VAR to MSP challenges
Explore news, trend analysis articles and case studies to help you make the changeover from the VAR business model to managed services. Learn more about VAR-to-MSP challenges.
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VAR to MSP challenges News
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July 19, 2018
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Jul'18
SolarWinds: MSP Pulse can shed light on business transformation
SolarWinds MSP believes channel partners targeting the managed services model can gain insight into their transition using a new benchmarking tool dubbed MSP Pulse.
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June 01, 2018
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Jun'18
Sophos partners adopt MSP model as clients outsource security
Sophos said it will look to provide its partners with greater access to its in-house expertise as the security vendor's partner base moves toward the MSP model; more news from the week.
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March 30, 2011
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Mar'11
More HP VARs dive into managed print services
Hewlett-Packard's new mobile and cloud push boosts its MPS pitch to partners.
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May 14, 2010
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May'10
More VARs are selling managed services as vendor strife spreads
Selling managed services helps VARs promote their own brand and value versus that of their vendor partners.
VAR to MSP challenges Get Started
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monthly recurring revenue (MRR)
Monthly recurring revenue (MRR) is income a company can reliably anticipate every 30 days and one of the key metrics for channel partner companies. Continue Reading
Evaluate VAR to MSP challenges Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Liability insurance policies: Tips for covering MSP businesses
With the IT landscape growing more complex, liability insurance policies may be a necessity for MSPs. But MSPs should ensure they get the right coverage for their business model. Continue Reading
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The true IT MSP model: Why are you still doing break/fix?
The managed services business model has been around for years. So why can't some IT services firms break their reliance on break/fix work? Continue Reading
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IT distribution strategy: Distributors upping investments in enablement
The IT distribution strategy is shifting away from products and toward enablement around services, solutions and industries. Continue Reading
Manage VAR to MSP challenges
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Restructuring your sales staff for a managed services model
Making the transition to managed services can be tough on the sales staff. Many won't be able to make the move. Continue Reading
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Managed services provider hype -- can we please get a grip?
Managed services providers are not new, not revolutionary, and not getting enough respect. Continue Reading