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09 Feb 2017
SAP connects S/4 Hana in the cloud with ‘intelligent’ ERP
SAP has announced an intensification of S/4 Hana cloud delivery, together with an infusion of its enterprise resource planning with artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2017
SAP aims to clarify S/4 Hana, cloud apps roadmaps for customers
The SAP board has launched an initiative to publish and clarify roadmaps, especially in respect of S/4 Hana and its cloud applications, and one product of this is a new technology choice tool Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Dell EMC PowerProtect aims to go beyond data protection
Dell EMC hopes PowerProtect will modernize its data protection for customers, but what will it mean for its legacy backup products, such as Data Domain, Avamar and NetWorker? Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Epicor iScala 3.3 brings new productivity features to SMB ERP
Epicor's newly released iScala 3.3 SMB ERP software update includes new reporting and analytics features, a revamped user interface and expanded localizations. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Dell EMC Unity XT expands midrange storage overlap
Even as it plans to winnow away overlapping midrange SANs, Dell EMC adds four capacity models to its Unity XT series designed to broaden support for VMware Cloud. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Most businesses vulnerable to supply chain cyber attacks
Enterprises in the U.S. and Germany lead other nations in knowing the most about their partners’ cyber security practices, but most companies globally are in the dark about this growing source of vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Snowflake CEO Bob Muglia talks cloud data warehouse evolution
In this Q&A, Snowflake CEO Bob Muglia discusses the vendor's decision to embrace cloud data warehousing and how the industry is changing as more data moves to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Apr 2019
ITSM software market: Insight for channel partners
Need advice on how to approach the IT service management market? This article aims to help channel firms refine their strategies around ITSM technology. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2019
Dell Technologies Partner Program spurs cross-selling push
Under the Dell Technologies Partner Program, channel firms will see more backing to sell across Dell subsidiaries. Many components from the Dell EMC Partner Program remain intact. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Apr 2019
Green House Data on becoming a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP
The task of becoming a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP, under a Microsoft partner program launched in 2018, is rigorous and time-consuming. Just ask Green House Data. Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2019
New factors driving disaster recovery adoption
Threats from cyberattacks and climate change have replaced natural disasters as the main drivers behind companies adopting disaster recovery and make no geographic zone safe. Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2019
Cisco promotes Wi-Fi 6 upgrade as partner opportunity
Vendor claims billions are out there to be made by partners that want to get involved with the latest wireless networking technology. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2019
New hybrid Dell EMC cloud aimed at rising flood of data
As enterprise data centers cope with newly generated data, the new Dell EMC cloud platform sharpens VMware tool sets to build, implement and manage storage in hybrid environments. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2019
VMware Cloud on Dell EMC bridges on-premises infrastructure
VMware's new cloud service enables corporate users to deploy and manage on-premises environments in both their core data centers and edge locations. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Apr 2019
Robotic process automation market needs provider boost to accelerate
RPA vendors, service providers and their customers must find ways to overcome time-consuming tasks and bottlenecks to accelerate the technology's enterprise adoption. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2019
Citrix Workspace revenue up 13% since 2018
Citrix's quarterly earnings show an uptick in Workspace and subscription-based revenue. But not all the news was good, as CEO David Henshall also announced the CFO's resignation. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Apr 2019
Logicalis highlights IT trends in education vertical
Logicalis' work in the education vertical market is shedding light on emerging IT trends in K-12 and higher education. The New York-based IT solution and managed services provider runs a government ... Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2019
Acronis Cyber Platform APIs to spark new channel business
Acronis aims to broaden the services and product integrations available to its partners, thanks to new developer APIs for the Acronis Cyber Platform; other news from the week. Continue Reading
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25 Apr 2019
Microsoft acquires Express Logic
Microsoft's acquisition of Express Logic is another example of its $5 billion investment in IoT. One expert sees the move as a step toward an end-to-end IoT OS. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2019
Flashpoint beefs up dark web Intelligence Platform
Cybersecurity firm Flashpoint updated its threat intelligence platform to better address evolving techniques and practices on the dark web, such as encrypted chat usage. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Apr 2019
Manufacturing AI projects open partner opportunities
IT consultants and integrators could see increased business in manufacturing AI, but they will need to overcome data quality problems and cultural issues along the way. Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2019
Cumulus launches more enterprise-friendly NetQ
Cumulus Networks has revamped Cumulus NetQ. The latest version of the network troubleshooting and change validation software is aimed at a larger segment of the enterprise market. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Apr 2019
MSP software takes a different turn in ServiceNow-LogicMonitor link
MSP software comes in various forms and combinations. Some larger MSPs are adopting ServiceNow and LogicMonitor to automate core business functions. Continue Reading
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News
22 Apr 2019
WannaCry hero pleads guilty to creating malware
Marcus 'MalwareTech' Hutchins, known as being an integral player in stopping the WannaCry ransomware outbreak, pleads guilty to conspiring to create and distribute the Kronos banking Trojan. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Apr 2019
SAP wants partners to keep customers happy
SAP's partner program shifts from sales emphasis to customer happiness; to lead the efforts, SAP named Karl Fahrbach as the company's first chief partner officer. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Apr 2019
Google Cloud partners back company's industry shift
Google Cloud Premier Partner companies view the company's newly articulated vertical market strategy, which targets six industries, as a positive development. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Apr 2019
Self-service analytics at Accenture boosts knowledge workers
Accenture's enterprise analytics and AI models are helping the firm on a number of fronts, including determining sales opportunities, pricing deals and complying with internal and customer expense policies. Continue Reading
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19 Apr 2019
Wipro security incident underscores MSP vulnerability
A Wipro security incident involving an advanced, persistent phishing campaign has brought additional attention to MSP vulnerabilities; more news from the week. Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2019
AR, VR fast learning curve helps with adoption
Demand for virtual and augmented reality tools is soaring, and the need to capture expertise from retiring baby boomers may be why. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2019
Druva enhances its backup for Office 365 capabilities
Druva sets out to fill in data protection gaps in Microsoft Office 365, providing an independent backup source for the popular software-as-a-service application. Continue Reading
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16 Apr 2019
Google Cloud, HPE create hybrid cloud platforms
New hybrid cloud platforms, released as a collaboration between Google Cloud and HPE, are available to create similar experiences across both clouds and on-premises environments. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2019
Veritas NetBackup in IBM Marketplace shows BaaS rising
Veritas sells NetBackup as a service through the IBM Marketplace, following the industry trend of pushing as-a-service-type offerings. But not everyone thinks it's a good idea for enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2019
Google cloud partners cite Anthos as key Next '19 technology
Partners said the new Anthos technology is a game changer and gives Google a competitive edge over its public cloud rivals; other channel news from the week. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Apr 2019
Hackers target MSPs, but not all are prepared
Managed service provider security is being put to the test as hackers target MSPs with increasing frequency. Even a relatively simple attack can compromise a service provider. Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2019
Huawei faces new bans and security criticisms
Troubles continue for Huawei as new bans and government reports put security into question, but the company is attempting to fight back against the criticism. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
11 Apr 2019
MSP business model moves toward three key staples
The developing MSP business model is showing some of the characteristics of an ancient agricultural technique. Find out how service providers are cultivating business. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Apr 2019
How to start an AI service business
Building an AI practice may seem like a daunting endeavor. Fortunately, channel partners can learn from other companies that have found ways to apply AI models to customer challenges. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
Times have changed for Cloud Foundry PaaS
Cloud Foundry undergoes drastic changes as infrastructure automation technology develops, to the point where some industry experts see more erosion than evolution. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
Nutanix channel will benefit from HPE partnership
The two vendors are working together and the integrated appliance that will appear later this year will be available through Nutanix partners Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2019
Google, open source vendors join for cloud managed services
Google has partnered with seven prominent open source software providers, including MongoDB and Redis, to tap customer demand for managed OSS services in the cloud. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2019
Google Cloud CEO outlines plans to take firm even deeper into the enterprise
CEO Thomas Kurian used inaugural Google Cloud Next keynote to detail how infrastructure investments, supplier partnerships and simplified processes will be key to its plans to conquer even more of the enterprise market. Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2019
GDPR at a critical stage, says information commissioner
GDPR at a critical stage, says information commissioner Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2019
PC industry suffers as Microsoft severs link between Windows and hardware refreshes
If Microsoft succeeds, a Windows upgrade will no longer mean that businesses need to refresh their PC estate. Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2019
Tripwire increases support for top tier partners
Security player rolls out channel program enhancements including a platinum level Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2019
JetStream DR cloud replication aims to make backup redundant
JetStream’s IO Filter allows for continuous replication to the cloud of VMware virtual machines and virtual disks instead of scheduled snapshots or backups, and with a near-zero RPO Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2019
Logically targets MSP companies in acquisition plan
Logically, a newly launched managed service provider, joins the list of organizations pursuing MSP acquisitions, with the goal of creating a nationwide IT services platform. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2019
Execs discuss cloud plans at Aruba Atmosphere
At Aruba Atmosphere 2019, executives said the WLAN vendor plans to improve its cloud services this year with changes to Central, ClearPass, Introspect and NetInsight. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2019
Cybersecurity partner program efforts take flight
Cybersecurity partner programs are ramping up with vendors such as Flashpoint, Centrify and Portnox to expand or launch channel initiatives; more news from the week. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Apr 2019
Single board computing distributor OKdo debuts
Electrocomponents has launched OKdo, a global electronics distributor that focuses on single board computing and IoT products. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2019
New 'triple threat' campaign targeting enterprises
Cybereason sounds off on the recently discovered 'triple threat' campaign and highlights interesting features of the attack technique used by cybercriminals. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Apr 2019
AI applications: Cloud vs. on-premises deployment options
Should clients build on-premises infrastructures for their AI needs or turn to cloud-based AI? Insight Enterprises' Brandon Ebken and Juan Orlandini discuss these options. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2019
Pure Storage buys file system startup Compuverde
Pure Storage's second acquisition builds on its unstructured data focus; Compuverde's file system software runs in virtual NAS or hyper-converged modes. Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2019
Security world moving more to subscription model
Vendors are being advised to make sure the channel can support the shift from traditional ways of purchasing security hardware and software. Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2019
NetApp partner strategy hinges on channel enablement
NetApp will continue to invest in channel sales enablement resources to help partners embrace its full portfolio; other news from the week. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Mar 2019
Keep a digital transformation strategy humming with these practices
A digital transformation strategy starts with a client's vision and a focus on business outcomes. Find out what's working for Insight Enterprises and its clients. Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2019
Barracuda Networks warns about blackmail email, sextortion threat
Barracuda Networks is seeking to educate its partners on the latest trends in spear-phishing email attacks. New research revealed an uptick in blackmail scams and sextortion. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Mar 2019
Generations in the workplace and how to manage them
Managing different generations in the workplace calls for a clearer understanding of their characteristics, which will then help shape recruitment and retention strategies. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Mar 2019
5 Microsoft Azure managed services to grow your channel business
Andy Syrewicze, a former MSP engineer and current Microsoft MVP, detailed five Azure solutions that service providers can offer their clients. The packages run from the simple to the visionary. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Mar 2019
Managed services companies upbeat despite economic signals
At MSPWorld, managed services executives expressed guarded optimism regarding MSP market prospects and growth potential, despite some economic concerns. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Mar 2019
How the channel can help fight bias in AI applications
Customers' AI applications pose the risk of producing prejudiced results. Channel firms, however, can step in to educate organizations and reduce harmful biases within AI systems. Continue Reading
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26 Mar 2019
Violin Systems revamps partner program amid company reboot
Violin Systems' new channel program offers three tiers of participation for partners in the storage market. The company named former X-IO executive Tim Cullen to head the effort. Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2019
S/4HANA not a priority for most customers
According to a new survey by ASUG, most SAP users plan to move to S/4HANA eventually, but they're currently focused on other IT priorities, lack of confidence in S/4HANA or still need to build a business case. Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2019
EMC becomes a lot more 'Dell' than 'EMC' over past year
Dell EMC storage has taken on more of a 'Dell' feel over the past year, thanks in part to reliance on PowerEdge Servers and spinning out Pivotal Software into a public company. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Mar 2019
Dell EMC partner strategy stays the course for FY20
Ahead of its 2019 global partner summit, Dell EMC isn't veering from its core channel priorities. Since the formal launch of the Dell EMC Partner Program in 2017, the company's channel strategy ... Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2019
Robotic process automation market set for service shake-up
As process discovery tools enter the robotic process automation market, RPA consultants and service providers can expect their project roles to change; other news from the week. Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2019
Infovista SD-WAN features aimed at MSPs
Infovista has added a cloud-based orchestrator to its SD-WAN product. The latest feature in Infovista Ipanema is meant to make the software more attractive to MSPs. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2019
VMware Cloud on AWS seeks momentum with expanded availability
Wider availability of VMware Cloud on AWS to 13 worldwide regions, along with VMware's adjusted software release cadence, reflects the realities of the cloud and hybrid cloud world. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Mar 2019
Accenture adds Google to multi-cloud strategy
Accenture IT is embracing a multi-cloud management approach, providing an example for clients exploring the use of more than one public cloud platform. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2019
Tape isn't dead, just poorly advertised
Industry experts say tape isn't going away and the technology is actually improving. The problem, they say, is vendors aren't talking enough about this 'old-school' backup method. Continue Reading
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15 Mar 2019
Quest targets managed services market with new partner offering
Quest Software introduced a partner program with benefits and support geared toward the managed services business model; other channel news from the week. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2019
The blink of an eye: How AI works with network automation
Enterprises need to respond to network and security events in milliseconds, not seconds. Network automation coupled with artificial intelligence tools can help. Continue Reading
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13 Mar 2019
Cohesity DataPlatform now bundled with Cisco HyperFlex
The partnership between vendors Cohesity and Cisco has blossomed into a reseller deal. Customers can now buy Cohesity software on Cisco HyperFlex hardware and architecture. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Mar 2019
Synechron demos asset tokenization on blockchain
Synechron, a digital IT consulting firm, has launched a wealth management tech accelerator, which includes an asset tokenization on blockchain prototype. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2019
Dell EMC updates ECS object storage
Dell EMC updates on-premises ECS 3.3 object storage, formerly known as Elastic Cloud Storage, with new and improved capabilities in the areas of security, management and search. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Mar 2019
HPE Partner Ready highlights solution architect role in channel sales
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has rolled out a new technical enablement resource that targets HPE partner solution architects. The Tech Pro Community, launched globally today, aims to connect solution ... Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Mar 2019
6 AI applications in finance spark partner opportunity
AI in financial services is opening channel partner prospects, from building customer service chatbots to creating a better customer onboarding process. Continue Reading
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11 Mar 2019
Violin all-flash systems take performance to midmarket
Violin engineers all-flash storage systems for data centers that require ultrafast performance. The vendor also added ISE G4 arrays from X-IO for secondary storage. Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2019
VMware launches Service-defined Firewall
VMware is taking a different approach to firewalls by focusing on 'known good' behavior to better police east-west traffic within enterprise environments. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Mar 2019
Hosted private cloud speeds Epic EMR system rollout
A healthcare firm faced the daunting deadline challenge of deploying an Epic EMR system in eight months. US Signal's hosted private cloud helped the client beat the clock. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Mar 2019
Big Blue drives collaboration among IBM business partners
IBM business partners run the gamut of skill sets and focus areas. Learn about an initiative that aims to facilitate alliances within IBM's complex channel ecosystem. Continue Reading
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08 Mar 2019
Accenture acquisition highlights recent IT services M&A
The acquisition of a consulting company is expanding Accenture Industry X.0, while SADA Systems and Wipro are seeking greater focus in divestitures; more news from the week. Continue Reading
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04 Mar 2019
Are Nutanix, VMware heading in opposite HCI directions?
Nutanix CEO says HCI sales slowdown is temporary because its technology remains strong; in the meantime, Dell-VMware is pushing HCI deeper into the enterprise. Continue Reading
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01 Mar 2019
Splunk partners 'the growth engine' of new customer deals
Splunk partners were a major contributor to the vendor's growth in fiscal year 2019. Splunk says it aims to recruit more systems integrator partners in the year ahead. Continue Reading
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28 Feb 2019
VMware bolsters NSX-T for cloud
The latest iteration of VMware NSX-T includes a revamped UI and other features meant to improve its ability to provide virtual networking in hybrid, private and public clouds. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2019
Data erasure software makes channel inroads
Data erasure, which may be sold as a software product or as a service, is a security-oriented offering channel partners can present to their clients. Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2019
Service provider spending falls, sparking ICT slowdown
Service providers will buy less information and communications technologies, contributing significantly to an overall slowdown in ICT spending this year and next, IDC said. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Feb 2019
CodeObjects taps Watson AI capabilities to develop chatbot offering
When a Florida-based insurance firm needed help handling surges in call-center volumes, it piloted InsurBot.ai, a chatbot that employs IBM Watson technology. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2019
Cohesity DataPlatform? There's an app store for that
Cohesity MarketPlace includes Cohesity applications for secondary storage management, along with third-party choices, such as SentinelOne and Imanis Data. Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2019
ERP risks highlighted in new report
Oracle is being sued over a $4.5 million ERP project that did not go according to plan. That's a common problem with ERP installations, according to a new study. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Feb 2019
Thoma Bravo to buy ConnectWise MSP software business
MSP software provider ConnectWise has revealed plans to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm. According to ConnectWise, the transaction is expected to close on Feb. 28. ... Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Feb 2019
Reseller business model transformation pivots on cultural change
MNJ Technologies, a once fast-growing VAR, found its sales were stagnating. Here's how it got back on track with its effort to push beyond the reseller business model. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2019
Accenture partnership with Splice Machine sealed by investment
Read how Accenture and Splice Machine have deepened their alliance, taking aim at large-scale data transformation projects, and other channel news from the week. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2019
HPE, Juniper launch 5G edge hardware
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks have introduced 5G hardware for service providers' network edge. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Feb 2019
How to succeed at managed services marketing
The marketing formula at service provider DynTek includes executive briefings, messaging around innovation and transformation, and a blend of traditional and digital techniques. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Feb 2019
AWS APN program changes spark partner reaction
AWS partners said they support the new requirements established for the AWS APN program, noting the higher bar helps them rise above rivals in a competitive market. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2019
Kaseya MSP clients hit with GandCrab ransomware
GandCrab ransomware infected several managed service providers, thanks to an old a ConnectWise manage plugin vulnerability, but a new decryptor tool is offering relief to victims. Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2019
Palo Alto Networks to acquire Demis
Palo Alto Networks announced its plan of acquiring SOAR vendor Demisto for $560 million to accelerate its Application Framework strategy and beef up security operations automation. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Feb 2019
AI applications in healthcare grow, opening channel prospects
The hype around AI applications in healthcare spans decades, but the latest wave of AI tech suggests real-world traction. Firms like Perficient are using AI in their offerings. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Feb 2019
Microsoft partner training offers self-assessment tool
Microsoft partner training is getting a new addition with a self-assessment tool that guides partners toward appropriate training resources. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2019
Managed services model ripe for expansion: Kaseya, SolarWinds
Channel companies have an opportunity to broaden their managed services offerings, according to new studies from Kaseya and SolarWinds; more news from the week. Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2019
IBM AI product enables visible, scalable AI models
OpenScale, a new IBM AI product, enables organizations to monitor their AI models. Global services provider KPMG is using OpenScale to help power its own AI monitoring tool. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Feb 2019
Where to find gigs in artificial intelligence consulting
From AI analytics to AIOps, consulting opportunities in the fast-growing artificial intelligence technology sector could spark new business for IT service providers. Continue Reading