Channel Programs
As Microsoft Aspires to Apple Model, Channel Changes
Success in buying Nokia could look something like Apple’s juggernaut complete-stack model, but failure could make Microsoft the next BlackBerry.
Service Provider
Cloud
Intermedia Outage Provides Lesson in Communications
Intermedia is back online after suffering widespread disruptions. Restoration is ongoing, but the damage may not be in the outage alone.
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Managed Services Continues Evolution, Growth
Everyone wants to talk about the growth in cloud computing. By the end of the decade, cloud computing will generate more than $200 billion in annual sales for vendors and solution providers. Pretty good, right? […]
Channel Programs
VMware Chief: Virtualization Has a Decade of Runway
As VMware broadens its borders beyond its sweet spot in server virtualization, does it risk coming into increased conflict with allies and channel partners?
Channel Programs
VCE Doubles Down on Channel Chiefs
Chris Sullivan, VP of sales at VCE will take over VAR relationships while longtime channel chief D. Martin will focus on growing new types of partnerships
Channel Programs
VMware Looks to Build Value Channel
VMware will roll out a new partner program between now and its Partner Exchange event early next year, introducing four tiers and a simplified approach.
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Kaseya Accelerating Managed Services Evolution
Under new ownership and leadership, Kaseya is pushing forward with acquisitions, headquarters relocation and the development of new channels.
Cloud
Artisan Infrastructure offers Roll-Your-Own Cloud
Solution providers need to stop reseller branded cloud services and focus on building their own brand, says the CEO of IaaS company Artisan Infrastructure.
Channel Programs
FireEye Adds Fuel to Security Partner Program
FireEye continues its progress in the channel with the introduction of its new Fuel Partner Program.
Cloud
Cloud Economics Foggy to Many Businesses
Businesses concerned about vendor lock-in and having to pay recurring revenues in perpetuity with move to the cloud.
Software
VMware in Log Management and Analytics Play
VMware gets into the cloud-based log analytics space with vCenter Log Insight
Cloud
AVG Snaps Up Level Platforms in MSP Play
Level the second Ottawa-based RMM player acquired in a month
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HP Targets Backup-as-a-Service with StoreOnce VSA
Why Canada and other non-U.S. markets are prime opportunity for partner-hosted backup
Distribution
Ingram Adds IBM Software to IM-Link Services
Adding vendor-specific services an important step in growing services-brokering community
Cloud
Study: Cloud Matures, Opens Channel Doors
TechInsight report suggests cloud is finally coming of age
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Earning and Keeping the ‘Trust’ in ‘Trusted Advisor’
How CompTIA’s Trustmark can open market opportunities and help win new business
Cloud
Dell Sheds VMware, Pushes IaaS To Channel
It’s no secret that Dell is actively maturing its cloud presence. And like anything else that grows up, it’s taking a few more self-reliant steps toward independence. After a two-year stint, the Round Rock, Tex.-based […]
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Managed Services Growing at Double-Digit Rates
Managed services market will continue heady growth for next four years, survey says
Channel Programs
Pivotal to Build Enterprise-Focused Channel
The EMC and VMware spinoff will build its own channel program, but not until its cloud platform goes public
Channel Programs
EMC to Retire Velocity Partner Programs
New program will bring together various partner communities under the EMC Business Partner brand