Outsourcing stories
The concept of the Division of Labour introduced by economics philosopher Adam Smith underpins the modern notion of outsourcing. This describes the allocation of specialist tasks to outside experts capable of doing the job better, while potentially reducing costs and allowing the contractor to focus on core business.
IT services are often outsourced to Managed Services Providers, but anything from data entry to server management can be outsourced to the wide range of specialists available today.
IT services are often outsourced to Managed Services Providers, but anything from data entry to server management can be outsourced to the wide range of specialists available today.
Acronis launches AI protection for managed service providers
Today
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Acronis rolls out GenAI Protection for managed service providers to spot shadow AI, curb data leakage and block prompt injection.
Cognizant named OpenAI Codex partner for enterprise AI
Yesterday
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manufacturing
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digital transformation
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application security
Cognizant named inaugural OpenAI Codex partner as it embeds the coding tool across engineering work for clients and internal software delivery.
Linedata deepens Broadridge NYFIX tie-up for T+1 shift
2 days ago
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fintech
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partner programmes
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rpa
Linedata widens Broadridge NYFIX access for asset managers as UK, European and APAC firms brace for faster settlement and tighter post-trade controls.
BlackLine launches AI financial ops model for CFOs
3 days ago
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
BlackLine courts finance chiefs with a governance-first AI model and New York innovation hub aimed at making accounting automation auditable.
Your.Cloud acquires Pure Cloud Solutions in UK push
Last week
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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ai
Your.Cloud deepens UK managed services push with Pure Cloud Solutions takeover, backing the Tamworth firm's local brand and leadership.
KPMG & INSEAD launch AI governance principles for boards
Last week
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
KPMG and INSEAD urge boards to tighten AI oversight as they warn that weak expertise could leave directors exposed to rising risk and scrutiny.
RFU appoints Capgemini as digital transformation partner
Last week
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
RFU taps Capgemini to modernise England rugby's digital systems, using AI-led innovation to improve services for players, volunteers and fans.
WatchGuard & HaloPSA integrate security tools for MSPs
Last week
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
WatchGuard and HaloPSA deepen ties to let managed service providers handle security alerts, licensing and billing from one workflow.
Oracle adds Lucinity AI investigation tools for banks
Last week
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digital transformation
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fintech
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it automation
Oracle expands its financial crime platform with Lucinity's AI investigation tools, aiming to cut compliance workloads for banks and regulated firms.
Migration strain exposes partner capacity challenges
This month
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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.
Apex Computing wins third Microsoft Solutions Partner nod
This month
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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.
TCS renews technology partnership with Marks & Spencer
This month
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
TCS extends long-running Marks & Spencer deal as retailer seeks to modernise core systems and widen its use of artificial intelligence.
Kyndryl launches AI Digital Twin for the workplace
This month
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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.
Arctic Wolf wins Gartner Customers' Choice for MDR
This month
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cloud security
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cx
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martech
Arctic Wolf earns a strong 2026 Gartner Peer Insights showing for managed detection and response, backed by 241 reviews and a 99% recommendation rate.
CIOs learn on the go as AI pressure mounts at firms
This month
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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.
KPMG says executives see managed services as key to AI
This month
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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.
Vistra appoints Chief AI & Digital Officer Damian Leach
This month
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Vistra names Damian Leach as Chief AI & Digital Officer to accelerate global digital and AI upgrades across client services and operations.
Creative ITC hires Lewis Pinner as Chief Revenue Officer
This month
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Creative ITC appoints veteran industry executive Lewis Pinner as Chief Revenue Officer to drive overseas expansion and deepen customer growth.
Flip appoints Amy McDonnell and Lee Nadler to C-suite roles
This month
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Flip names Amy McDonnell Chief Customer Officer and Lee Nadler Chief Marketing Officer as the voice AI firm accelerates growth after a USD $20 million Series A.
Advania names new UK CFO & CMO following expansion
This month
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Advania names Sabrina Harris as UK Chief Financial Officer and Tara Allison as Chief Marketing Officer as it presses on with expansion after acquisitions.