Employee Training and Development for MSPs

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July 16, 2021 16 Jul'21
Microsoft partner community gets industry cloud, training boost

At Microsoft Inspire, the company expanded its industry cloud portfolio with a sustainability cloud and promised to expand partners' technical expertise; other IT channel news.
October 30, 2020 30 Oct'20
Cisco DevNet partner community expands

Cisco reported increased partner engagement within its DevNet developer program. The company said it plans to launch an online DevNet marketplace next year; more IT channel news.
August 05, 2020 05 Aug'20
Culture of learning can spark channel innovation

Channel partners seeking to drive innovation should become learning organizations that encourage risk-taking and creative thinking, according to speakers at CompTIA's ChannelCon.
January 24, 2020 24 Jan'20
UiPath RPA training targets channel partners

RPA vendor UiPath has launched a new training portal built specifically for channel partners, offering educational content used by the company's internal teams; more channel news.

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How MSPs can get started with DEI initiatives

Many small IT firms have yet to launch diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within their organizations. Here's how to get started. Continue Reading
Channel execs share tech talent recruitment tips

In a rapidly evolving tech market, channel partners vie for IT talent. Use these tips to find job candidates, develop skills internally and retain employees. Continue Reading
Launch a managed services training program in 9 steps

MSPs' internal training resources should be more than a stack of 'how to' documents. Use these best practices to build a successful managed services training program. Continue Reading

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Salesforce partner demand soars, M&A follows

The Salesforce skills crunch has generated a wave of acquisitions in the partner ecosystem. But M&A isn't the only remedy: Consultants have also boosted training. Continue Reading
Tips for MSPs to bridge the cybersecurity talent gap

Hiring and retaining cybersecurity professionals represent uphill battles. Some MSPs have adopted a combination of internal training and AI tools to offset the dearth in talent. Continue Reading
Consultants work around mainframe staffing limitations

Specialized service providers aim to offset labor constraints with a mix of education programs, on-the-job experience and tools such as robotic process automation. Continue Reading

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Remote workforce management strategies for MSPs

Channel partners have been rethinking employee productivity, collaboration and skills development. Learn how Ensono, SADA Systems and AllCloud have adjusted their approaches. Continue Reading
Reseller business model transformation pivots on cultural change

MNJ Technologies, a once fast-growing VAR, found its sales were stagnating. Here's how it got back on track with its effort to push beyond the reseller business model. 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

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Information security certifications: Introductory level

This series looks at the top information security certifications for IT professionals. Part one reviews basic, vendor-neutral certifications for entry-level positions. Continue Reading
Vendor-neutral certification guide for infosec professionals

The vendor-neutral certification landscape features over 100 certs designed for infosec pros who want to advance their careers and apply their knowledge for current and future employers. Continue Reading
Guide to vendor-specific IT security certifications

The abundance of vendor-specific information technology security certifications can overwhelm any infosec professional. Expert Ed Tittel helps navigate the crowded field. Continue Reading