Why Matter Matters
A recently completed standard for interoperable smart home technologies, Matter will roll out in 2023 but dominate in 2024.
Vendor to Watch: Pia
Pia is an intelligent automation platform that integrates with IT service management tools to simplify processes and improve operational efficiencies.
ChannelPro Weekly Podcast: Episode #251 – Raccoon Buffet
Everyone loves a good buffet, don’t you think? Even raccoons, though they probably don’t fill their plates with the same goodies you and I do. Here’s something everyone will find appetizing, though: a new ChannelPro Weekly episode in which Matt, Rich, and returning guest host Chad Kempt, of Fast Computers, discuss hardware news from CES and the secrets of cross-selling.
ChannelPro 5 Minute Roundup for the Week of January 2nd, 2023
Back in action for 2023, Erick and Rich discuss what hardware trends from CES mean for the SMB channel, the importance of diversifying your lead generation activities, and a coder who turned to Office Space for criminal inspiration instead of laughs.
Lenovo Stresses Flexible Use Modes in Latest Laptops
A crop of new PCs and peripherals introduced at this year’s CES conference today include a new ThinkBook model (pictured) equipped with a rotating hinge that lets users switch between a 13.3-inch OLED touchscreen and a 12-inch e-Ink display.
HP’s 2023 CES Product Wave Targets Hybrid Workers
The forthcoming PCs and peripherals include new Dragonfly Pro laptops and Chromebooks (pictured) specifically aimed at freelancers and equipped with 24/7 live concierge support at no extra charge.
Vendor to Watch: Redstor
Redstor’s 100% cloud-based, AI-equipped BDR platform is designed to make protecting on-premises and online data simpler.
SMBs Seek Frictionless, Fraud-Free User Experiences
MSPs can help businesses meet changing customer demands without sacrificing the security controls that protect them from fraud.
GoTo’s Going Deep on Partnership
The communications and support vendor’s partner program aims to turn mere resellers into true-blue, full-blown partners.
With Datto, Tekie Geek Can Do This All Day
Tekie Geek protects its clients’ on-prem and SaaS environments—and grows its business—with Datto by its side as a partner.









