MSP Evolution: Page 2

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    Microsoft 365 licensing revamp ripples across channel

    Partners are reshaping their Microsoft practices as the hyperscaler pushes its software customers toward third-party providers

    By • Jan. 21, 2026
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    MSPs keep calm after Pax8 security snafu

     “It could have happened to anyone.”

    By Christine Horton, Channel Dive contributor • Jan. 20, 2026
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    AI productivity pitfalls open a pathway for partners

    Most organizations have seen efficiency gains eaten away by the need to verify, fix and rework AI outputs, according to Workday.

    By Kelly Teal, Channel Dive contributor • Jan. 20, 2026
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    Blue Mantis maintains reseller roots amid managed services push

    The company has shifted 60% of its revenue to recurring managed services while still growing its data center hardware and software sales.

    By • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Managed services market poised to rebound: ISG

    Enterprise MSP contract revenue fell for the second consecutive quarter despite record cloud spending.

    By • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Rogue AI agents threaten MSPs

    Autonomous systems represent an attack surface existing cybersecurity services models aren't designed to protect.

    By • Jan. 15, 2026
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    11:11’s timely VMware partner landgrab

    The cloud infrastructure provider is growing its VCF services portfolio as Broadcom whittles away at the virtualization software vendor’s channel ecosystem.

    By • Jan. 13, 2026
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    Forrester: Businesses are ‘AI-washing’ layoffs

    The research firm said AI-driven job replacement will be “meaningful” but “not apocalyptic” over the next four years.

    By • Updated Jan. 14, 2026
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    Dynatrace overhauls partner enablement and sales strategy

    “We’re listening to our partners,” says Dynatrace’s Jay Snyder, as the company unveils a sales and training push designed to support the channel.

    By Christine Horton, Channel Dive contributor • Jan. 12, 2026
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    11:11 Systems expands VMware services with Ntirety deal

    The move marks the company’s sixth VMware-focused acquisition in three years as Broadcom continues to shrink the VCSP ecosystem.

    By Kelly Teal, Channel Dive contributor • Jan. 9, 2026
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    BCM One rebrand steers partners toward UC integration, cost management

    The service provider resurrected a previously acquired brand to represent its enterprise business.

    By • Jan. 8, 2026
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    5 channel trends for 2026

    Vendor programs are changing, and not everyone’s going to make it.

    By • Jan. 8, 2026
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    NinjaOne trains sights on Kaseya, ConnectWise in MSP platform push

    The software provider is balancing technical innovation with simplicity as it lures MSP customers from legacy management platforms.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    Unisys aims to align AI results with expectations

    The MSP poured more than $10 million into a field services modernization initiative to assist technicians and speed up call scheduling.

    By • Jan. 5, 2026
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    Ransomware playbook for MSPs: Key lessons for effective recovery

    Backups alone won’t save your clients. However, they are the foundation of every effective recovery. For MSPs, that means adopting a strategy built on proven architecture like Datto’s.

    Jan. 5, 2026
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    Inside the AI execution gap

    Enterprises need channel partners to help guide adoption, according to DXC Technology research.

    By Kelly Teal, Channel Dive Contributor • Dec. 22, 2025
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    OpenText: MSPs need to think like business consultants

    The MSP model is evolving as AI, cybersecurity threats and regulation reshape the channel.

    By Christine Horton, Channel Dive contributor • Dec. 19, 2025
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    Managed services to add $608B to B2B tech and telco growth: Omdia

    Omdia Chief Analyst Jay McBain said 'the timing is pretty much perfect' for the MSP market, whose growth outpaces that of the larger economy.

    By Kelly Teal, Channel Dive contributor • Dec. 18, 2025
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    AWS leans on partners to spin up mainframe modernization agents

    The hyperscaler launched a platform called AWS Transform Composability aimed at speeding migrations with AI automation.

    By Kelly Teal, Channel Dive contributor • Dec. 17, 2025
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    The true cost of downtime: What every MSP must know

    Reliable BCDR is essential for MSPs to protect clients, reduce downtime, and drive recurring revenue. Learn how Datto helps you recover instantly.

    Dec. 17, 2025
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    How MSPs can profit from BCDR in a resilience-driven world

    MSPs can boost profits by offering BCDR services that ensure uptime, reduce downtime risks, and drive recurring revenue. Here's how to get started.

    Dec. 17, 2025
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    Front recruits Dialpad alum to accelerate partner sales

    Newly hired SVP of global channel sales Mike Kane said he wants to help advisors monetize a previously walled-off area of tech spend.

    By • Dec. 16, 2025
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    Former Palantir CIO to lead OpenAI-backed MSP Shield

    Shield Technology Partners doubled down on its AI-heavy strategy by hiring the IT leader of one of the world’s fastest growing data companies.

    By • Dec. 15, 2025
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    Nerdio urges its partners to plan for AI — especially Copilot

    The cloud management platform provider expanded its coverage from Azure Virtual Desktop to Microsoft’s full cloud stack. It wants MSPs to do the same.

    By Christine Horton, Channel Dive contributor • Dec. 11, 2025
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    DXC rolls out AdvisoryX consulting unit amid AI-centric rebrand

    The IT services giant is looking to capitalize on what its research confirms: Companies are drowning in AI hype but can't figure out how to actually make it work.

    By • Dec. 10, 2025