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State of the Australian channel: stable vendor relations
Partner Programmes

State of the Australian channel: stable vendor relations

Higher satisfaction with vendors may be in play here as greater access to partner program resources is helping with lead generation and closing deals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
The cloud has changed the channel landscape: what this means for MSPs
Partner Programmes

The cloud has changed the channel landscape: what this means for MSPs

The rise of the cloud is changing how managed service providers deliver products and services, according to a report by CompTIA.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2016

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New channel standards for managed IT solution providers released
Partner Programmes

New channel standards for managed IT solution providers released

CompTIA has rolled out its second 'channel standards' this time focusing on providing managed IT solution providers with a blueprint for best practice.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
CompTIA launches customer retention tool for MSPs
Customer Relationship Management

CompTIA launches customer retention tool for MSPs

CompTIA launches Managed Services Client Lifecycle tool to help MSPs boost customer acquisition, retention, and growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2016
IT pros need to reassess security approach as stakes get higher
Cybersecurity

IT pros need to reassess security approach as stakes get higher

IT professionals must reassess their approach to security as cyber threats increase, according to a study by CompTIA.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th May 2016
Technology distribution is changing - so where do channel partners stand?
Data Analytics

Technology distribution is changing - so where do channel partners stand?

New technologies don't mean the end for channel partners - distributions can still add value, says CompTIA director.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 12th May 2016
Security experts and not for profit produce invaluable tutorial video series
Digital Entertainment

Security experts and not for profit produce invaluable tutorial video series

Educational videos on critical cybersecurity topics relevant to any organisation have been produced by a group of leading security experts.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 10th May 2016
Cyber crime hits Aussie businesses hard
Unified Communications

Cyber crime hits Aussie businesses hard

Cyber crime has struck 63% of Australian businesses in the past year, with mobile security incidents affecting 71%, according to CompTIA's latest report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016
What to consider before going all in with one vendor?
Application Programming Interface

What to consider before going all in with one vendor?

Businesses should consider the tools, flexibility, and vendor relationship before choosing an all-in-one platform, according to CompTIA.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016
The IT security skills gap is affecting everyone, especially the channel
Partner Programmes

The IT security skills gap is affecting everyone, especially the channel

IT security skills shortage hits hard, with 86% of ANZ channel firms facing a gap, CompTIA meetings reveal a scramble to upskill.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2016
CompTIA expands education offering for channel
EduTech

CompTIA expands education offering for channel

CompTIA is ramping up its education resources with the launch of online executive certificate courses and new quick start e-learning courses.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2016
CompTIA launches Channel Standards for best practices
CompTIA

CompTIA launches Channel Standards for best practices

CompTIA has launched Channel Standards, a collection of best practices designed to give the ANZ channel a blueprint for best practices.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
Channel partners have more opportunities now than ever before
Partner Programmes

Channel partners have more opportunities now than ever before

Increased technology literacy and collaboration are among the key ways the channel can benefit from the rise of technology trends, says CompTIA.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Mar 2016
Mobile opportunities abound for channel
Mobility

Mobile opportunities abound for channel

CompTIA says workforce mobility is a growing trend in 2016, offering up plenty of new opportunities for the channel.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2016
What are the cyber security commandments?
Wireless Networks

What are the cyber security commandments?

Despite growing cyber threats, CompTIA finds many businesses and consumers lack adequate cyber security knowledge, making human error a leading risk.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2016
Pressure's on as digital transformation dominates 2016
Data Analytics

Pressure's on as digital transformation dominates 2016

The benefits of digital business relies more than just the adoption of technologies like cloud and mobile, according to ANZ CompTia.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016
Is big data really the way of the future?
Data Analytics

Is big data really the way of the future?

Big data initiatives exceed expectations for 72% of companies, but more work is needed to fully harness its potential, says CompTIA.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2015
Changes and challenges impacting the ANZ channel community
Partner Programmes

Changes and challenges impacting the ANZ channel community

The ANZ channel community is facing a number challenges, including cloud technology, new distribution models, and the growing IT skills gap.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Dec 2015