Features

Features

• Hyper-converged infrastructure solutions boost channel

  Hyper-converged infrastructure technology has become a core part of channel partners' technology portfolios, but customer requirements still call for traditional storage gear.  Continue Reading

• Digital marketing partnerships key to vendors' channel strategies

  Rackspace, Salesforce and Progress Software explain how digital marketing agencies factor into their overall channel partner ecosystems and strategies.  Continue Reading

• Drone services market requires vertical skills

  Commercial drone services are in high demand across such vertical markets as agriculture, construction and telecommunications, requiring service providers to specialize.  Continue Reading

• Liability insurance policies: Tips for covering MSP businesses

  With the IT landscape growing more complex, liability insurance policies may be a necessity for MSPs. But MSPs should ensure they get the right coverage for their business model.  Continue Reading

• Cloud-based storage options open channel opportunities

  Industry giants such as Amazon Web Services and startup solutions such as Qumulo QF2 are taking file storage to the cloud. Partners can advise clients on platform adoption.  Continue Reading

• White-label cloud marketplaces become valuable tool for MSPs

  MSPs are tapping cloud-based commerce platforms to bolster sales and marketing. Find out about using white-label cloud marketplaces and popular online shops run by AWS and Google.  Continue Reading

• Mobile management services offer SI, reseller opportunities

  Mobile lifecycle management services offer opportunities for a range of companies, including resellers, systems integrators, outsourcers and communications service providers.  Continue Reading

• Kubernetes consulting: Helping with the basics, security issues

  The Kubernetes container management system has become a source of growing consulting opportunities for IT service providers such as Accenture and Sapient Consulting.  Continue Reading

• Public sector technology: New FY brings IT uncertainties

  State government IT could run into shifting priorities with 36 governorships in play this fall, but areas such as cloud are expected to see public sector technology investment.  Continue Reading

• AI and data analytics trailblazers: Accenture, DXC and Wipro

  Accenture, DXC and Wipro are among the AI and data analytics services providers highlighted in Gartner's Magic Quadrant. Learn about their market visions and business challenges.  Continue Reading

• Edge computing market: Far-reaching opportunities for channel partners

  The confluence of edge computing and IoT are generating a broad range of partner opportunities. Learn about the scope of the edge computing market and skills needed to pursue it.  Continue Reading

• DRaaS solution: US Signal makes rounds in healthcare market

  A DRaaS solution from US Signal provides an additional level of data protection and remote replication for its client, a regional health system in western Massachusetts.  Continue Reading

• HTG Peer Groups unlike other support options for channel businesses

  HTG stands out among peer group organizations by giving members the resources for both personal and professional growth. HTG is set to expand under ConnectWise's ownership.  Continue Reading

• Early-stage companies reach out to channel partners

  Bigleaf, CloudZero, Rescale are among the early-stage companies investigating alliances with channel partners as they seek help with sales and support.  Continue Reading

• Succession planning strategy: MSP execs consider the channel's future

  Have a succession planning strategy in place? If not, you're hardly alone. Get tips on why and what you should consider when planning for the future of your business.  Continue Reading