All Research Sponsored By:MicroScope
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MicroScope - November-December 2024: MSPs are the future
The managed service model has swept the channel in recent years and looks like the approach for the long term – but does it need to change? Also, read about how to best prepare for an AI-driven future, as well as celebrate e92plus's 35 years as a distributor
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MicroScope - September-October 2024: Embracing the AI opportunity
In this issue, we look at how the channel is reacting to AI, share advice for those looking to harness the technology, and explore how MSPs can help customers to optimise generative AI investments
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MicroScope - July-August 2024: Is it worth taking a risk?
In this issue, we take a closer look at the channel's approach to risk, with experts weighing in on with their approach to playing it safe versus taking steps towards innovation. Also read up on why the time is now to learn about AI-capable PCuse cases, as well as why the human factor should not be underestimated when it comes to AI
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MicroScope – May-June 2024: The challenge of our time
In this issue, explore what you can do to help customers on their net-zero journeys as sustainability grows in importance in the boardroom. Also read up on the benefits of refurbished kit, and learn how Tech Channel Ambassadors are promoting careers to young people and reskillers
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MicroScope – March-April 2024: Is cloud the best option?
In this issue, find out why cloud may not always be the right course of action for businesses to take. Also discover the growing threat artificial intelligence brings to the cyber security market, as well as read predictions on what areas will grow over the course of the year
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MicroScope January-February 2024: Things are looking up for 2024
In this issue, catch up on what experts predict for the year ahead in the channel business, as well as a look back on 2023. Also, read about upcoming areas for growth and the importance of understanding cloud reselling to demystify customer needs
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MicroScope – December 2023: What does the future hold for Industry 5.0?
In this issue, we explore the future of Industry 5.0 to discover whether it's truly a tech revolution or just the next step in what has been promised since Industry 4.0. Also learn more about the risks and impacts of generative AI on data compliance and compliance, as well as seven steps you should take to engage customers while providing services
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MicroScope – October 2023: Automating repetition in storage and backup management
In this issue, we explore how the growing hype of generative artificial intelligence is set to make change in the storage and backup management world, as well as the concerns and limits of the technology. Also, read about the importance of getting MSSPs and suppliers on the same page, and how SSC is moving to meet customer needs.
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MicroScope – September 2023: Channel pushes on against the odds
In this issue, we take a look at the struggles and triumphs faced by the channel this year so far. Also read up on possible solutions to the skills shortage, including the opening up of STEM to a more diverse range of students, and the necessity for improving skills on the job.
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MicroScope – July 2023: The pressure to deliver
With technology always changing, it can feel like an impossible feat to keep up – we speak to experts about how the channel handles rapid change and the pressure this places on partners to meet customer expectations. Also read about major themes of the market and how the topic of return on investments needs to stretch beyond economics
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MicroScope – June 2023: Take a balanced approach to security
In this issue, read about how to help customers manage their security portfolios in a world of increasingly complex systems, discover how insights are providing more opportunities for partners, and learn whether being an MSP is enjoyable or not
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MicroScope – May 2023: Vendors need to listen and learn
In this month's MicroScope ezine, we look at why it is vital that vendors listen to partners and act on the feedback. We also look at what's next for HP's advancing sustainability programme, Amplify Impact. Read the issue now.
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MicroScope – April 2023: The benefits of security accreditations
In this month's MicroScope ezine, we look at how industry-recognised certifications can strengthen business defences. We also see how ChatGPT offers the channel a chance to level the playing field. Read the issue now.
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MicroScope – March 2023: Steering the storage market
In this issue, read all about how the storage world is continuing to evolve as it looks to the cloud, security and ESG compliance requirements. Also discover six steps to making your business more sustainable and read about how IBM's channel boss is set to make a difference.
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MicroScope – February 2023: Opportunities in security
In this month's issue, we explore the possibilities for the channel to make its mark with security services, and take a closer look at whether the ChatGPT revolution brings more benefits or negatives with it
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MicroScope – January 2023: Channel themes for 2023
In this month's ezine, we provide a guide to the main areas of focus for the channel in the year ahead and look at what makes a good partner incentive programme.
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MicroScope – November 2022: Elevate security to minimise risk
Security remains a major concern for customers and a continuing area of growth for the channel – so what can managed service providers do to help out? Also read about expectations for the last quarter of 2022 and how partnerships are key to digital transformation.
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MicroScope – October 2022: 40 years of MicroScope
As we celebrate MicroScope's 40 anniversary, we look back (and forward) to assess how the channel keeps changing, with experts weighing in with their opinions
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MicroScope – September 2022: The green agenda
Sustainability is now seen as a necessity for business to have on their agenda, so read about how the channel is turning green to capture customer attention. Also discover how the pandemic has changed sales forever and boosted the importance of relationships, as well as learn about how to handle currency fluctuations, rises and inflation.
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MicroScope – July 2022: The slow march to Windows 11
It's taken a while, but the latest Microsoft OS is having an impact – read all about the journey to Windows 11, as well as the uptake of co-innovation and co-creation strategies in the channel, and Broadcom's acquisition of VMware
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MicroScope – June 2022: A return to face-to-face meetings
With the world emerging from the pandemic, what role does the personal event and face-to-face meetings hold in business? Also read about the next step for the future of collaboration and communication services, and why there needs to be greater diversity across the channel
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MicroScope – May 2022: Charging at SME security challenges
With cyber threats growing, SMEs have to improve their security position, and the channel is best placed to support that aim. Read all about improving security, how sustainability is more important than ever in channel conversations, and the impact of hybrid working
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MicroScope – April 2022: Can life ever really be simple for partners?
In this issue, discover whether simplifying programmes and interactions with partners is achievable, and what barriers stand in the way for vendors looking to make life easier. Also read about why reskilling in a post-pandemic world is key to boosting industry, and learn about what to expect from the manufacturing sphere over the next year
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MicroScope – March 2022: Taking the steady approach to becoming an MSP
In this issue, take a closer look at the risks and pitfalls on the journey to becoming a manages services provider, read about expected ongoing change and consolidation in the year ahead, and discover what experts have to say on the skills and supply chain shortages
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MicroScope – February 2022: Spotting the hidden security dangers
In this security-focused issue, we take a closer look at the threats and security trends experts expect to increase and pop up over the course of 2022. Also read how proposed government regulations could spell eye-watering fines for MSPs, and how being green could be more difficult than anticipate