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All three products are the latest manifestation of the company’s transition from storage hardware maker to cloud-first data management vendor.
Erick and Rich are impressed by SkyKick’s new cloud management solution, in agreement about the importance of learning to delegate tasks to your team, and confused
Organizations that openly address diversity and equity, and put ongoing programs and support in place, will better retain diverse talent.
A bevy of new products from Acer, a new alliance agreement for Microsoft and Salesforce, a new CRO for Axcient, and an official apology for the impending addition of one more hour to this endless year are all among the stories just now coming your way.
The company will phase out work on Acronis Cyber Backup and train all of its development efforts on Acronis Cyber Protect, its combination security and BDR solution, according to CEO Serguei Beloussov (pictured).
During its virtual Partner Summit event for 2020 this week, senior exec Herve Tardy (pictured) discussed the power quality vendor’s plans for a continued rebound from the market-slowing effects of COVID-19.
News
NetApp Introduces Cloud Management, Container Optimization, and Managed VDI Solutions
October 26th, 2020 | Rich Freeman
All three products are the latest manifestation of the company’s transition from storage hardware maker to cloud-first data management vendor. - read more
 
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ChannelPro 5 Minute Roundup for the Week of October 19th, 2020
October 26th, 2020 | ChannelPro
Erick and Rich are impressed by SkyKick’s new cloud management solution, in agreement about the importance of learning to delegate tasks to your team, and confused about why it took so long for the town of Asbestos, Quebec to choose a new name. - read more
 
Stronger Together
Sustaining Inclusion
October 26th, 2020 | Carolyn Heinze
Organizations that openly address diversity and equity, and put ongoing programs and support in place, will better retain diverse talent. - read more
 
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ICYMI: Our Channel News Roundup for the Week of October 19th
October 23rd, 2020 | James E. Gaskin
A bevy of new products from Acer, a new alliance agreement for Microsoft and Salesforce, a new CRO for Axcient, and an official apology for the impending addition of one more hour to this endless year are all among the stories just now coming your way. - read more
 
News
Acronis Goes All-In on Cyber Protect
October 23rd, 2020 | Rich Freeman
The company will phase out work on Acronis Cyber Backup and train all of its development efforts on Acronis Cyber Protect, its combination security and BDR solution, according to CEO Serguei Beloussov (pictured). - read more
 
Slide Gallery
Eaton Says Returning Growth, New Partner Benefits, and More Lithium-Ion UPS Hardware Are Coming Soon
October 23rd, 2020 | Rich Freeman
During its virtual Partner Summit event for 2020 this week, senior exec Herve Tardy (pictured) discussed the power quality vendor’s plans for a continued rebound from the market-slowing effects of COVID-19. - read more
 
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ChannelPro Weekly Podcast: Episode #164 - Rabid Raccoons
October 23rd, 2020 | ChannelPro Weekly
Sure, you haven’t been swarmed by hordes of rabid raccoons yet, people, but give it time. 2020 isn’t over yet. While you wait, listen in as Matt, Rich, and guest host Lawrence Cruciana, of Corporate Information Technologies, discuss Intel’s new partner program, SkyKick’s new cloud management solution, Datto’s new IPO, and SolarWinds MSP’s likely forthcoming IPO. - read more
 
Stronger Together
Building a Diverse Workforce
October 23rd, 2020 | Colleen Frye
From recruitment to interviewing and hiring, organizations that prioritize diversity need to be intentional in their pursuit and hold themselves accountable. - read more
 
Stronger Together
Embracing Cultural Differences
October 22nd, 2020 | Joanna Sobran
By creating a sense of belonging and providing opportunity to learn about other cultures, your employees will thrive. - read more
 
News
Beachhead Solutions Ships New Edition of SimplySecure for MSPs with Built-In 2FA
October 21st, 2020 | Rich Freeman
Version 6.7 of the product also includes geo-fencing functionality, the ability to enforce automated defensive measures on potentially compromised MacOS endpoints, and compliance reporting for both Macs and USB storage devices. - read more
 
News
Datto Goes Public. What Comes Next?
October 21st, 2020 | Rich Freeman
Managed services powerhouse Datto is now a publicly traded company. In this Q&A with ChannelPro, Senior Vice President of Business Development Rob Rae (pictured) explains what it means for partners, for Datto, and for the entire managed services industry. - read more
 
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Peer to Peer: Off the Cuff with Tim Taylor
October 21st, 2020 | Colleen Frye
Tim Taylor, owner of TaylorWorks, offers some finance and personnel tips for starting your own MSP business. - read more
 
Stronger Together
Getting Started with DEI
October 21st, 2020 | Jessica Meek
Your playbook should include assessing the company’s current state of diversity, setting goals for improvement, acquiring leadership buy-in, and building an action plan. - read more
 
News
Dell Announces Effort to Unify and Expand Cloud and On Demand Purchasing Programs
October 21st, 2020 | Rich Freeman
Called Project APEX and introduced at this week’s Dell Technologies World conference, the long-term initiative debuted alongside new storage-as-a-service solutions and pre-configured purchasing and Flex On Demand financing options. - read more
 
News
Sophos Says MSPs Are Getting “Bullish”
October 20th, 2020 | Rich Freeman
Strong demand for managed security help from businesses with work-from-home employees has MSPs reporting growth, according to Sophos, which has seen membership in its MSP partner program grow 30% since April and MSP billings rise 56%. - read more
 
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