Vendor Management Strategies for the CIO-
How VARs can get creative with consumer technologies in the cloud
Solution providers may find that creativity with consumer technologies in the cloud can help drive business. Focusing on services such as data and voice for on-demand applications is one way VARs can take advantage of the cloud. Chapter Excerpt
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Current VAR cloud computing business trends: Top resources
Get a grip on the key predictions, analysis and news when it comes to cloud computing business trends in the channel by reading through these top VAR cloud resources. Top 10
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Cloud computing business concerns: Environment testing
Testing in your customers' environments in areas such as bandwidth and understanding potential cloud business concerns will help determine whether the cloud is a good fit. Chapter Excerpt
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VAR services with cloud vendors: Key considerations
A customer using cloud computing doesn't mean there is no longer a need for services. Read the different services that you could profit from while working with cloud vendors. Chapter Excerpt
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How cloud computing fits into identity federation
Implementing identity federation along with cloud computing can make interoperation between your customers easier. Read the rules and regulations in this chapter excerpt. Chapter Excerpt
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Guiding customers in storage-based cloud decisions
The cloud-based storage market is in flux, so customers may be confused about the best architecture to adopt. This excerpt breaks down prevailing cloud storage models. Chapter Excerpt
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Cloud applications: A programming languages background
If your customers are clamoring for cloud-based applications, you need to get a grip on various kinds of applications and the programming languages used to create these apps. Chapter Excerpt
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The benefits of cloud storage services
Cloud storage services can ease the pain of backup tasks and have short- and long-term use cases. Solution providers should emphasize cloud storage's various benefits to customers. Chapter Excerpt
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Cloud computing platforms, applications study guide
Learn about cloud computing platforms and cloud computing applications with this study guide and get information on cloud requirements, pricing, categories and features. Study Guide
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Cloud computing platforms: Migrating and testing
This chapter excerpt offers information on the move to cloud computing platform, analyzing and testing cloud computing platforms and the benefits of private clouds. Chapter Excerpt
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Microsoft BPOS suite: Creating business opportunities
Microsoft Business Productivity Online Standard suite can offer new revenue opportunities for solution providers, but the suite also has its fair share of downfalls. Article | 18 Oct 2010
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VMware Workstation 7.1 includes new features, support
VMware Workstation 7.1 has new features, such as OpenGL support for Windows 7 and Vista, automatic software updates as well as support for 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems. Article | 28 May 2010
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Partner Engage 2009: VARs dish on DLP implementation and the cloud
Data leakage prevention (DLP) implementation is front of mind for VARs both nationally and internationally. Most VARs, however, are not as jazzed about the cloud computing model, and are slow to adopt the new trend. Article | 11 Nov 2009
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Salesforce.com cuts VARs in on recurring revenue
The new Force.com VAR program lets resellers that build custom apps atop Salesforce.com's cloud infrastructure charge for their own work on an ongoing basis. Article | 26 Aug 2009
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Web gateway security products, cloud services supplant URL filtering
URL filtering has long been an IT security staple, but that market is barely recognizable now, having given way to Web gateway security, a new generation of tools and services focusing on antimalware, near real-time evaluation of site content and app... Article | 24 Aug 2009
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Business intelligence software immune to recession
A survey by Forrester Research reveals that companies have no intention of slowing down adoption of business intelligence software. Article | 21 Aug 2009
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ScanSafe and Business Fitness announce partnership
ScanSafe Services LLC has announced that its security SaaS offering will now be offered through Business Fitness. Business Fitness is an IT/telecommunications advisor company. Article | 19 Aug 2009
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Compliance, Web threats change email security market, opportunities
Web-borne threats are moving the email security market towards consolidation with Web security gateway technology, and host-based services are moving up as an alternative to appliances for small organizations. Article | 06 Jul 2009
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Hitachi expands thin provisioning; DataDirect challenges EMC in the cloud
Headlines: Hitachi's thin provisioning now supports midrange disk arrays, an HDS Storage Reclamation Service feature and a new Hitachi Dynamic Provisioning assessment service; DataDirect claims its Web Object Scaler (WOS) object-based scale-out cloud... Article | 24 Jun 2009
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Pranah jumps to multi-protocol storage; more headlines
Pranah jumps to multi-protocol storage; LucidEra to close; CA buys Cassatt; IT channel news in brief. Article | 23 Jun 2009
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Application delivery services can save customers money, help VARs
Apps are everywhere and VARs can capitalize on this trend by providing Web application delivery services that reduce time and costs for customers. Tip
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What services VARs can offer with Office 365 migrations
Office 365 migrations are opportunities for VARs. Services such as cloud transition consulting and on-premises cloud environment management will exist when customers adopt this Microsoft software. Tip
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Tips for VARs competing with cloud service providers
VARs who are looking for an edge when vying for customers with cloud service providers can check out these cloud market tips, starting with acknowledging that cloud computing is here to stay. Tip
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Offering SaaS for securing mobile devices
The ever-growing popularity of mobile devices has created a significant revenue opportunity for solution providers. Securing mobile devices is an important service that will provide your customers with an added layer of security for their employees w... Tip
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Hosted unified communications and collaboration services for MSPs
Hosted unified communications and collaboration services can beef up portfolios for managed service providers (MSPs) if you can handle the challenge of integration and customization. MSPs often must scale hosted unified communications and collaborati... Tip
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Key aspects of cloud computing services
Learn about the key aspects of cloud computing services and why these services are increasing at such a fast rate. Tip
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Reliable desktop performance tools equal better enterprise services
With an increasingly dispersed user base, desktop performance tools can provide valuable data about overall enterprise system performance. Tip
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Addressing IT decision makers' concerns about Software as a Service
For a long time, IT departments have had concerns about Software as a Service; the resistance can be traced to concerns about reliability and security, integration, customizability, accessibility and job security. Find out how to best respond to the ... Tip
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Channel implications of Microsoft's online services
Microsoft is indeed making overtures in the online services arena, and many service providers aren't prepared. Some have been asleep at the wheel while others are overly mistrustful. Either way, the impetus is on you to keep on top of the changing ma... Tip
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Software as a Service market gives rise to new software sales decision maker
VARs involved in software sales will need to change their tactics as Software as a Service takes hold of the market and a new decision maker emerges. Find out how to adjust your strategy to stay ahead of the competition. Tip
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What are best practices for selling Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Learn the benefits of Software as a Service (Saas) for your customers and how you can create and sell services that best fit their business needs. Ask the Expert
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How can I help clients meet service-level requirements?
Learn how to help your clients meet their service-level requirements in the face of a difficult budgetary situation. Ask the Expert
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How will outsourced Software as a Service affect security VARs?
Learn how security VARs can help clients test the security ramifications of SaaS deployments, including the management of risks associated with confidential data housed elsewhere. Ask the Expert
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VAR business must prep for cloud computing services
The VAR business can benefit greatly from offering cloud computing services and applications, according to IDC's vice president of channels, Janet Waxman. Video
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Tips on offering security software as a service
Diana Kelley and Ed Moyle recently sat down with SearchSecurityChannel.com to discuss offering security software as a service to customers. Video
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Considering Google Apps as a service offering
Learn which factors are the most significant when considering Google Apps as a service offering, and find out which capabilities are important to your clients. Podcast
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Application delivery services can save customers money, help VARs
Apps are everywhere and VARs can capitalize on this trend by providing Web application delivery services that reduce time and costs for customers. Tip
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What services VARs can offer with Office 365 migrations
Office 365 migrations are opportunities for VARs. Services such as cloud transition consulting and on-premises cloud environment management will exist when customers adopt this Microsoft software. Tip
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Tips for VARs competing with cloud service providers
VARs who are looking for an edge when vying for customers with cloud service providers can check out these cloud market tips, starting with acknowledging that cloud computing is here to stay. Tip
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How VARs can get creative with consumer technologies in the cloud
Solution providers may find that creativity with consumer technologies in the cloud can help drive business. Focusing on services such as data and voice for on-demand applications is one way VARs can take advantage of the cloud. Chapter Excerpt
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Current VAR cloud computing business trends: Top resources
Get a grip on the key predictions, analysis and news when it comes to cloud computing business trends in the channel by reading through these top VAR cloud resources. Top 10
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Cloud computing business concerns: Environment testing
Testing in your customers' environments in areas such as bandwidth and understanding potential cloud business concerns will help determine whether the cloud is a good fit. Chapter Excerpt
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VAR services with cloud vendors: Key considerations
A customer using cloud computing doesn't mean there is no longer a need for services. Read the different services that you could profit from while working with cloud vendors. Chapter Excerpt
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How cloud computing fits into identity federation
Implementing identity federation along with cloud computing can make interoperation between your customers easier. Read the rules and regulations in this chapter excerpt. Chapter Excerpt
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Microsoft BPOS suite: Creating business opportunities
Microsoft Business Productivity Online Standard suite can offer new revenue opportunities for solution providers, but the suite also has its fair share of downfalls. Article
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Guiding customers in storage-based cloud decisions
The cloud-based storage market is in flux, so customers may be confused about the best architecture to adopt. This excerpt breaks down prevailing cloud storage models. Chapter Excerpt
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About Software as a Service (SaaS) Applications and Consulting
Learn how Software as a Service (SaaS) applications can help systems solutions providers and value-added resellers (VARs) develop their consulting services. With these tips, guides, chapter excerpts and media resources, you can become an expert on the SaaS model and market. Brushing up on the benefits of SaaS and finding out how to properly create a SaaS agreement can turn you into a top SaaS provider and help generate repeat business with your clients.