Resources in 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. But what era of managed services are we in?
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…
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…
3 MSP Trends on the Rise in 2022
For a lot of modern business, MSPs play a valuable role. Supporting IT environments—whether that’s through physical devices for end…
10 Best Network Monitoring Tools, Compared (2022)
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…
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…
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…
Network Automation: What It Is, Where It’s Heading, and How to Start Planning
In our recent report for O’Reilly, authored by Auvik’s Director of Product Strategy Steve Petryshuck, we dig into network automation…
Auvik’s Network Vendor Diversity 2021: Who Reigns the Network?
At the end of November 2021, Auvik released our annual Network Vendor Diversity Report, and the data we collected had some interesting…
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…
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…
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…
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.
How COVID-19 Changed Our Internet Habits in 2020
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
What’s the Deal With Digital Transformation – FMSP 021
Techaisle CEO Anurag Agrawal explains the true meaning of digital transformation and how MSPs can profit from it. Richard Tubb and Karl…
What Artificial Intelligence Means for MSPs
Artificial intelligence is a hot topic these days. If it’s starting to seem like something you can’t get away from, there’s a…
Metrics That Matter: A New Era for ITSPs – Webinar (On Demand)
Join us as we review the newest Metrics That Matter™report from Autotask and discuss what the numbers will mean for IT service…
The Biggest Operational Efficiency Leaks for MSPs – FMSP 017
CompTIA analyst Carolyn April shares findings from her newest report on who in the channel is most efficient and where most MSPs are…
How ‘Born in the Cloud’ Is Changing the MSP Business Model – FMSP 015
Channel analyst Jay McBain explains the ‘born in the cloud’ trend along with other parts of the shadow channel, and what these new…
Yes, You Can Predict the Future…Accurately – FMSP011
Futurist & NY Times bestselling author Daniel Burrus shares his framework for accurately predicting where technology and industry will go…
Is Amazon an MSP Threat or Opportunity? – FMSP 002
Larry Walsh of The 2112 Group offers insight into Amazon’s market moves and what they mean for managed service providers.
Threat or Gold Mine? What Lies Ahead for Managed Services
“This is the shift that will dominate the future of IT services,” says Arnie Bellini, CEO of ConnectWise. Are you ready?
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…
As Network Value Skyrockets, Network Managers Become Increasingly Essential
Networks have become an indispensable part of life in the 21st century. Just how much is a network worth? And how much does that make…
Network Management Megatrends for MSPs to Know About
A new report from EMA looks at network management “megatrends” for 2016. It reveals some very interesting stats for MSPs to pay…
22 Network Industry Statistics to Use and Share
Sometimes a few numbers come in handy: A well-placed stat can give a client presentation, blog post, or business plan greater power. They…
Why Good Network Management Is More Important Than Ever
Network management tops the list of plans and concerns for IT administrators in 2015, a new survey from TechTarget reveals. Here’s why.
8 Networking Trends to Watch in 2015
What networking trends will we see come to life in 2015? Think security, speed, and cloud.