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Security Issues Take Toll on IT Adoption
Security Issues Take Toll on IT Adoption Security Concerns Alter Cloud Strategies Security issues push organizations toward private clouds. For just over half (52%), security was the top cloud computing adoption issue. Security Concerns Alter Big Data Strategies A fear of putting too much data in the cloud was cited by 35%. Most organizations are…
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Time to Circle the Security Intelligence Wagons
One of the problems with being a solution provider responsible for IT security is being outgunned. The perpetrators of digital crimes are not only well organized; they also have access to highly automated tools and share vulnerability intelligence with each other. As a result, solution providers have a vested interest in helping customers circle the…
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Tech Data Offers Partners Full Cisco Security Portfolio
Tech Data’s channel of solution providers in the United States, Canada and Latin America just got an early holiday gift, with access to Cisco’s full portfolio of intelligent cyber-security solutions. The portfolio includes Cisco’s network security appliances and services from its Sourcefire acquisition last year, as well as enforcement and remediation options through the Cisco Solutions Group…
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Channel News Briefs: Week of Oct. 12
Tech Data Unveils Cloud-Focused Program for Solution Providers Tech Data has introduced a new cloud-focused education and enablement program available through its TDCloud business unit. As part of TDCloud Academy, Tech Data’s tiered cloud education program for solution providers, the new program offers customized education tracks for solution providers focused on launching, expanding and maximizing cloud businesses. Solution…
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Channel News Briefs: Week of Sept. 7
Westcon Boosts Cloud Practice With Verecloud Acquisition Westcon Group, a value-added distributor, has acquired the assets of Verecloud, a developer of an advanced telecom carrier-grade channel distribution platform for cloud and services solutions. Westcon plans to incorporate Verecloud into its Cloud Solutions Practice, led by former Verecloud CEO John McCawley. The platform will become the foundation of Westcon’s…
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BYOID Is Crucial for Tech Road Maps, and Isn’t a Typo
BYOID High Level of Interest 50% of IT and 63% of business users said their interest in BYOID is high or very high. Customers engaging with the business via the Web and mobile devices were the highest rated for targeted digital identity engagement. Easier Registration 30% of IT and 49% of business user respondents agreed…
