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Managed Services stories - Page 38

Organisations keen on quality IT service delivery but lacking or not wishing to invest in the necessary expertise often outsource this specialised field to an expert which provides the technology, guidance and recommendations, support and maintenance required. This is a Managed Services engagement, with the vendor known as Managed Services Provider or MSP. In the Managed Services model, a subscription is usually paid making the service fixed cost, distinct from the break/fix model where the service provider bills only for work done. The MSP model incentivizes preventative maintenance and is especially popular for mid-sized organisations.
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Continuum and Bluechip Infotech sign APAC distribution agreement

Thu, 24th Aug 2017
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Continuum says the agreement demonstrates their commitment to the APAC region, as the technology provider continues to pursue local markets.
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Managed services and the art of differentiation

Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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Differentiation is the name of the game for MSPs as the market becomes mainstream and commoditisation rears its head. But how do you differentiate?.
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5 tips on moving from break-fix model to managed service provider

Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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Managed services are a great channel play, but to maximise returns, you must re-think client engagement. Datto's Nop Srinara offers some tips.
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Comodo launches online academy to help partners succeed

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Comodo launches online education portal offering certification to users of its IT and security management platform, Comodo ONE.
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Hitachi Data Systems takes growth to next level with new exec appointment

Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Hitachi Data Systems has hired industry veteran and former Pulsant director of professional services Todd Whaley as services director for ANZ.
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Results are out – MSPs more profitable with Continuum

Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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The results of an independent analysis of MSPs and IT solution providers worldwide have revealed some very favourable results for Continuum.
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Cloud infrastructure services skyrocket 47% - AI to be big future player

Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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​The global cloud infrastructure services market continued its rampant growth in Q2 2017, surging 47 percent year-on-year to reach US$14 billion.
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The 7 deadly sins of MSPs: Here's what not to do…

Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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From mishandling tech trials to price slashing, Datto Asia sheds light on the critical mistakes MSPs must avoid to triumph in a crowded market.
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Kaseya adds quick route to new MSP offerings with Powered Services

Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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Kaseya says its Powered Services enable MSPs to launch new offerings and expand revenue streams fast, with IAM and network monitoring first to launch.
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FY18 is here: ESET's guide to top cybersecurity investments for SMBs

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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As Australian businesses and SMBs start to formulate their budgets for FY18, ESET is underlining the importance of security irrespective of size.
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CompTIA: Changing channel creating new opportunities for businesses across ANZ

Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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Channel change is bringing with it new opportunities for resellers, who remain well placed to capitalise on the insatiable need for technology.
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Continuum snapped up by private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo

Fri, 16th Jun 2017
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Thoma Bravo has acquired Continuum for an undisclosed amount in a move it says will help accelerate Continuum's offering for MSPs worldwide.
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INFINIDAT disrupts enterprise storage market with ramped up ANZ partnerships

Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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INFINIDAT has announced the appointment of Independent Data Solutions (IDS) as its distributor for Australia and New Zealand.
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DattoCon: Top ANZ partners honoured and new products released - photos

Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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At one of the world's largest MSP focused events, Datto has honoured ANZ's top partners and released new products to support the needs of MSPs.
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MSP SaaS provider expands its presence into APAC and ANZ

Sat, 27th May 2017
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Coming from North America, IT Glue is expanding its international footprint into the Asia Pacific (APAC) and Australia/New Zealand (ANZ) regions.
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Six key takeaways from Datto's 2017 State of the MSP report

Thu, 27th Apr 2017
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Datto's State of the MSP report shines a light on the challenges faced by MSPs - and answers the age old question of Star Wars, or Star Trek?.
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Uber Central launch will let NZ companies manage Uber rides at scale

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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Uber Central lets businesses request, manage, and pay for rides for other people, allowing organisations to manage multiple rides at the same time.
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Gartner: 90% of organisations to adopt hybrid infrastructure by 2020

Wed, 5th Apr 2017
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​Gartner's report contains a series of predictions about IT infrastructure services that could have some serious implications on the industry.
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Acronis announces features to open new revenue opportunities for MSPs

Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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Acronis claims to have the world's only data protection solution designed for service providers in the booming cloud backup market.
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Frost & Sullivan: MSPs can't afford to ignore the SD-WAN opportunity

Wed, 29th Mar 2017
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Silver Peak recently shared some very interesting findings for MSPs from a Frost & Sullivan study - essentially, ignore SD-WAN at your own peril.