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10 Most Read Managed Services Stories Q4 2011
Posted December 30th, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
I’m nearly ready to go disappear for the New Year weekend. But I had promised MSPmentor’s readers a look at the most read managed services stories of 2011. We’ve already disclosed the 10 most read MSP news stories from Q1, Q2 and Q3 2011. Now let’s look at the most read MSP stories from Q4 2011 and the reasons managed services providers read along.
Forecast: SMB Tablet, iPad Spending In 2012 Will Be Big
Posted December 30th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) apparently have growing plans for tablet computers and Apple iPad purchases in 2012, according to The NPD Group, a consumer market research firm. For managed services providers, SMB tablet spending plans for 2012 reinforce the need for proactive mobile device management (MDM) strategies, MSPmentor believes.
LabTech, Reflexion Bolster Hosted Email Security Services for MSPs
Posted December 30th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
LabTech Software, the remote monitoring and management (RMM) software provider, and Reflexion Networks, which provides cloud-based email protection services, are partnering up to help managed services providers.
Managed Services Provider Avtex Taps Nexsan for Data Backup
Posted December 29th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
ProviDyn Managed Cloud Services to Support ServPro
Posted December 29th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
ProviDyn, an IT support, network solutions and private cloud solution provider, will kick off 2012 with a new managed services contract with ServPro, a fire, water, mold and specialty cleanup and restoration service provider. ServPro is a nationwide organization but has local franchises throughout the United States. ProviDyn’s contract is with ServPro’s branch in Atlanta, Ga. where the managed service provider (MSP) already supports many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).
10 Most Read Managed Services Stories Q3 2011
Posted December 29th, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve nearly reached 2012. But before we all ring in the New Year, MSPmentor is looking back at the most read managed services stories of 2011. We’ve already recapped the 10 most read MSP news stories from Q1 and Q2 2011. Now let’s look at the most read MSP stories from Q3 2011 and the reasons managed services readers tuned in.
10 Most Read Managed Services Stories Q2 2011
Posted December 28th, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
As the New Year approaches, we’re looking back at the most read managed services stories of 2011. Yesterday, we recapped the 10 most read MSP news stories from Q1, 2011. Now, let’s look at the most read MSP stories from Q2, 2011 and their implications for managed services providers.
Ricoh Releases New MFP Security, Mobility Platform
Posted December 28th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
The end of the calendar year is usually a slow time for business. But don’t tell Ricoh Americas Corp. Instead of slowing down, the managed document and managed print services provider released a new multifunction printer (MFP) platform Ricoh Aficio MP 2352SP. It features new security and mobility features.
2012: MDS, MDM to Take Center Stage
Posted December 28th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
I’ve spoken with industry analysts, listened to co-workers and read plenty of IT prophecies form an opinion about what the New Year will bring. In my opinion, the two hottest managed services sectors entering 2012 are managed document services (MDS) and mobile device management (MDM). I expect both MDS and MDM to headline MSPmentor’s coverage and dominate the managed services market in 2012. Here’s why.
10 Most Read Managed Services Stories Q1 2011
Posted December 27th, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
Before MSPmentor marches forward with you into 2012, we’re spending this week looking back at the most read managed services stories of 2011. Let’s get started: Here’s a look at the most read MSP stories from Q1, 2011 and their implications for managed services providers.
StrikeForce Signs Network Security Deal with UK-Based MSP
Posted December 27th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
StrikeForce Technologies, Inc., a network security solution provider, has clearly identified its 2012 strategy: expand the use of its consumer, government and corporate-focused security services in Europe. To that end, the Out-of-Band Authentification, keystroke encryption and mobile security provider has signed a distribution agreement with Managed Services Center (MSC), a managed services and security provider based in the UK.
Help Wanted: MSP Technology, Business and Sales Leaders
Posted December 27th, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Here’s one final call for technology professionals in 2011: The MSPmentor Job Board has new career opportunities for you to consider. So whether you’re a technical engineer, sales representative, or have an interest in leading the business side of a managed services provider (MSP), the MSPmentor Job Board has something for everyone. Make a New Year’s resolution to explore new career opportunities.
Managed Services: 7 Blogs MSPmentor Didn’t Write, Dec. 23
Posted December 26th, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
I’m a little late with this weekly managed services blog because of family commitments — a good excuse this time of year. Happy Holidays to all of our readers. Now, here are seven managed services blogs and MSP news tips that the MSPmentor team didn’t have a chance to write for the week ending Dec. 23, 2011.
NetEnrich’s Justin Crotty Offers 2012 Channel Predictions
Posted December 23rd, 2011 by Charlene OHanlon
As 2011 winds down and most folks are looking ahead to the year ahead, the crystal ball is getting quite a workout. Will the economy rebound? Will the channel adapt to new technologies and new selling models? Will the Denver Broncos win the Super Bowl?
Mycroft SaaS Security for Mobile Devices Drives Record Revenue
Posted December 23rd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Mycroft Inc., an international IT security SaaS provider, has disclosed some financial stats for 2011. The results? First, revenues in North America and Europe rose 33 percent from 2010 to 2011. Second, a record growth in overall new customer acquisition from 2010 to 2011. Third, a 35 percent increase in the Mycroft’s staff globally,
LabTech Distributes RMM Software In EMEA, Asia-Pacific
Posted December 23rd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
LabTech Software, the remote monitoring and management (RMM) software provider, has partnered with three distributors to promote its managed services software in EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, Africa) and the Asia-Pacific market. The distribution partners are Arete Focus, Innosoft and Dekkers Intermediar. LabTech, like many of its RMM rivals, is pushing hard beyond the North American MSP market.
Managed Print Services: HP, Lexmark, Xerox, Claim Victory
Posted December 23rd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Talk about jumping on a crowded bandwagon. When International Data Corp. unveiled its MarketScape study of the managed print services (MPS) market, Xerox, Hewlett-Packard and Lexmark each claimed MPS victories. The IDC MarketScape study reminds MSPmentor of Gartner Inc.’s Magic Quadrant for Managed Print Services Worldwide. Each time new study results surface, multiple technology companies stand up and attempt to dominate the spotlight.
Last Call: MSPmentor 100 Survey Ends Today (Friday, Dec. 23)
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Joe Panettieri
The fifth-annual MSPmentor 100 survey closes today (Friday, December 23). Complete the survey and your company could potentially be ranked among the world’s top managed services providers. Also, MSPmentor will publish regional lists covering multiple geographies. And we’ll honor the MSPs that added the most headcount/created the most jobs in 2011. Survey results will surface in February 2012. Thanks to those who have already participated.
NEVEX’S Flint: More User Interaction, Linux Support in 2012
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Here’s an update on NEVEX Virtual Technologies, the start-up application performance solution provider that recently launched its signature CacheWorks platform. According to NEVEX Product Manager Andrew Flint, the company is planning to support Linux and VMware ESX environments and add new dashboards for increased user interaction in 2012.
For MSPs, What’s the Antonym of Technology Downtime?
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Eric Townsend
Look, I know you’re all IT people. You like bits and bytes, speeds and feeds. But if English majors have to learn enough math to balance their checkbooks, IT folks should learn enough grammar to be able to answer the following question: What’s the antonym to downtime? I’ll give you a clue – it’s something every person who uses technology hopes for.
MegaPath Upgrades Cloud-Based Managed Security Services
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
The last time we heard from MegaPath, a managed data, security and voice service provider, the company had just inked a partnership with ChamberofCommerce.com, a small business directory service site. That was July 2011. Now, MegaPath has revealed several upgrades to its suite of cloud-based managed security services.
AppCentral CEO Singer Makes 2012 Enterprise Mobile Predictions
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
If you’ve been keeping pace with MSPmentor coverage lately, you’ve likely noticed that there’s no shortage of 2012 predictions from IT service professionals who have been monitoring IT industry trends throughout 2011. Ken Singer, CEO of AppCentral, ist the latest to weigh in.
Cormant Reports 2011 Revenue Growth, International Customer Expansion
Posted December 22nd, 2011 by Nicholas Mukhar
Cormant, Inc., an IT infrastructure management software provider, has capped-off 2011 by announcing both revenue growth and international customer momentum. Specifically, the company has roughly 37 percent revenue growth from 2010 to 2011 and added more customers in Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America. In a prepared statement, Cormant CEO Paul Goodison offered an explanation for the software provider’s successful year.
