Developing new IT managed services

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September 27, 2019 27 Sep'19
NWN debuts solution-as-a-service line to capture top trends

Managed service provider NWN is honing in on five fast-growing markets with the launch of a solutions-as-a-service portfolio, and other channel news from the week.
September 13, 2019 13 Sep'19
Kaseya ramps up managed compliance services focus

Kaseya has invested $10 million into growing its managed compliance software business, citing a massive opportunity in compliance services for MSPs; other news from the week.
May 13, 2019 13 May'19
Cybersecurity issues top list of customer concerns

Cybersecurity issues, either embedded in broader digital initiatives or as an overarching IT issue, rank as the top customer concern, according to a new survey.
May 07, 2019 07 May'19
MDR services company taps MSPs as partners

Pondurance, an MDR services provider, has unveiled a partner program, targeting managed service providers in a market forecast to grow rapidly over the next few years.

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How to build an AI services business in the channel

Advancements in AI have ushered in new opportunities for the channel. In this guide, we pair insight into the burgeoning market with strategies for building AI-focused businesses. Continue Reading
How to grow your AI services business

Getting to the next stage of AI growth calls for IT service providers to consider security, marketing and ROI. A talent for demystifying technology also helps. Continue Reading
How to start an AI service business

Building an AI practice may seem like a daunting endeavor. Fortunately, channel partners can learn from other companies that have found ways to apply AI models to customer challenges. Continue Reading

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MSP business expansion driven by cybersecurity, consulting

MSPs are under pressure to expand their businesses beyond their traditional offerings. Cybersecurity and consulting services are two directions they can take their businesses. Continue Reading
SD-WAN demo lab lets partner's clients try before they buy

As the SD-WAN market heats up, MNJ Technologies has launched a demo lab that includes technology from vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Oracle and Silver Peak. Continue Reading
RMM software vendors pursue full managed services functionality

MSP software vendors have been busy building ecosystems of third-party integrations around their remote monitoring and management tools. Are these integrations benefiting MSPs? Continue Reading

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MDR services evolve into distinct security service offering

MDR services are developing into a new category of cybersecurity offering for channel partners. Learn how MDR providers take a different approach from traditional MSSPs. Continue Reading
Assured DP partners with Rubrik, Equinix in DraaS twist

Assured DP is putting its own stamp on the disaster recovery-as-a-service market, creating a DRaaS offering through a partnership with Rubrik and Equinix. Continue Reading
Green House Data on becoming a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP

The task of becoming a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP, under a Microsoft partner program launched in 2018, is rigorous and time-consuming. Just ask Green House Data. Continue Reading

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Find the best security engineers for your managed services

As the market for managed services continues to grow, it's important for VARs who offer managed services to find the best people to help them grow their business. Learn why a successful managed services business model requires planned growth, and ... Continue Reading
Managed printing services: Packaging printing software and hardware

As a managed printing services provider, earn revenue by packaging everything from print servers to printing software to print usage monitoring, and all the consumables in between. Continue Reading
Print services: Migrating with ease

Migrating print services to a new server can be cumbersome and time-consuming if done manually, but Microsoft offers a free tool that automates the process. Learn more about Microsoft's Print Migrator in this tip excerpted from our sister site ... Continue Reading