Tag: MSPs

Expert advice to proactively mitigate insider threats for MSPs

Expert advice to proactively mitigate insider threats for MSPs

Managed services providers (MSPs) must constantly defend their clients from hackers, cybercriminals, malware, and state-sponsored cyber warfare. However, sometimes the threat is much closer to home – perhaps right in the office. Welcome to the era of insider threats, an...

/ October 10, 2024
The latest enhancements to the Barracuda Partner Success Program

The latest enhancements to the Barracuda Partner Success Program

Today we announced the launch of the Barracuda Partner Sales Engineer Community, an enablement and rewards program for value-added resellers, managed service providers (MSPs), distributors, systems integrators, and more. We also introduced enhancements to the Barracuda Partner Success Program that...

/ October 9, 2024
cloud services
Unlock new opportunities: How cloud services can fuel MSP growth

Unlock new opportunities: How cloud services can fuel MSP growth

A report from Synergy Research Group finds total global spending on cloud services and infrastructure reached $427 billion in the first half of 2024, a 23 percent year-over-year increase. During this time, consumption of infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS), and software-as-a-service...

/ October 7, 2024
social engineering
Social engineering attacks: What MSPs need to know

Social engineering attacks: What MSPs need to know

As we kick off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we are highlighting one danger that managed service providers (MSPs) must constantly monitor: social engineering. According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report: Social engineering incidents have increased from the previous year largely...

/ October 3, 2024
MSP at the forefront against credential stuffing

MSP at the forefront against credential stuffing

Credential stuffing has been around for a while, and it is exactly what it sounds like: an attack in which hackers use a cache of compromised usernames and passwords to break into a system. However, hackers have recently found new...

/ September 26, 2024
AI MSP
AI drives profit and revenue for MSPs and consultants

AI drives profit and revenue for MSPs and consultants

Recent studies by Canalys and Channel Futures project managed service provider (MSP) revenue to grow 11% or more in 2024. The Channel Futures study reveals that 62% of MSPs increased their artificial intelligence (AI) deployments and consultations in the fourth quarter...

/ September 26, 2024
Accelerating cybersecurity Time to Resolution (TTR)

Accelerating cybersecurity Time to Resolution (TTR)

When it comes to cyberattacks and data breaches, time to respond (TTR) is a critical metric for managed service providers (MSPs), but one that can be challenging as the frequency and sophistication of threats continue to evolve. MSPs typically have...

/ September 25, 2024
cta
What do the “perfect” CTAs look like on an MSP website?

What do the “perfect” CTAs look like on an MSP website?

Call-to-actions (CTAs) are what everything on your managed service provider (MSP) website leads to. In most cases, a CTA involves a website visitor entering their information (name, email, phone number, etc.) for something in return, such as a consultation, meeting,...

/ September 24, 2024
The power of hosted remote desktops for MSPs

The power of hosted remote desktops for MSPs

In my last piece, I discussed how using hosted remote desktops can minimize risks should a major incident occur. Beyond reducing risks, the use of remote desktops provides a lot more than just basic access capabilities. Reduce helpdesk calls and...

/ September 19, 2024
navigate MSP
Insights for navigating potential MSP adversities

Insights for navigating potential MSP adversities

Managed service providers (MSPs) must navigate an increasingly complex cyber world. From dealing with the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G, and ransomware, to managing hardware, education, and training. The intricacies of running a business, both theirs and their clients, can...

/ September 18, 2024