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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.
November 06, 2020 06 Nov'20
Predicting 7 MSP trends in technology for 2021

MSPs, cloud consultancies and other channel partners can expect to find business in familiar technology sectors as well as in emerging fields in the coming year.

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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
SASE vs. SD-WAN comparison: How are they related?

SASE and SD-WAN both connect geographically separate endpoints to each other and an organization's network resources, but the methods in which they do so differ in various ways. Continue Reading
VLAN vs. subnet: What's the difference?

While VLANs are a type of subnet, they have their own unique capabilities and characteristics that differentiate them from subnets. However, the OSI model plays a major role in both. Continue Reading

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7 key SD-WAN trends to evaluate in 2021

As SD-WAN continues to mature in 2021, the technology is expected to improve in its support for integrated remote access, automation and multi-cloud connectivity. Continue Reading
SD-WAN industry growth opens partner opportunities in 2021

Channel partners can take advantage of SD-WAN industry expansion by addressing customers' interoperability and security concerns, according to Spirent Communications executives. Continue Reading
Software-defined home offerings drive remote productivity

Say hello to software-defined home, a 'branch of one' package that combines professional-grade Wi-Fi, security, SD-WAN and centralized management for remote workers. 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
Investigate IoT and edge computing nuances for architects

Author of 'IoT and Edge Computing for Architects' Perry Lea shares his expert advice on how to design interconnected architecture that addresses the challenges of both technologies. Continue Reading
Taking on today's free-for-all approach to higher ed tech

The rapid deployment of higher ed technology during the COVID-19 crisis has delivered mixed results. However, while challenges persist, the future looks bright. Continue Reading

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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
Tips for successful virtual sales and consulting meetings

Channel partners should learn to make the most of virtual sales and consulting meetings. Scott Ford of Pronesis Technology Group offers advice on tactics that work. Continue Reading