Month: February 2026

Managed Services

MSPs, AI, and the Readiness Gap: What’s working, what isn’t, and what comes next

February 26, 2026 Robert Dutt 0
AI is a top priority for MSPs, but excitement hasn’t always translated into execution or profitability. In this episode, Mike DePalma of OpenText Cybersecurity breaks down where partners are succeeding with AI, where they’re struggling, and how the channel opportunity is starting to take real shape.

Distribution

D&H Canada is looking to show up big

February 24, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on D&H Canada is looking to show up big
In times of ambiguity, those who invest will win, general manager Peter DiMarco says on this edition of the ChannelBuzz.ca Podcast.

In Case You Missed It

In Case You Missed Feb. 23, 2026: Microsoft AI Cloud partner benefits, partner program updates from Palo Alto and monday.com

February 23, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on In Case You Missed Feb. 23, 2026: Microsoft AI Cloud partner benefits, partner program updates from Palo Alto and monday.com
Microsoft ramps up AI Cloud partner perks, Palo Alto refines NextWave for security services, monday.com launches AI-driven partner marketplace, and Rocket Software reveals IT leaders’ top data worries — all in this week’s channel news roundup.

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Podcasts

Zoho Canada adds Payroll, POS, solopreneur offering to ‘business operating system’

February 19, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Zoho Canada adds Payroll, POS, solopreneur offering to ‘business operating system’
Country manager Chandrasekhar LSP on the company’s new Canadian offerings, data residency, and why Solo may punch above its weight

Podcasts

Proofpoint introduces new Partner Network program

February 17, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Proofpoint introduces new Partner Network program
An interview with Proofpoint global channel chief Stan de Boisset on what’s changing with the new program and what partners need to know as it goes live.

In Case You Missed It

In Case You Missed It Feb. 16, 2026: Cisco sees massive campus opportunity, Palo Alto closes CyberArk deal

February 16, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on In Case You Missed It Feb. 16, 2026: Cisco sees massive campus opportunity, Palo Alto closes CyberArk deal
Cisco’s Robbins on AI powering campus refresh, Palo Alto adds identity capabilities; and former Meraki channel chief Pete Atkin joins Meter on this week’s round-up of channel news you should keep an eye on.

Podcasts

Inside the revamped Intel Partner Alliance

February 12, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Inside the revamped Intel Partner Alliance
Intel Partner Alliance GM Andy Marsee explains changes to the chipmakers partner program and who Intel’s partnering with in this edition of the podcast

ESET Sponsored Content

ESET Canada leader reflects on a decade in country

February 10, 2026 Robert Dutt Comments Off on ESET Canada leader reflects on a decade in country
As ESET Canada celebrates ten years in the Canadian market, country manager Bob Bonneau looks back at the company’s first decade in this country, recounts highlights, shares future plans, and touches on what it means to be a EU-based company in North America.