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March 19, 2021 19 Mar'21
Workplace from Facebook partner firms get new program

The revamped channel strategy for Workplace by Facebook emphasizes resellers and systems integrators; more IT channel news.
December 22, 2020 22 Dec'20
Deloitte, Google highlight 3 workforce trends for 2021

Executives from Deloitte Consulting and Google Workspace discuss how workforce trends that emerged during the pandemic will gain momentum in the year ahead.
December 11, 2020 11 Dec'20
Partners pursue health-related IoT system integration

Systems integrators Insight Enterprises and Accenture have supported initiatives to bring new health technologies to the market; other IT channel news.
December 02, 2020 02 Dec'20
Microsoft Teams calling sparks partner business

Partners may see increased business in Teams cloud calling as Microsoft expands the platform's business focus. Education and governance offer other channel opportunities.

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10 essential business benefits of unified communications

How can unified communications tools benefit your business? Explore these 10 unified communications benefits to make the best deployment decision for your needs. Continue Reading
Aruba partner tackles university's wireless network upgrade

Doane University kicked off a two-phase wireless network overhaul in response to the pandemic. Learn how Aruba partner DataVizion has helped execute the project. Continue Reading
Determine which of 4 IoT wireless networks fit your use case

Any organization planning an IoT deployment must meet connectivity requirements, such as range and data rates, that determine the best IoT wireless network for their applications. Continue Reading

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Auvik Networks explores network management's future

As network infrastructure becomes more complex, Auvik Networks aims to equip its MSP partners with tools for better visibility, cloud management and more. Continue Reading
Comprehend control loops to unlock analytics for IoT

Applying analytics to IoT quickly becomes a convoluted task. Architects must master the control loop to direct its design and deliver rapid business insights. Continue Reading
Investigate IoT and edge computing nuances for architects

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5 common SD-WAN challenges and how to prepare for them

SD-WAN technology has its fair share of risk factors, some of which include cost reduction and management. Find out how your IT team can prepare for these challenges. Continue Reading
Overcome common IoT edge computing architecture issues

IoT and edge computing connect the previously unconnected world, which comes with its share of difficulties that development teams and architects must not underestimate. Continue Reading
Network performance issues are IT pain point amid COVID-19

Network performance is a top issue among IT teams and remote workers amid the pandemic and can correlate with other technical issues, such as cybersecurity and hardware problems. Continue Reading