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Cloud Computing Services
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July 07, 2022
07
Jul'22
Nerdio enhances support for MSPs
Vendor Nerdio rolls out improved partner programme to make life easier for partners supporting Microsoft Azure environments, and N-able is also bolstering its ability to support CSPs
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July 06, 2022
06
Jul'22
Xerox bulks out digital services with Go Inspire
The print and document specialist is back in the acquiring mood as it adds more depth to its services
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July 06, 2022
06
Jul'22
Node4 adds more Microsoft Azure skills with risual
Consolidation across the managed servicer provider community has continued, with two MSPs coming together
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July 01, 2022
01
Jul'22
Channel key for Google Cloud
Approach taken by public cloud player shows partners are critical to its growth ambitions
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June 30, 2022
30
Jun'22
Microsoft shows flexibility on block to legacy CSP auto-renewals
Microsoft reacts to efforts made by the channel to move to alternatives in the face of the previously proposed deadline to support next month
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June 30, 2022
30
Jun'22
Distribution delivers for Dropbox
Evolution of disties has seen them better positioned to support a wide range of partners selling into the SME customer base
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June 28, 2022
28
Jun'22
Channel confidence holds firm
Agilitas survey shines light on positive mood across IT channel as CloudCoCo H1 numbers add to evidence of growth
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June 28, 2022
28
Jun'22
HPE rolls out Partner Ready Vantage programme
The focus is very much on supporting an as-a-service shift that has happened across the vendor’s channel base
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June 21, 2022
21
Jun'22
Print industry needs to work with channel on sustainability
Vendors are strong on their own actions, but need to use programmes to support more action in their channels
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June 21, 2022
21
Jun'22
Avanade and Intact add fuel to consolidation trend
Microsoft specialist and ERP player seal acquisitions as they look to strengthen their positions
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June 20, 2022
20
Jun'22
BCN lands fresh PE backer
MSP set to continue with its expansive strategy after starting a relationship with a different private equity player
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June 20, 2022
20
Jun'22
SysGroup looks ahead of pandemic-hit FY
Managed service player SysGroup is looking to continue with its buy-and-build strategy to grow the business this year
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June 17, 2022
17
Jun'22
Increased complexity leaves users struggling with cloud security
Research from MSP Aptum shines a light on the struggles that are being experienced by large numbers of users
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June 16, 2022
16
Jun'22
Co-creation and a partner ecosystem core to IBM
Vendor and partner Logicalis talk about working relationship as an illustration of how Big Blue is working with the channel
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June 15, 2022
15
Jun'22
SMEs leaning more heavily on MSPs, says research
Research from JumpCloud reveals increased momentum in the shift by small and medium-sized customers towards working with the managed service model
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June 13, 2022
13
Jun'22
Syncro steps up support for UK MSPs
Firm expands support hours and makes billing easier as it looks to grow managed service provider base on this side of the Atlantic
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June 10, 2022
10
Jun'22
Schneider Electric, Maintel and DataSolutions highlight green efforts
Vendor, cloud player and distributor illustrate some of the steps that are being taken across the industry on the sustainability front
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June 09, 2022
09
Jun'22
DataSolutions and ANS Group both talk growth
Channel players share insights into their performance and ambitions for the future
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June 08, 2022
08
Jun'22
Enterprises overspending on cloud services
The channel needs to help users address some of the factors that are causing them to get frustrated about their experiences of cloud computing
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June 07, 2022
07
Jun'22
Redcentric Solutions snaps up remaining Sungard Availability Services assets
Firm signs up AWS Consulting business and has a few weeks to complete deal for remaining datacentres
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June 06, 2022
06
Jun'22
Ultima beefs up security with The AntiSocial Engineer buy
The Ultima and AntiSocial Engineer deal provides access to expertise around vulnerability exposure and remediation through education and understanding human nature
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May 30, 2022
30
May'22
OGL expands advisory services and Gatewatcher firms up UK position
Both firms have sought expertise to lead their efforts as they look for market expansion and improved customer support
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May 27, 2022
27
May'22
Daisy Communications and DSP-Explorer add to consolidation trend
Firms move to add depth and skills with deals for fellow channel players
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May 27, 2022
27
May'22
Broadcom senior management make positive channel noises
Partners wondering about the attitude of the prospective new owner of VMware to the indirect model will have been reassured by views shared with analysts
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May 25, 2022
25
May'22
Softcat trading update adds to positive channel picture
Channel player issues third-quarter trading update to indicate that momentum built up in the first half is continuing
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May 24, 2022
24
May'22
Bytes delivers solid FY22
Channel player continues to provide investors with cheer as it shares record numbers for its latest fiscal year
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May 23, 2022
23
May'22
Having a security angle is a priority for MSPs
Research released to mark the latest MSP Day underlines the need for managed service players to be able to provide the data protection that customers are crying out for
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May 20, 2022
20
May'22
MSP Day: Growth expected but security concerns rising
Research around the annual MSP Day event indicates there are a lot of positives in the managed services world, but fears of security regulations are widespread
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May 19, 2022
19
May'22
FluidOne makes investment in Marathon
The move to get involved with the Microsoft gold partner will add more cloud services depth
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May 17, 2022
17
May'22
Cloud print management set to dominate over next few years
Research from Quocirca paints a picture of a customer base moving to the cloud over the next few years, as it reacts to hybrid working
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May 16, 2022
16
May'22
TD Synnex adds Google Cloud to its portfolio
Distributor will partner public cloud giant in key markets as it looks to provide resellers with more choices
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May 10, 2022
10
May'22
Security and cloud drive Exclusive Networks’ Q1
Distributor shares first-quarter numbers with eyes on building on it to deliver a strong fiscal year
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May 09, 2022
09
May'22
NetApp supports partners on the journey to hybrid
Cloud data player prepared to support those that are looking to move into a position where they can deliver high value to customers
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May 06, 2022
06
May'22
Dell ‘making big bets’ on telco and edge
Vendor’s channel execs weigh in on market opportunity for partners at Global Channel Summit
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May 04, 2022
04
May'22
NetApp: View the public sector as a series of sub-verticals
A one-size-fits-all approach is not going to work effectively in the public sector, according to research and experience gained by the vendor
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May 03, 2022
03
May'22
Dell adds cyber cloud protection to Apex
Vendor continues to build out capabilities of its as-a-service portfolio with more support for those worried about data in multi-cloud environments
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April 29, 2022
29
Apr'22
Computacenter Q1 indicates life is getting back to normal
It’s been difficult to talk about season patterns with a pandemic raging, but as we all learn to live with Covid, there are signs that this also means getting used to more familiar trading conditions
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April 29, 2022
29
Apr'22
Kaseya CEO explains the move for Datto
Following the recently announced acquisition, the boss at MSP specialist Kaseya speaks to MicroScope about the context for the deal and why it was attracted to its rival Datto
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April 28, 2022
28
Apr'22
WatchGuard owner sets sights on MSP growth
Vector Capital has become majority owner of the security firm with a strategy of appealing to managed service providers
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April 27, 2022
27
Apr'22
AWS marks a decade of partner network
Cloud giant looks for closer relationships with ISVs and consulting partners as it seeks to expand the range of services it can offer to customers
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April 25, 2022
25
Apr'22
Professional services firms suffer skills gaps and legacy system issues
Research from Unit4 covering the state of the European market reveals optimism, but concerns about barriers to growth
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April 21, 2022
21
Apr'22
Dell steps up retail edge support, flags channel opportunity
Vendor introduces more offerings for the retail sector, with UK channel boss urging partners to take a look at the market
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April 21, 2022
21
Apr'22
Version 1 lands fresh private equity backer with Partners Group
Track record of the business and position in supporting digital transformation attracted finance player, which has become majority shareholder
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April 20, 2022
20
Apr'22
Distology: MSSP consolidation is a customer concern
Distributor shares findings of research that gave customers an opportunity to say where they felt the disruption to the industry was coming from in the next few years
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April 14, 2022
14
Apr'22
GTDC: Pandemic has accelerated distribution’s digital drive
Newly launched podcast from the industry organisation summarises the position of distributors two years on from the arrival of Covid-19
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April 13, 2022
13
Apr'22
MSPs remain ransomware targets
ConnectWise Threat Report reveals the extent to which managed service providers are in the crosshairs of criminals
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April 12, 2022
12
Apr'22
Kaseya and Datto tie-up will put pressure on rivals
Initial responses to multi-billion-dollar deal is to talk up the MSP market as a whole and focus on existing strategies
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April 12, 2022
12
Apr'22
Content+Cloud picks up Microsoft Dynamics player Azzure IT
Acquisition comes just a few months after the channel player was itself a target of a deal that has given it more muscle in the market
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April 05, 2022
05
Apr'22
K3 shows further evidence of its turnaround
Channel player shares FY21 numbers and underlines the progress made by its recently installed CEO to reshape the business
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April 05, 2022
05
Apr'22
Nuvias: Channel positive on growth but divided on hybrid working
Distributor Nuvias shares its latest research into the state of the UK channel, with mixed views around hybrid working