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IoT business opportunity in 2017: Are channel partners ready?
As channel partners mull over business moves for the upcoming year, many executives may consider IoT as a potential play -- and for good reason. "There is so much demand for IoT within SMBs [small ... Continue Reading
cloud services
Cloud services is an umbrella term that may refer to a variety of resources provided over the internet, or to professional services that support the deployment of such cloud-based resources. Continue Reading
Machine learning projects fuel new lines of channel business
Machine learning projects are creating a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' for partners. Get ready with the right range of skills and experience to take part. Continue Reading
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Blockchain technology, applications spark channel opportunities
As more enterprises consider blockchain technology, IT services firms and consultancies have an opportunity to discuss adoption strategy and deployment options with their clients. Continue Reading
RPA technology is ready to change how companies manage operations
RPA tools are poised to spread their influence in the enterprise as cognitive automation finds its way into back-office, front-office and rule-driven IT operations. Continue Reading
Channel events listings for 2017
When making 2017 travel plans, refer to this list of channel events -- including conferences hosted by IT vendors, distributors, industry organizations and vendors that cater exclusively to VARs and MSPs.Continue Reading
Managed mobility services market: Complexity fuels channel growth
The complex nature of enterprise mobility opens service opportunities for channel companies, but also makes for a challenging and competitive environment.Continue Reading
SD-WAN: Providers could see strong growth, but face hurdles
The SD-WAN market beckons with high-growth potential, but channel partners must confront incomplete feature sets, training requirements and market consolidation.Continue Reading
Tips to align cloud computing strategies with clients' business goals
Many organizations remain puzzled about how cloud computing should integrate with their overall business objectives, creating an opportunity for cloud providers to step in and help.Continue Reading
Requirements for HIPAA compliance: The key channel partner challenges
Customers with HIPAA obligations raise pressing issues for the channel partner. Austin Justice, vice president at Justice IT Consulting, describes the top challenges.Continue Reading
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The financial vertical: Big investments yield big prospects for MSPs
Financial vertical specialization is a potentially rewarding pursuit for managed services providers willing to make the investment.Continue Reading
The latest on IT channel partner strategies and programs
This month's channel news quiz covers developments in channel partner strategies and programs, cloud computing, technologies affecting the channel and service provider business strategy.Continue Reading
MSP ticketing system: Autotask's new UI draws round of applause
Autotask's new ticketing system user interface ranked among the top developments at the company's annual partner conference. Channel companies tell why.Continue Reading
IT documentation as vital as backups for MSPs
IT documentation, explored recently in contributor Esther Shein's feature, has proven to be a vital yet sometimes neglected aspect of running a managed services business. For Jonathan Broyles, ...Continue Reading
Channel partnerships: How to form alliances with peers
Strategic alliances with your channel peers could be the key to expanding your business. However, it takes more than a handshake to create a successful partnership.Continue Reading