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2026 Stories
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June 12, 2026
12Jun2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Leaseweb, Goldilock Secure, NCC Group, ConnectWise, Smarttech247, Pax8, Ten10 Solutions and Scale Factory Continue Reading
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June 12, 2026
12Jun2026
News
SCC Middle East move will bolster AI knowledge
Move by channel player into the region puts it at the centre of an area quick to adopt and deploy artificial intelligence tools and services Continue Reading
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June 11, 2026
11Jun2026
News
Advania shares AI lessons
Channel player’s experiences selling AI shine a light on where partners can make a difference around the technology Continue Reading
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June 11, 2026
11Jun2026
News
NCC Group outlines cyber future
Firm concludes strategic review, ruling out a sale, and will operate as a security and services player Continue Reading
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June 10, 2026
10Jun2026
News
Distribution plays a key role at AWS
The move by several distributors to work more closely with Amazon Web Services is having quite an impact, according to the hyperscaler’s UK channel boss Continue Reading
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June 09, 2026
09Jun2026
News
The MSP coding renaissance has begun
The channel is spotting gaps and coming up with its own solutions to help fix customer problems Continue Reading
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June 09, 2026
09Jun2026
News
Partners can help secure AI and increase trust
Context and Veeam underline the challenges and importance of securing artificial intelligence, while Arrow takes steps to increase partner skills around the technology Continue Reading
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June 08, 2026
08Jun2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
We highlight a few personnel moves of note at Cloudera, Nebula, Assured Data Protection and Black & White Engineering Continue Reading
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June 08, 2026
08Jun2026
News
Zoom directing partners to UC and CC opportunities
Collaboration player has seen its share of the unified comms and contact centre markets rise Continue Reading
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June 05, 2026
05Jun2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
We take a look at developments this week at Bechtle, Arrow, Artefact, Jigsaw24, SolarWinds and Snom Continue Reading
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June 05, 2026
05Jun2026
News
Zero Networks and partners taking on micro-segmentation myths
Security player Zero Networks is keen to challenge misconceptions around its technology and to work with the channel to widen its market Continue Reading
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June 05, 2026
05Jun2026
News
Advania CEO says possible further acquisitions ahead
Two acquisitions have been struck so far this year in Iceland and Denmark, but Advania’s CEO says more deals could be sealed Continue Reading
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June 04, 2026
04Jun2026
News
SMEs shifting from retail IT purchases to resellers
Demand for higher-spec hardware and infrastructure is driving more small customers into the arms of the traditional channel Continue Reading
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June 04, 2026
04Jun2026
News
CyberSentriq welcomes CEO to accelerate MSP focus
Security player ushers in a trio of senior appointments as the firm looks to start its next chapter a year after it emerged into the market Continue Reading
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June 03, 2026
03Jun2026
News
Security still an engine for channel growth
In a week that is all about security views, programmes and divestments have been shared and made by ALSO, Insight and Optiv Continue Reading
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June 03, 2026
03Jun2026
News
Island takes considered approach to channel expansion
Security player has started with a couple of UK partners and is increasing investment in its channel, and is now keen to ensure it can support focused relationships Continue Reading
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June 01, 2026
01Jun2026
In Depth
The need for the human touch in an AI-dominated world
Even in the age of artificial intelligence, the great strength of the channel – people selling to people – remains as important as ever Continue Reading
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June 01, 2026
01Jun2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
Personnel moves announced at HP, G.Network, EfficiencyIT, Comms365 and Guardz Continue Reading
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June 01, 2026
01Jun2026
News
Redcentric continues on MSP journey
Firm shares trading update and welcomes fresh CFO as it pursues its path to becoming a pure-play MSP Continue Reading
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May 29, 2026
29May2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Climb, Kainos, Hyland and BT Business Continue Reading
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May 29, 2026
29May2026
News
PC market shifting to higher ASP models
Latest market research from Context indicates customers are opting for higher-spec models with bigger price tags Continue Reading
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May 29, 2026
29May2026
In Depth
Five-minute interview: Jon Lingard, New Relic
Jon Lingard, global head of alliances and channels at New Relic, tells MicroScope how a cat serves as his alarm clock and impresses on us the importance of first impressions and being present Continue Reading
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May 28, 2026
28May2026
News
Computacenter extends US reach with GAI buy
Channel player seals its second North American deal this year as it continues to expand on the other side of the Atlantic Continue Reading
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May 28, 2026
28May2026
In Depth
Five-minute interview: Shawn Toldo, dbt Labs
Shawn Toldo, vice-president of the worldwide partner organisation at dbt Labs, tells us about his passion for technology and how curiosity and focus are key to success Continue Reading
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May 27, 2026
27May2026
News
Advania extends AI skills with Evolv buy
Channel player adds Icelandic business to the portfolio as it looks to deepen autonomous capabilities Continue Reading
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May 27, 2026
27May2026
News
TD Synnex continues to bolster Microsoft support
Distributor providing UK team to support CSPs, while ANS cements its position as an Azure specialist Continue Reading
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May 26, 2026
26May2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
Personnel moves of note in the last week at OVHcloud, Zoom, Skillsoft Beyond Now, Jamf, Keepit as well as AND Digital Continue Reading
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May 26, 2026
26May2026
News
Software and services shift benefits Westcon-Comstor
Distributor shares full-year numbers as it continues to look for higher-value business and areas that deliver recurring revenues Continue Reading
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May 22, 2026
22May2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at JFrog, Dell, Onceom, Westcon-Comstor, Phoenix Software and TD Synnex Continue Reading
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May 22, 2026
22May2026
News
Opswat signals file security opportunity
Security player is keen to recruit partners that can plug the gap leaving customers exposed to significant risk Continue Reading
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May 22, 2026
22May2026
Opinion
The hybrid shift: Where workloads are headed
Mark Lewis, chief marketing officer at Pulsant, shares some view on how to manage shifting workload patterns Continue Reading
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May 22, 2026
22May2026
News
AI demand benefits Softcat
Channel player shares Q3 trading update and revises its expectations for the full-year upwards Continue Reading
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May 21, 2026
21May2026
News
UK Connect offers engineers as a service
Firm looks to help MSPs and resellers plug expertise gaps with an on-demand offering Continue Reading
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May 20, 2026
20May2026
News
Context reveals shift in security preferences
The European market has returned to growth, but spending is happening in a few areas at the expense of more traditional tools Continue Reading
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May 19, 2026
19May2026
News
Hardware being destroyed by users fearful of data leaks
In an effort to ensure data leaks won’t came back and haunt them, significant numbers of customers are dumping machines that could have a second life Continue Reading
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May 19, 2026
19May2026
News
Westcon-Comstor and TD Synnex roll out partner white-label offerings
Channel players launch services that can be taken up by partners keen to extend their own capabilities and visibility in the market Continue Reading
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May 18, 2026
18May2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
We round up some people moves of note over the past week at Jigsaw24, Sage, Cycloid, Gigamon and SecurEnvoy Continue Reading
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May 18, 2026
18May2026
News
Demand for AI visibility presents channel opportunity
Logicalis indicates there is a strong play for those able to shine a light on where artificial intelligence is being used across customer organisations Continue Reading
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May 15, 2026
15May2026
News
HPE settles on global distribution partners
As the vendor unifies its channel activities, it has chosen two channel giants to provide global distribution coverage Continue Reading
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May 15, 2026
15May2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Arrow Electronics, Jigsaw24, Smarttech247, Westcoast, Netgear, QBS Software and Ekco UK Continue Reading
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May 15, 2026
15May2026
News
ANS adds AI to Academy offering
Channel player gets the chance to add more AI and automation skills courses to its existing Academy Continue Reading
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May 14, 2026
14May2026
News
Ahead expands across Europe with acquisition and senior hire
Firm invests in more facilities and expertise, and seals deal to expand reach across the continent Continue Reading
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May 14, 2026
14May2026
News
BT Wholesale: Customers will switch for better security
Comms player shares findings from a report that highlights the importance users place around security and reliable connectivity Continue Reading
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May 13, 2026
13May2026
News
Security slips on SME priority list
MSPs indicate many customers now rank dealing with rising costs and inflation as coming in ahead of their fears of being hit by a ransomware attack Continue Reading
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May 12, 2026
12May2026
News
AI dominating the channel agenda
Report has underlined the sense that artificial intelligence tools and services will have a significant impact on partner revenues Continue Reading
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May 12, 2026
12May2026
News
Software and services deliver for Bytes
A decent second half helped channel player Bytes to deliver a solid set of full-year numbers Continue Reading
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May 12, 2026
12May2026
Opinion
How hardware manufacturers can overcome the storage supply squeeze
Nick Rogers, founder and group chair of the Exacta Group, sheds light on the global storage supply crisis which has led to purchasing of components for data centres that haven’t been built for AI projects that don’t yet exist Continue Reading
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May 11, 2026
11May2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
Personnel moves of note in the past week at SCC, TXP, Vertiv, Eficode, One Identity, Netwrix, Paessler and AutoRek Continue Reading
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May 11, 2026
11May2026
News
Context: Customers investing in higher-spec refurbished PCs
Refurbished PC market shows revenue growth as customers seek alternative equipment sources in face of memory shortages Continue Reading
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May 08, 2026
08May2026
News
Illumio taps into rising segmentation awareness
With Illumio seeing its channel base grow thanks to zero-trust segmentation, the firm makes extra moves to capitalise on its benefits Continue Reading
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May 08, 2026
08May2026
E-Zine
MicroScope: Weathering the supply chain storm
In this issue, learn about what lessons industry experts are collecting from the memory shortage and the ongoing troubles with the supply chain. Also discover whether AI’s impact on costs means it is time to rethink device refresh strategies Continue Reading
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May 07, 2026
07May2026
News
Demand for AI and hardware bolsters CDW Q1 numbers
Firm’s first-quarter results make it evident that customers are looking to secure storage and hardware, as well as cranking up their investments in artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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May 07, 2026
07May2026
News
Technology innovations should improve life for partners
Innovations coming from WatchGuard, Inforcer and CrowdStrike indicate a growing trend among the vendor community to use the latest tools to work with their channel bases Continue Reading
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May 06, 2026
06May2026
News
Channel players gain King’s Awards
QBS Software, KOcycle and Sumillion are among a select number of firms that have been recognised for their business and sustainability efforts Continue Reading
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May 06, 2026
06May2026
News
Kubus adds AV muscle with TenTechnology buy
Managed networking and infrastructure player hits the acquisition trail to support its growth ambitions Continue Reading
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May 05, 2026
05May2026
News
Climb keeps EMEA expansion going
Distributor cuts the ribbon on a South African presence as it continues to widen its global coverage Continue Reading
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May 01, 2026
01May2026
News
Xvantage delivers again for Ingram Micro in Q1
Distributor continues its move towards positioning as a platform company as it shares progress in its Q1 results Continue Reading
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May 01, 2026
01May2026
News
Microsoft pitches introduction of 365 E7 as a channel opportunity
Microsoft’s 365 E7 mixes per-seat and consumption models to provide coverage of user activity levels in the AI era Continue Reading
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May 01, 2026
01May2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Restore Technology, Westcon-Comstor, Nebula Global Services, Creative ITC, Pax8 and Apogee Continue Reading
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April 30, 2026
30Apr2026
News
ANS shares rewards of investing in young talent
Channel player ANS has been running an academy to recruit and train the next wave of tech workers Continue Reading
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April 30, 2026
30Apr2026
News
Version 1 and Integris hit the acquisition trial
Channel consolidation continues with managed service players adding more geographical coverage and expertise Continue Reading
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April 29, 2026
29Apr2026
News
Rebrand ushers in O2 Business
O2 Daisy gets a fresh name, but the ambition to reduce technology complexity for users remains Continue Reading
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April 28, 2026
28Apr2026
In Depth
Five-minute interview: Zair Abbas, Okta
The latest channel executive to share some personal insights is Okta’s partner ecosystem lead for EMEA Continue Reading
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April 24, 2026
24Apr2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Target Components, Everpure, Also, Peer Software, Brother UK and ISACA Continue Reading
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April 24, 2026
24Apr2026
News
Defining value is key to unlocking fresh MSP business, says Kaseya
Kaseya research into the managed services highlights the main challenges faced by MSPs, with one of the vendor’s channel leads discussing how these problems can be overcome Continue Reading
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April 24, 2026
24Apr2026
News
Computacenter updates on solid Q1
Firm issues trading statement that reveals it has started 2026 well and is confident it can maintain momentum Continue Reading
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April 22, 2026
22Apr2026
News
Managed services demand drives Advania growth
Firm lifts the lid on last year’s financial performance, with its ability to serve public and private sectors emerging as a key advantage Continue Reading
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April 21, 2026
21Apr2026
News
MSPs must get customers ready for AI
There is a real appetite for artificial intelligence, but many businesses don’t know where to start with it, which is where the channel comes in Continue Reading
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April 20, 2026
20Apr2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
People moves of note at Brother, Commvault, iManage, Paessler, Strider Technologies and Synaxon UK Continue Reading
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April 20, 2026
20Apr2026
News
Abacus expands incident response as Kocho reveals users are struggling
As one managed security specialist increases the support it can provide from its UK base, another exposes the issues faced by users once a breach has been identified Continue Reading
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April 17, 2026
17Apr2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments of note this week from Kaseya, Azul, PFU, Gartner, 10ZiG Technology, Veeam Software and Medallia Continue Reading
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April 17, 2026
17Apr2026
News
GTDC: Distribution key to AI success
If artificial intelligence tools and services are going to grow, distribution with its delivery and enablement skills is going to be a significant part of the equation Continue Reading
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April 16, 2026
16Apr2026
News
Redsquid and Axians UK hitting acquisition trail
The channel players have been busy sealing deals that will enhance their positions in a competitive market Continue Reading
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April 15, 2026
15Apr2026
News
ControlUp looks for channel growth after hitting ARR milestone
Autonomous endpoint management player is keen to expand its partner base and build on the momentum it has built up in the past year Continue Reading
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April 15, 2026
15Apr2026
News
N-able calls on MSPs to focus on business resiliency
Protecting customer data needs to start early and last longer if the channel is going to provide SMEs with the support they need Continue Reading
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April 14, 2026
14Apr2026
News
CloudClevr shares growth ambitions, while Everything Tech Group wraps up acquisition of Nexstor
As one MSP shares the progress after a spate of acquisitions, another is busy wrapping up a deal to add more expertise around data infrastructure Continue Reading
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April 14, 2026
14Apr2026
News
Infosec 2026: The Channel Zone returns
After a successful introduction at last year’s show, Infosecurity Europe event director Bradley Maule-ffinch shares plans for this year’s Channel Zone when the show opens at Excel in June Continue Reading
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April 13, 2026
13Apr2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
Moves in the past week at CirrusHQ, Alteryx, Creative ITC, Black & White Engineering and AlphaSense Continue Reading
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April 13, 2026
13Apr2026
News
Climb CEO sets sights on further M&A across Europe
Foray into Greece earlier this year will not be the last move made by distributor Climb, according to its CEO Continue Reading
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April 09, 2026
09Apr2026
News
PC market enjoys growth in Q1
In what could be one of the last good quarters before shortages make their full impact, Omdia tracks an improvement in global shipments Continue Reading
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April 08, 2026
08Apr2026
News
Rapid7 enhances Pact programme after partner feedback
The raft of enhancements to its Pact programme have come as a result of listening to its channel community Continue Reading
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April 08, 2026
08Apr2026
News
Hammer moves to dispel AI confusion
Distributor looks to make it easier for partners to devise, pitch and prove that artificial intelligence will work for customers Continue Reading
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April 07, 2026
07Apr2026
In Depth
Facing the pressure caused by supply chain shortages
The channel has experience dealing with supply chain constraints – and in the face of the latest challenges, it is looking to lean on those lessons Continue Reading
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April 07, 2026
07Apr2026
News
BGF backs Fivium as UST buys Intecrowd
The role of private equity in the channel continues as there is consolidation elsewhere in the Workday partner ecosystem Continue Reading
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April 02, 2026
02Apr2026
News
Advania bolsters executive team
Managed services player adds fresh talent, while ERP specialist Syspro’s CRO is promoted to lead the business Continue Reading
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April 02, 2026
02Apr2026
Opinion
As AI drives up memory costs, is it time to rethink your device strategy?
Now might be the time to reconsider strategies around refresh cycles, argues Mikhail Ishkhanov, senior director of product strategy and sales enablement at SOTI Continue Reading
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April 02, 2026
02Apr2026
Opinion
The MSP blind spot in telco ecosystem strategies
Angus Ward, CEO of Beyond Now, shares some insights into opportunities some in the managed services world could be missing out on Continue Reading
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April 01, 2026
01Apr2026
News
Trust lacking in the security world
There is a need for the channel to work harder to represent vendors that are failing to generate customer confidence Continue Reading
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March 31, 2026
31Mar2026
News
CMA turns spotlight on Microsoft software ecosystem
Investigation announced to look into vendor’s licensing practices and potential impact on competition Continue Reading
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March 31, 2026
31Mar2026
News
Backup Day puts the focus on data protection
World Backup Day provides the channel with a chance to encourage customers to get on top of problems around storing their data correctly and safely, especially in the age of AI Continue Reading
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March 30, 2026
30Mar2026
News
Aspire back in M&A mode with NVT Group move
Firm seals its third deal in the space of two years as it continues to bolster its position north of the border Continue Reading
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March 30, 2026
30Mar2026
News
Channel moves: Who’s gone where?
Personnel moves of note at Exabeam, CirrusHQ, Version 1 and Cellnex Continue Reading
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March 27, 2026
27Mar2026
News
Trust a key factor in customer buying decisions
Brother UK’s quizzing of both customers and resellers found that trusted partners and vendors could win business at a premium Continue Reading
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March 27, 2026
27Mar2026
News
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments of note this week at Insight, TD Synnex, Arrow Electronics, Bulletproof, Netrio and Cambridge Management Consulting Continue Reading
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March 27, 2026
27Mar2026
News
SMEs keen to work with partners on AI
Research from Pax8 exposes some flaws in the approach many customers are taking to deployments, and the acknowledgement that they need to work with the channel Continue Reading
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March 27, 2026
27Mar2026
Opinion
Insider risk management trends and tips for IT Leaders
The acceleration of AI has given a fresh dimension to insider threats and increased the security steps customers need to consider Continue Reading
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March 26, 2026
26Mar2026
News
Hyperscalers spending to differentiate their cloud services
Ensuring firms are in a position to support increasing AI demands is driving growth in the infrastructure services market Continue Reading
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March 26, 2026
26Mar2026
News
Point74 bolsters platform with QUOR tie-up
Food industry specialist makes move to add increased quality management options into its offering Continue Reading
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March 25, 2026
25Mar2026
News
Security market shifts to MSP, identity and infrastructure
Market analysis from Context reveals a market undergoing evolution that is driven by customer demands Continue Reading
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March 24, 2026
24Mar2026
News
Ignition Technology lands in North America
Distributor sets sights on making an impact with its specialist approach on the other side of the Atlantic Continue Reading