Managed cloud services

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February 15, 2019 15 Feb'19
Click-to-launch tools pull apps through Oracle Cloud Infrastructure marketplace

Oracle has made it easier for customers to choose and launch third-party software onto its cloud. Now, the question is whether more businesses will follow.
February 14, 2019 14 Feb'19
Experts look for new Commvault CEO to automate, orchestrate

Experts say new Commvault CEO Sanjay Mirchandani is qualified for his new job, while the vendor still has some challenges to overcome in the face of a competitive, dynamic market.
February 13, 2019 13 Feb'19
Amazon tightens requirements on AWS managed service providers

Changes to AWS' program for managed service providers challenge MSPs to raise their standards through certifications, audits and customer input.
January 18, 2019 18 Jan'19
DXC, Citrix partner on Saab digital workspace platform

A digital workspace platform at Saab combines components from DXC, a global systems integrator, and Citrix, which sees opportunities beyond virtualization; more news from the week.

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Cloud, edge, technology for small businesses top 2019 trends

From the cloud 'foundation of innovation' to intelligent edge computing, channel partners will have numerous technology developments to consider in 2019. Continue Reading
Cloud trends in 2019: Cost struggle, skills gap to continue

IT service providers should have their hands full in 2019 helping enterprise customers deal with cloud cost management in expanding multi-cloud environments. Continue Reading
How to thrive in the platform economy

Leading companies need to build dynamic ecosystems and deploy next-generation platforms to gain a competitive edge, says Ramadurai Ramalingam, managing director at Accenture. Continue Reading

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Microsoft Azure migration: Accenture team supports Carlsberg

A more agile infrastructure was among the benefits of an Azure migration at brewer Carlsberg Group. An Accenture-led team assisted with the cloud transition. Continue Reading
MSP market rides M&A momentum into 2019

Last year's mergers and acquisitions spree looks set to continue into 2019, as buyers look for geographic reach and skills that span multiple public cloud platforms. Continue Reading
VMware partners craft managed services for AWS offering

VMware Cloud on AWS: Partners are stepping up to provide managed services around the hybrid cloud offering that combines VMware's virtualization products and the AWS public cloud. Continue Reading

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Cloud migration planning: Assess workloads now to avoid trouble later

Organizations that take the time to assess workloads, identify dependencies and educate themselves on cloud security tools can set a smooth path for a public cloud deployment. Continue Reading
Integrating legacy systems, hybrid clouds: Channel partner tips

Channel partners need not flinch at legacy systems and cloud integration. An application audit, attention to latency issues and a solid connectivity model can help ease the task. Continue Reading
Channel partners see customers uncloud: Reverse cloud migration strategy

Channel partners report that a small but increasing number of customers are moving some or all of their applications off the cloud. Continue Reading