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March 02, 2018
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Mar'18
Splunk partners swell under channel program framework
Big data player Splunk launched new benefits and streamlined requirements for its fast-growing partner ecosystem; other channel news from the week.
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January 17, 2018
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Jan'18
Partners plan for AWS Solution Provider Program launch
Channel partners look forward to differentiating through new AWS competencies around IoT, containers, machine learning and blockchain.
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November 17, 2017
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Nov'17
Midrange storage: More Dell EMC partner resources, incentives ahead
Dell EMC continues to make moves in the midrange storage space, adding new products, enhancements and support for channel partners; other news from the week.
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September 29, 2017
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Sep'17
Facebook partner program firms invest in Workplace
Channel partner companies are boosting their efforts to support Facebook Workplace, which is making headway among enterprise customers, such as Walmart.
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managed IT service
A managed IT service is an information technology (IT) task provided by a third-party contractor and delivered to a customer. Continue Reading
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Managed security service provider (MSSP)
A managed security service provider (MSSP) is an IT service provider that provides an organization with some amount of cybersecurity monitoring and management, which may include virus and spam blocking, intrusion detection, firewalls and virtual ... Continue Reading
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
A request for proposal (RFP) is a document that an organization, often a government agency or large enterprise, posts to elicit a response -- a formal bid -- from potential vendors for a desired IT solution. Continue Reading
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Despite GDPR penalties, cloud partners note complacency among clients
Cloud firms work busily to align their businesses with Europe's data protection legislation, but many observe a lack of urgency among clients in face of the hefty GDPR penalties. Continue Reading
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SAN storage devices: MSP finds new business in tech upgrade
Evercom, a managed services provider, was able to both upgrade its storage and find a new business opportunity when it purchased new gear from Reduxio Systems. Continue Reading
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Hybrid cloud cost optimization an ongoing opportunity for partners
For all its virtues, the hybrid cloud model can create a number of cloud cost optimization and management headaches for customers. Learn how partners can step in to help. Continue Reading
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Apple Authorized Service Provider program: ComputerCare's story
ComputerCare, a member of the Apple Authorized Service Provider program, has found a role in servicing iOS devices and meeting the repair needs of mid-size businesses. Continue Reading
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A leap into the cloud security market: The story of Fishtech
Gary Fish is no stranger to business reinvention. In 2016, he decided to transition from background in traditional cybersecurity and spin up a cloud security firm. Continue Reading
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SADA Systems helps startup with cloud, Kubernetes container management
Cloud consultant SADA Systems is supporting Smyte, a SaaS startup, in a variety of ways, including Google cloud optimization, Kubernetes support and business development. Continue Reading
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Why TIC Gums chose a cloud computing disaster recovery plan
After a manufacturer recognized the risks in having its systems and data located onsite, the company implemented a cloud computing disaster recovery plan with the help of a channel partner. Continue Reading
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Close Windows security gaps with third-party software patching
Hackers target third-party software on Windows workstations because they know the patches are often out of date. Admins can bolster security by fixing these issues. Continue Reading
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Need for speed: Demand for faster DCI technology grows
As the amount of traffic traveling between data centers explodes, both enterprises and service providers look for high-octane data center interconnect options. Continue Reading