What does it take to tackle a niche market? Ken has some advice before jumping in.
- By Ken Thoreson
- June 01, 2008
The phrase "managed services provider" means different things to different people, and the connotation isn't always positive. But MSPs are working to build credibility and show that their market holds big opportunities for customers, vendors and the channel.
- By Lee Pender
- February 01, 2008
No managed services provider can afford to be without solid business and IT management applications. Here's a guide to some of the top offerings.
- By Rich Freeman
- February 01, 2008
Attendees at that first event in Maryland received a gift bag that included the Demo Showcase, a valuable set of customizable online demos.
- By Scott Bekker
- December 01, 2007
The health-care industry is finally ready for a major IT upgrade, and for partners with the right solutions the prognosis is excellent indeed.
- By Rich Freeman
- October 01, 2007
Whether or not partners will be part of Redmond's latest foray remains to be seen.
- By Scott Bekker
- August 01, 2007
From the White House to town hall, government is big business. Here's a guide to the top IT opportunities and how to get in on them.
- By Rich Freeman
- June 01, 2007
Look for a provider that can deliver an end-to-end view across the network.
- By Rob Aragao
- May 01, 2007
Lessons from ERP past pertain to Microsoft too.
- By Joshua Greenbaum
- March 01, 2007
SMBs can't afford to hire a qualified IT staff to administer their networks. Partners who provide managed services can step in.
- By Michael Proper
- January 01, 2007
Analysis: IDC study shows profitability benefits in Microsoft's ISV Competency.
- By Scott Bekker
- December 01, 2006
At MS101, partners get a glimpse behind the Redmond curtain.
- By Paul DeGroot
- December 01, 2006
As SaaS picks up steam, more resources are coming online to help with
the transition to on-demand delivery.
- By Keith Ward
- November 01, 2006
ISVs need to stay close to Microsoft -- but not too close. Here's how to be an effective partner without giving away too much.
- By Lee Pender
- October 01, 2006
For a once-drab site, a little polish goes a long way.
- By Scott Bekker
- October 01, 2006