Category: Better Business
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Rising levels of technical debt create opportunities for MSPs
Technical debt is defined by fixes to known software issues that have not been addressed. And it is reaching an unsustainable level. A survey of more than 1,000 U.S.-based architecture, development, and engineering leaders and practitioners finds more than three-quarters...
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Plug the leaks: How MSPs can maximize revenue
Stop lost sales, underpriced deals, and billing errors from draining your profits. For managed services providers (MSPs), keeping a handle on revenue can be a big challenge. While many have shifted at least some of their business to contract or...
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Cloud optimization continues to be an MSP opportunity
A new report finds more than half of the organizations on Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud do not use cloud optimization tools such as Saving Plans or Reserved Instances. ProsperOps, a cloud cost optimization provider, conducted an analysis of AWS...
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Commemorating the MSP community on Global MSP Day 2024
The managed service provider (MSP) community is gearing up for the seventh annual Global MSP Day 2024 on June 6! This day is dedicated to you, the MSPs, to acknowledge your unwavering commitment and resilience to your customers. SmarterMSP.com connected...
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Tip Tuesday: Using automation to streamline hybrid work processes
Software automation has gained a lot of steam recently. Remote and hybrid working environments have also grown increasingly popular. The conjunction between the two offers a promising opportunity for managed service providers (MSPs). Why you should offer hybrid-centric automation The...
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Global MSP Day 2024: Celebrating the resilience and dedication of MSPs worldwide on June 6th
This year marks the seventh annual Global MSP Day! An event celebrating managed service providers (MSPs) the world over, Barracuda MSP has gone the extra mile for Global MSP Day 2024. It takes place on June 6, at varying times...
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IT service providers expect efficiency boost with generative AI
Most managed service providers (MSPs) offer varying degrees of professional services to help organizations. An example of this would be launching a new IT initiative that can be a highly profitable source of revenue. However, competition for the expertise needed...
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Global MSP Day 2024: Q&A with our featured speakers
Managed service providers (MSPs) across the globe are feeling the excitement and build-up of Global MSP Day 2024! On June 6th, we’ll be celebrating, networking, and collaborating with MSPs around the world both virtually and in-person. This incredible annual event...
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Minding the cybersecurity talent gap for MSPs
We have reported extensively on the cybersecurity talent shortage plaguing the industry. The shortage is more than just a personnel issue though, it represents a serious cybersecurity problem. For instance, a Gartner report says that by 2025, half of all...