Channelpro Weekly Podcast

So many selections, so little time. Nibble along with Matt and Rich as they work their way through tasty news items from Axcient, ServiceTree, Harmony Business Systems, MSP360 (formerly Cloudberry Lab), and SKOUT CYBERSECURITY, followed by lip-smacking insights on opportunities in the K-12 market, the secrets of becoming a hypergrowth MSP, and the six things vendors should do differently about partner marketing. By the time you’re done you’ll be stuffed (with information and entertainment) for sure. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Video of ChannelPro Weekly #114 - The Channel Buffet Show Information: Episode #: 114 Title: The Channel Buffet Duration: 1:05:50 File size: 30.6MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor   Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  Axcient Unveils

Anyone can do continuous improvement. It takes Matt and Rich, with some help from a lot of misbehaving podcast technology, to perfect continuous degradation. Listen in as your hosts manage to conduct a reasonably intelligent conversation about news from CompTIA’s ChannelCon event featuring The ASCII Group, Pax8, Axcient, and Buffalo Americas, plus a look at some interesting winners of this year’s ChannelPro Readers’ Choice Awards. Then place your bets on when the next technical difficulty occurs! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 113 Title: Continuous Degradation Duration: 1:24:34 File size: 39.2MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly #113 - Continuous Degradation Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  CompTIA Hono

You know what’s big? Elephants. You know what’s small? This week’s episode. It’s a little shorter than usual, anyway, even though Matt and Rich have plenty to say about StorageCraft’s new continuity solution for small businesses, Dell’s partner-like program for non-partner MSPs, Tech Data’s new identity as a solutions aggregator, who owns who in managed services after all the recent vendor M&A activity, and what channel pros are doing differently in the wake of Intel’s recent processor shortage. Matt also shares fond memories of a recently deceased GPS device and discusses a hot new desktop chip from AMD. Just like Gertude the elephant, you’ll never forget the whole thing! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​​​ ​​​ ​​​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 112 Title: An Elephant Named Gertrude Duration: 1:29:27 File size: 41.4MB Regulars

Didn’t make it to Microsoft Inspire this year? Neither did Rich, technically speaking, but he was very nearby and met with a lot of Microsoft partners. Hear him discuss the latest from Barracuda, BitTitan, Tech Data, CloudJumper, and Pax8 with Matt.  For you hardware fans, meanwhile, we’ve got a look at some new switches from Zyxel designed for video surveillance solutions, an introduction to Matt’s safari-themed roundup of this year’s most notable devices, and Matt’s take (inspired by his latest museum pick) on the strange, regrettable failure of the HD DVD standard. It may not be in the cloud, but this episode is a factory full of fun! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​ ​ ​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 111 Title: Factories in the Cloud Duration: 1:32:46 File size: 42.9MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock -

Here comes another marathon episode of ChannelPro Weekly. Not! Pressed for time, Matt, Rich, and special guest host Dave Seibert discuss Microsoft’s widely criticized and ultimately revoked partner program changes, as well as some newly introduced updates to Teams, its chat-based collaboration tool. Good stuff to explore just before Microsoft’s annual partner conference next week. No fooling! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​ ​ ​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 110 Title: Microsoft Cuts Benefits … PSYCH! Duration: 1:00:50 File size: 28.3MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly #110 - Microsoft Cuts Benefits … PSYCH! Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  Microsoft to Partners: Benefit Cutbacks Couldn’t Be Avoided  Microsoft Revokes IUR and Competency Requirement Change

You’re in good hands with Matt and Rich this week, because they’ve got all the details for you on Bitdefender’s new MSP partner program, Breach Secure Now’s Security-as-a-Service bundle, a new outsourced security vendor called inSOC, and Deep Instinct’s new endpoint security coverage for Chrome OS devices. There’s also a tour through the ChannelPro book club’s annual summer reading list and a look at some super cool joystick controllers from years back and the present day. File a claim if you don’t believe us, people, but this is premium content and you’re the beneficiary! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 109 Title: Deep Insurance Duration: 1:51:47 File size: 51.6MB Regulars: Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly #109 - Deep Insurance

Can’t decide which variety of artisanal salt to put on your popcorn? Take a break from that puzzler and listen in as Matt and Rich discuss all the news from ConnectWise, Datto, and HPE at their recent events, six services from Ingram Micro that you’re probably not using but should be, and a brilliant home IoT solution from Brilliant. Plus, all the reasons why you shouldn’t waste your time taking pictures the next time you unexpectedly find yourself at a Snoop Dogg concert.  Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 108 Title: Less Salt, More Brilliance Duration: 1:36:50 File size: 44.4MB Regulars: Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly Episode #108 - Less Salt, More Brilliance Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  7 Answers to Burning Questions

It’s tangy, tasty, and back! ChannelPro Weekly returns from an extended hiatus with a catsup catchup episode dedicated to the biggest news stories since the last show. You’ll also hear co-hosts Matt and Rich weigh the merits of partnering with Facebook on cloud productivity software, chat about some of this year’s Vendors on the Vanguard, and explore an old Audiovox phone and a new moto one. Oh, the anticipation! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 107 Title: Catchup and Other Condiments Duration: 1:51:32 File size: 51.5MB Regulars: Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly Episode 101 Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  ConnectWise Acquired by Private Equity Investor Thoma Bravo  Kaseya Raises Half a Billion Dollars of Fresh Capital  Kase

You knew Clippy was annoying. Did you know he’s evil too? That’s one of many things you’ll learn in this episode of ChannelPro Weekly, featuring guest host Ed Correia of Sagacent Technologies. There’s also plenty of talk about Carbonite buying Webroot, Eaton updating its partner program, Continuum launching a new security assessment solution, StorageCraft introducing a new healthcare storage offering, workplace culture, and more. Plus, Matt experiences some fairly persistent microphone problems. You can guess who we blame. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 106 Title: Clippy Joins the Dark Side Duration: 1:35:52 File size: 44.3MB Regulars: Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly Episode 106 Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  Carbonite

Which do you prefer? Suites like Office 365 or sweets like SQL suckers? Which are candies. That don’t actually exist. But should. No need to choose if you listen to this episode of ChannelPro Weekly, which discusses a security incident involving ConnectWise and Kaseya, Barracuda’s new alliance with Avast Business, Microsoft’s cloud momentum, managed services software from an industry newcomer called ServiceTree, Datto’s possible security ambitions, and more. It’s all tasty and not the slightest bit fattening! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 105 Title: The SQL Sucker Duration: 1:06:29 File size: 30.8MB Regulars: Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly Episode #105 - The SQL Sucker Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  Cyberthieves Targe

You know Diehard is a movie. Did you know it’s a verb too? It is according to Matt, Rich, and guest host Dave Seibert, anyway, and they say this two-hour, break-free, insight-packed episode is a perfect example of what it means. See if you agree as you listen to the three of them chat about Dave’s visit to CES 2019, Kaseya’s new Unitrends commission plan, Lexmark’s latest SMB printers, HP’s super-sized sales incentives for displays and accessories, Datto’s freshly-shipped RMM update, and Intel’s partner roadmap for 2019. Yippee ki yay, channel pros! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 104 Title: Dieharding IT Duration: 1:49:22 File size: 50.5MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Special Guest: Dave Seibert Video of ChannelPro Weekly Episode #104 - Dieharding IT

Rich thinks it’s a big deal when he contributes his portion of ChannelPro Weekly from a hotel room somewhere. This week, special guest host Eric Long, of cloud and managed service provider TeraCloud, one-ups him by recording his part of the show from an RV. In a trailer park. With better Wi-Fi than some of you in our audience enjoy. See if you agree as Rich, Matt, and Eric chew over Kaseya’s plans for 2019, new hardware from Acer and Epson, ChannelPro’s annual tech preview story for 2019, tips for optimizing managed service bundles, and more. It’s a trash-free, insight-packed conversation! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 103 Title: Live from the Trailer Park Duration: 1:39:05 File size: 45.7MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Video of ChannelPro Weekly Ep

Your hosts were looking forward to speaking with MSP, conference impresario, and guest host Dave Seibert about his latest SMB TechFest event, not to mention the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show, which Dave attended. But thanks to a last-minute technical glitch, Dave couldn’t connect to the show. Ah well, he was with Matt and Rich in spirit as they discussed Lenovo’s CES product dump and partner program, Continuum buying BrightGuage, RapidFire Tools adding HIPAA compliance support, and more. And fear not, once that connection roadblock’s out of the way, Dave will be back on the show for sure! And remember, you can watch this episode of ChannelPro Weekly on video too. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 102 Title: Seibert in Spirit Duration: 1:21:47 File size: 37.8MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Edit

Happy New Year! And what better way to celebrate the impending arrival of 2019 than to take a stroll with Captain Serious himself (aka Rich Freeman) through a compendium of gloomy security-related predictions for the new year from leading vendors. Fortunately, Rich, Matt, and special guest host/marketing expert Herman Pool have less depressing things to talk about too, like Kaseya buying IT Glue and The ASCII Group introducing a security awareness training toolkit. There’s even a live interview with Michael Fraser of cloud automation and orchestration startup Refactr to wipe the sour taste of that bad news sandwich out of your mouth once and for all. And remember, you can watch this episode of ChannelPro Weekly on video too. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 101 Title: The Bad News Sandwich Duration:

It’s quite possible that neither Matt nor Rich has ever done anything successfully 100 times before, but somehow or other they’ve managed to record 100 episodes of this podcast without inspiring any lawsuits. Worth a celebration, wouldn’t you say? Then tune in to the recorded audio version of what from here on out will be a live video podcast as well (details here). You’ll hear your hosts discuss recent news from ConnectWise, WatchGuard, and Proofpoint, reminisce about episode 001, discuss a couple of Logitech mice, and more. Wanna see the video version of this show, recorded live in Matt’s kitchen? Just click right here! NOTE: Rich and I were recording together from the same location and inadvertently had two open microphones for some portions of the show. The audio for these sections is a echoey and occasionally difficult to listen to. We sincerely apologize for the technical error. Future episodes will not have this issue. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you

Joined by MSP Vince Tinnirello, of Anchor Network Solutions, Matt and Rich dive deep into the Datto-Autotask merger one year later, operational efficiency best practices, and marketing fundamentals. All of that’s preceded by a quick trip through some news from Zyxel, ID Agent, Lenovo, Scale Computing, and Schneider Electric, and accompanied by some shade-throwing at the folks—some might call them bottom feeders—who whine about vendors on Reddit all day. You know who you are. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 096 Title: For the Bottom Feeders Duration: 1:52:16 File size: 51.4MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Special Guest: Vince Tinnirello Topics and Related Links Mentioned: ChannelPro Exclusive: Zyxel Aims to Disrupt SD-WAN Market with Affordably-Priced

What a difference a couple of letters can make! When this week’s guest host, Marketopia CEO Terry Hedden, invites Matt to step away from the computer bench for a while and go spearfishing, he’s talking about the kind that involves spears and fish, not ransomware. Terry had plenty of observations to share on other topics too, including HPE’s latest edge computing and storage products, Sophos’s updated XG Firewall, Epson's new print-as-a-service program, and CloudJumper’s thoughts on why Microsoft’s recently introduced Windows VDI solution could be the biggest thing to hit the cloud since Office 365. You’ll also learn a bit about what Matt and Rich have in store for their 100th episode (hint: it involves video). Grab a seat—and a spear—and enjoy! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 099 Title: A Future in

In this episode, Matt and Rich chew over the news from Tech Data’s latest partner conference, two “office-in-a-box” solutions from Hewlett Packard Enterprise, a new EDR offering from Sophos, and an alliance agreement between D&H and SaaSMAX before sharing an interview segment with Cytracom CEO Zane Conkle about “voice continuity.” Swipe right if you like it! Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 095 Title: Tinder for Business Duration: 1:48:49 File size: 49.8MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Topics and Related Links Mentioned: Tech Data Extends Tech-as-a-Service Program to Data Center Products Tech Data and Cisco Partner on Pre-Assembled Small Office Solutions Tech Data Introduces Free Online Edition of Cloud Practice Builder Program Hewlett Packard Ente

Joined by consultant extraordinaire and MSP Foundry chief Ronnie Parisella, Matt and Rich dive into the news about Kaseya buying Spanning, Hewlett Packard Enterprise refreshing its secondary storage portfolio, Microsoft refreshing its hardware lineup and Windows OS, best practices for selecting RMM platforms, and more. They also introduce you to some guy named Alfred Applebaum. And no, we’ve never heard of him either. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 094 Title: Meet Alfred Applebaum Duration: 2:01:35 File size: 55.6MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Topics and Related Links Mentioned: Kaseya Acquires Cloud-to-Cloud Backup Vendor Spanning  HPE Updates its Secondary Storage and Copy Data Management Portfolio What Managed Service Providers Should Look for I

What makes an all-star shine? Think about that a little while Matt and Rich chew over ConnectWise’s big security push, Kaseya’s bold move to hand its partners “done deals,” new software from SolarWinds, and more. Then listen in as your hosts explain exactly what makes an all-star an All-Star, as in a winner of the ChannelPro 2018 All-Star awards. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly!    Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 098 Title: What's in an All-Star? Duration: 1:38:37 File size: 45.1MB Regulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology Editor Topics and Related Links Mentioned: ConnectWise Outlines Massive Managed Security Enablement Campaign ConnectWise Has Peer Groups for M&A Participants and VARs Coming Soon Kaseya Delivers BDR Clients to MSP Partners SolarWinds Launches Access Rights Management Solution 2018 A