Networking

Cloud

Palo Alto Networks adds new cloud modules to their Prisma Cloud Native Security Platform

October 19, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Palo Alto Networks adds new cloud modules to their Prisma Cloud Native Security Platform
In addition to their Prisma Cloud 2.0 announcement, Palo Alto Networks has announced the availability of their first Canadian-based cloud region.

Mobility

Masergy moves portfolio beyond the branch with SD-WAN Work From Anywhere

October 14, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Masergy moves portfolio beyond the branch with SD-WAN Work From Anywhere
SD-WAN Secure Home is designed to extend Masergy’ SD-WAN to home offices, while SD-WAN On the Go is a software client for mobile users needing secure access – which can also be used as a low-cost home office solution.

Managed Services

Linksys eliminates license fees, improves free technical support with Linksys Cloud Manager 2.0

October 6, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Linksys eliminates license fees, improves free technical support with Linksys Cloud Manager 2.0
Linksys has also strengthened their support for the channel selling this Business Division offering by strengthening support for partner business motions and improving its optimization for MSPs.

Internet of Things

DH2i moves into IoT market with DxOdyssey for IoT

October 5, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on DH2i moves into IoT market with DxOdyssey for IoT
DH2i’s new initiative involves an expanded relationship with Microsoft around its new Azure SQL Edge data engine, and their offering will be available in the Azure marketplace.

Managed Services

SolarWinds leverages new N-Central capabilities to improve MSP efficiency with Cisco Meraki

September 25, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on SolarWinds leverages new N-Central capabilities to improve MSP efficiency with Cisco Meraki
The extension of the SolarWinds MSP relationship with Cisco follows up on a recent one with Microsoft, and are part of a broader initiative to further extend MSP effectiveness.

Networking

Palo Alto Networks expands SD-WAN capabilities with Layer 7, Prisma security integration and new appliances

September 21, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Palo Alto Networks expands SD-WAN capabilities with Layer 7, Prisma security integration and new appliances
The company is asserting that these new enhancements to the CloudGenix SD-WAN solution they acquired earlier this year make it the first true next-generation SD-WAN offering in the industry.

Channel Programs

Silver Peak expands services offering with addition of resellers to certified deployment partner program

September 17, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Silver Peak expands services offering with addition of resellers to certified deployment partner program
While the certified deployment program was initially created for pure services-focused partners, it is being expanded to select Platinum partners who resell as well as provide services.

Networking

Extreme Networks announces universal wired and wireless platforms

September 16, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Extreme Networks announces universal wired and wireless platforms
Extreme also announces refreshes in the middle and lower parts of their portfolio as well as the addition of five applications to their ExtremeCloud IQ Pilot Subscription.

Networking

Getting to know Infoblox

September 9, 2020 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Getting to know Infoblox
Infoblox channel chief Lori Cornmesser takes us through the networking vendor’s go-to-market, channel strategy, and top opportunities in this edition of the ChannelBuzz.ca Podcast.

Networking

Cisco focuses on WFH tech with small business push

August 24, 2020 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Cisco focuses on WFH tech with small business push
As small businesses adapt to the realities of working in the COVID world, Cisco Designed for Business builds on collaboration and security messages.