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The importance of building an agile and resilient infrastructure
No one knows what the future will demand. Here's how channel partners can help their clients prioritize agility and resilience in their infrastructures.
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Apple device management considerations for MSPs
RMM software has evolved into a cybersecurity attack vector, creating concerns for MSPs and their customers. Does Apple's configuration-based management approach offer a solution?
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2nd Watch blends cloud offerings, pro services amid growth
The professional services and managed cloud company has set its sights on M&A in 2022. The firm also seeks to develop an integrated service experience under new leadership.
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Quantum computing ecosystem grows with Accenture, QCI moves
A quantum computing ecosystem is taking shape. Quantum methods may find initial applications in solving optimization challenges across various industries; other IT channel news.
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IBM business partners see incentives for storage systems, software
IBM is spurring partners to win more deals in the storage market, specifically around its software-defined storage and all-flash array products. The company this week introduced a new set of sales ...
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HCL-Actian deal embeds global systems integrator role
HCL software: The recent acquisition of Actian gives the $7.6 billion IT services provider a range of data analytics products it can sell as a global systems integrator.
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Marketing pain persists amid channel sales model growth
While managed service providers continue to struggle with marketing, the list of vendors committing to the channel sales model continues to grow; more news from the week.
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MSP industry regulation and how providers can shape it
MSP industry watchers have predicted the establishment of regulations for providers. The National Society of IT Service Providers wants to ensure MSPs can guide public policy.
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MSP partners: AWS Managed Services not a competitive threat
The launch of AWS Managed Services was met with speculation over whether the offering might encroach on channel business opportunities, but partners report the service hasn't hurt them.
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Data center network certifications emerge for partners
Channel partners may need to invest in new data center networking certifications that are now offered by every leading vendor to support emerging architectures.
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The importance of building an agile and resilient infrastructure
No one knows what the future will demand. Here's how channel partners can help their clients prioritize agility and resilience in their infrastructures.
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A two-pronged password security model for channel partners
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Why Microsoft 365, Windows 365 matter for IT services firms
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Digital maturity laggards play catchup, consultants say
Companies behind the curve of digital transformation can close the gap on digital business leaders, according to professional services firms.
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3 tips to improve data management in the cloud
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3 basic cybersecurity measures to protect MSP businesses
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Healthcare security services firms tackle ransomware spike
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Apple device management considerations for MSPs
RMM software has evolved into a cybersecurity attack vector, creating concerns for MSPs and their customers. Does Apple's configuration-based management approach offer a solution?
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MSP industry regulation and how providers can shape it
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E-Handbook | November 2018
Managed security services market beckons as SMB attacks grow
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Cloud storage resellers, MSPs take on latest storage trends
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Containerization technology market emerges for channel partners
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IT managed services companies: Making the transition work
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Multi-cloud strategy: The next frontier for IT channel partners
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Why Microsoft 365, Windows 365 matter for IT services firms
Office 365, Microsoft 365 and Windows 365 differ not only in their feature sets and capabilities, but in the opportunities they afford service providers.
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vCIO (virtual CIO)
A vCIO, or virtual CIO, is a contractor or company that serves as an organization's chief information officer.
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MSP industry regulation and how providers can shape it
MSP industry watchers have predicted the establishment of regulations for providers. The National Society of IT Service Providers wants to ensure MSPs can guide public policy.
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How Louisiana MSP registration aims to curb cyberattacks
Louisiana's MSP registration, which will take effect Feb. 1, 2021, has sparked many debates about regulating the managed services industry. At last week's IT Nation Secure virtual conference, ...Continue Reading
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Accenture Cloud First to invest in partnerships
Accenture's $3 billion investment in its Accenture Cloud First business will bring together 70,000 professionals from a range of disciplines and practices, from cloud-native development to human ...Continue Reading
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Quantum computing ecosystem grows with Accenture, QCI moves
A quantum computing ecosystem is taking shape. Quantum methods may find initial applications in solving optimization challenges across various industries; other IT channel news.
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Cisco partner program aims to cut complexity via portal
Cisco introduced a raft of changes to its Partner Experience Platform, its hub of channel resources launched last year; other IT channel news.
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Dremio partner program launches in data lakehouse market
Amid growing interest in data lakehouses, Dremio will target a range of partners, including consultants and systems integrators, to boost its platform; other news.
SearchITChannel Definitions
- vCIO (virtual CIO)
- managed service provider (MSP)
- managed security service provider (MSSP)
- cloud service provider (cloud provider)
- service-level agreement (SLA)
- RMM software (remote monitoring and management software)
- cloud provisioning
- request for proposal (RFP)