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Data Protection Services

• July 26, 2021 26 Jul'21

  Ultima Labs adds more security to platform offering

  Firm continues to innovate and react to user calls for more options with its IA-Cloud platform

• July 23, 2021 23 Jul'21

  ConnectWise bolsters security partnership with SentinelOne

  MSPs will be given the chance to access a wider range of data protection products as ConnectWise looks to increase its security profile

• July 23, 2021 23 Jul'21

  There is a need for more visibility over security

  Channel needs to be clearer about the need to test recovery processes before customers get hit by an attack

• July 22, 2021 22 Jul'21

  Digital a major part of the strategy at Nuvias

  Distributor is extending its online tools for resellers that want to use them and its recently acquired Cloud Distribution business has been adding to its portfolio

• July 21, 2021 21 Jul'21

  Node4 expands Microsoft expertise with TNP buy

  Addition of Microsoft gold partner will add more expertise and knowledge to managed service provider’s business

• July 19, 2021 19 Jul'21

  Successful security partners have depth, confidence and services

  Research from Canalys backed by Trend Micro and Tech Data uncovers most successful traits of those operating at the top of their game in the security channel

• July 19, 2021 19 Jul'21

  Cyren in partner recruitment mode

  Email security player is looking to build its partner base at a time when the demand for products is increasing

• July 13, 2021 13 Jul'21

  ECSC taps into managed response demand

  Security player has seen increased revenues in its managed threat and response operation in the first half of 2021

• July 12, 2021 12 Jul'21

  Datto CTO has seen MSP security awareness rise

  Even before Kaseya was hit by a high-profile ransomware attack, the need for managed service providers to recognise security was already on the rise

• July 09, 2021 09 Jul'21

  Westcon-Comstor boss applauds growth through challenging times

  Distributor has seen its partner base expand, has managed inventory in the face of shortages and is in a position to surf the rising demand for security and infrastructure solutions

• July 08, 2021 08 Jul'21

  Kaseya pledges support for MSPs hit by ransomware attack

  MSP specialist sets asides millions to help those affected by the ransomware attack that hit the firm five days ago

• July 07, 2021 07 Jul'21

  Kaseya working to get systems back online

  Firm gives update on progress since high-profile ransomware attack hit the managed service player over the weekend

• July 06, 2021 06 Jul'21

  Pixel snaps up security player Cyphra

  Acquisition will add more security depth to Pixel’s cloud and managed service Perfect Image operation

• July 06, 2021 06 Jul'21

  Exclusive Networks increases startup coverage with Ignition buy

  Adding Ignition will give Exclusive the opportunity to support security vendors from beginners to established global players

• July 05, 2021 05 Jul'21

  Kaseya attack leaves MSPs asking more security questions

  The latest ransomware attack on a firm operating in the managed service sector further underlines the need to protect data and ensure supply chain integrity

• July 05, 2021 05 Jul'21

  Acquisitions fuel strong first half at Restore

  Recycling and data management player’s trading statement indicates it has enjoyed 2021 so far

• July 02, 2021 02 Jul'21

  Exclusive Networks and Exertis add security depth

  Distributors signing vendors to react to increasing demand for data protection solutions

• July 02, 2021 02 Jul'21

  Barracuda MSP adds XDR and SOC with Skout buy

  Barracuda will gain more security depth for managed service providers through the Skout Cybersecurity acquisition, made at a time when security remains a top customer concern

• June 29, 2021 29 Jun'21

  Arrow ECS continues to bolster security portfolio

  Distributor makes third signing in just a matter of weeks as it keeps adding more depth to the options it can put in front of resellers

• June 29, 2021 29 Jun'21

  Lacework looks for channel support in EMEA expansion

  Cloud security player is looking to build a partner network as it expands on this side of the Atlantic

• June 25, 2021 25 Jun'21

  Sophos opts for Arrow Electronics as first UK distributor

  Security vendor looks to Arrow to help extend its reach and get to a greater number of channel partners

• June 24, 2021 24 Jun'21

  Channel fuelling momentum at SonicWall

  Security player SonicWall lifts lid on how 2020 went, with its increased support for managed services players helping to support growth

• June 16, 2021 16 Jun'21

  Avast reaches out to SMEs with Enterprise Nation tie-up

  Security player will work with business membership group to help protect and train its extensive small business community

• June 15, 2021 15 Jun'21

  Zscaler and Bitglass reports expose pandemic cyber security risks

  Research issued by cloud security specialists gives channel pointers on some of the current pain points for customers

• June 09, 2021 09 Jun'21

  Northamber, Nuvias and Tech Data add to vendor rosters

  Distributors add Lenovo, Deep Instinct and Proofpoint to their rosters and get briefed to work with partners to go after the SME market

• June 08, 2021 08 Jun'21

  Not all AI is equal, security channel warned

  Vectra AI adds its voice to others that have warned partners to consider the merits of a product using artificial intelligence

• June 02, 2021 02 Jun'21

  WatchGuard adds Panda range to MSP cloud platform

  Security player integrates the fruits of last year’s acquisition into its cloud platform to make life easier for managed serviced providers

• May 28, 2021 28 May'21

  Deep Instinct reaches out to MSSPs

  Cyber security firm says it is taking a different approach – and the channel can benefit

• May 25, 2021 25 May'21

  Nuvias acquires Cloud Distribution

  Security, cloud and networking player adds more muscle with a move to pick up fellow UK-focused VAD

• May 24, 2021 24 May'21

  Significant growth in anti-phising tools as channel moves to protect users

  Figures from Context and research from Mimecast shine a light on the impact of spam and phishing attacks

• May 21, 2021 21 May'21

  Channel backs government plans to tighten supply chain security

  DCMS consultation around MSP security is a chance for the industry to prove its worth and demonstrate that it can be a secure source of data services

• May 21, 2021 21 May'21

  Digital risk rising up the channel agenda

  Focus on data protection has increased over the course of the pandemic with Skurio and its partners able to tap into growing demand

• May 20, 2021 20 May'21

  Cloud Distribution, Tech Data and Distology adding to vendor portfolios

  Distributors add vendors to their rosters as demand for security tools continues to surge across the channel

• May 17, 2021 17 May'21

  Government looks into strengthening MSP security

  Consultation opens to gather views of managed service providers as DCMS focuses on tightening supply chain security

• May 13, 2021 13 May'21

  Ascertus and DataSolutions tap into growth areas

  Channel players report growth in remote working and security solutions as customers reacted to the pandemic

• May 12, 2021 12 May'21

  HP Wolf Security arms partners with increased PC and printer protection

  Vendor rolls out platform approach to equip partners with tools to help protect customers as they try to fend off a rising volume of attacks

• May 10, 2021 10 May'21

  Certifications and rewards the mix in Check Point’s channel

  Security player provides more details of the recent enhancements to its partner programme

• April 28, 2021 28 Apr'21

  Check Point rolls out partner programme enhancements

  Security player is increasing rewards for those that generate fresh orders and is giving a professional services certification for those looking to stand out in the market

• April 23, 2021 23 Apr'21

  Palo Alto Networks emphasises channel specialisations

  Security player has seen partners start to line up behind its certification programme in the weeks since it launched its revised channel programme

• April 20, 2021 20 Apr'21

  Performanta snaps up Identity Experts

  Firm moves for Microsoft gold partner just weeks after landing private equity backing for its growth plans

• April 13, 2021 13 Apr'21

  Datto study links vendor with channel growth

  MSPs opting to work with Datto selling into the SME market are growing by $100,000 a year on average, reveals commissioned study

• March 24, 2021 24 Mar'21

  Bridewell Consulting attracts private equity backing

  Cyber security firm plans to put the funds into bolstering its managed services and expanding the business globally

• March 19, 2021 19 Mar'21

  Performanta latest to attract private equity backing

  Managed security services player Performanta attracts a significant investment from Beech Tree

• March 18, 2021 18 Mar'21

  Exclusive Networks charts a digital course

  Distributor's CEO provides update on progress made last year and ambitions for the rest of 2021

• March 17, 2021 17 Mar'21

  SolarWinds MSP boss talks of focus behind N-Able change

  The firm is planning a rebrand as it goes public under a brand it acquired almost a decade ago, saying the move is a positive for its MSP base

• March 12, 2021 12 Mar'21

  Offices won’t be full for some time to come

  Channel will have a role in helping customers adjust to a hybrid working world, with many staff indicating they will continue to work from home

• March 11, 2021 11 Mar'21

  F-Secure and Barracuda bolster MSP support

  Security players react to changing customer needs with subscription pricing, multi-tenant management and product enhancements

• March 10, 2021 10 Mar'21

  Exclusive Networks UK boss on a strong start to the year

  Coronavirus, Brexit and having to do everything virtually have not dented distributor’s optimism

• March 10, 2021 10 Mar'21

  WatchGuard enhances MSP cloud platform

  Security player continues to add more depth to its cloud platform as it continues to reach out to more MSSPs

• March 09, 2021 09 Mar'21

  Illumio adds to ecosystem with BT Security partnership

  Security player views move to add to its number of relationships a positive for its channel

• February 24, 2021 24 Feb'21

  Cloud security doubts remain

  Even with the acceleration in adoption of hosted services, the channel will still have to convince some customers that all is safe when it comes to cloud security

• February 24, 2021 24 Feb'21

  Kaseya expands security reach with RocketCyber buy

  MSP specialist continues to add more depth to its platform offering with a cloud-managed SOC now integrated into the portfolio

• February 23, 2021 23 Feb'21

  Trustwave holds out a helping hand to security starters

  Security players referral programme will help those without security skills to still provide support for their customers

• February 22, 2021 22 Feb'21

  Exclusive Networks expands X-OD

  Distributor increases the number of countries that can access its as-a-service offering and increases the vendors involved

• February 22, 2021 22 Feb'21

  Nuvias Group adds to sense of a positive year ahead

  Distributor Nuvias Group shares channel research that reveals many are expecting decent growth in 2021

• February 16, 2021 16 Feb'21

  Sophos: Ransomware remains a top channel concern

  Vendor has charted a persistence in cyber attacks that its partners are countering as they take steps to keep customers safe

• February 12, 2021 12 Feb'21

  Apax takes majority stake in Herjavec Group

  Managed security services provider with a global footprint is snapped up by private equity player

• February 10, 2021 10 Feb'21

  Vendors court managed service community with enhancements and programmes

  Schneider, Datto, Secureworks, Group-IB and SecureDrives have all made moves to reach out to a wider channel base

• February 10, 2021 10 Feb'21

  Trend Micro makes Softcat its first UK platinum partner

  Security player has deemed that the time is right to unveil its first highest-tiered partner in the country

• February 03, 2021 03 Feb'21

  Avast Business looks to Westcoast to deliver UK channel growth

  Cyber security vendor signs up distributor to get its antivirus offering in front of more resellers and MSPs

• February 01, 2021 01 Feb'21

  Imperva and Acronis boost channel support

  Data protection players roll out enhancements for partners to reach more customers and give MSPs increased support

• January 26, 2021 26 Jan'21

  TelcoSwitch and Charterhouse expanding through acquisition

  Both firms have already been in the headlines this month thanks to funding rounds and acquisitions

• January 19, 2021 19 Jan'21

  Canalys: Cyber security channel set for further growth

  Analyst house Canalys forecasts another decent year ahead for those set to can help customers fend off cyber attacks

• January 19, 2021 19 Jan'21

  ‘Sticking plasters’ applied in first lockdown leave users vulnerable

  Channel urged to make sure customers are not left using inadequate products that they acquired in March last year to get them through the pandemic

• January 15, 2021 15 Jan'21

  CrowdStrike backing top partners

  Security player will deepen investment in its top-level partners as it looks to reward those who have invested in the firm

• January 07, 2021 07 Jan'21

  Sapphire, Charterhouse and Pax8 strike deals

  Appetite for acquisitions across the channel shows no sign of abating, with a few deals struck already this week

• January 06, 2021 06 Jan'21

  Kaspersky warns against endpoint risks

  Security player Kaspersky urges partners to educate customers around the risks of putting their faith in apparent ‘silver bullets’ from rivals

• January 04, 2021 04 Jan'21

  Secureworks flagging XDR channel opportunity

  Vendor has seen its channel respond to the shift to home working, but is keen to highlight other areas where partners can increase revenues this year

• December 09, 2020 09 Dec'20

  F-Secure charts growing importance of channel to SME customers

  Security player has seen its channel become more important during the pandemic to those customers looking for trusted advisors

• December 03, 2020 03 Dec'20

  Sectigo makes double partner acquisition

  Firm continues with its strategy of buying partners with skills and established customer bases for SSL technology

• November 20, 2020 20 Nov'20

  Distributors adding security depth

  Cloud Distribution, e92cloud and Westcon add to their vendor rosters as they look to provide more security tools for resellers

• November 18, 2020 18 Nov'20

  Maintel and SolarWinds increase MSP options

  Firms focus on home workers and automation to protect customers and arm managed service providers with ways to add more value

• November 17, 2020 17 Nov'20

  MSPs taking steps to protect themselves from ransomware

  Datto reveals that managed service partners are aware they are in the firing line and have formed partnerships with MSSPs to protect themselves

• November 09, 2020 09 Nov'20

  Softcat: Coronavirus impacting customer tech priorities

  Firm’s research shines a light on where enterprise users are looking to shore up their IT capabilities

• November 02, 2020 02 Nov'20

  Sophos adds Rapid Response into the mix for MSPs

  Security player moves to fill a gap in the market for customers looking for immediate help with a security attack

• November 02, 2020 02 Nov'20

  Channel has key role to play in stemming ransomware tide

  SonicWall has tracked an explosion in the number of ransomware attacks and highlighted the importance of the channel in helping customers handle the threat

• October 22, 2020 22 Oct'20

  Backing IoT is a solid strategy for 2021

  There are more user cases for the internet of things emerging and it is seen by those in the industry as an area for the channel to concentrate on more

• October 20, 2020 20 Oct'20

  Sophos and Splunk register spikes in channel activity

  Vendors share details of increased activity on the channel front over the course of the coronavirus pandemic

• October 19, 2020 19 Oct'20

  Rising number of firms leaning on the channel for security help

  Coronavirus has underlined the need for SMEs to use expert partners to handle their security needs

• October 09, 2020 09 Oct'20

  Canalys: A profitable year for the channel

  The channel has managed to navigate one of the most challenging years so far in a positive way

• October 08, 2020 08 Oct'20

  Channel leaders cautiously optimistic about 2021

  Challenges lie ahead, but the importance of technology is clear and steady, according to those responsible for supplying it to customers

• October 07, 2020 07 Oct'20

  Ricoh snaps up MTI Technology

  Printer player strikes deal to add more depth to its services capabilities across EMEA

• October 05, 2020 05 Oct'20

  Imperva pitches positives of jSonar deal to partners

  Security firm believes it now has more for its channel to offer as a result of its latest acquisition

• October 01, 2020 01 Oct'20

  WatchGuard swells channel with Panda partners

  Three months after it completed the acquisition of endpoint player Panda Security, WatchGuard has significantly expanded its channel base

• September 30, 2020 30 Sep'20

  Veeam unveils VASPs

  Data management specialist backs skilled channel specialists who can help solve customer problems

• September 29, 2020 29 Sep'20

  VMware continues to build on Partner Connect

  Against a changing landscape, the vendor has stepped up efforts to ensure that its partner programme is delivering what the channel needs

• September 25, 2020 25 Sep'20

  Stay-at-home call puts focus back on security

  Rising cyber attacks on home workers underline the important role that security experts in the channel play in keeping customers safe

• September 10, 2020 10 Sep'20

  SentinelOne thanks channel for delivering growth

  Security player SentinelOne has seen its efforts to expand distribution and increase support for partners pay off in the revenue numbers

• September 09, 2020 09 Sep'20

  Cloud Distribution heads to Moon to support growth

  Distributor keen to increase opportunities for fresh business opportunities, making a couple of promotions to back up that aim

• September 07, 2020 07 Sep'20

  Exclusive Networks expands again with Veracomp buy

  Distributor makes two acquisitions in the space of two weeks as it continues to build its global footprint

• August 28, 2020 28 Aug'20

  Dell: Working will never quite be the same

  Vendor Dell adds its voice to the growing number that expect changing working patterns to remain in place after the coronavirus pandemic is over

• August 27, 2020 27 Aug'20

  Kaseya bolsters cyber security stack with latest acquisition

  MSP software supplier Kaseya snaps up anti-phishing service Graphus, and signals yet another acquisition on the horizon

• August 12, 2020 12 Aug'20

  Check Point launches distribution marketplace strategy

  Security player Check Point launches programme to ensure it is covering an increasingly popular route to market

• August 11, 2020 11 Aug'20

  SonicWall hands MSSPs network security tools

  Vendor moves deeper into the network security world with a product launch that will benefit managed service players

• July 23, 2020 23 Jul'20

  Trend Micro gets partners to focus on ‘customer health’

  Security player keen to get the channel working alongside users that are being supported with licences and assessments

• July 20, 2020 20 Jul'20

  Canalys: Security channel must meet changing demands

  There is growth out there in the market, but the channel will need to shift the product mix to ensure it picks it up, says Canalys

• July 17, 2020 17 Jul'20

  Vectra targeting fresh customer base with partners

  Security player has ambitions to make a mark in the mid-market and is looking to its channel to play a part

• July 09, 2020 09 Jul'20

  Vectra, Sumo Logic, Konica Minolta and HP work on partner programmes

  Vendors continue to enhance channel progammes and sign up more resellers to the fold

• July 09, 2020 09 Jul'20

  Kaspersky: Now is not the time to pitch a fresh strategy

  Security vendor Kaspersky advises its channel base to focus on helping customers with current problems

• June 30, 2020 30 Jun'20

  European Electronique takes Attivo to the public sector

  Channel player reports some success with council customers opting for deception technology offering