Tag: IT Channel
Managed IT and AI services provider First Focus has acquired Resolve Technology, a Wellington-based managed IT services provider, extending the trans-Tasman group’s New Zealand operations into the capital. The …
Samsung Electronics Australia has expanded its Mobile eXperience (MX) channel distribution, making its rugged mobile and tablet range available through distributor World’s Best Technology (WBT). The move makes WBT …
As artificial intelligence workloads shift from pilot projects to full-scale enterprise deployment, the pressure on Australia’s digital infrastructure is mounting. Power density is climbing, cooling demands are intensifying and …
Kinetic IT has established a new AI Engineering and Platforms division and appointed Marcio Sete as Head of AI Engineering and Platforms, as the managed services provider moves to …
Australian distributor Leader has signed a distribution agreement with usecure, a provider of human risk management and security awareness solutions designed for managed service providers and resellers. The partnership …
Affinity MSP has been named the highest-ranked Australian managed services provider on the 2026 Channel Futures MSP 501 Index, securing the number 69 position globally. The annual index is …
Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has signed a distribution agreement with Australian telecommunications provider LIVA Telecom to integrate its cybersecurity products into eligible residential and business connectivity plans across Australia. …
PagerDuty has appointed Ingram Micro as its first and only authorised distributor in Australia, marking an expansion of the company’s regional channel strategy. The agreement will see PagerDuty leverage …
Cloud marketplace Pax8 has introduced a suite of new programs and services aimed at helping managed service providers build recurring revenue around AI, while also upgrading its core marketplace …
Australian government agencies and critical infrastructure organisations are struggling to deliver on transformation ambitions while maintaining operational control, with new research highlighting a growing disconnect between what leaders want …
Perth-headquartered Kinetic IT has appointed Kishore Jayaram to the newly created role of Chief Transformation Officer as the company looks to expand beyond its managed services roots and into …
Managed service providers are facing a market defined by tighter deal sizes, cautious buyers and rising delivery costs, with AI moving from a client-facing pitch to an operational lever …
Cybersecurity vendor WatchGuard Technologies has released a new Endpoint Security Portfolio designed to challenge traditional endpoint detection and response (EDR) licensing models, bundling features that competitors typically sell as …
Electronic components distributor Mouser Electronics has launched the first 2026 instalment of its Empowering Innovation Together (EIT) technology series, titled Engineering AI for Daily Life. The programme explores how …
Lenovo has unveiled a series of updates to its global channel framework, Lenovo 360, introducing simplified partner tiers, a structured services growth pathway and a new technical community aimed …
Barracuda Networks has announced a broad update to its BarracudaONE cybersecurity platform and global partner program, introducing new capabilities across email security, network access and generative AI oversight. The …
Making the transition to IT Service Management (ITSM) is not just a technical upgrade – it is a capital allocation decision that directly affects operational efficiency, labor costs, and …
Perth-based technology services provider Kinetic IT has been recognised in the Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards for the fifth year running, placing it among a select group of private …
D-Link has struck a distribution deal with Dicker Data’s DAS division, extending its networking portfolio into the physical security and electrical installer market across Australia. The partnership gives D-Link …
Prism Sound has appointed Amber Technology as its official distribution partner for Australia and New Zealand, expanding its reach across the region’s professional audio, broadcast and education markets. The …
HP has recognised the partners shaping hybrid work, Ai-ready solutions and sustainability across the local market, announcing the winners of its 2025 Partner Awards in Sydney. The vendor gathered …
AMD has announced changes to its global channel strategy, unveiling the restructured AMD Partner Network (APN). The new program consolidates sales training, marketing resources and incentive structures into a …
The IT industry is under immense pressure. On one front, managed service providers (MSPs) are grappling with a surge in cyberattacks — ransomware in particular — threatening to cripple …
Australia’s IT Channel publication landscape is in the process of expanding with US-based, The Channel Company taking back the CRN license (that NextMedia had been using) and launching into …
Sophos Expands Reach Through Pax8 Marketplace Sophos has partnered with Pax8 to streamline cybersecurity management for managed service providers (MSPs). The agreement makes Sophos’ security solutions available to Pax8’s …
Industry veteran to lead push into Ai-powered solutions Wild Tech has appointed Dan Whittle as General Manager, Managed Services, as the company expands its technology solutions offering. The move …
Ingram Micro has entered into a multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS), aiming to expand cloud solutions and service delivery capabilities for its channel partners. …
Bastion Security Group has signed an agreement to acquire Cythera Cyber Security, a Melbourne-based managed services provider specialising in cybersecurity. The move marks Bastion’s expansion into the Australian market, …
HP Australia has celebrated its top-performing partners and individuals during its annual HP Partner Awards ceremony held at The Star in Sydney. The event brought together more than 300 …
Qsic, a provider of Ai-powered in-store audio retail media platforms, has appointed Brad Montgomery as its new APAC sales lead. Montgomery, an industry professional with over 15 years in …
Lenovo has introduced five new tailored partner journeys within its Lenovo 360 Global Partner Framework, aiming to provide more flexible and scalable opportunities for partners focused on managed services, …
Microsoft solutions provider Rapid Circle has appointed Brian Williams and Frederique Dennison to its Australian leadership team as the company looks to continue its strong growth trajectory. The company …
Tecala, a technology service provider, has strengthened its partnership with Netskope by joining the Netskope Managed Services Provider (MSP) Program. This partnership enables Tecala to offer a fully managed …
Acronis, a global provider of cybersecurity and data protection solutions, has unveiled a new #TeamUp partnership with Sydney FC, Australia’s most successful professional football club. This three-year agreement, supported …
Avec has announced the appointment of Peter Kirlew as General Manager, Sales NSW, effective immediately. Kirlew brings over 15 years of experience in the technology, consulting, and recruitment industries, …
The recent attacks on Pizza Hut in Australia are just the latest in an increasingly long line of high-profile cyber breaches in the ANZ region. In today’s digital age, …
Veeam has joined forces with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help their joint partners offer customers a faster and safer pathway to the cloud. Through a new Channel Activation …
Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, has expanded its next-generation firewall portfolio with two new high-end, enterprise-grade XGS Series appliances. The new XGS …
VAST Data, a data platform company, has announced that it will support the new Veeam Data Platform to enhance its partnership with Veeam and to help enterprise organizations eliminate …
Hitachi Vantara has received an Overall Positive rating in the Gartner Vendor Rating report for the second consecutive year. The 2023 report once again assesses technology providers offerings and …
Thinxtra, a Massive Internet of Things (M-IoT) company, has launched its inaugural partner program to capitalise on the rapidly growing IoT market in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and …
Ivanti has launched a new Partner Portal. It’s a, “Personalised, role-based experience that provides automation of the partner life cycle and streamlines business processes.” It has also launched a …
