Information Security Services
With a threat landscape that continues to multiply and extend the dangers for users online, the security industry has a major role to play keeping data and online commerce safe. A range of information security options for resellers include securing the network, desktop with products including anti-virus, firewalls and identity management solutions and services.
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News
23 Dec 2024
2024 review: Main themes in the channel
MicroScope takes a look back at some of the main themes that affected the channel over the past 12 months Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Dec 2024
What does 2025 have in store for the channel?
In a look ahead to what next year will hold, Billy MacInnes asks some of the channel’s great and good for their forecasts for Q1 Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2023
Dell UK boss talks of channel benefits
The recently appointed senior vice-president and general manager of Dell Technologies UK shares an update and discusses the major themes in the market Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2023
Abacus looks for growth while Imperva increases MSSP support
Managed security service provider Abacus hires CFO to drive growth, as elsewhere in the market Imperva enhances partner programme Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2023
Wib continues channel momentum with Kite signing
Security player lands first UK&I distribution partner as it looks to increase its channel reach Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Jun 2023
Four ways to protect your OT environment from cybersecurity incidents
Nick Ewing, managing director, EfficiencyIT, shares some advice on securing OT environments Continue Reading
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E-Zine
02 Jun 2023
MicroScope: Take a balanced approach to security
In this issue, read about how to help customers manage their security portfolios in a world of increasingly complex systems, discover how insights are providing more opportunities for partners, and learn whether being an MSP is enjoyable or not Continue Reading
- 01 Jun 2023
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News
30 May 2023
Jamf extending channel reach
Apple device management specialist is looking to work with managed service providers and security players to get in front of more customers Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2023
Westcon-Comstor underlines benefits of security and networking focus
Distributor shares financial results that show the benefits of operating in resilient areas that are continuing to grow Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2023
Managing the security estate
The channel is increasingly being looked on as a source of help for customers aiming to reduce the number of security tools they use, and interest is only increasing with the pressure on budgets Continue Reading
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05 May 2023
SonicWall CEO says success will come from listening to partners
Bob VanKirk, the recently appointed boss of the cyber security player, reveals the importance of working with the channel and the need to keep the dialogue flowing. Simon Quicke reports Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 May 2023
Vendors need to listen and learn
In this month’s MicroScope ezine, we look at why it is vital that vendors listen to partners and act on the feedback. We also look at what’s next for HP’s advancing sustainability programme, Amplify Impact. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2023
Exclusive Networks enjoys a strong start to the year
Distributor shares first quarter numbers that indicate the business remains in growth mode Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2023
BlackBerry offers lucrative incentive for fresh logos
Vendor claims it has devised a channel first with its latest partner incentive scheme Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2023
BT bolsters security offerings
Comms player’s relationships with CyberArk and Ivanti add more managed security options and SME protection Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2023
IT Priorities 2023: Customers continuing to turn to MSPs
The channel is seen as a solution to a range of IT challenges, including security and cloud management Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2023
WatchGuard adds more options to FlexPay
Vendor responds to channel feedback to ensure it can provide the flexibility partners are looking for Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2023
Infinigate rebranding setting up the next phase of growth
Distributor talks of ambitious plans to expand the business as it rebrands operations Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2023
DataSolutions surfs security and cloud wave
Distributor shares revenue growth numbers for past fiscal year and expects market momentum will continue in commercial space Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2023
IT spending will grow and the channel will take a major share
IDC is expecting growth across Europe in 2023 and is anticipating that around a third of spending will go through partners Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2023
Security disties e92plus and Distology expanding options
As threats evolve, so does the need for distributors to keep expanding their vendor portfolios Continue Reading
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E-Zine
06 Apr 2023
MicroScope: The benefits of security certifications
In this month’s MicroScope ezine, we look at how industry-recognised certifications can strengthen business defences. We also see how ChatGPT offers the channel a chance to level the playing field. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2023
Customers asking channel to help rationalise security
A tight economy has encouraged more scrutiny of security estates, with Cisco among those charting a rise in users reaching out for help from partners in sorting out bloated software estates Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Apr 2023
Five-minute interview: Steve Nurton, WithSecure
We get the chance to find out a bit more about Steve Nurton, WithSecure's head of channel sales Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2023
Accreditation key to enterprise security
We look at how industry-recognised certification can help security chiefs boost the strength of their teams. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2023
BCN, Daisy and Apogee start Q2 with M&A moves
The first working day of April started with a flurry of activity as consolidation continues across the channel Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2023
MSPs looking to exploit automation
Kaseya benchmark report into the managed services landscape reveals a desire to improve efficiencies and streamline systems Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2023
MSPs protecting themselves from security-lax customers
Anecdotal evidence from senior managers at Barracuda reveals the steps managed service providers are taking to make sure they are not exposed to risk Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2023
SonicWall CEO: Success will come from listening to partners
The recently appointed boss of the cyber security player reveals the importance of working with the channel and the need to keep the dialogue flowing Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2023
A strong security culture comes from within
The experience of managed service provider Littlefish demonstrates the benefits of developing a company-wide appreciation of security Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2023
ClickUp and Kroll formalise channel offerings
Firms ClickUp and Kroll are both looking to increase support and rewards for partners engaging through a structured ecosystem and partner programme Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Mar 2023
MicroScope: Steering the storage market
In this issue, read all about how the storage world is continuing to evolve as it looks to the cloud, security and ESG compliance requirements. Also discover six steps to making your business more sustainable and read about how IBM’s channel boss is set to make a difference. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
Increasing enterprise sales bolster Exclusive Networks’ 2022 results
Exclusive Networks’ full-year results make it clear the distributor’s focus on security is continuing to deliver Continue Reading
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Opinion
21 Feb 2023
The important role of SIEM in the SOC Triad
Sean Tickle, cyber services director at Littlefish, details why a SIEM is such an important element for the channel to understand Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2023
ReliaQuest goes all-in on channel
Cyber security player shares 100% partner commitment at a time that Searchlight Cyber reveals there are emerging opportunities for MSSPs around the dark web Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2023
ProofPoint and Gatewatcher ramp up partner programmes
Cyber security players are looking for growth with channel offerings that increase support and incentives Continue Reading
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News
10 Feb 2023
Insight CEO talks of M&A options
As the firm shared full-year numbers, it also revealed its willingness to grow the business through acquisition Continue Reading
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News
03 Feb 2023
EfficientIP gives partners chance to show and tell over DNS
Security player EfficientIP puts free tool in hands of channel partners to help prove the need for more investment from users Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Feb 2023
What is Managed SOC and why should you care?
Rowan Troy, senior security consultant at Littlefish shares his thoughts about the benefits of using a SOC Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Feb 2023
MicroScope: Opportunities in security
In this month’s issue, we explore the possibilities for the channel to make its mark with security services, and take a closer look at whether the ChatGPT revolution brings more benefits or negatives with it Continue Reading
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News
26 Jan 2023
MDR resonating as an option with both channel and customers
One area tipped for growth by analysts and vendors is managed detection and response – the challenge for partners is to keep on top of training and vendor relationships Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2023
Channel seen as route to growth for iplicit and Sycope
Vendors iplicit and Sycope look to partners as a way to help drive growth in the UK and extend their market reach Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2023
SMEs upping security investment in face of growing threats
Research from Datto has provided an update on attitudes across the customer base, and findings from S-RM has underlined ongoing problems developing in-house expertise Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2023
Bulk of security sales will go through the channel
Forecasts from Canalys around the prospects for the year ahead make it clear partners have a crucial role to play in delivering security technology Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2023
Abacus Group moving to become MSSP with Gotham buy
Managed service player wants to become known for security, and has made an acquisition to support that ambition Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2023
Vectra stepping up partner enablement
The detection and response specialist has been focusing on channel recruitment and is now moving into the next stage of enabling those partners to increase growth Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jan 2023
The channel is key to plugging cyber skills gap
If there is going to be one theme that continues from year to year, it is the desire by customers to work with channel partners to help solve security problems Continue Reading
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News
12 Jan 2023
Eccleston looking for growth at Exclusive Networks
The recently installed UKI managing director views the market as one presenting opportunity for the business to grow Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2023
TD Synnex and Arrow bolster security options
Distributors TD Synnex and Arrow actively increasing support and vendor options for channel cyber security specialists Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jan 2023
Can ChatGPT revolutionise cyber security – for good and bad?
AI tools are getting more commonly used, but Neil Langridge, marketing and alliances director at e92plus, wonders if that’s a positive Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2023
Channel themes for the year ahead
A fresh year is upon us and it’s already clear what most of the major themes will be, with security, sustainability and hybrid working firmly on the radar. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
09 Jan 2023
MicroScope: Channel themes for 2023
In this month’s ezine, we provide a guide to the main areas of focus for the channel in the year ahead, with security, sustainability and hybrid working already standing out as major themes. We also look at what makes a good partner incentive programme. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jan 2023
Goodbye 2022, hello 2023: experts weigh in with channel expectations
The year is just a few days old, so it’s a good moment to look back and ponder on what lies ahead given the experiences of the past 12 months Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Dec 2022
The themes of 2023 for the channel
A fresh year is looming and it’s already clear what most of the major themes will be, including security, sustainability and hybrid working Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2022
Users look to channel to plug cyber skills gap
The channel is already seen as a repository of security expertise, and the pressure to deliver that is only set to increase in 2023 Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2022
Zero-trust market has matured over 2022
Zero trust has been used regularly in security conversations and has been making a difference to both channel partners and customers Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2022
Wib signals channel-building intentions
Security player continues with its plans to build a partner network to support growth ambitions across EMEA Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2022
Secureworks embarks on channel-first approach
Security player is determined to put its business through partners and is putting the pieces in place to support that ambition Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2022
Panzura and XtndNet need partners to fight for justice
A couple of vendors with good intentions are looking to build up their channels Continue Reading
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E-Zine
02 Dec 2022
MicroScope: Dealing with rising prices
With prices rising, many are looking at what costs to cut – yet in the channel, the opposite might prove for better business. In this issue, read about how to navigate the cost issue, learn about the growing area of security, and learn about how to create a more appealing employment experience to attract talent Continue Reading
- 01 Dec 2022
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News
01 Dec 2022
Ignition holding on to identity post-Exclusive acquisition
A year and a half on from the deal, the distributor is finding that life has remained positive under fresh ownership Continue Reading
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News
25 Nov 2022
Westcon-Comstor adds security depth with Okta
Distributor Westcon-Comstor adds more zero-trust capabilities to its portfolio with latest vendor signing Continue Reading
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News
24 Nov 2022
Bechtle expands UK footprint with ACS buy
Firm gains greater geographical coverage and access to more managed service skills with acquisition Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2022
WithSecure focus on commercial making life easier for partners
Security player has seen positives since it launched fresh branding and a focused approach to the market Continue Reading
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News
09 Nov 2022
Exclusive Networks delivers strong Q3
Distributor shows growth and increased cloud sales activity as it marks a year since its IPO Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2022
11:11 makes double acquisition to bolster market position
Move for Sungard Availability Services’ Recovery Services business and Sungard AS’s Cloud and Managed Services business adds to a growing number of deals struck this year Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2022
Softcat shines light on customer spending priorities
Security tops the list of areas where users will invest in the next 12 months Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Nov 2022
MicroScope: Elevate security to minimise risk
Security remains a major concern for customers and a continuing area of growth for the channel – so what can managed service providers do to help out? Also read about expectations for the last quarter of 2022 and how partnerships are key to digital transformation Continue Reading
- 03 Nov 2022
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News
02 Nov 2022
Cynet, Palo Alto and Noname Security enhance partner support
Vendors Cynet, Palo Alto and Noname Security are using programmes and training to keep momentum going across their respective channel bases Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2022
MSP drive continues at WatchGuard Technologies
Security player has continued to see high levels of channel activity among the managed service provider community Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2022
Sophos expects MDR approach will chime with MSSPs
Security player’s plans to make third-party compatibility really mean something should arm managed service providers with more flexibility Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2022
Canalys: Channel optimistic despite threat of challenging 2023
Channel Forum event concludes with a sense that although there are clouds on the economic horizon, the fundamentals for the channel are sound and the reasons for customers to keep spending still exist Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Oct 2022
Threat hunting for MSPs
Iratxe Vazquez, senior product marketing manager at WatchGuard, provides top tips for managed service providers to help their customers stay one step ahead of the cyber criminals Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2022
Babble acquires again to strengthen security position
Firm seals seventh deal of the year so far as it looks to add more depth to its cyber security position Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Oct 2022
May the fourth be with you as you enter the final quarter with cautious optimism
The last three months of the year represent the busiest time for the channel as targets are aimed for and the year goes down as a success or failure Continue Reading
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News
07 Oct 2022
Barracuda looks to new CRO to share best practices
Security player’s recently appointed CRO will look at how it can take the best bits of its global channel activities and share them to improve its routes to market Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Oct 2022
Can MSPs get cyber security ‘right’ for SMEs?
The pressure is on for managed service providers to protect SMEs from cyber attack Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2022
Context: Channel remains optimistic
Research from market watcher shows most across the European channel are feeling upbeat, even if that sentiment is not shared with all their customers Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Oct 2022
MicroScope: 40 years of MicroScope
As we celebrate MicroScope’s 40 anniversary, we look back (and forward) to assess how the channel keeps changing, with experts weighing in with their opinions Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2022
The channel: Four decades of change
To celebrate MicroScope’s 40th anniversary, we ask channel leaders to reflect on the changes seen over the past four decades – a shift to software, and the emergence of the managed service provider and the cloud are among the highlights Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2022
Where next for the channel?
As part of our 40th anniversary, we look ahead to get a sense of where the channel will go in the years and decades to come Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2022
Claroty bringing in Medigate partners
Operational technology security player is bedding in partners that have come on board following acquisition that took the firm into the healthcare market Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2022
UK enterprise deals a highlight of Exclusive H1
Distributor shares positive half-year numbers, indicating growth across EMEA as the security market continues to motor Continue Reading
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News
07 Sep 2022
Kaspersky enhances programme and Mimecast turns to Exclusive
Security vendors make moves to improve life for partners through enhancements and through deepening its distributor relationship Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2022
The Westcon-Comstor apprentice experience
The experience of an apprentice who has gone through Westcon-Comstor’s programme underlines how important the apprenticeships are to attracting the next generation of talent Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Aug 2022
How can MSPs minimise the risk of supply chain attacks?
Jaime Arze, manager II of third-party risk at Datto, shares some thoughts on how managed service providers can avoid becoming the weak links in the supply chain Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2022
Supply chain attacks spark security investments
There have been several episodes of attacks in the software supply chain world, and MSPs in general are feeling the heat Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2022
Exclusive Networks delivers strong Q2
Distributor buoyed by security and cloud growth as it reports second-quarter numbers Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2022
Cheap malware kits put channel under pressure
Research from HP underlines just how easy it is for criminals to get hold of malware, and the need for partners to protect customers Continue Reading
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News
21 Jul 2022
Deep Instinct partner programme changes making a difference
Security player rolled out fresh offering in May and shares some of the initial reaction to those changes Continue Reading
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News
20 Jul 2022
Channel strategy delivering growth for Osirium Technologies
Security player Osirium Technologies provides a momentum update on the progress made in the first half of the year, with partners key to helping deliver growth Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2022
Trellix underlines MSP cyber threats
Security player adds to the growing weight of evidence that the channel is a target for cyber criminals Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2022
SHI International attack shows the channel are targets
Malware attack on channel player a reminder that criminals are focused on hitting firms across the partner ecosystem Continue Reading
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News
05 Jul 2022
Infinigate snaps up Nuvias security and networking operations
Combined entity of Infinigate and Nuvias will create a powerful pan-European cyber security focused distributor Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Jul 2022
MicroScope: The slow march to Windows 11
It's taken a while, but the latest Microsoft OS is having an impact – read all about the journey to Windows 11, as well as the uptake of co-innovation and co-creation strategies in the channel, and Broadcom's acquisition of VMware Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2022
N-Able courts security market with recovery options
Backup specialist N-able adds more features to Cove product to appeal to those keen to recover data that has been attacked Continue Reading
