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  • Matthew Ball

    Canalys Forums 2023: cybersecurity channel opportunities outlook

    Market
    The demand for cybersecurity-managed services is expected to grow by 16% to US$70.2 billion in 2023, providing partners with significant growth opportunities. This blog suggests ways for partners to adapt to the changing landscape and meet the changing needs of their customers. Read Article
    • 17 May 2023
  • Eleanor Martin

    Record number of leading distributors to support the Canalys Forum EMEA 2023

    Canalys Forums,Channels
    The 2023 edition of the Canalys Forum EMEA is set to be the biggest yet, with 22 of the world’s leading distributors already committed to joining the event. Distributors are vital to the Forum’s success, and their support is a testament to the lasting importance of the event in the channel community. Read Article
    • 11 May 2023
  • Robin Ody

    The channel tech stack demonstrates complexity and value for partners

    Market,Canalys Forums,Channels
    The value of the technology stack is growing for partners building managed services solutions; it is vital to align technology integrations with business outcomes. Read Article
    • 11 May 2023
  • Alex Smith

    A partner gives us a glimpse into the future

    Market,Technology,Canalys Forums,Channels
    This week, Slalom announced that it was the first “Microsoft Partner to have a Microsoft 365 Copilot offering available now in AppSource.” This one sentence beautifully captures three major trends that are manifesting throughout the technology partner ecosystem. Read Article
    • 04 May 2023
  • Jay McBain

    The top 67 associations for MSPs, VARs and tech channel professionals

    Canalys Forums,Channels
    Associations are a vital part of professional development in any field, including channel partnerships. These associations provide individuals, partner companies, vendors and distributors with the opportunity to connect with others in their industry, stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies, and collaborate on projects that can advance their careers. In this report, Canalys lists the top 67 most valuable global associations for partners, vendors and distributors. Read Article
    • 04 May 2023
  • Peter Bryant

    FinOps and observability key to partner opportunities in cloud in 2023 and beyond

    Market,Technology,Canalys Forums,Channels,Cloud
    An assessment of the impact of macroeconomic conditions on cloud and how partners need to respond. Read Article
    • 02 May 2023
  • Ashwin Amberkar

    Software defined vehicles: The future of the automotive industry

    Market
    Automakers are developing software defined vehicle platforms for smarter, more connected cars, as the industry undergoes a digital transformation. Read Article
    • 27 Apr 2023
  • Robin Ody

    Canalys Forums 2023: Channel partners are investing in staff to drive differentiation

    Canalys Forums,Channels
    Channel partners will benefit from focusing on sales and marketing efficiencies in 2023. Read Article
    • 06 Apr 2023
  • Anna Blaney

    Canalys Forums 2023 welcomes TD SYNNEX as a global distributor sponsor

    Canalys Forums
    TD SYNNEX continues its long standing support for the Canalys Forums around the world. Read Article
    • 06 Apr 2023
  • Lindsey Upton

    Recent acquisitions flag opportunities in the wireless market

    Market
    The US mobile carriers seek acquisitions to add prepaid consumer business and expand private fixed wireless in the business segment. T-Mobile acquires Ka’ena Corporation and its subsidiaries (including Mint Mobile, Ultra Mobile and Plum) in an investment move to further control competition in the wireless market. Smartphone vendors seeking to leverage 5G ecosystems should keep an eye on the infrastructure buildout of Dish Wireless and AT&T in 2023, specifically for partnership opportunities for consumers in unique segments. Read Article
    • 03 Apr 2023