Software for managed service providers

News, features and trend analysis on software for managed services providers. Read about the latest developments in operating systems, front- and back-office systems, DevOps and mobile app development.

August 20, 2019 20 Aug'19
Google Cloud partner deal with DXC targets SAP migration

A new alliance uniting IT services firm DXC Technology with Google will focus on artificial intelligence and SAP migration as opportunities for collaboration.
July 24, 2019 24 Jul'19
Microsoft Teams platform emerges as training, governance opportunity

Microsoft Teams governance, training and other services are emerging as business opportunities for channel partners working with Microsoft's collaboration platform.
July 11, 2019 11 Jul'19
Microsoft Partner Network licensing changes put channel on alert

Some MPN members question Microsoft IUR policy changes, but other channel execs see the product licensing shift as business as usual in the reseller and service provider space.
June 06, 2019 06 Jun'19
No-code app development vendor Crowd Machine bets on channel

Crowd Machine is enlisting help from channel partners as it bids to differentiate itself in the growing no-code app development platform marketplace.

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How to install and configure vCenter Update Manager

Follow these steps to install and configure VMware vCenter Update Manager, which can help solution providers with patching hosts and virtual machines. Continue Reading
network convergence

Network convergence is the efficient coexistence of telephone, video and data communication within a single network. Continue Reading
Unified communications market sees demand for customized offerings

Channel partners can use unified communications APIs to help customers simplify business workflows. Learn about this niche opportunity and what trends will shape the market. Continue Reading

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Green House Data adds patching automation to its software segue

Green House Data's Beekeeper patch automation product is a component of the managed IT and advisory services company's differentiation-via-software approach. Continue Reading
Skype-to-Teams migration revs Microsoft partner services

Microsoft partners believe organizations will be in the market for migration planning, change management and governance services as they migrate from Skype to Teams. Continue Reading
Accenture Labs explores quantum computing applications

Accenture Labs has patented a method for identifying workloads suitable for quantum computing applications, which the company believes will span scientific and business use cases. Continue Reading

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How to manage Windows 7 user accounts and groups

Whether your customers operate in a workgroup or a domain/Active Directory environment, user account setup and group memberships control their rights, permissions and roles. Continue Reading
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
Filter and query Windows event logs with PowerShell

Use the Get-EventLog cmdlet in PowerShell to pinpoint problems among thousands of entries in Windows logs, on both local and remote systems. Continue Reading

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Addressing the data problem in a DevOps world

There's a data problem underlying the shift to the cloud, cloud-native applications and the demands of the DevOps world. Insight's Jeff Bozic discusses the issues. Continue Reading
Choosing the best OS: Linux server vs. Windows Server

When determining the best server OS for a data center, you have Windows Server and multiple Linux options. For both, you'll want to look at vendor support, cost and functionality. Continue Reading
Top 25 list of Windows PowerShell commands for administrators

Getting started with PowerShell or just need a quick refresher? This tip lists the most common PowerShell commands, with details on when to use them. Continue Reading