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.
Another Managed Service Provider Acquired
Posted December 14th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
For the third time in less than three weeks, a managed services-centric company has been acquired. This time the deal involves 7ticks, an MSPmentor 100 company that serves the financial services vertical. Here’s a look at the deal — and yes, the financial multiple — plus chatter about a big IT company that may also be looking to make a buy.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part V
Posted September 14th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part V of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). For those of you who haven’t been tracking the MSPmentor 250, here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part IV
Posted September 11th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part IV of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). For those of you who haven’t been tracking the MSPmentor 250, here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part III
Posted September 10th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part III of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). Feel free to use our MSPmentor 250 Center as a way to quickly build your Rolodex of managed services executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the globe. In case you’re not familiar with the MSPmentor 250 — why it exists, how it’s developed, etc. — here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part II
Posted September 9th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part II of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). Feel free to use our MSPmentor 250 Center as a way to quickly build your Rolodex of managed services executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the globe. You’ll also notice that our list includes links to each executive’s personal/corporate blog and Twitter feed (if available). Here’s some more info on how we pieced together the MSPmentor 250, and how it differs from our MSPmentor 100 research report.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part I
Posted September 8th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’re rolling out the MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition) this week. The list and report identify the top managed services experts, entrepreneurs and executives in the managed services market. Visit our MSPmentor 250 center for a look at Part I of the MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition). In this year’s edition, we’ve added links to each person’s Twitter feed and blog, where applicable. I’ll share more thoughts on the MSPmentor 250 soon.
MSPmentor 250: Coming September 8
Posted August 31st, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Update: We expect to publish the MSPmentor 250 report Tuesday, September 8. The report will cover the managed services industry’s top experts, entrepreneurs and executives from across the globe. This is our second-annual MSPmentor 250. You can find (A) last year’s MSPmentor 250 (B) this year’s list (when it debuts) and (C) more background on the MSPmentor 250 using the following link. Thanks to all of those who took the time to complete our nomination survey.
Last Call: MSPmentor 250 Nominations
Posted July 9th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Time is running out to submit nominations for our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. The deadline for survey submissions is Friday, July 10. Act now before you forget. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Most Read Managed Services Stories, First Half 2009
Posted July 3rd, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Now that we’ve reached the mid-point of 2009, let’s take a moment to review the 10 MSPmentor blog entries you read most during the first half of 2009.
MSPmentor 250 Survey Deadline Is July 10
Posted June 30th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Tick… tick… tick. Time is running out to submit nominations for our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. The deadline for survey submissions is July 10. Act now before you forget. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
MSPmentor 250 Survey: July 10 Deadline
Posted June 22nd, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Are you a managed services industry guru — or do you know one? If so, participate in our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. The deadline for survey submissions is July 10. Act now before you forget. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Are You A Managed Services Expert?
Posted June 2nd, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Are you a managed services industry guru — or do you know one? If so, participate in our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Calling All Managed Services Experts
Posted May 26th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Are you a managed services industry guru — or do you know one? If so, participate in our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Who Are the True Managed Services Experts?
Posted May 20th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Are you a managed services industry guru — or do you know one? If so, submit your nominee(s) for our MSPmentor 250 — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Introducing the Second Annual MSPmentor 250
Posted May 14th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Are you a managed services industry guru — or do you know one? If so, submit your nominee(s) for our MSPmentor 250 — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
Remote PC Repair In 30 Seconds Or Less?
Posted February 11th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
It’s a claim with no guarantee — but it certainly is catchy. Persystent Technologies of Tampa, Fla., says it has software that can remotely fix end-user PCs in 30 seconds or less. It sounds too good to be true. But IT Authorities, a neighboring managed service provider, has embraced Persystent’s software. Here’s why.
Found: 70 Managed Services Case Studies
Posted November 26th, 2008 by MSPMentor
Whether you’re an established or aspiring managed service provider, MSPmentor’s free Resource Center contains more than 70 case studies, customer profiles and how-to guides for managed services. Within the Resource Center (registration required) you’ll also find:
- The MSPmentor 100 report (2007-2008 edition), highlighting the world’s most successful managed service providers
- The MSPmentor 250 report (2007-2008 edition), describing the top executives, entrepreneurs and experts in the managed services industry
Full disclosure: Many of the case studies were submitted by MSPmentor’s sponsors. Within the Resource Center, we clearly indicate the source of all content.
MSPAlliance President Charles Weaver: Among the 50 Most Influential People In IT
Posted October 16th, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
MSPAlliance President Charles Weaver, a member of our MSPmentor 250 list, has been named one the 50 most influential people in business IT by Baseline Magazine.
How to Build Your Managed Services Rolodex Fast
Posted October 8th, 2008 by The VAR Guy
Who runs the top managed services software companies? Who oversees Software as a Service (SaaS) at Amazon.com? Where can I find a partner involved in hosted Microsoft applications?
Available for Download: The Complete MSPmentor 250 PDF
Posted August 4th, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
Our complete MSPmentor 250 — a list of the key executives, entrepreneurs and experts shaping the managed services market — is now available for download in a single, comprehensive PDF file.
The MSPmentor 250, Part V of Our Managed Services Experts List
Posted August 1st, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
Welcome to Part V of our MSPmentor 250 — which identifies the top executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the global managed services market. We’ve now revealed all of the 250 names on the list.
The MSPmentor 250, Part IV of Our Managed Services Expert List
Posted July 31st, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
Welcome to Part IV of our MSPmentor 250 — which identifies the top executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the global managed services market. We’ve now revealed 200 of the 250 names on the list.
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