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AVG unleashes new managed workplace solution
AVG Business Managed Workplace is designed to make it easy for partners to deploy and administer remote IT management services to their business customers
Elastica and Cisco partner on cloud app security
Elastica will offer Cisco customers the CloudSOC portfolio, a new breed of cloud app security designed to help enterprises eliminate exposure of sensitive and regulated data
Dell enhances partner programme and hires new honchos
Partners can benefit from two new PartnerAdvantage incentives in networking and server sales, and also in networking certification said Dell
Avaya aims to make SDN and IoT easier with new switches
The premium stackable Ethernet switches, the ERS 5900 series, optimised for Avaya Fabric Connect, allows firms to support new technologies
AlienVault partners with HP on cyber threat detection
HP intends to integrate data from AlienVault Open Threat Exchange (OTX) into HP Threat Central, its cloud-based threat analysis platform
Sharp to showcase display openings for resellers
Sharp UK is inviting resellers to see how its professional display products and reseller reward initiatives can 'safeguard margins'
A10 Networks and RSA combine forces on SSL security
Through its RSA Ready Technology Partner Program, RSA has validated interoperability on A10's Thunder Application Delivery Controller (ADC)
Scotland to open £100m cloud hosting facility
Once completed, Queensway Park in Fife will be the largest co-location data centre campus in Scotland, with the first clients in next year
Cloudreach adds Zadara storage as a service to offering
Zadara’s Virtual Private Storage Array (VPSA) platform offers snapshots, clones and remote replication through a pure cloud business model
IGEL brings enhanced conferencing to thin clients with Cisco
IGEL thin clients are now compatible with the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Engine (VXME) to provide HD video quality to users
Pure Storage brings in veterans as it enhances channel
Pure Storage has announced the launch of the Pure Customer and Partner Success Organisation and changed its distribution model
Nokia’s Alcatel-Lucent acquisition welcomed by analysts
The deal is expected to deliver operational savings and create a stronger challenger against the likes of Ericsson and Huawei
Lenovo enhances One Channel partner programme
Lenovo has fully integrated the System x business into its channel scheme meaning total Lenovo revenues now contribute to a partner's status
Splunk Cloud goes global with Amazon Web Services
Customers in nine of AWS’ global regions will be able to use Splunk to support IT operations, application delivery, security and compliance
Telefónica brings in NEC as global cloud integrator for SMBs
NEC will work on operations, integration and support for the software as a service (SaaS) platforms and services that Telefónica offers
CWCS expands managed hosting services to London
The site has been chosen for its convenient location within the M25 and its security, including facial recognition biometrics
Veeam makes available free data backup for endpoints
Veeam Endpoint Backup FREE provides a simple solution for backing up Windows-based desktops and laptops
Sage unveils next generation ERP platform
The new version of Sage 200 is available both on-premise and online, giving firms the choice of software on their servers or via the cloud
HP appoints new channel head
Paul Boshoff is moving from New Zealand to fulfil the role, after holding previous senior positions with HP, Compaq and Dell
CompTIA appoints new UK channel director
Estelle Johannes was previously the online community manager at Baptie & Company, responsible for managing its global channel community
CAS and Pulsant join forces to offer cloud case management
Computer Application Services has appointed cloud services provider Pulsant as its preferred hosting partner for Workpro on the G-Cloud
Intuit launches app add-on store for its accountancy package
The apps available integrate directly with the product, enabling small businesses to expand the capabilities of QuickBooks Online
Barracuda Networks enhances channel programme
To better support VARs at all levels Barracuda has added an additional level – Premier, and adjusted revenue and training requirements
Lenovo unveils cloud and MSP partner programme
The Service Provider Program delivers a streamlined channel engagement process and offers 'competitive prices and unique financing plans'
Anagram Systems brings in Hardy to support channel
Nick Hardy has responsibility for developing relationships with key Encore reseller partners in the UK, Eire and the US
Red Hat continues to build global channel for open source
Further reliance on partners predicted at this week's Red Hat North American Partner Conference
Truphone connects with Bristol Telecom Solutions
Truphone provides users with multiple international mobile numbers on a single SIM card, so contacts can always reach them at a local rate
Epson announces channel for new RIPS Inkjets
The WorkForce Pro replaceable ink pack system business inkjet printers are now available from 26 selected managed print service providers
Lenovo appoints new Emea leader
Former HP boss Eric Cador is Lenovo's new president of Emea, effective from 1 May, as Aymar de Lencquesaing goes West
