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Information Security Services
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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May 05, 2021
05
May'21
Avast opens arms to channel partners
Security player is keen to expand its partner numbers and build on the momentum stirred by the signing of Westcoast earlier this year
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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March 01, 2021
01
Mar'21
Veale looks for channel growth at Vectra
NDR player views the channel as key to growing its footprint in the growing mid-market
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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January 21, 2021
21
Jan'21
Sectigo launches programme and bolsters channel training
Security firm Sectigo is stepping up its channel support with a programme and portal designed to provide more access to training and marketing
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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