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MSPs and hardware technology News
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May 11, 2018
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May'18
Lenovo partners to seek more SMB data center deals
Lenovo partners will see the vendor increase focus on SMB customers, which Lenovo said can present business problems just as complex as those belonging to larger organizations.
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May 04, 2018
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May'18
Software-defined access: Safe-T launches channel program
Safe-T, an Israeli company that offers technology based on software-defined perimeter architecture, has launched a channel program and is looking for partners in the U.S.; more news from the week.
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April 13, 2018
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Apr'18
HPE Pointnext adds Azure expertise with RedPixie buyout
Hewlett Packard Enterprise said its acquisition of RedPixie will round out its purchase of Cloud Technology Partners last year; other news from the week.
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March 28, 2018
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Mar'18
IBM marketing strategy to better educate SMBs on new offerings
After a bold transformation, many small and medium-sized businesses have yet to wrap their heads around what IBM offers today. The IBM marketing strategy will soon address that.
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HP Partner First Program (formerly HP PartnerOne program)
HP Partner First is a channel partner program that provides resources and benefits for value-added resellers (VARs), systems integrators (SIs), service providers, hosting providers, independent software vendors (ISVs), distributors and other ... Continue Reading
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managed IT service
A managed IT service is an information technology (IT) task provided by a third-party contractor and delivered to a customer. Continue Reading
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Pin down these hardware service contract details
A server warranty won't do much good when every second of downtime counts. Here's how to hammer out a support agreement that addresses the particular needs of your company. Continue Reading
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Web server management best practices and essential features
There are a lot of tools on the market for web-based server management. To find the best product, look for functions that automate workflows and add security. Continue Reading
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Device as a service set to expand for channel partners
The device-as-a-service market is poised for growth as customers look to trim Capex, but channel partners may need to recast themselves if they want to serve as a DaaS provider. Continue Reading
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MSP business model transformation: Five tips for navigating change
MSP business model transformation: Channel partners face challenges as they cultivate as-a-service offerings, seek dollars for investment and promote their new offerings. Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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Managed security service provider (MSSP)
A managed security service provider (MSSP) is an IT service provider that provides an organization with some amount of cybersecurity monitoring and management, which may include virus and spam blocking, intrusion detection, firewalls and virtual ... Continue Reading
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Taking charge of VM allocation, troubleshooting methods
Long-term virtual infrastructure health leads to business growth. To achieve this, you must master virtual machine capacity planning and troubleshooting techniques. Continue Reading
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Applying AI: Accenture exec cites customer opportunities
Mike Sutcliff, group chief executive at Accenture Digital, talks about the challenges of applying AI, digital thread and augmented reality to real-world business issues. Continue Reading
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A handy server maintenance checklist for modern data centers
Server maintenance prevents big problems and keeps everything running at its best. Make time for these simple checks on server hardware and software. Continue Reading
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Steps to install Docker on Ubuntu 16.04 servers
If IT wants to maximize Docker's potential on Ubuntu 16.04 servers, know these steps and commands to ensure a smooth installation. Continue Reading