Cloud
Cisco merges cloud, managed services partner programs
Program changes give MSPs and cloud-focused partners access to all-important VIP for first time
Month: November 2012
Cloud
Avnet adds four new Amazon-powered cloud services
Two backup offerings, hosted SharePoint, and Web hosting on the way from the distributor
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IBM to make $4 billion in financing available through channel
Big Blue’s financing efforts include a new mobile app that speeds partners’ efforts to get customer projects funded
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Symantec adds mobile specialization to partner program
The security vendor feels its broad mobility focus gives it an edge in the channel
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Avaya to partners: Make Evolutions your event
The name on the banner for Tuesday’s event in Toronto’s MTCC may be Avaya Evolutions, but the networking vendor wants its partners fully engaged
Distribution
Ingram Micro promotes Bay to North American president
Paul Bay to head distributor’s operations as longtime North American chief Keith Bradley steps down
Channel Programs
Navantis takes home three at Microsoft Impact Awards
Software giant celebrates 10th annual partner awards ceremony with “biggest ever” gala in Toronto
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Long View taps Frederickson to lead charge into Toronto
Former HP Canada ESSN boss to lead MSP’s expansion into Ontario market
Channel Programs
Liveblog: Avaya Americas Executive Partner Forum 2013
As-it-happens coverage from the networking vendor’s Americas partner event
Channel Communities
Synnex Canada looks to boost Technical Solutions division
Distributor eyes more Solv platforms in Canada, aims to roll out reseller e-commerce tool
Channel Communities
Canadian Varnex community comes of age
With 80-plus members and seat on North American council, Varnex Canada has moved past recruitment mode
Computers
Lenovo channel chief eyes earnings, keeping number-one spot
Server storage options and cloud solutions among new opportunities for the PC vendor
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HP previews blazing inkjets to Varnex members
Vendor continues to bet on MFPs, services, and PPS integration
Channel Programs
TeraGo launches partner program
High-speed wireless network vendor looks to connect with the channel
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Eric Gales named VMware Canada boss
Former Microsoft Canada chief takes the reins at virtualization giant
Data Centre
HP sees channel gold in them there PODs
Portable data centre modules present opportunities for infrastructure partners and service providers alike, HP says
Distribution
GammaTech expands Synnex distribution deal to include Canada
The rugged notebook and tablet vendor is looking to build its channel in Canada
Channel Programs
EMC evolves service provider partner program
Storage giant looks to foster relationships with SPs, between SPs and VARs
Channel Programs
Datto launches direct presence in Canada
“Overwhelming response” to franchise launch in Canada earlier this year leads to formal program launch
Channel Programs
Brocade program changes aim to get closer to smaller partners
New configuration tool and marketing capabilities on the way as Brocade looks to up the ante for Select partners