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Auvik

Live Auvik Demo

Fast-track your evaluation of Auvik’s network monitoring and management software at our next live group demo. 30 mins or less | Hosted by Technology Advocate Steve Petryschuk | Listen in on Q&As from your IT peers.

Ryan LaFlammeMay 19, 2023
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Auvik

Webinar: Are you really keeping your SaaS ecosystem safe?

Are you confident you're doing everything you can to protect your clients? With the increasing reliance on SaaS applications in today's…

Kazh AmeenMay 1, 2023
NVDR Report
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Trends, forecasts & research

Beyond 6: What’s Next for Wi-Fi?

Somewhere lost in the noise of ‘faster’ and ‘better’ marketing messaging around Wi-Fi in the last few years,…

Trent CutlerApr 18, 2023
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Network management

The 2023 Network IT Management Report Part 4: Solutions for End-Users

This is the fourth in a four-part series focusing on the findings from our 2023 annual Field Report for IT Management. We surveyed 4500…

Rebecca GrassingMar 28, 2023
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Network management

The 2023 Network IT Management Report Part 3: Extending Your Reach

This is the third in a four-part series focusing on the findings from our 2023 annual Field Report for IT Management. We surveyed 4500 IT…

Rebecca GrassingFeb 28, 2023
Command Center (N-Able)
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Trends, forecasts & research

The 2023 Network IT Management Report Part 2: Confidence and Automation

This is the second in a four-part series focusing on the findings from our 2023 annual Field Report for IT Management. We surveyed 4500…

Rebecca GrassingFeb 7, 2023
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Trends, forecasts & research

The 2023 Network IT Management Report Part 1: Network Management Needs

In part one, we’ll detail the overarching needs network professions across all industries have in common.

Rebecca GrassingJan 31, 2023
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Auvik

Live Webinar Registration

Fast-track your evaluation of Auvik’s network monitoring and management software at our next live group demo. 30 mins or less | Hosted…

Teresa WilliamsJan 3, 2023
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Tech industry

5 Networking Trends IT Admins Need to Know for 2023

A new year can only mean one thing: it’s time to break out the lingo bingo cards and take a look at networking trends in the year to…

Ryan LaFlammeDec 27, 2022
Secure IT Ops
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Auvik

The 2022 Auvik Holiday Gift Guide for IT Pros!

It's that time of year. We’ve scoured the internet, and plumbed the depths of our company Slack channels, to bring you a round-up of…

Ryan LaFlammeNov 29, 2022
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Cybersecurity

Cybercrime Trends and the Economy

It’s no secret that there is a lot of money involved in cybercrime. With McAfee estimating the annual global cost of cybercrime at just…

Destiny BertucciNov 24, 2022
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Auvik

Time to Log Out of Auvik

How It Started Alex Hoff, David Yach, and I share a running joke about the origin of Auvik. While we all agree on HOW it happened — a…

Marc MorinNov 1, 2022
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Tech industry

IT Asset Lifecycle Management: Why Is It Important?

IT assets are a crucial part of any organization, and IT asset lifecycle management of performance and efficacy throughout helps ensure…

Ryan LaFlammeOct 20, 2022
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Network monitoring

The Future of the Network is End User Experience. Are you Ready?

Don’t get me wrong—the world still absolutely needs all of the physical network devices, cabling, access points, etc. that connect us…

Steve PetryschukOct 18, 2022
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Tech industry

8 Secret Struggles Today’s MSPs Are Dealing With

While MSPs are willing to share industry trends they’re taking advantage of, they’re not always willing to talk about the ones…

Annette HynesSep 22, 2022
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Events

15 Business-Boosting Conferences for MSPs in 2022 & 2023

Attending conferences is a small investment that can yield huge results for your MSP. Which events should you attend in 2020? We’ve…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 29, 2022
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Network management

What Does SASE Mean (for VPN)?

The basic idea is great: all your security and network services are on one platform. The problem comes when you get into the specifics.…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 23, 2022
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Tech industry

IT Asset Disposition: An MSP Opportunity That’s Anything But Trash

Managing old gear is the bane of many an MSP’s existence. But why not turn that problem into a revenue stream by offering end-of-life…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 19, 2022
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Cloud

Sustainable Technology: Can Clouds Save The Planet?

Sustainable technology has become a hot topic in the tech world over the past few years. From the escalating environmental impact of heat…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 16, 2022
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Tech industry

The Big -aaS List of As-a-Service Offerings

If your head is spinning with all those cloud acronyms, don’t worry—you’re not the only one. To help, we’ve pulled together a…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 16, 2022
Vendor Diversity Report 2020
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Managing an MSP

The 5 Levels of MSP Operational Maturity

In this interview with Paul Dippell of Service Leadership Inc., we walk through the levels of operational maturity for MSPs, how those…

Ryan LaFlammeMay 30, 2022
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Trends, forecasts & research

Are We In a New Age of MSPs?

As automation, cloud, data, and integration continue to affect every industry, the value and capabilities of MSPs are shifting as well.…

Sarah Cunningham-ScharfMay 29, 2022
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Tech industry

Data Sovereignty: Everything You Need to Know

“What’s data sovereignty? Is it the same thing as data privacy? What about data sovereignty vs data residency?” These are questions…

Destiny BertucciApr 5, 2022
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Network protocols

What’s next for the Internet of Things?

IoT devices seem to be ubiquitous, but the truth is we’re not nearly there yet. In fact, IoT Analytics continues to predict steady…

Ryan LaFlammeMar 29, 2022
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Education

Trends in Education Networking

The EdTech space is evolving at a rapid pace. In addition to a drastic increase in remote learning, a wide range of new technologies and…

Rebecca GrassingMar 1, 2022
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Trends, forecasts & research

3 MSP Trends on the Rise in 2022

For smaller independent MSPs to survive, it’s time to take advantage of scale. Employing a network monitoring and management system…

Ryan LaFlammeFeb 1, 2022
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Trends, forecasts & research

10 Best Network Monitoring Tools, Compared

There are plenty of options for network monitoring tools today, and that can make it hard to pick the right one for you. Here, we’ll…

Destiny BertucciJan 21, 2022
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Tech industry

Free Remote Work Software for Teams During COVID-19

By now you’ve likely been flooded with dozens of requests to set up employees up to work remotely. While it sounds like a simple…

Annette HynesJan 15, 2022
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Cybersecurity

To Protect and Secure: Selling Cybersecurity as a Service (Webinar)

A new year brings new threats, new exploits—and new MSP opportunities in cybersecurity. Understanding global technology trends and…

Ryan LaFlammeJan 13, 2022
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Tech industry

How to Build a More Effective Service Desk (Webinar)

Patrick Albert, AVP of product management at Auvik, hosts business coach Rex Frank, CEO of Sea-Level Operations, to show you how to…

Jamie AndersonJan 13, 2022
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Trends, forecasts & research

Network Automation: What It Is, Where It’s Heading, and How to Start Planning

Auvik’s Director of Product Strategy Steve Petryshuck digs into the state of network automation planning: where we’re at, where we…

Rebecca GrassingJan 6, 2022
Triple-A Webinar
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Auvik

The 2021 Auvik Holiday Gift Guide for IT Pros!

It's that time of year. We’ve scoured the internet, and plumbed the depths of our company Slack channels, to bring you a round-up of…

Ryan LaFlammeNov 23, 2021
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Tech industry

The Little Cable That Could: The Surprising History of the Serial Cable

The lowly serial cable. It’s been around forever, and despite what you might think, it might be around a for a long time to come. But…

Lawrence PopaNov 2, 2021
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Tech industry

Top 5 Tips to Help Relieve IT Pro Job Stress

Whether you’re feeling stressed out right now, or you’re just looking to start healthy habits before the stress sets in, do your…

Rebecca GrassingSep 28, 2021
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Tech industry

What’s in a Name? “Network Specialist” vs. “Network Engineer”

Network engineers design networks, while network specialists or technicians maintain these networks. Learn more about these IT roles &…

Ryan LaFlammeAug 31, 2021
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Tech industry

Careers at a Crossroad: Staying Technical vs. Heading into Management

Trying to decide between staying in a technical IT role, or moving into a management position? There might be value in either path. Let's…

Steve PetryschukMay 18, 2021
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Trends, forecasts & research

The Top Networking Certifications Guide for 2021

There’s no denying that networking certifications can help you land the right job, or accelerate your career path. There’s a lot of…

Lawrence PopaMay 5, 2021
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Tech industry

The Future of IT Events: Conferences in a Post-Pandemic World

Is this the new future for conferences? Will conferences ever go back to normal? Is normal even a fair question? Given another year of…

Rebecca GrassingMar 30, 2021
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Trends, forecasts & research

Machine Learning & AI Need to Be Part of Your Tech Strategy in 2021 – FIT 081

Now’s the time to add artificial intelligence & machine learning to your organization. The benefits are huge but the costs don’t have…

Ryan LaFlammeFeb 18, 2021
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Trends, forecasts & research

Networks at Risk Due to Widespread Gaps in Basic Network Management Activities: Report

The Network Field Report 2021, a new study from Auvik Networks, reveals how in-house IT administrators manage their networks.

Ryan LaFlammeJan 19, 2021
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Tech industry

The Cybersecurity Skills Shortage? It Doesn’t Exist – FIT 078

We don't lack qualified cybersecurity & IT pros, says Spirion CIO Gabe Gumbs. The real problem is technology.

Ryan LaFlammeJan 7, 2021
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Trends, forecasts & research

How COVID-19 Changed Our Internet Habits

COVID-19 has us all spending more time in front of screens & has changed the way we use networks and the internet. Here's what it means…

Steve PetryschukDec 15, 2020
Recession Response
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Trends, forecasts & research

SD-WAN in the Age of WFH – FIT 075

With more people working from home permanently, will we see SD-WAN become a viable solution for private residences? Experts say we’re…

Ryan LaFlammeNov 26, 2020
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Auvik

3 Key Trends From the 2020 Network Vendor Diversity Report

In the 2020 Network Vendor Diversity report, we analyzed a sample of 30,000 networks, compared the data to previous years & identified 3…

Annette HynesNov 17, 2020
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Tech industry

7 Creative Ways IT Teams Are Helping Companies With the COVID-19 Crisis

During COVID-19, IT teams are stepping up to help users adapt to how we live and work. Here are some stories to make you proud to be in IT.

Lindsay Windover-KroesApr 14, 2020
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Tech industry

How IT Pros Will Help the World Come Out Stronger After COVID-19

With the upheaval of COVID-19, we depend on networks, and the IT pros who keep them running, more than ever. Here's how they're making an…

Lindsay Windover-KroesApr 7, 2020
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Managing an MSP

11 MSP Ideas to Start 2020 in High Gear – FMSP 057

All the greatest bits and bites from 2019, rounded up on one delicious episode. Start here for ideas and inspiration to make positive…

Ryan LaFlammeJan 9, 2020
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Tech industry

The New TSP-ISAO and Why It Matters – FMSP 056

MJ Shoer, executive director of the new TSP-ISAO, tells us what the ISAO is, who’s behind it, how it works, and why you as an MSP…

Ryan LaFlammeDec 12, 2019
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Events

Candy, Keynotes, and Costumes: IT Nation Connect 2019 Photo Recap

Last week, nine members of the Auvik team flew to Orlando, Florida to take part in the 15th annual IT Nation Connect event. Here are some…

Annette HynesNov 5, 2019
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Cybersecurity

Continuum Navigate East 2019: 4 Cybersecurity Takeaways

With recent MSP-targeted ransomware attacks fresh in the minds of all attendees, cybersecurity took Continuum Navigate East 2019 by…

Annette HynesOct 8, 2019
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Cybersecurity

Fight Back: What You Can Do About MSP-Targeted Ransomware – FMSP 051

Wes Spencer of Perch Security reviews the practical steps you can take to protect yourselves, your clients, and the managed services…

Ryan LaFlammeOct 3, 2019
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Auvik

4 Key Takeaways From the 2019 Managing Network Vendor Diversity Report

The managed services industry has experienced a lot of change: tech trends are evolving, new products are being released, and client…

Annette HynesOct 1, 2019
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Trends, forecasts & research

What Current Network Hardware Trends Mean for MSPs – Webinar (On Demand)

There are hundreds of network hardware vendors competing for market share on today’s managed networks. The 2019 Managing Network Vendor…

Sarah Cunningham-ScharfSep 30, 2019
Traffic Insights
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Tech industry

Small Island, Big Tech: Why Jamaica Is So Hot Right Now – FMSP 048

Chris Reckord, CEO of the only pure-play MSP in Jamaica, talks about what’s happening in tech on the island, a few of the successes and…

Ryan LaFlammeJul 25, 2019
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MSP efficiency

Growing Your MSP’s Profitability With a Hidden Gem – FMSP 042

Todd McQuilkin of Air IT shares how the Service Desk Institute has helped his MSP grow its efficiency and profitability. Aaron Marks of…

Ryan LaFlammeMay 2, 2019
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Managing an MSP

Survey Says! Managed Security Isn’t Optional – FMSP 041

Lynn Souza of Kyber Security shares why she chose to leave behind 30 years of branding to shift from MSP to MSSP, the pains and…

Ryan LaFlammeApr 18, 2019
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Tech industry

Digital Transformation Is Top IT Priority in 2019, TechTarget Reports

Nearly 70% of businesses have digital transformation as their top IT priority in 2019, according to the 2019 TechTarget IT Priorities…

Sarah Cunningham-ScharfMar 12, 2019
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Tech industry

How to Make the Most of Attending MSP Conferences

Attending MSP conferences is a great way for you to grow. Going to conferences also gives you time away from your business that you can…

Richard TubbMar 5, 2019
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Managing an MSP

10 Tips From Past Podcasts to Start the New Year Right – FMSP 034

Use these Frankly MSP highlights as a quick-start guide to making positive changes in your MSP business in 2019. We’ve pulled together…

Ryan LaFlammeJan 10, 2019
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Managing an MSP

MSP Opportunities and Challenges in IoT – FMSP 033

How do you build an IoT service? Luis Alvarez of Alvarez Technology Group shares how his MSP did it, including tips for getting started…

Ryan LaFlammeDec 13, 2018
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Managing an MSP

MSP Hyperspecialization: Building Your Niche Offering

So you get the business benefits of hyperspecializing your MSP to serve a particular business niche, and you understand the five criteria…

Sarah Cunningham-ScharfNov 6, 2018
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Tech industry

MSP Hyperspecialization: A High Margin Opportunity

Jay McBain, an IT channel analyst at Forrester, says the MSP industry won’t die any time soon, but the opportunity to generate revenue…

Sarah Cunningham-ScharfOct 16, 2018
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Tech industry

Managing Hardware Vendor Diversity in an MSP – FMSP 027

A new industry report reveals the scope of vendor diversity in an MSP and the challenges you face trying to manage it all. Richard Tubb…

Ryan LaFlammeSep 20, 2018
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Tech industry

Managing Network Vendor Diversity: The MSP Challenge

As an MSP that may manage anywhere from a handful of client networks to more than 100, you face a big challenge: high diversity in the…

Alex HoffAug 28, 2018