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October 4, 2019 by Michelle Lange
MSPs and IT security companies have long relied on security assessments to generate leads, and they can do the same with California’s Consumer Privacy Act. Go in, assess and build an offer based on a bespoke compliance plan.
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October 1, 2019 by Seth Robinson
Data from CompTIA’s newest cybersecurity research illustrates how different parts of the organization view of security vs. tech innovation. Here are four ways executives, business staff and security providers can balance cybersecurity and innovation.
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September 27, 2019 by Jennon Bell Hoffman
In September, CompTIA podcasts provided insight into today’s most talked about tech topics—from enterprise mobility and the state of the channel to recruiting and hiring for managed service providers and more.
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September 27, 2019 by Michelle Lange
Three unmistakable trends are shaping the future of tech jobs, and it starts with shaking up the way we introduce people to technology careers.
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September 24, 2019 by Scott Campbell
The construction industry is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology. Before he takes the stage at EMEA 2019, Steven Capper, CIO of Royal BAM Group, explains why emerging tech is vital to his company and how solution providers can help customers.
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September 23, 2019 by Scott Campbell
You can develop a disaster recovery plan, talk about it, and practice it. But until you live through a disaster, it’s hard to say how well it works, according to solution providers who led their companies through tumultuous times.
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September 19, 2019 by CJ Arlotta
The CompTIA 2019 EMEA Member and Partner Conference is packed with more than 30 sessions designed to provide valuable insights and needed to begin solving tomorrow's business problems today. Here are five sessions you don’t want to miss.
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September 17, 2019 by Brian Sherman
From software to SaaS applications to partner programs and incentives, there are relatively few channel activities (and roles) immune from change. What does that mean for all the stakeholders? A ChannelCon 2019 session answers that question.
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September 10, 2019 by Scott Campbell
It’s important for solution providers to take care of customers after a disaster—some will need more guidance, some will be patient—but all will turn to their trusted business and IT advisors to get them through the experience, according to solution providers who survived natural disasters.
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September 6, 2019 by Scott Campbell
Guiding a business through a natural disaster is extremely stressful for management, employees, and customers. But if you take the proper precautions, plan out a strategy, and rely on everything around you, you can not only survive, but thrive.
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September 5, 2019 by Scott Campbell
Security isn’t part of IT anymore, it’s part of business. That concept still eludes many businesses—which spells opportunity for solution providers. Businesses may change how they think about security, but they’re not investing properly.
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August 30, 2019 by CompTIA
Hurricane Dorian could strengthen from a Category 2 hurricane to a Category 4 hurricane over the weekend and will threaten parts of the Bahamas and the southeastern U.S. over Labor Day weekend. Mike Semel of Semel Consulting shares valuable resources to prepare for a hurricane.
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August 29, 2019 by Jennon Bell Hoffmann
In August, CompTIA podcasts provided insight into today’s most talked about tech topics—from what the customer experience means in the IT channel to the importance of soft skills in cybersecurity, overused tech terms, women in SaaS, and more.
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August 27, 2019 by Seth Robinson
After years of defining emerging tech trends, the attention has shifted to adoption. At ChannelCon's State of Emerging Tech Trends panel, three industry leaders offered a different perspective on the challenges involved with emerging technology.
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August 23, 2019 by Brian Sherman
“There is a real opportunity for MSPs to plug in more advanced services and be a resource to their clients,” said Marc Haskelson, president/CEO, Compliancy Group, LLC, a member of the CompTIA Business Applications Advisory Council panel at ChannelCon 2019.
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August 22, 2019 by CJ Arlotta
Using emerging technologies, such as IoT, business intelligence and automation, Britehouse is helping farmers improve their communities for the better by producing healthier crops and ensuring there’s plenty of water to drink.
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August 20, 2019 by Natalie Hope McDonald
After Apple announced two-factor authentication recently, experts like Dr. Thad Phillips predicted more Apple tech in once-dominated Windows environments. That means plenty for solution providers, especially when it comes to cybersecurity.
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August 16, 2019 by CompTIA
CompTIA Communities and Councils advance the IT industry by providing thought leadership, hosting networking events and spearheading industry initiatives. Want to get involved? Mark your calendar for these events.
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August 15, 2019 by Jennon Bell Hoffmann
On a recent episode of Volley, Dave Sobel, senior director of MSP evangelism, SolarWinds, discussed a tech trend that is overrated—the branding around digital transformation—and a trend that is underrated—the attention paid to digital rights and privacy in the age of data.
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August 14, 2019 by Eric Pinto
ChannelCon 2019 is in the books and Eric Pinto of SOCSoter shares three things he took home from CompTIA’s big event in Las Vegas, including the value of open doors, insight from Shaquille O’Neal, and the always-important opportunity to network.
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August 8, 2019 by CompTIA
The final day of ChannelCon featured educational sessions, vendor awards, tours, networking opportunities and a general session that left a BIG impression on attendees. Read on for more about how we closed out another epic year at ChannelCon.
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August 8, 2019 by Louisa Fitzgerald
From blockchain to drones, AI and IoT to space internet, ChannelCon 2019 featured the latest conversations in emerging technologies and the opportunities and challenges around implementing and monetizing new technology solutions.
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August 7, 2019 by Scott Campbell
SMB Customers know more—and demand more—than ever, which means solution providers need to have a greater understand of their customers’ experiences in order to be successful, said CompTIA’s Carolyn April, at ChannelCon in Las Vegas.
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August 7, 2019 by Michelle Lange
Tech investor, entrepreneur, deejay and basketball star Dr. Shaquille O’Neal kept the ChannelCon audience laughing as he shared investment advice, his personal tech story and all the reasons he’s proud to be more cerebral than celebrity.
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August 7, 2019 by CompTIA
Day two of ChannelCon featured educational tracks as well as the State of the Industry General Session featuring CompTIA President and CEO Todd Thibodeaux and Nancy Hammervik, executive vice president, Industry Relations, CompTIA, followed by Eric O’Neill’s gripping keynote.
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