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News Archive
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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 27, 2022
27
Jun'22
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
Reaching out for experience is the theme of the week as some executives with impressive CVs start fresh roles
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June 27, 2022
27
Jun'22
N-Able courts security market with recovery options
Backup specialist N-able adds more features to Cove product to appeal to those keen to recover data that has been attacked
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June 24, 2022
24
Jun'22
8x8 reaches out to Microsoft partners
Vendor adds programme tailored to gold partners that can sell Teams into enterprise customers
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June 23, 2022
23
Jun'22
Forescout invests heavily in UK channel growth
Firm cuts ribbon on fresh London HQ and looks to Exclusive Networks to support ambitions across Western Europe
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June 23, 2022
23
Jun'22
Tech Data shares its position on the future of work
Distributor refurbishes Bracknell and Basingstoke offices with the emphasis on flexibility and collaboration
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June 22, 2022
22
Jun'22
Channel driving Tanium into fresh opportunities
Since reaching out to partners, the security player has seen its mid-market business expand
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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 17, 2022
17
Jun'22
GTDC: Distribution has kept momentum going into 2022
Industry group provides an update on where the channel is in Q1 after a couple of solid years of sales growth
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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 16, 2022
16
Jun'22
Distology, Nuvias and Exclusive Networks extend security relationships
Distributors continue to sign, deepen and reach out across the industry to improve the levels of protection that resellers can offer
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June 15, 2022
15
Jun'22
SAP launches partner training initiative
Vendor SAP aims to help reduce the skills gap and provide partners with access to a fresh wave of skilled individuals
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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
Schneider Electric cuts ribbon on more open partner programme
Vendor reacts to calls for a revised structure and introduces a fresh approach
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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 09, 2022
09
Jun'22
Sage lifts lid on channel skills concerns
Vendor shares research that reveals the channel is looking to bolster expertise to support customers as well as their own businesses
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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 07, 2022
07
Jun'22
Exclusive Networks and Ingram back cyber skills coalition
Distributors among those that have signed up to support efforts to arm more students with cyber security skills
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June 06, 2022
06
Jun'22
Mobile computing prospects looking solid
Research from Context and Canalys should provide some cheer for those in the channel that handle mobile computing hardware
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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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June 01, 2022
01
Jun'22
Ricoh expand AV services with double acquisition
Ricoh is once again adding more depth to its portfolio by picking up audiovisual experts in the UK and in Europe
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June 01, 2022
01
Jun'22
Coterie launches channel marketing community
Partner marketing agency looks to share best practice and trumpet the role of those running marketing campaigns across the industry
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May 31, 2022
31
May'22
Schneider Electric steps up partner focus on sustainability
Power player launches an initiative and a fresh range of greener products as it looks to help partners meet customers’ green expectations
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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 26, 2022
26
May'22
BT Wholesale gives channel more Teams options
Comms player introduces partner proposition to tap into growing customer demand for additional Microsoft Teams functionality
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May 25, 2022
25
May'22
Centreon still determined to grow channel considerably
Vendor has set ambitious targets on the partner front to be realised in the next 12 months
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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
Datatec shared decent FY numbers at Westcon-Comstor and Logicalis
Channel businesses tap into growing demand for security, networking and hybrid infrastructure
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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 20, 2022
20
May'22
DCC Technology upbeat after strong fiscal year numbers
Channel player DCC Technology has yet to see the long-term impact of its largest acquisition and is already successfully navigating through challenging times
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May 19, 2022
19
May'22
Exclusive Networks and Nuvias expanding security portfolios
Distributors Exclusive Networks and Nuvias sign fresh vendors as they look to cover a greater number of emerging threats
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May 19, 2022
19
May'22
Google Cloud kicks off UK pilot to boost skills across partner ecosystem
The hyperscaler is offering under-represented groups and those who might have missed out on further education a chance to learn valuable cloud skills and secure jobs in the industry
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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
Westcon-Comstor adds more flexible payment options
Distributor Westcon-Comstor cuts the ribbon on Flex, with the aim of making it easier for a wider range of partners to offer subscription billing
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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
Babble continues buy-and-build strategy with addition of Active
Babble is back on the acquisition trail as it looks to keep its expansive momentum going
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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 13, 2022
13
May'22
Egnyte, eSentire and Soracom roll out improved partner programmes
Vendors take on feedback and roll out formal programmes to support its partners as they look for growth
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May 13, 2022
13
May'22
K3 Business Technology CEO has seen progress in year one
The turnaround at the channel player continues, but the man in charge has delivered a fair bit in the year a bit since he stepped into the chief executive role