In a year of what feels like never ending changes, the IAITAM took the motto of KISS in 2021. This many seem simple, however, it does come with challenges to many businesses. As an organization the IAITAM took a step back and looked at their processes, procedures, software, and overall organization.
Geek Speak
Solution to Supply Chain Constraints
This year we have seen some of the largest supply chain disruptions in modern history. Covid-19, inclement weather, labor shortage, are just the tip of the hat supply chain leaders have had to deal with this year. With many MSP’s struggling to get hardware, and high demands with businesses outfitting entire businesses to work from home we have seen a shift to preowned products.
Expand your Cyber Security Knowledge
Did you know that every Monday Andrew Morgan, Ryan Weeks, Gary Pica, and West Spencer host a cyber call (https://www.trumethods.com/lp/cybercall) to expose MSPs to industry exports through a collaborative production. Each week these experts will share their knowledge on specific domains to help elevate your cyber capabilities, grow your knowledge, and elevate your skills to help you grow your business.
Introducing Microsoft Defender for Business
With security threats on the rise (there has been a 300% increase this year in ransomware attacks), many small and medium businesses are concerned they may be next. To address this concern Microsoft has designed Microsoft Defender for business which is an new endpoint security solution that brings enterprise grade security to small and medium businesses.
Malware AbstractEMU
Cyber criminals are becoming more and more crafty every day, with the most recent tactic being to infect mobile devices. Although mobile malware is not currently as prevalent as malware attacks on traditional workstations the threat is growing. Earlier this year researchers discovered a new malware campaign named AbstractEMU which was geared at targeting mobile users through app stores.
Operational Maturity
Weather you are a big MSP, small MSP, just opened or been in business for many years your business can operate at a high maturity level. The key to operating at a high maturity is less about revenue and more about having a plan for the future, agility, scalability, and growth. With operational maturity or functioning at a higher level of efficiency
The Channel is Changing
The channel has grown and changed over the years from VARs and Resellers to Solution Providers or MSPs. With the vast shift over the years some wonder if we should even be called “the channel” anymore.