MSPWorld, part of IT Expo West, runs Sept. 13-15 in Austin, Texas, this week. So what exactly should managed services providers expect to see and hear at the conference? Here are six potential clues from MSPmentor.
MSPWorld: 6 Potential Trends for Managed Services Providers
Managed Services Merger Targets Charlotte, N.C.
Waypoint Solutions Group continues to expand its geographic reach through merger and acquisition deals. The latest agreement involves Waypoint merging with Charlotte Techsupport LLC, which has The combined companies will operate as Waypoint, with former Charlotte Techsupport President Tony Shannon joining Waypoint as VP, focused on business development and client relationships. Here’s a closer look at Waypoint’s strategy.
Another Day, Another MSP Merger
Blink an eye and you may miss the latest managed services merger and acquisition news. This one involves Waypoint Solutions Group and Carolina Computer Network Solutions merging their businesses. And more deals are coming. Here’s an update.
MSPAlliance Launches Leasing Program for Managed Service Providers
The MSPAlliance, working with Varilease, has launched a leasing program for its managed service provider (MSP) membership. Here’s a bit more on the MSPAlliance’s leasing program, along with other MSP industry leasing options.
Recap: Seven Trends From Managed Services Summit
The MSPAlliance held its Managed Services Summit earlier this week in Framingham, Mass. Although I didn’t attend the event, I interviewed a few attendees and vendors to get a feel for their top priorities in the months ahead. Here are seven key trends I heard about:
15 Tips for Choosing A Managed Services Platform
You’re a VAR, and you’re nervous about betting your business — and the money in your wallet — on a specific managed services platform. Dan Wilson, president of Waypoint Solutions Group, has some advice for you. Already a successful managed service provider himself, Wilson has 15 tips for choosing an MSP platform. Here they are.