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By CompTIA
| November 29, 2022
The next generation of the tech workforce aren’t just graduating from college or earning a certification—they’re still in middle school too. It is crucial to begin early and help that next generation spark an interest in tech.
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By MJ Shoer
| November 24, 2022
Thanks to CompTIA's volunteer leaders and staff, who came on strong in 2022, rallying around opportunities and initiatives that would drive the industry forward and make it a better place for all of us.
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By Carolyn April
| November 22, 2022
Data shows that companies in the business of technology are starting to think bigger again, rekindling some strategic initiatives and aspirations that may have been put on the back burner. Find out more about how channel firms are looking to evolve their business models in the coming year.
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By Megan Gustafson
| November 17, 2022
Between increases in interest rates, energy prices and inflation across the globe, no MSP is exempt from the effects of economic crisis. However, amongst all the challenges lie many opportunities for MSPs.
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By Michelle Lange
| November 15, 2022
Just like all game-changing technologies and inventions, the web has gone through decades of evolution. Find out more about how Web3 and blockchain technologies can work for your MSP.
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By CompTIA’s AI Advisory Council
| November 10, 2022
AI and Machine Learning feed on large amounts of data, and CompTIA's AI Council detailed more on how important it is to start with strategy when considering how all facets of data drive your business outcomes.
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By Sara Yirrell
| November 08, 2022
Every MSP should have an exit plan sooner rather than later, even if they don't plan to sell. Find out more about planning your exit, tracking your adjusted EBITDA and why it's important to understand your risk-reward appetite.
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By Megan Gustafson
| November 01, 2022
With millions of individuals looking for new opportunities, CompTIA plays an important role in unlocking the potential of the industry, says CompTIA CEO Todd Thibodeaux.
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By Sara Yirrell
| November 01, 2022
It’s important for MSPs to be as prepared as possible for a customer being breached and to make sure both sides know exactly where they stand should the unthinkable happen.
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By Megan Gustafson
| November 01, 2022
Find out everything you may have missed from the EMEA Member and Partner Conference 2022, live from London.
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By Sara Yirrell
| October 31, 2022
Looking for MSP success? Choose your customers wisely, be laser-focused on a specialist area—whether this is a particular technology set or a specific vertical sector/customer type and try not to be a jack-of-all-trades.
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By Scott Campbell
| October 28, 2022
Risk assessments provide customers with a good understanding of their cybersecurity gaps and what they need to do—and gives MSPs a great business opportunity.
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By Scott Campbell
| October 25, 2022
CompTIA's Cybersecurity Advisory Council has produced "A CEO's Guide to Choosing an IT Service Provider: Cybersecurity questions for business leaders to ask potential MSP partners." Learn more about this questionnaire that helps end users assess the knowledge of their potential partners.
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By CompTIA's AI Advisory Council
| October 20, 2022
Emerging technologies have become more prominent in recent years, and amongst them, quantum computing has the potential to change the world the most. Find out more about 10 things you should be aware of when it comes to the worlds of quantum computing and AI.
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By Carolyn April
| October 18, 2022
The cybersecurity landscape is changing leaving the channel with myriad opportunities. CompTIA's research has identified four areas of cybersecurity focus for companies to zero in on: policy, process, people and products.
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By Scott Campbell
| October 14, 2022
When it comes to analyzing your team’s sales compensation plans, or figuring out where your latest marketing campaign went awry, or what new security tools could help you protect your clients, wouldn’t it be great to ask a genius? CompTIA corporate members will get that chance during EMEA Member and Partner Conference on 31 October in London.
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By Amy Carrado
| October 13, 2022
Technology continues to be critically important for the success of all types of businesses. The top business priorities identified by the executives in CompTIA’s study across seven countries include building greater operational efficiencies, enhancing employee skills, and innovation.
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By Michelle Lange
| October 11, 2022
Understanding what happens behind the curtain of a cyber attack can help you mitigate risk and highlight gaps in your security plan. Hear from three cyber experts on how you can leverage threat intelligence to set your organization off on a security-first path.
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By Ashley Watters
| October 06, 2022
Three winners of CompTIA's UK Spotlight Awards share more about their contributions to the technology industry, including innovative approaches to problem solving and how they support other technology-based businesses.
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By Michelle Lange
| October 04, 2022
Cyber threat intelligence is essential for all business, but knowing how to use and process the information you receive isn't that simple. Make threat intelligence a part of your organization's muscle memory with these tips from Vince Crisler.
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By Emily Matzelle
| September 29, 2022
Join us 31 October - 1 November in London for CompTIA EMEA Member & Partner Conference. From cybersecurity to mental health to future-proofing your business, hear more about 10 things you'll want to be sure to check out.
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By Scott Campbell
| September 28, 2022
Hurricane Ian is as a reminder to dust off disaster recovery plans and have conversations with customers to make sure you're prepared to help employees, clients—and your own business—in the event of a real emergency.
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By Megan Gustafson
| September 27, 2022
Two of the winners of CompTIA's UK Spotlight Awards share what's important to them, including how raising awareness around advancing women and diversity are key to strengthening the tech industry.
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By Alisa Kunz
| September 22, 2022
Marketing and sales are critical to a good business plan, find out more about these 10 steps that can help you develop an effective sales strategy for 2023.
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By Ashley Watters
| September 20, 2022
Two winners of CompTIA's UK Spotlight Awards share what's important to them, and how raising awareness around diversity and strengthening future leaders are key factors in advancing the tech industry.
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By Jennon Bell Hoffmann
| September 15, 2022
Social media can be a powerful tool for business growth and connection—if used correctly. Know your goal on each and every platform you use for optimal lead generation.
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By Carolyn April
| September 13, 2022
Small- to medium-sized businesses make up more than 99% of all businesses in the United States, and these companies have been evolving. Learn more about how SMBs are dusting off their offensive playbook and returning to a strategic mindset.
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By MJ Patent
| September 08, 2022
Many services organizations have a wide operational gap that can have a significant impact on your business, lack of service portfolio management. Learn more about how you can fill that gap and strengthen your business.
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By Scott Campbell
| September 06, 2022
There are many benefits to regularly testing your incident response plan. Find out more about how tabletop exercises can help your organization better prepare for a multitude of risk scenarios and threats.
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By Michelle Lange
| September 01, 2022
People are your most valuable resource when it comes to security. Learn more about how you can get your employees involved in security compliance without blaming them for mistakes.
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By Jennon Bell Hoffmann
| August 30, 2022
In the age of digital everything, many customers are more interested in subscription-based models, but how can MSPs begin to sift through the noise? Start with the basics and thoroughly consider what it will mean for your business.
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By Jennon Bell Hoffman
| August 25, 2022
A cohesive, impactful digital sales and marketing approach is critical if you want to be considered by the modern buyer. Check out three tips for marketing and selling your managed services digitally.
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By Michelle Lange
| August 23, 2022
Having a plan for when cyber incidents occur is just part of data preparedness. Hear from one MSP about the importance of practice when planning for potential disaster.
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By Carolyn April
| August 18, 2022
It's impossible to make everyone happy in today's market, however, vendors can smooth out relationships and up the partner experience by focusing on one key area: communications.
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By Michelle Lange
| August 16, 2022
When it comes to cybersecurity, preparedness only goes so far. Hear from two MSPs about what they hope others can learn from the cyber incident that sent them spinning.
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By Jennon Bell Hoffman
| August 11, 2022
Customers—like people—don’t like to feel unimportant, especially when it comes to big investments in their company. Learn three ways you can elevate your sales operation to compete in today's evolving marketplace.
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By Scott Campbell
| August 09, 2022
Is now a good time for managed service providers to buy, sell, or should they wait it out? The answer, as you might imagine, is—it depends. It’s also not so much as when should you sell, but how and why, according to panelists in the ChannelCon session titled “Should You Sell or Grow? Mergers, Acquisitions and Exit Strategies for MSPs.”
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By CompTIA
| August 05, 2022
Find out everything you may have missed (or just want to relive) from ChannelCon 2022, live from Chicago.
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By Michelle Lange
| August 04, 2022
Vendors and channel firms are vetting potential partners more thoroughly than ever and getting clearer on what they need out of these relationships, according to new CompTIA research presented at ChannelCon 2022.
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By Scott Campbell
| August 04, 2022
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By Louisa Fitzgerald
| August 04, 2022
MSPs worry about a lot of things—the changing customer, the need for employees with new and advanced technical skills and breaking into new markets, among others. And while these things may keep MSPs up at night, they also present business opportunities.
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By Jennon Bell Hoffman
| August 04, 2022
As businesses attempt to navigate an unpredictable post-pandemic economy, one thing we have learned is that fortune favors the prepared. Read tips for motivating your channel partners when the economy is uncertain and “business nerves” are fried.
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By Scott Campbell
| August 03, 2022
No one can say Scott Galloway is short on opinions—or of very loudly sharing said opinions. He shared his thoughts on overhyped and underhyped trends in technology at CompTIA’s ChannelCon conference, letting loose on the health care industry, spiraling costs of education, Web3, and much more.
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By Scott Campbell
| August 03, 2022
Many of the 40 million U.S. adults that want or need a career believe technology is too difficult a field to pursue. That’s a problem we need to fix, says CompTIA CEO Todd Thibodeaux.
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By Scott Campbell
| July 28, 2022
Whether you are just getting started or you're taking steps to become a cyber expert, members of the CompTIA ISAO Cyber Fundamentals SME workgroup created a pair of whitepapers that represent a comprehensive collection of cybersecurity best practices that will benefit all MSPs.
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By CompTIA
| July 26, 2022
Representation is important for all in the tech industry, but especially for women. Hear from three women that have found success in tech while not sacrificing their work-life balance, and how they are inspiring others to do the same.
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By Megan Gustafson
| July 21, 2022
From supply chain logistics to recurring revenue, find out what three industry thought leaders have to say about the current trends in managed services in 2022.
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By Pedro Pereira
| July 19, 2022
The winner of CompTIA's Future Leader Award shares what's important to him, more about the rapid evolution of the IT industry and the power of strong communication skills.
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By Khali Henderson
| July 12, 2022
Selling leading-edge technology is more than just showing off the newest gadgets or ideas—it’s about showing customers what it can do for their business. Here are five ways to market AI, blockchain, drones, IoT and other emerging tech to your customers.
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By CompTIA
| July 07, 2022
Hiring and keeping talent is a critical part of running a successful MSP. Hear from Hannah O'Donnell on tips to find and retain top tech talent!
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