01732 759725 DISTRIBUTOR NEWS 04 New logo, new era Mobile device distributor Eurostar Global Electronics (ege) has entered a new era with the unveiling of a visual identity designed to reflect its transition from an end-of-life mobile device reseller into a technology solutions provider and its plans for services expansion and diversification in the future (for more details on the company’s history and evolution see our interview with Peter Carnall from 2022 https://technologyreseller. uk/room-to-grow/). www.eurostarglobal.co.uk … TD SYNNEX to distribute Ootbi Object First has appointed TD SYNNEX to distribute its Ootbi ransomware-proof backup storage appliance in the UK and Ireland. Purpose-built for Veeam, Ootbi, an acronym of Out-of-the-Box-Immutability, gives 900-plus Veeam partners on TD SYNNEX’s books a simple, secure data protection solution for Veeam backups, plus technical/sales support provided by the distributor’s Veeam experts. In April 2024, TD SYNNEX was named Veeam Distributor of the Year for the UK and Ireland for the fourth consecutive year. As the only UK distributor to hold Veeam Accredited Service Provider (VASP) status, it is able to offer fully approved professional services on the vendor’s solutions. https://uk.tdsynnex.com/ … Sophos solutions now available on Pax8 marketplace Sophos is helping MSPs streamline operations, simplify billing and reduce the complexity of cybersecurity management through a strategic partnership with cloud commerce marketplace Pax8. The collaboration will give Pax8’s network of 40,000 MSPs access to the security company’s comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity solutions, including Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Sophos Endpoint powered by Intercept X and Sophos Firewall. The Sophos MSP Perspectives 2024 report states that MSPs that consolidate their security stack with a single vendor can cut daily security management time by nearly 50%. This rises to 69% for MSPs juggling six or more security vendors. Sophos Chief Product Officer Raja Patel said: “By managing all their customers’ cybersecurity in the cloud-based Sophos Central platform, MSPs can reduce workload and free up valuable billing hours. What’s more, with a complete portfolio of Sophos cybersecurity solutions at their fingertips, Pax8 MSPs enjoy extensive opportunities to sell additional revenue-generating products and services.” Sophos already protects over 28,000 organisations globally with its MDR services, supported by real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops. More than 60% are managed by MSPs. www.sophos.com/msp. … Actian stations Arrow Electronics is helping channel partners in the UK & Ireland deliver advanced data intelligence solutions through a partnership with Actian, the data and analytics division of HCLSoftware. Actian data management and intelligence solutions enhance advanced analytics and AI initiatives by enabling businesses to integrate, discover, analyse, govern and manage data across cloud, mobility, IoT and edge computing. Jennifer Jackson, Chief Marketing Officer at Actian, said: “Today’s data environments are more complex than ever, and organisations need the right tools and expertise to unlock the full potential of their data to drive meaningful and trusted insights. By combining Actian’s continued... Northamber partners with Six Degrees AV and IT distributor Northamber has added managed cloud and cybersecurity services to its product offering through a partnership with Six Degrees, the UK-based secure, integrated cloud services provider. Services available to its network of more than 5,000 reseller partners include penetration testing; Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for endpoint protection; and Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR), which extends MDR to cloud identities, apps and more. Grant Reddin, Director of Cyber and Solutions at Northamber, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Six Degrees to the Northamber portfolio. Their expertise in secure, cloud-led managed security services perfectly complements our existing cybersecurity and solutions offering. This partnership will enable our resellers to provide their customers with market-leading, resilient and scalable IT solutions, backed by Six Degrees’ proven track record in security, compliance and digital transformation.” https://www.6dg.co.uk/ Charging growth TD SYNNEX is encouraging UK partners to look at opportunities in electric vehicle charging after adding Eaton’s EV chargers to its existing portfolio of uninterruptible power supplies, surge protectors and power management products. James Reed, TD SYNNEX Managing Director – Endpoint Solutions, UK and Ireland, said: “Many end customers looking to make EV charging available on-location are likely to turn to their trusted provider of managed services or IT systems for advice. For partners, the ability to provide and install EV chargers could be a good opportunity to add value and generate additional revenues.” James Reed
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