Information Security Services

With a threat landscape that continues to multiply and extend the dangers for users online, the security industry has a major role to play keeping data and online commerce safe. A range of information security options for resellers include securing the network, desktop with products including anti-virus, firewalls and identity management solutions and services.

News 28 Sep 2023
CyberSmart arming MSPs in security fight

Vendor CyberSmart is keen to ensure those serving SMEs are as secure as their customers can be in the face of increasing attacks Continue Reading
News 27 Sep 2023
Sapphire adds OT security depot with Awen buy

Security player views deal as start of next growth phase just weeks after welcoming fresh CEO Continue Reading

E-Zine 03 Dec 2021

MicroScope: Valuing the MSP

In this month’s MicroScope, we look at why customers should be prepared to pay for the value offered by a managed service provider, identify the biggest drivers in the data storage market, and look at why some firms are struggling to get to grips with remote working. Read the issue now Continue Reading
02 Dec 2021

Circle of distrust: the security challenge for managed service providers

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News 02 Dec 2021

Westcon-Comstor invests in people and processes to support hybrid work

Distributor Westcon-Comstor is ideally situated to support the customer shift to a hybrid-working world, but is making sure it can do so as efficiently as possible Continue Reading
News 29 Nov 2021

Covid has hit contract values, says Osirium

Impact of the pandemic has been seen in the time it takes customers to make decisions and the money they are prepared to spend Continue Reading
News 26 Nov 2021

Cyren and S3 educate customers on inbox security

Vendor and partner illustrate the continuing need for trusted advisers to hand-hold customers through their security options Continue Reading
Feature 25 Nov 2021

How can the channel help fend off the ransomware threat?

It's the security problem that keeps users awake at night and scares MSPs that might be targets, but there are things the channel can do to deal with the issue of ransomware Continue Reading
News 25 Nov 2021

My channel take: Michael O’Hara, DataSolutions

How did O’Hara get to be running the security and digital workplace distributor and what does he think about the current state of the market? Continue Reading
News 23 Nov 2021

Exclusive Networks continues global trend with Infinipoint

Distributor seals third worldwide deal in a matter of a few weeks as it adds more depth to its security portfolio Continue Reading
News 19 Nov 2021

Illumio taps into rise in zero trust demand

Security player has bolstered channel efforts to put itself in a good position to mop up market share Continue Reading
News 18 Nov 2021

Appgate cuts ribbon on MSP programme

Zero-trust player rolls out increased support for managed service players as it continues to strengthen its channel proposition Continue Reading
News 18 Nov 2021

Nuvias expands and Westcon-Comstor builds on Zscaler relationship

Distributors continue to invest in growth as they look to tap into the flourishing security market Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2021

Exclusive Networks working with NightDragon startups

Distributor chosen as partner to take emerging technologies out to the channel as the investment firm looks for more routes to market Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2021

Dell expects user spending in security, cloud and 5G

Vendor shares results of a survey of IT decision-makers that indicates where the priorities are over the next five years Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2021

Being trusted advisors key for Dell’s channel

UK channel boss provides update, with the vendor encouraging partners to deepen their relationships with customers Continue Reading
News 16 Nov 2021

Infinigate sets sights on UK growth

Security distributor is keen to increase its business here and make a difference to the market dynamics Continue Reading
News 11 Nov 2021

Exclusive Networks shares first numbers post-IPO

Distributor lifts the lid on what happened to the business in the third quarter Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2021

Exclusive Networks extends F5 relationship globally

Distributor will get the chance to handle the vendor’s portfolio on a worldwide basis Continue Reading
Opinion 05 Nov 2021

Circle of distrust: the security challenge for managed service providers

The life of a managed service provider is tough, and the rise in security challenges could be set to make it tougher, with MSPs having to work hard to gain partner trust Continue Reading
News 04 Nov 2021

Rubrik paving steps for future

The zero-trust player appears to be getting close to pushing on in its growth story as it makes hires and alliances Continue Reading
News 04 Nov 2021

Forcepoint channel boss encouraging partners to line up behind SASE

Since joining the company in May, much of Parag Patel’s time has been spent preparing an enhanced channel programme, which went live last month Continue Reading
News 03 Nov 2021

GTDC Forum: Distribution investment must continue

Industry organisation uses its annual event to talk of the progress made in the channel over this year and the prospects for 2022 Continue Reading
Feature 28 Oct 2021

Five-minute interview: Toby Jones, WatchGuard

This time around, Toby Jones, senior marketing manager for Northern Europe at WatchGuard, takes on questions of what motivates him and about the future of the channel Continue Reading
News 19 Oct 2021

Cato Networks looks for growth after it lands funding

SASE specialist Cato Networks is looking for growth and the chance to get its product into the hands of more partners Continue Reading
News 15 Oct 2021

Skout Cybersecurity boss exploits scale at Barracuda

It has been four months since the firm was acquired by Barracuda Networks, but the founder and CEO of Skout is dreaming of painting on a broader canvas Continue Reading
News 14 Oct 2021

Marathon adds security depth with William Jarrod Partnership

Acquisition comes on the back of strong organic growth and will arm the MSP with more options on the security front Continue Reading
News 14 Oct 2021

Datto CEO urges MSP world to talk security

Tim Weller used his keynote at DattoCon to underline the sense that this is a moment for the industry to face up to the need to protect data through the entire supply chain Continue Reading
Opinion 12 Oct 2021

Why some businesses are struggling to get to grips with working from home

We look at the reasons why some businesses have struggled to maintain productivity levels, staff engagement or creativity in remote working setups Continue Reading
News 12 Oct 2021

Sophos opts to ratchet up UK distie numbers

Security player adds a couple more distribution partners to its line-up as it looks for more growth Continue Reading
News 07 Oct 2021

Q&A: Todd Thibodeaux, CompTIA

Industry body’s boss was on stage this week to talk about the need for more diversity and for the channel to continue improving its skills Continue Reading
News 07 Oct 2021

Canalys Channel Forum: The channel is thriving

The channel has emerged from the pandemic with growth, but as the world reopens, economic, technological and cultural challenges are emerging Continue Reading
News 01 Oct 2021

Clavister aims to widen appeal with subscription model

Security player arms resellers with flexible pricing models to tempt users that might previously have been put off by the prospect of large capital investments Continue Reading
E-Zine 01 Oct 2021

MicroScope: Choosing a channel career

In this issue, we explore whether more partners equals better business, and take a closer look at how IT consumption is changing thanks to subscription services. Also read a special feature looking into whether the channel offers good prospects for school-leavers hoping to start on a career path that could make a difference Continue Reading
Opinion 24 Sep 2021

Battling bad bots – how to escape the great data scrape

The battle has been going on for a while, but there are signs that there is no let-up in the need to fight bad bots, says Spencer Young, EMEA RVP at Imperva Continue Reading
News 24 Sep 2021

Ivanti offers white glove service to encourage cross-selling

Vendor wants partners to sell more of its security portfolio and take advantage of the acquisitions it has made in the past year Continue Reading
News 23 Sep 2021

Exclusive Networks starts life as a public company

Distributor rings the bell on the Euronext in Paris as it seals its IPO and starts trading shares in the business Continue Reading
News 21 Sep 2021

Forcepoint: Zero trust has to be about the data

Security firm Forcepoint’s Northern EMEA vice-president says that while the term ‘zero trust’ is overused, the need for the technology remains high Continue Reading
News 15 Sep 2021

Sharp moves beyond hardware focus in partner programme

Sharp has adapted its approach to rewarding partners and, elsewhere, Sumo Logic has added some heavyweight names to its programme Continue Reading
News 13 Sep 2021

An overlooked cyber security concern: How MSPs can alleviate potential risks

Managed service providers do many positive things, but they also come with risk. Those that want to ensure they minimise those for customers need to be taking a close look at their vendor choices Continue Reading
News 09 Sep 2021

Tech Data provides SOCaaS for SME facing resellers

Distributor Tech Data is arming partners with the chance to help SME customers with a SOC-as-a-service offering Continue Reading
E-Zine 03 Sep 2021

MicroScope: Stepping forward after Covid

In this issue, discover what the lasting impact of Covid-19 is likely to be as the channel emerges into a post-pandemic world. Also discover more about disaster recovery for SMEs and how best to make a plan to protect your business, and read about an uptick in cloud-based contact centre-as-a-service solutions Continue Reading
News 02 Sep 2021

Beyond Identity building up UK channel

Password management player is keen to add more partners and keep its recently signed distributors busy Continue Reading
News 19 Aug 2021

Inbound partner request fuels Skurio expansion

Digital risk protection player approached by partner in Pakistan giving the vendor a chance to jump-start its channel activities in the region Continue Reading
News 18 Aug 2021

Appgate EMEA channel boss plans to build the business

Secure access specialist’s recently appointed EMEA channel boss sets out ambitions to increase the firm’s indirect operation Continue Reading
News 13 Aug 2021

IDC: Ransomware hitting more than a third of global firms

Analyst house gives stark assessment of the number of businesses that find themselves in the sights of cyber criminals Continue Reading
News 12 Aug 2021

Supply chain the target for cyber criminals

Research from Webroot indicates a rising number of attacks and Ordr exposes the work still needed to move some customers away from ageing systems Continue Reading
News 11 Aug 2021

Chess and Flow Communications add pen testing via acquisitions

Two channel firms add depth to their cyber security portfolios with deals that add highly regarded penetration testing players Continue Reading
News 10 Aug 2021

SonicWall thanks partners as it turns 30

Security player SonicWall marks milestone and recognises the importance of having an indirect model Continue Reading
News 26 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 23 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 23 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 22 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 21 Jul 2021

Node4 expands Microsoft expertise with TNP buy

Addition of Microsoft gold partner will add more expertise and knowledge to managed service provider’s business Continue Reading
News 19 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 19 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
Opinion 16 Jul 2021

Channel can be peacekeepers in the ransomware war

There is a lot of anger around ransomware, but there is also a lot of opportunity for those with the ability to help users keep criminals at bay, as Nick Booth finds out Continue Reading
News 13 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 12 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 09 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 08 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 07 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 06 Jul 2021

Pixel snaps up security player Cyphra

Acquisition will add more security depth to Pixel’s cloud and managed service Perfect Image operation Continue Reading
News 06 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 05 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 05 Jul 2021

Acquisitions fuel strong first half at Restore

Recycling and data management player’s trading statement indicates it has enjoyed 2021 so far Continue Reading
News 02 Jul 2021

Exclusive Networks and Exertis add security depth

Distributors signing vendors to react to increasing demand for data protection solutions Continue Reading
News 02 Jul 2021

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 Continue Reading
E-Zine 02 Jul 2021

MicroScope: Life on the edge

With opportunities around edge computing on the up, we ask experts to weigh in on how the channel can approach using the tech to its advantage. Also discover how to encourage employees to take cyber security lessons seriously, and how collaboration is key to growth this year Continue Reading
News 29 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 29 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 25 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 24 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 16 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 15 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 10 Jun 2021

Versa Networks on partner recruitment drive

SASE and SD-WAN specialist has been widening its channel base since launching a global partner programme six months ago Continue Reading
News 09 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 08 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
E-Zine 04 Jun 2021

MicroScope: A hybrid working world

With hybrid working set to become the norm as the world starts to return to a more normal footing post-Covid, we look at how businesses are preparing for the new world of work. Also discover how to tackle the sustainability challenge, and have some key questions answered around handling bottlenecks caused by large volumes of data Continue Reading
News 02 Jun 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 28 May 2021

Deep Instinct reaches out to MSSPs

Cyber security firm says it is taking a different approach – and the channel can benefit Continue Reading
News 25 May 2021

Nuvias acquires Cloud Distribution

Security, cloud and networking player adds more muscle with a move to pick up fellow UK-focused VAD Continue Reading
News 24 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 21 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 21 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 20 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 17 May 2021

Government looks into strengthening MSP security

Consultation opens to gather views of managed service providers as DCMS focuses on tightening supply chain security Continue Reading
News 13 May 2021

Ascertus and DataSolutions tap into growth areas

Channel players report growth in remote working and security solutions as customers reacted to the pandemic Continue Reading
News 12 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 10 May 2021

Certifications and rewards the mix in Check Point’s channel

Security player provides more details of the recent enhancements to its partner programme Continue Reading
News 05 May 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 23 Apr 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 20 Apr 2021

Performanta snaps up Identity Experts

Firm moves for Microsoft gold partner just weeks after landing private equity backing for its growth plans Continue Reading
News 13 Apr 2021

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 Continue Reading
E-Zine 09 Apr 2021

MicroScope: Chart course to Covid-19 recovery

Customers have had to react to changes caused by the pandemic, so what decisions have they made in the past year? In this issue, we explore how businesses have adapted to the new normal, different approaches to remote working, and take a look at the challenge of sustainability Continue Reading
News 24 Mar 2021

Bridewell Consulting attracts private equity backing

Cyber security firm plans to put the funds into bolstering its managed services and expanding the business globally Continue Reading
News 19 Mar 2021

Performanta latest to attract private equity backing

Managed security services player Performanta attracts a significant investment from Beech Tree Continue Reading
News 18 Mar 2021

Exclusive Networks charts a digital course

Distributor's CEO provides update on progress made last year and ambitions for the rest of 2021 Continue Reading
News 17 Mar 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2021

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 Continue Reading
News 11 Mar 2021

F-Secure and Barracuda bolster MSP support

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