Nurturing authentic partnerships in the security vendor landscape

Nurturing authentic partnerships in the security vendor landscape

In the fast-paced world of security technology, vendors often find themselves in a ‘speed-dating’ cycle with customers and partners. The rush to present solutions and secure contracts can hinder the development of meaningful relationships, which are essential for long-term success....

/ November 22, 2023
Cybersecurity cutbacks require resilient MSPs

Cybersecurity cutbacks require resilient MSPs

As more organizations encounter economic headwinds, the rate at which cybersecurity budgets have been increasing is slowing down. A survey of 550 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) conducted by IANS Research and Artico Search finds cybersecurity budgets only increased an...

/ November 21, 2023
Tip Tuesday
Tip Tuesday: Minimize shadow IT risks through communication

Tip Tuesday: Minimize shadow IT risks through communication

Although shadow IT (any IT resource used by employees or end users without the IT department’s approval or oversight) practices come with a laundry list of risks, people often insist on using them. In this edition of Tip Tuesday, we’ll...

/ November 21, 2023
Shields Up
Shields up: How MSPs can advance cybersecurity with cutting-edge technologies

Shields up: How MSPs can advance cybersecurity with cutting-edge technologies

“Bottoms up” is a good-natured toast or nudge to get one to finish their drink. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is introducing a good-natured nudge to get organizations to finish their resiliency called “Shields Up!” You probably won’t...

/ November 16, 2023

Sales & Marketing

Tip Tuesday: Techniques to enhance your marketing strategy

Tip Tuesday: Techniques to enhance your marketing strategy

With 2023 coming to an end, I want to share a few tips and tricks I’ve learned over the last year as I worked with MSP partners on their marketing efforts. I encourage you to review the below and see...

/ December 5, 2023
Barracuda SVP
Meet Patrick O’Donnell: Barracuda’s new SVP of Worldwide MSP Sales

Meet Patrick O’Donnell: Barracuda’s new SVP of Worldwide MSP Sales

We’re excited to share that today Barracuda announced the addition of a senior MSP sales executive to accelerate MSP sales. Patrick O’Donnell has joined Barracuda as SVP, Worldwide MSP Sales. In his new role, Patrick will be responsible for accelerating Barracuda’s...

/ November 15, 2023
LinkedIn
10 essentials to creating the ultimate LinkedIn company page

10 essentials to creating the ultimate LinkedIn company page

With 930 million members on LinkedIn, your company page isn’t just a place to post pictures from the company picnic. It is also your virtual handshake to a global audience. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impression and...

/ October 31, 2023
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Security

Swifties can pose cyber risks

Swifties can pose cyber risks

If you are like me, the whole Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce romance isn’t keeping you up at night. Taylor Swift can be an economic boom to cities where she tours, but she can also be an unintentional cyber risk to her legions...

/ December 8, 2023
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Rising concerns over ALPHV ransomware group

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Rising concerns over ALPHV ransomware group

In recent weeks, there has been a surge in cyberattacks attributed to the ALPHV ransomware group. Some of the group’s latest hits include attacks against Tipalti, MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, Clorox, McClaren Health Care, Fidelity National Financial, Five Guys, Estée...

/ December 7, 2023
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical Outlook vulnerability exploited

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical Outlook vulnerability exploited

Microsoft recently discovered Russian state-sponsored hacker group APT28 (“Fancybear” or “Strontium”) exploiting a critical Outlook flaw to gain access to Microsoft Exchange accounts and steal their critical information. This Cybersecurity Threat Advisory looks at the threat and recommendations to protect...

/ December 6, 2023
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Better Business

An inside look at the Barracuda Partner Success Program

An inside look at the Barracuda Partner Success Program

Today we announced the launch of our new global partner program, the Barracuda Partner Success Program. Partners who resell Barracuda solutions will be recognized for their Barracuda business as a whole, regardless of the route to market, and they will be...

/ December 5, 2023
Optimizing resources to take your MSP business to the next level

Optimizing resources to take your MSP business to the next level

As an MSP, it is imperative to maximize profits while minimizing costs. However, cutting corners to lower capital and operating expenses can be disastrous: platforms can suffer from lower availability and stability levels, which can lead to unsatisfied customers. The...

/ November 29, 2023
CRN Women on the Rise list includes a familiar name

CRN Women on the Rise list includes a familiar name

Every year, The Channel Company (CRN) recognizes a group of outstanding women on the rise who are reaching new heights at their company while putting partners first. This year we are excited to share that Kirsten Vogelsang, Partner Marketing Specialist at...

/ November 27, 2023
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Tech Insight

Pioneers in Tech
Pioneers in Tech: Happy birthday to code-breaker W.W. Chandler

Pioneers in Tech: Happy birthday to code-breaker W.W. Chandler

This month marks the 110th anniversary of the birth of W.W. Chandler. In this edition of Pioneers in Tech, we will look into his impact on technology. Chandler was responsible for installation and maintenance of the World War II-era code-breaking...

/ December 8, 2023
Tech Time Warp
Tech Time Warp: O CHRISTMA tree, O CHRISTMA tree, your exec is not so amazing

Tech Time Warp: O CHRISTMA tree, O CHRISTMA tree, your exec is not so amazing

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That doesn’t mean you should let your guard down when it comes to cybersecurity. That’s a lesson some computer users learned the hard way in December 1987. In this edition of Tech...

/ December 1, 2023
Tech Time Warp: Kenzero more than Kenough in terms of problems

Tech Time Warp: Kenzero more than Kenough in terms of problems

It was obvious in the late 1990s and early 2000s—the heyday of peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing networks—that the concept was too good to be true. In this edition of Tech Time Warp, we will take a look at, aside from the...

/ November 24, 2023
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