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Channel Business Management
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April 17, 2020
17
Apr'20
How Covid-19 has turned the IT events calendar on its head
With coronavirus restrictions in place, IT vendors are replacing their conferences with digital events. What does this mean for the channel?
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April 17, 2020
17
Apr'20
Certification exams move online
Training bodies have reacted to the lockdown with moves to make it easier for resellers brushing up on their skills to sit exams
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April 16, 2020
16
Apr'20
No pause for the funding rounds
Over the past few days, there have been a few lucky firms securing more investment to bulk up their growth ambitions
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April 16, 2020
16
Apr'20
Coronavirus: e92plus increasing practical support for resellers
Distributor e92plus increases financial aid for partners that want to keep the customer orders flowing
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April 15, 2020
15
Apr'20
SecureAge and ITQuoter on the hunt for partners
The Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic has not stopped some fresh arrivals landing in the UK with the intention of building up a channel base
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April 15, 2020
15
Apr'20
Coronavirus: Dell makes moves to ease channel finances
With the current challenges caused by Covid-19, the supplier has made changes to its MDF programmes to make life easier for the channel
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April 09, 2020
09
Apr'20
Helping existing customers is key for Forcepoint channel
Recently appointed EMEA vice-president of sales shares his view of how Forcepoint channel will get through the coronavirus and grow in the future
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April 08, 2020
08
Apr'20
F5 on the hunt for DevOps channel specialists
Security player is keen to make sure it has the resellers signed up to support its recent acquisitions
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April 07, 2020
07
Apr'20
SonicWall enhances MSSP proposition
Security player continues to develop the support it can provide to the growing managed security services provider community
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April 07, 2020
07
Apr'20
Coronavirus: BT’s response to maintain service levels
Telecoms player is taking steps to arm partners with more support and minimise risks for those still working in the field
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April 07, 2020
07
Apr'20
Computacenter bosses sacrifice pay in solidarity with workers
Leaders of the channel giant decide to go without pay for the next three months to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with furloughed staff
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April 06, 2020
06
Apr'20
Channel round-up: Who’s gone where?
The job appointments keep coming, despite the lockdown, with some movement across the industry in the past week
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April 06, 2020
06
Apr'20
Exclusive Networks sets up coronavirus support hub
Distributor steps up support it can provide resellers during these difficult times
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April 03, 2020
03
Apr'20
Coronavirus: Extreme makes partner programme changes to up support
Extreme Networks has become the latest vendor to use the tools in its partner programme to increase the support it can give resellers in this difficult time
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April 02, 2020
02
Apr'20
Coronavirus: HP increases partner support
Vendor reacts to the ongoing pandemic with moves designed to make life easier for partners and their customers
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April 01, 2020
01
Apr'20
Softcat weighs up furry choice
Channel player raises thousands for Mind as part of its April’s Fool campaign
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March 31, 2020
31
Mar'20
Coronavirus: Distributors can take a lead
Head of the Global Technology Distribution Council shares his thoughts on the Covid-19 crisis
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March 30, 2020
30
Mar'20
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
No matter where the human resources departments are operating from, the need to keep actively hiring fresh talent continues unabated
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March 30, 2020
30
Mar'20
Coronavirus: Partners add value as customers adapt to lockdown
Face-to-face meetings might not be an option, but the channel can still help users as they adapt to a new reality
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March 27, 2020
27
Mar'20
Coronavirus: Channel braces for challenging second quarter
There are growing signs that it is getting harder for partners and vendors to predict what will come next
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March 25, 2020
25
Mar'20
Brown to step down at Softcat as Hockin emerges at Arcserve
Softcat managing director announces his intention to step down at the end of the reseller’s current fiscal year
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March 25, 2020
25
Mar'20
Computacenter buying and Tech Data fighting in France
There is plenty going on over the other side of the Channel at the moment as Computacenter looks to expand and Tech Data and Ingram counter fines dished out by the French authorities
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March 20, 2020
20
Mar'20
Cherwell extends platform depth with developer support
IT services management specialist Cherwell has launched its Marketplace as it looks to extend the options in its CORE platform
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March 20, 2020
20
Mar'20
Tech bosses share messages of support with channel partners
A raft of CEOs from the largest vendors have assured partners that they are working to protect supplies during the coronavirus crisis
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March 19, 2020
19
Mar'20
Fortinet offers partner flexibility with Engage programme
Security player Fortinet has launched its partner programme with a conscious move to provide several options for partners looking to work with the vendor
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March 18, 2020
18
Mar'20
Covid-19: Suppliers arm the channel with free options
A range of suppliers have responded to the spread of coronavirus by making their technology free for partners to deliver for a limited time
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March 18, 2020
18
Mar'20
Atlas Cloud secures significant investment
North-East-based managed services specialist gains backing to expand the business
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March 18, 2020
18
Mar'20
Covid-19: Chancellor offers further financial support to SMEs
Government ramping up support for firms struggling with cash flow problems amid the growing impact of coronavirus
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March 17, 2020
17
Mar'20
Maplin boss looking to extend supply chain
The managing director of online electronics retailer Maplin is looking to grow the business, accepting that it will need to widen its supplier network
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March 16, 2020
16
Mar'20
Channel round-up: Who’s gone where?
A few executives on the move as firms look to bring on board expertise to support growth ambitions
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March 13, 2020
13
Mar'20
Coronavirus sparks remote working demand
The channel is in a prime position to help customers keep going through the coronavirus crisis by enabling more flexible working methods
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March 12, 2020
12
Mar'20
StorageCraft and eSentire increase channel focus
Vendors StorageCraft and eSentire have indicated that they will double-down on channel efforts as they look for more growth across the rest of 2020
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March 12, 2020
12
Mar'20
Stritt appointment adds to momentum at SentinelOne
Endpoint security specialist continues to add depth to its EMEA operations with the introduction of a seasoned channel chief
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March 12, 2020
12
Mar'20
Computacenter boss shares coronavirus concerns after solid 2019
Last year was a solid one for Computacenter, but the firm's CEO has indicated that Covid-19 is making forecasting for 2020 a challenge
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March 11, 2020
11
Mar'20
Budget: SMEs given support in the face of Covid-19
The chancellor announces measures in the Spring Budget to help small to medium-sized enterprises that could be hit hard by further spread of coronavirus Covid-19
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March 11, 2020
11
Mar'20
Cloud security concerns remain an issue
The argument that cloud security has been dealt with appear premature, according to research
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March 10, 2020
10
Mar'20
HPE marks a year of the Tech Pro Community
Vendor shares progress on growth numbers and interactions within its tech community
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March 10, 2020
10
Mar'20
Giacom, Renewtrak and Apstra reach out to partners
Activity to reach out to partners continues as distributors and vendors look to extend market influence
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March 09, 2020
09
Mar'20
Dell Technologies World joins growing list of events hit by Covid-19
Dell opts to turn its annual Vegas shindig into a virtual event as Covid-19 coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the industry calendar
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March 09, 2020
09
Mar'20
Channel round-up: Who’s gone where?
HR departments across the industry remain busy thanks to a flurry of executive appointments over the past seven days
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March 06, 2020
06
Mar'20
Tech Data shares final FY numbers before Apollo takes off
Global distributor Tech Data has released the last set of full year results before it changes ownership in a few months
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March 06, 2020
06
Mar'20
Commvault channel chief looking to increase relevance
This is going to be a big year for Commvault’s channel chief, Mercer Rowe, as he looks to ensure that partners get the message about the benefits of working with the vendor
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March 05, 2020
05
Mar'20
CompTIA teams up with SkillsTX to extend training reach
Industry group is keen to get its certifications in front of more users and forms partnership with platform provider
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March 04, 2020
04
Mar'20
Riverbed refocuses on its roots
Vendor returns to the core business that made its reputation, with partners being encouraged to embrace performance and visibility strategy
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March 03, 2020
03
Mar'20
VMware cuts the ribbon on Partner Connect
The supplier has been getting partners ready for the launch of its revised programme, and has indicated that hundreds have already gained top-tier status
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March 03, 2020
03
Mar'20
Xerox moves to bring HP takeover saga to a conclusion
Channel businesses might not have to wait too much longer for outcome as Xerox appeals directly to HP shareholders
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March 02, 2020
02
Mar'20
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
Another busy week, with executives shuffling and getting the chance to make a difference in fresh roles
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March 02, 2020
02
Mar'20
Feeling the impact of coronavirus
Although the number of cases in the UK is still low, there have already been some issues for the channel to deal with
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February 28, 2020
28
Feb'20
HP Reinvent joins list of partner events hit by Covid-19
Vendor is the latest to react to the ongoing spread of coronavirus by opting to move its channel event to later in the year
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February 27, 2020
27
Feb'20
Are users ready as coronavirus sparks more remote working?
More firms are starting to send staff home as the coronavirus continues to spread, but there are concerns their technology is not up to supporting more remote access
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February 24, 2020
24
Feb'20
SCC shares insights into workplace mobility
Channel firm casts an eye over the current extent of mobile working and the consequences for customers
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February 21, 2020
21
Feb'20
AdEPT aims to raise millions to fund acquisitions
Managed service player is looking to raise millions with a share placing to provide more resources for its acquisition strategy
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February 20, 2020
20
Feb'20
Insight will move de Sousa into EMEA role
Next year will see changes in Insight’s EMEA leadership, with the current UK boss the chosen candidate to take up that role
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February 19, 2020
19
Feb'20
GTDC CEO: Promoting the value of distribution
Boss of the Global Technology Distribution Council promotes the value that its membership can bring in a world of virtual distribution
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February 17, 2020
17
Feb'20
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
It’s been another few days of movement across the industry, with personnel departments kept busy
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February 14, 2020
14
Feb'20
Forescout responds to partner feedback with Envision programme
Security player looks to improve life for partners with more predictability and greater levels of support
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February 14, 2020
14
Feb'20
Simmonds takes channel leadership role at HPE
Vendor chooses to promote from within as it continues to put the right executives in place across a unified sales operation
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February 13, 2020
13
Feb'20
Digital risk looks to be a good niche for the channel
Business leaders are concerned that their digital strategies are not going to lead them in the right direction
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February 12, 2020
12
Feb'20
Logicalis rings the changes
Channel player updates its executive line-up days after undergoing a corporate rebranding
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February 11, 2020
11
Feb'20
ScanSource adapting for digital future
Distributor makes senior appointment to coordinate its digital distribution efforts, with plans to offload physical operations gathering pace
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February 06, 2020
06
Feb'20
Avaya kicks off partner recruitment for UCaaS launch
Avaya previews first unified communications-as-a-service product Cloud Office following partnership with RingCentral
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February 05, 2020
05
Feb'20
Dell aiming to make things simple in 2020
Vendor introduces simplified management structure, clearer rebate structures and improved online tools to support partner growth
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February 04, 2020
04
Feb'20
Lexmark unifies partner programmes under Connect banner
Printer player looks to make life easier and more profitable for partners with launch of fresh global programme
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February 03, 2020
03
Feb'20
Check Point increasing subscription revenues
Just a few days after launching a fresh worldwide partner programme the security vendor has revealed the growth in its subscription offerings
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January 31, 2020
31
Jan'20
Lenovo DCG turns to channel veteran to run EMEA
Hardware player brings in former Riverbed channel executive with a history of working with partners to drive growth across the ecosystem
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January 30, 2020
30
Jan'20
Partners driving growth at Microsoft, SnapLogic and Scale Computing
A trio of vendors have shared their latest quarterly results with the channel getting a mention
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January 30, 2020
30
Jan'20
Channel could benefit from SME Brexit bounce
With the UK just hours away from officially leaving the EU it looks like many SMEs are gearing up to start spending on tech
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January 29, 2020
29
Jan'20
Resellers look to distribution to underpin 2020 ambitions
Context shares more findings from its ChannelWatch report with resellers looking for more support from their distie partners
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January 27, 2020
27
Jan'20
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Who has moved into a fresh job in the past seven days? We highlight some of those making moves in the industry in the past week
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January 24, 2020
24
Jan'20
BETT: HP hits the road to support educational partners
Vendor aims to get its education offerings out in front of customers and support resellers across the country
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January 23, 2020
23
Jan'20
BETT: Lenovo calls for more tech investment
The hardware vendor has worked on a report that indicates that money needs to be spent on tech to keep education in touch with the digital demands of the future
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January 23, 2020
23
Jan'20
Computacenter eyeing vast opportunities
Channel player shares details of strong 2019 and indicates that the future is one where it can enjoy further growth
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January 22, 2020
22
Jan'20
IT firms victims of worsening late payment situation
Last year saw the problem with invoices being settled getting worse and IT firms are struggling to get their bills paid on time
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January 22, 2020
22
Jan'20
Avaya appoints former channel boss to UK&I MD role
The comms specialist has turned to its former European channel chief to help continue its drive into the cloud
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January 21, 2020
21
Jan'20
Fresh efforts made to tackle late payment woes
Late payments have been a headache for SMEs for years but fresh attempts are being made to clamp down on the issue
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January 20, 2020
20
Jan'20
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Moves at a fairly senior level seemed to be the trend over the past week with firms looking to kick on in 2020 with some fresh talent
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January 20, 2020
20
Jan'20
Kaspersky rolls out licensing portal for MSPs
Security player aims to make licensing easier with online tools and more flexible with a monthly billing option
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January 16, 2020
16
Jan'20
Skills crisis threatens to derail customer growth ambitions
Getting hold of talent is top of the list of concerns for UK tech leaders and is causing many of them to cast doubts over the prospects for the industry in the next couple of years
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January 13, 2020
13
Jan'20
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Several executive moves have caught the eye over the past seven days with this roundup capturing a few of the notable ones
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January 10, 2020
10
Jan'20
Synnex splits in two with Concentrix getting its independence
Distributor is looking to gain more flexibility and focus by splitting away from the customer experience specialist Concentrix
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January 09, 2020
09
Jan'20
Desmond returns as Exclusive strengthens executive team
After a year away from his role at Exclusive Networks, Barrie Desmond has returned to the distributor alongside three other hires to add muscle to the channel player’s executive team.
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January 06, 2020
06
Jan'20
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Just a few executive changes to concentrate on the first full week back to work of 2020
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January 06, 2020
06
Jan'20
LogicMonitor planning to invest in partners
It's been almost a full twelve months since the AIOps player launched its channel programme and it is looking to build on that over the course of 2020
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December 23, 2019
23
Dec'19
Motherhood is the necessity of invention, says Mellanox channel boss
Mellanox vice-president Yael Asseraf Shenhav talks about how her employer has enabled her to thrive in a male-dominated industry and sheds light on how we can all better manage our time
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December 20, 2019
20
Dec'19
Resellers feeling good about 2020
Context has surveyed thousands of resellers across the UK and Europe and found that levels of optimism are higher than at this time last year
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December 19, 2019
19
Dec'19
VMware arming channel with skills to unlock digital opportunities
Reaping the digital transformation rewards is more than just an IT conversation and VMware's UK channel chief is taking an approach based on helping partners increase their capabilities
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December 18, 2019
18
Dec'19
Canalys reveals its Channel Champions
Analyst house places 12 vendors in the champions category for delivering high levels of support to partners
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December 17, 2019
17
Dec'19
Consenna gearing up for HP for Education programme
Channel player ready to support the eighth year of the vendor's education trade-in programme
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December 16, 2019
16
Dec'19
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Before the channel starts to go into full on festive mode there have still been some appointments worth highlighting
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December 12, 2019
12
Dec'19
HP expands channel finance options
Vendor renews its relationship with HPE and adds DLL to the mix to provide channel finance options
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December 10, 2019
10
Dec'19
SCC chief heralds solid year
The last twelve months have been busy ones for SCC and its chief executive is keen to highlight its achievements
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December 10, 2019
10
Dec'19
Stone Group undergoes an MBO
Firm goes through second MBO in the space of 11 years as it changes investment backers
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December 09, 2019
09
Dec'19
Northamber founder David Phillips passes away
The founder of Northamber has sadly died after suffering a short illness
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December 09, 2019
09
Dec'19
Sabio looks for growth with fresh CEO
Firm looks to build on six acquisitions in the last three years with a fresh face in the CEO chair
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December 05, 2019
05
Dec'19
Lenovo lifts lid on SME demands for more flexibility
The vendor has found that a significant number of staff working for SMEs would like to get access to mobile and cloud computing tools
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December 02, 2019
02
Dec'19
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
Another busy week with several comings and goings to report on from across the channel
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November 29, 2019
29
Nov'19
Veeam UK channel boss looking to widen partner support
The recently installed UK channel boss is planning to increase the support it offers a wider number of partners as well as looking to exploit its alliances for the benefit of resellers
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November 28, 2019
28
Nov'19
Apollo increases Tech Data offer to fend off rival bid
Private equity player is now prepared to pay $6bn for distributor after its original offer was trumped by a rival suitor
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November 27, 2019
27
Nov'19
Q&A: Rob Tomlin, vice-president of channels UK&I, Dell Technologies
As Rob Tomlin completes his first year as UK channel chief at Dell, it's a good time to reflect on the progress made and future goals
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November 26, 2019
26
Nov'19
Support for business and tech called for from next government
Channel and business groups set out their wish list for whoever wins the keys to Number 10 next month