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Ian Groves secures second GTIA council term for UK
Digital Transformation

Ian Groves secures second GTIA council term for UK

Start Tech leader Ian Groves wins second three-year term on GTIA's UK and Ireland Executive Council, strengthening his role in the IT channel.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Extreme unveils unified global AI-powered partner plan
Digital Transformation

Extreme unveils unified global AI-powered partner plan

Extreme launches Partner First, a unified global programme promising simpler rebates, faster deal approvals and AI tools for resellers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
Fastly launches partner certification to combat rising cyber threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fastly launches partner certification to combat rising cyber threats

Fastly launches a new certification programme for partners to tackle rising cyber threats, enhancing security expertise and service delivery worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Aryaka revamps partner programme to boost global channel growth
Firewalls

Aryaka revamps partner programme to boost global channel growth

Aryaka has launched a revamped partner programme to accelerate global channel growth, boosting support and incentives for distributors and resellers worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Appian appoints Scott Van Valkenburgh to lead global alliances
Digital Transformation

Appian appoints Scott Van Valkenburgh to lead global alliances

Appian has appointed Scott Van Valkenburgh as Senior VP to lead global partnerships, aiming to expand its AI-powered automation platform adoption worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
AMD appoints Sunny Gandhi to lead APJ commercial channel growth
Unified Communications

AMD appoints Sunny Gandhi to lead APJ commercial channel growth

AMD has appointed Sunny Gandhi as Senior Director to lead commercial channel growth and operations across Asia Pacific and Japan.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
Ardoq's partner ecosystem now drives over half of company revenue
Partner Programmes

Ardoq's partner ecosystem now drives over half of company revenue

Ardoq's global partner ecosystem now generates over 50% of its revenue, expanding with 140+ partners including Deloitte, EY and Slalom.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Trend Micro invests in Pacific as regional cybersecurity surges
Endpoint Protection

Trend Micro invests in Pacific as regional cybersecurity surges

Trend Micro boosts its Pacific Islands investment after 150% growth, aiming to triple revenue by 2027 amid rising regional cybersecurity demands.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
FireMon unveils 2024 Ignite Partner Award winners worldwide
Firewalls

FireMon unveils 2024 Ignite Partner Award winners worldwide

FireMon has revealed winners of its 2024 Ignite Partner Awards, honouring global leaders in cybersecurity policy management across hybrid enterprise environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Swimlane secures USD $45m funding to drive AI automation growth
Artificial Intelligence

Swimlane secures USD $45m funding to drive AI automation growth

Swimlane secures USD $45m to boost AI automation, aiming for profitability in Q3 2025 with rapid growth and advanced agentic AI security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Myriad360 maintains spot on 2025 CRN Solution Provider 500
Firewalls

Myriad360 maintains spot on 2025 CRN Solution Provider 500

Myriad360 is named to the 2025 CRN Solution Provider 500 for the 13th year, marking its place among North America's top IT solutions providers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

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DNX Solutions names Rebecca Sebastian national sales lead
Digital Transformation

DNX Solutions names Rebecca Sebastian national sales lead

DNX Solutions appoints former KPMG and Microsoft executive Rebecca Sebastian as national sales lead to drive its Australian enterprise growth.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
Ingram Micro flags key pressures on Australian MSPs
Digital Transformation

Ingram Micro flags key pressures on Australian MSPs

Ingram Micro warns Australian MSPs face rising complexity, skills gaps and cyber risk, but says clear value propositions are driving growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Appian's Marc Wilson warns of AI pilot pitfalls
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Appian's Marc Wilson warns of AI pilot pitfalls

Appian highlights Australia's lead in enterprise AI adoption through practical, process-focused 'boring AI' delivering real value and efficiency gains.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
AI & specialisation fuel high-performer growth in software channel
Digital Transformation

AI & specialisation fuel high-performer growth in software channel

AI adoption and focused specialisation drive high-performing software channel partners, delivering over 20% revenue growth and stronger customer advocacy worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
DE-CIX welcomes GRASS-MERKUR & IP-Max as premium partners
Unified Communications

DE-CIX welcomes GRASS-MERKUR & IP-Max as premium partners

DE-CIX welcomes GRASS-MERKUR and IP-Max as premium partners, enhancing global interconnection services with exclusive benefits for two years.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Myriad360 leaders honoured on 2025 Women of the Channel list
Customer Experience

Myriad360 leaders honoured on 2025 Women of the Channel list

Tanya Steele and Samara Halterman of Myriad360 have been named to CRN's 2025 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider list for outstanding IT leadership.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025