Managed Services stories - Page 35
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.
Datto launches new series of networking switches for MSPs
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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The L-Series switches promise to deliver more cost-effective networking solutions, expanding Datto's commitment to MSP-centric managed networking.
How to select the right managed SD-WAN service provider
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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Silver Peak's Graham Schulz serves up some tips for companies wanting help selecting a managed SD-WAN provider - and MSPs evaluating vendors.
Australian cloud service provider Zettagrid hits Indonesia
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Channel-focused infrastructure-as-a-service provider Zettagrid has begun its assault on the wider APAC region, opening a new zone in Jakarta.
Indian AWS partner BlazeClan sets sights on ANZ markets
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Indian AWS partner BlazeClan has turned its focus on the Australian and New Zealand markets with the opening of an office in Sydney.
Comodo gives MSPs one year of free help desk support
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Comodo says the 24/7 Help Desk gives MSPs the power to surpass client expectations and delivers superior service.
Surge in hybrid cloud adoption helps Red Hat expand footprint in Asia
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Nine out of the 14 cloud service providers included in Gartner's 2017 Magic Quadrant for Cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service Worldwide are Red Hat Certi.
Rackspace makes its biggest acquisition yet in Datapipe
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Rackspace says the acquisition signals the creation of the world’s largest multi-cloud managed service provider.
Victorian Government signs $200m deal to upgrade fines system
Fri, 8th Sep 2017
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Civica will undertake a major recruitment of existing employees to support the introduction of the Fines Reform Act and the new VIEW system.
IDC highlights burgeoning IoT opportunity for service providers
Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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A new IDC forecast on internet of things services shows 'significant' opportunities ahead for service providers.
Fluccs ramps up local presence with three new acquisitions
Tue, 5th Sep 2017
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Fluccs bolsters its Australian footprint by acquiring three rivals: Exigent Australia, Virtual DC, and 10TB Servers, boosting its local IaaS and cloud services.
Huawei helps French cloud company transform its data centers
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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With 65 network maintenance employees, Ikoula hosts more than 37,000 websites and maintains more than 8,000 virtual servers for its 25,000 customers.
Interview: Hitachi on how collaboration is the key to success in the hybrid era
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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Hitachi execs underline synergy and open strategies as vital for thriving in the hybrid cloud landscape, fostering a flexible ecosystem.
Seven tried and true ways for MSPs to generate leads
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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The more quality leads, the more results you’re likely to see. But where do you find those leads in the first place? StorageCraft’s Marina Brook offer.
Four steps to better operational efficiency for channel companies
Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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CompTIA's Moheb Moses asserts as channel companies think about new ways of doing business, they need to take a look at what they are doing right now.
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.
Wipro wins managed services contract with largest telco in Banngladesh
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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Wipro Limited has won a five-year IT infrastructure and applications managed services engagement with Grameenphone.
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?.
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.
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.
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.