MSOs Buy Managed Network Service Providers
Fizor pointed to Comcast’s acquisition of Masergy and Cox’s acquisition of Rapidscale as examples of cablecos getting deeper into services through M&A.
“The cablecos have struggled to expand their portfolios into emerging technologies and managed services, which has led to acquisitions – a ‘can’t beat’em, buy’em’ mentality. In 2022, connectivity costs will continue to shrink, forcing vendors to expand further into the MSP space. Vendors will have to find ways to break the mindsets of channel partners and build a new reputation as vendors who can be serious challengers in the MSP/MSSP space,” Fizor said.
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