Managed Service Provider (MSP) stories - Page 3
The why and what of FIPS 140-3 validation in modern cybersecurity
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firewalls
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encryption
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network security
Why FIPS 140-3 validation matters as organisations face tougher cyber rules, tighter assurance demands and the need for independently tested encryption.
CloudClevr revives acquisition strategy after integration
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
CloudClevr eyes fresh UK deals after completing integration, as strengthened recurring revenue and a new leadership push set up FY27 expansion.
Canon named Leader in IDC's high-speed inkjet study
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Canon strengthens its position in IDC's high-speed inkjet rankings, with its own printhead technology, service network and market data praised.
NetAlly launches LinkRunner AT 1500 for frontline techs
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network infrastructure
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edge computing
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iot
NetAlly rolls out handheld LinkRunner AT 1500 to give frontline technicians faster checks of cables, switches and 90W PoE.
Hammer launches AI Works programme for channel partners
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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data science
Hammer unveils AI Works for UK channel partners, adding a laboratory, portal and specialist support to tackle skills gaps and deployment hurdles.
Migration strain exposes partner capacity challenges
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crm
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uc
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devops
Capacity, not capability, is emerging as partners' biggest headache as PSTN migration threatens support, growth and customer relationships.
Vultr named NVIDIA Exemplar Cloud after Blackwell tests
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storage
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virtualisation
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private cloud
Vultr joins NVIDIA's Exemplar Cloud programme after Blackwell benchmark tests on a 512-node cluster across 11 AI training models.
Apex Computing wins third Microsoft Solutions Partner nod
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digital transformation
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socs
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partner programmes
Manchester IT support firm Apex Computing lands a third Microsoft Solutions Partner designation after securing recognition for Microsoft Security.
MSPs face AI adoption hurdle over governance rules
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data protection
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dr
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digital transformation
AvePoint and Omdia find governance and compliance are stalling AI adoption for MSP customers, as demand outpaces providers' readiness.
Persistent launches merchant fraud tool on Databricks
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fintech
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partner programmes
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rpa
Persistent and Databricks launch Merchant Risk Management and Fraud Detection solution for banks and payment providers facing rising digital payment fraud.
Kyndryl launches AI Digital Twin for the workplace
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data analytics
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hcm
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it automation
Kyndryl's AI workplace Digital Twin uses Microsoft Foundry to spot IT faults before staff are hit, as firms seek faster, predictive support.
Governance & compliance block MSP AI adoption, report says
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data protection
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dr
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digital transformation
Governance and compliance are stalling MSP AI rollouts, with AvePoint and Omdia finding operational strain is widening the gap between investment and delivery.
Harmonic unveils AI fibre tools for European operators
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uc
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Harmonic pitches AI-driven fibre operations and open customer device choice as European broadband groups seek lower rollout costs.
Nearly 18% of business emails fail to reach inboxes
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saas
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cx
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martech
Sinch Mailgun warns weak inbox placement and limited AI use are eroding email returns, with many firms unable to measure ROI confidently.
CIOs learn on the go as AI pressure mounts at firms
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Logicalis study finds 89% of Chief Information Officers are learning AI as they go, with skills gaps, data issues and compliance concerns slowing roll-outs.
Abacus wins CREST approval for penetration testing
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firewalls
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data protection
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devops
Abacus secures CREST accreditation for penetration testing, bolstering its pitch to regulated sectors as demand rises for verified cyber security assurance.
KPMG says executives see managed services as key to AI
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Executives now see managed services as a critical route to scaling agentic AI, with most prioritising AI know-how and security over cost savings.
Cynomi launches GTM academy for MSP cybersecurity sales
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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it services
Cynomi unveils practical go-to-market academy to help managed service providers package, price and sell cybersecurity services more effectively.
Nutanix expands Kubernetes & AI push for neoclouds
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virtualisation
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paas
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devops
Nutanix unveils bare-metal Kubernetes support and widens Agentic AI plans to help neocloud providers offer managed GPU services.
Nutanix targets VMware escapees with multitenant cloud push
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virtualisation
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Nutanix rolls out multitenant cloud tools, partner verification and migration pricing to lure service providers leaving VMware.