CRN® names MGT to newly launched AI Innovators list, recognizing North American solution providers for overall excellence and technical acumen in delivering AI-focused solutions to end customers.
TAMPA, FL, Oct 19, 2026 — MGT, a national technology and advisory solutions firm serving state, local and education government agencies (SLED), today announced that it has been named to the 2026 AI Innovators list by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company.
CRN’s inaugural AI Innovators list celebrates North American solution providers at the forefront of the AI revolution. The companies featured on this list have recognized AI’s vast opportunities and integrated AI technologies into cutting-edge solutions for their customers.
AI has quickly evolved from an emerging technology to a strategic business imperative. Solution providers are increasingly deploying AI solutions to help businesses improve customer experiences, enhance employee productivity, strengthen decision-making, and uncover new growth opportunities. As a result, the AI market has become a major catalyst for innovation across every sector of the IT channel. Each 2026 AI Innovator has shown dedication to building creative and unique AI solutions that deliver valuable business enhancements to customers.
MGT was recognized for helping public-sector organizations move from AI experimentation to secure, governed implementation. Over the past year, MGT built a dedicated AI Practice, expanded its AI advisory and implementation services, and appointed a Chief AI & Information Officer to keep AI a strategic priority across the company.
The launch of MGT’s AI Experience Center, in partnership with Protopia AI and HPE, was an extraordinary milestone. The Center provides state and local agencies, school systems, and colleges with a secure environment to evaluate AI solutions before deployment, using HPE Private Cloud AI, NVIDIA AI software, and Protopia AI’s privacy-preserving technology. MGT’s AI framework also guides leaders from readiness and governance through use-case selection and responsible implementation, earning the firm the 2026 AI-as-a-Service Solution of the Year award from AI Breakthrough.
“Our 2026 AI Innovators honorees are helping shape the next generation of business transformation through the imaginative use of artificial intelligence,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. “By delivering forward-thinking solutions that create value for their customers and technology partners alike, they are pushing the industry forward and setting
The 2026 AI Innovators list is available at crn.com/AIinnovators
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About MGT
MGT is a national technology and advisory solutions leader serving state, local government, and education (SLED) clients. Our specialized solutions solve the most critical issues at the top of our clients’ leadership agenda. Our advisory and technology domains are foundational elements in our approach to helping state, local, and education agencies innovate, transform, and manage efficiently. We partner to help clients strengthen their foundations, implement systematic changes, and build resilience for the future. MGT is committed to impacting communities for good. For more information, visit us at mgt.us.
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