I hesitate to group together the distributor strategies (Ingram, Tech Data, Avnet, Synnex) because they’re all labeled managed services but they’re often different in approach.

Some are just distribution strategies for MSP software. Others are true hosted options for MSPs to consider. I know you examine the strategies closely but I suspect a lot of readers are just getting up to speed on them — so I keep asking more questions to make sure I’m clear on their various efforts.

I’m speaking with Avnet Technology Solutions late today for a clearer view on their strategy. And I know I still owe you the answer on that other question. I should be able to come up for air and pursue that later this week.

It looks fairly comprehensive but not really much different from what Ingram and Synnex are doing. It does offer VARs more choices in the RMM market though.