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• September 01, 2023 01 Sep'23

  Dell shows AI is already generating an impact

  Vendor’s Q2 numbers show demand for AI servers, and executives talk up the future benefits on the PC front

• August 31, 2023 31 Aug'23

  Centerprise extends Welsh commitment with Newport-based datacentre

  Cloud player Centerprise adds a second datacentre location in Wales as it continues to expand operations in the country

• August 30, 2023 30 Aug'23

  TD Synnex focused on taking market share

  Distributor’s UK boss updates on progress made so far this year and the prospects for an improved 2024

• August 30, 2023 30 Aug'23

  K3 Business Technology transition continues

  Channel player focused on fashion industry shares H1 progress indicating that it is making progress

• August 29, 2023 29 Aug'23

  Bulk of IT spending going through the channel

  The amount of money spent on technology might have been hit by macroeconomic conditions, but the majority of what is being transacted is going through partners

• August 29, 2023 29 Aug'23

  SCC outlines ambitious Scottish growth targets

  Investment in fresh HQ is accompanied by an update on the growth plans for the business both this year and beyond

• August 18, 2023 18 Aug'23

  Exclusive expands relationship with Thales

  Vendor hands distributor the right to represent it globally and start selling the firm’s security products in North America

• August 17, 2023 17 Aug'23

  Gamma moves into security space with Satisnet buy

  Unified comms player moves to add security depth with addition of experienced MSSP

• August 17, 2023 17 Aug'23

  Insight picks up Amdaris

  Acquisition will add more depth to the channel player’s ability to support customers looking for digital transformation support

• August 16, 2023 16 Aug'23

  Deep Instinct widens channel reach with e92plus

  Relationship struck with distributor should enable threat prevention specialist to expand its reseller base

• August 15, 2023 15 Aug'23

  Umbraco involves channel in sustainability efforts

  Content management system specialist Umbraco recognises the need to create a community effort to tackle the reduction of carbon emissions

• August 14, 2023 14 Aug'23

  Channel roundup: Who's gone where?

  Another busy week across the industry on the personnel movement front

• August 14, 2023 14 Aug'23

  Exertis launches B2B trade-in option

  Distributor’s offering should make it easier for resellers to give customer devices a second life and avoid disposal for longer

• August 11, 2023 11 Aug'23

  Dell EMEA boss: Artificial intelligence of immense value

  The debate about the benefit of artificial intelligence rages on, but for those trying to make it deliver benefits for partners, the value of the technology can already be appreciated

• August 07, 2023 07 Aug'23

  Dell goes partner-first on storage

  Vendor will hand channel significant amount of business as it looks to drive increased sales through partners

• August 04, 2023 04 Aug'23

  Tablet market under pressure

  The tablet form factor finds itself in a difficult position as shipments continue to fall and rival technologies emerge

• August 03, 2023 03 Aug'23

  Exclusive Networks delivers solid H1

  Distributor continues to provide investors with cheer after sharing details of its first-half performance

• August 02, 2023 02 Aug'23

  Solar panels help reduce energy burden at SCC datacentre

  Channel player’s ambitions to meet net-zero goals bolstered by decision to use renewable energy at Birmingham site

• August 02, 2023 02 Aug'23

  NetApp focusing partners on cloud and flash

  Launch of partner programme that rewards expertise in those areas offers support and co-selling options to the channel

• August 01, 2023 01 Aug'23

  User security consolidation a continuing trend

  Shifting to a platform approach is about more than saving money, according to some of the findings from Tanium and IDC

• August 01, 2023 01 Aug'23

  Dell latest to signal generative AI channel opportunity

  Vendor adds its backing for the technology to a growing list with the view it is a technology the channel needs to back

• July 31, 2023 31 Jul'23

  Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?

  The personnel moves continue apace despite the summer focus on sun and sea

• July 28, 2023 28 Jul'23

  Citrix hands partners options to meet customer demands

  Firm rolls out single subscription covering several services that will make life easier for the channel and users

• July 27, 2023 27 Jul'23

  Security a concern for MSPs

  Managed service providers are a target of cyber criminals so taking steps to protect data is a major ambition

• July 27, 2023 27 Jul'23

  Daisy: Customers keeping a continuing eye on costs

  Comms player shares research that underlines the ongoing impact the economic landscape is having on customer behaviour

• July 26, 2023 26 Jul'23

  Zyxel bolsters MSP support

  Firm wants more partners to take the managed services approach, while elsewhere, Kyndryl ramps up its options in the security space

• July 26, 2023 26 Jul'23

  Babble buys again with more lined up for second half

  Channel player seals three deals and indicates there is plenty more in the pipeline as it continues to expand the business

• July 24, 2023 24 Jul'23

  Channel round-up: Who’s gone where?

  A busy few days with moves, promotions and welcomes to senior personnel across the industry

• July 23, 2023 23 Jul'23

  SoftwareOne turns down Bain and starts strategic review

  Second bid rejected but offers have promoted board to seriously assess future of the business

• July 21, 2023 21 Jul'23

  Bain makes second offer for SoftwareOne

  Cloud and software specialist will have to consider a higher bid for the business after turning down last month’s opening offer

• July 21, 2023 21 Jul'23

  Managed services players expose hybrid working challenges

  Research from a couple of MSPs indicates that in the financial services sector and the NHS, the technology to support remote working is not meeting employee needs

• July 20, 2023 20 Jul'23

  Intec Microsystems gains fresh owners and sets sights on growth

  Distributor picked up by private equity player and signals intent to grow, adding a channel veteran to help with strategy

• July 19, 2023 19 Jul'23

  ISVs, AI and multicloud on Oracle channel chief’s to-do list

  The vendor is looking to make sure its partners deliver high levels of customer experience and can take advantage of emerging opportunities

• July 19, 2023 19 Jul'23

  Microsoft increases channel exposure to AI

  Vendor rolls out fresh specialisation encouraging the channel to embrace the benefits artificial intelligence can deliver

• July 18, 2023 18 Jul'23

  Splunk enters hardware market using trusted partners

  Vendor Splunk announces plans to roll out a device at the edge for monitoring and protecting customer data

• July 18, 2023 18 Jul'23

  Midwich signals AV market strength with strong H1

  Live events are returning and helping to drive revenues at the distributor, which has continued to use M&A to expand the business

• July 17, 2023 17 Jul'23

  Arrow Electronics rolls out managed service offering

  Distributor aims to help resellers plug gaps in their portfolios with a wide range of services

• July 14, 2023 14 Jul'23

  UK performs for Proact in Q2

  Channel player shared its H1 update, indicating its performance on this side of the North Sea has been a good one

• July 14, 2023 14 Jul'23

  The worst might be over in the PC market

  An analysis of Q2 shipment numbers from Canalys indicates that declines are slowing, and the hoped-for recovery later this year is still on the cards

• July 13, 2023 13 Jul'23

  Schneider and 8x8 bolster partner support offerings

  Vendors roll out programmes designed to help those looking to deliver relevant and personalised support to customers

• July 12, 2023 12 Jul'23

  Couchbase: Digital transformation needs have changed

  Couchbase signals the need for a tailored pitch, with customer priorities shifting over the past couple of years

• July 12, 2023 12 Jul'23

  Bytes signals strong start to fiscal year

  Ahead of its AGM, the firm has provided an update on the first few months of its latest fiscal year, indicating that it is performing well

• July 11, 2023 11 Jul'23

  Business owners alerted to expected M&A pick up

  There have been a record numbers of deals struck in the first half of the year, and the rest of 2023 could be similarly busy if inflation eases

• July 10, 2023 10 Jul'23

  AI, automation and edge driving Red Hat channel

  Vendor looks to identify areas where its partners can make a difference and provide support

• July 10, 2023 10 Jul'23

  Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?

  Several senior appointments caught the eye in the past week, and a resignation created the chance for an opening

• July 07, 2023 07 Jul'23

  Co-selling approach working for Infinidat

  Storage player’s CMO outlines how it is working with the channel and the progress that has been made as a result

• July 06, 2023 06 Jul'23

  Vast Data channel boss braced for busy second half

  The recently installed worldwide channel boss at the storage company has got a couple of months under his belt ahead of the business making major announcements next month

• July 06, 2023 06 Jul'23

  Logicalis arms customers with environmental insights

  Logicalis platform offering will provide users with a chance to identify where they can take steps to reduce carbon emissions

• July 05, 2023 05 Jul'23

  NFON rings the changes to support growth ambitions

  Firm bids farewell to its CTO and removes the CMO position as it looks to change its executive structure

• July 04, 2023 04 Jul'23

  Node4 and Air IT bolster position through acquisitions

  Managed service players Node4 and Air IT have been active in the M&A market as they look to add more skills and coverage