquires Bright Bear Technology Solutions

DataPath acquires Bright Bear Technology Solutions becoming one of the largest managed services (MSP) and cybersecurity providers in California

DataPath, a leader in cybersecurity in northern California recently announced the acquisition of Bright Bear Technology Solutions, a Southern California-based managed services provider (MSP), in a move that will create one of the largest MSP and cybersecurity providers in the state. Nathan Phinney, former President of Bright Bear Technology Solutions, is now General Manager of Southern California for Datapath.

This is the second in a series of planned acquisitions throughout California and the West Coast over the coming years as a part of a long-term expansion plan for the company.

“We’re bringing these businesses together to create one, innovative data security organization able to protect businesses across California when they need it most,” shared CEO David Darmstandler when describing the merger of the two companies, which took place 100% remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Data security is now at the forefront of the minds of business leaders as a new reality is faced that requires moving technology away from corporate offices and to remote locations. The company’s expansion puts them in a position to serve this growing need as numerous organizations experience an increase in data breaches due to teams working from home.

“You can’t do security retroactively — it’s like putting a deadbolt on your home when the intruder is already inside,” notes Datapath COO James Bates when describing the vital need for security in response to the 2020 pandemic. “Leaders should be hyper vigilant right now to maintain data integrity and ensure that their customers and employees are protected.”

Datapath will now have offices to serve locally in Irvine, Fresno, and Modesto and is able to reach customers throughout the state. Datapath was founded in 2005 and has been listed on the Inc. 5000 since 2011.

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