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News, tips and features on managed cloud services. Read about the latest technologies and trends shaping IaaS, SaaS, hybrid clouds, multi-cloud management and cloud security services.

August 31, 2021 31 Aug'21
2nd Watch blends cloud offerings, pro services amid growth

The professional services and managed cloud company has set its sights on M&A in 2022. The firm also seeks to develop an integrated service experience under new leadership.
August 27, 2021 27 Aug'21
AWS MSSP competency program opens up to partners

A new AWS program will validate the skill sets and processes of MSSP partners, creating a means for security firms to competitively differentiate themselves; more IT channel news.
August 13, 2021 13 Aug'21
SADA, Intel collaborate in Google Cloud optimization program

Through a new partnership, SADA and Intel engineers will fine-tune customers' Google Cloud Platform environments; other IT channel news.
July 27, 2021 27 Jul'21
Microsoft Inspire 2021 news and conference guide

At its annual global partner conference, Microsoft will reveal its key priorities for the upcoming year. Read on for news and analysis from Microsoft Inspire 2021.

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Why Microsoft 365, Windows 365 matter for IT services firms

Office 365, Microsoft 365 and Windows 365 differ not only in their feature sets and capabilities, but in the opportunities they afford service providers. Continue Reading
DRaaS vs. BaaS: Compare 2 data protection options

While DRaaS and BaaS can simplify data protection operations, they aren't right for all IT shops. Learn the differences between the two technologies -- and the potential risks. Continue Reading
Accenture: 4 areas every cloud strategy must cover

Organizations have begun to tackle new challenges involving their cloud strategies. Here are four facets that channel partners can help clients address. Continue Reading

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Cisco routes to market expand amid cloud marketplace growth

Cisco cited a significant shift toward the cloud and a decline in reselling. However, the company said resellers will remain important to its sales approach. Continue Reading
Understand the 5 main benefits of hybrid cloud for businesses

Why choose between public cloud and private systems when you can have both? With hybrid cloud, enterprises can address workload requirements, business demands and budgetary needs. Continue Reading
AWS Outposts vs. Azure Stack vs. Google Anthos hybrid storage

Explore the essential buy-in, deployment, implementation and management factors organizations should consider when comparing these major hybrid cloud storage services. Continue Reading

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Use colocation and cloud together

Rather than deciding between cloud or colocation, consider using both cloud and colocation. Colocation can support a hybrid cloud environment and help cut down on cloud costs. Continue Reading
Explore the benefits of data center as a service

For organizations that might struggle to purchase and maintain their own data centers, they can turn to DCaaS, which enables them to lease data center facilities from a provider. Continue Reading
SADA's FinOps lead sheds light on an emerging field

In this Q&A, SADA's Rich Hoyer discusses the fundamentals of FinOps, why it's gaining visibility, and the conundrum of cloud technology and its value to customers. Continue Reading

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Digital maturity laggards play catchup, consultants say

Companies behind the curve of digital transformation can close the gap on digital business leaders, according to professional services firms. Continue Reading
3 tips to improve data management in the cloud

Many organizations face substantial challenges in collecting, storing and using data in the cloud. Here are three ways solution providers can help. Continue Reading
Multi-cloud services grow increasingly important for MSPs

As organizations expand their multi-cloud environments, they'll look to partners for support and expertise. It's time for the channel to board the multi-cloud train, experts say. Continue Reading