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Phishing Trends for MSPs to Watch-Part II

While it might seem like phishing attacks have been around forever, they’ve only recently reached high levels of efficacy. No matter which anti-phishing technologies an MSP adopts, a few types of phishing attacks can still succeed.

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8 Endpoint Security Strategies for MSP Success

As the managed services market continues to grow, it’s no longer enough to offer superior services to your clients. You must also partner with a solution provider committed to MSPs, who offers products and support that enable next-generation MSPs to maximize cost efficiency, profitability, and client retention.

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6 Easy-to-Follow Tips for MSPs to Stop Ransomware

Today’s MSP are constantly challenged by the growing variety of ransomware malware that plagues the current IT landscape. While this proliferation of threats may seem daunting and virtually impossible to combat, there are five simple steps that MSPs can take to significantly reduce their clients’ risk of becoming ransomware victims.

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How a Reseller Grew More Profitable by Selling Managed Services

These days, the benefits of making the transition to the MSP business model are established. But, for many, it can still mean venturing into uncharted waters. Founded in 1985 and expanded a decade later, managed services and IT solution provider SLPowers helped lead the MSP vanguard, becoming an early business that shifted away from value-added reselling into a hybrid model.

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Why Ransomware is Different … and How to Defend Against It

For the most part, computer security is focused on preventing criminals from stealing information that can then be sold for profit to a third party. But, as the following excerpts from a recent conversation between Penton Technology Market Analyst Ryan Morris and Webroot Chief Technical Officer Hal Lonas explain, the core objective of ransomware is even more nefarious and potentially damaging.

MSP Best Practices to Protect Clients from Ransomware

Ransomware attacks can have a devastating effect on your clients, so it’s vital that you understand this threat, explain it to customers, and introduce them to the technologies and policies that can stop it. To help, we’ve listed the key best practices MSPs should follow to protect clients against ransomware.

What MSPs Should Know about Crypto Ransomware

With crypto ransomware dominating recent headlines, many MSP clients are understandably concerned that ransomware attacks might disrupt their business operations and potentially cost them thousands of dollars. MSPs can help protect customers against ransomware by educating themselves on the threat and implementing the optimal technologies and policies to fight it.

Best Security Practices for Growing MSPs, Part 3

In this third and final installment of our series on best security practices for growing MSPs, we’ll discuss the importance of selecting the right partners.

Best Security Practices for Growing MSPs, Part 2

It’s obvious that winning new customers is critical for an MSP’s growth, but savvy MSPs will tell you that client retention is the more significant factor when determining an MSP’s long-term expansion and profitability.

Best Security Practices for Growing MSPs, Part I

It’s no secret that the managed services market is expanding at an astounding rate, and it’s doing so for good reason—in-house IT departments, especially at SMBs, simply can’t keep up with today’s rapidly-changing technology landscape. This growth surge can translate into substantial revenue opportunities for MSPs like you, but it can also quickly reveal vulnerabilities and areas of weakness in your company that may have been overlooked or deemed unimportant.

Buzzword Bingo: Choosing the Right ‘Cloud’ Cybersecurity Solution

These days, everyone is talking about the cloud. Every technology company has catchy advertising taglines about cloud architecture, and it’s not an unreasonable strategy. The benefits of cloud technology are nearly limitless. From reduced costs to increased customer satisfaction, cloud services can work miracles. Particularly with cybersecurity software–which is known for classic headaches with overhead, management, and resource usage–cloud technology can be a game changer.

Answering Security Concerns of Prospects is Key

A key requirement for any MSP that seeks to acquire and keep new clients is the ability to show prospects how its security solution will address their individual concerns and requirements.

Why Cloud-Based Secure Web Gateways Are Becoming So Darn Popular

The modern online landscape offers great advantages to modern organizations, but also brings significant risks. To ensure the success of a business, admins need to implement the right mix of security checks and balances on Internet use. Therein lies the challenge: How can MSPs help their clients achieve the necessary protection without impeding the everyday usage needs of their end users?

Considering Moving to Managed Services? Then This Is for You

It’s no surprise that an increasing number of resellers are considering a move to the managed service provider business model. The reasons to become an MSP are compelling: a predictable, recurring revenue stream; deeper engagement with clients; and a trusted adviser relationship that, in turn, generates more business opportunities. The standardization of MSP solutions across all clients also simplifies purchase, deployment and support.