CRN recently spoke with vendors who are urging their partners to elevate their managed services offerings, as well as resellers who are eager to dive deeper into the game. The demand for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) is at an all-time high, with the global market size projected to reach $970.86bn by 2032.
One UK reseller emphasized the importance of enhancing managed services to stay relevant and provide real value to customers. In response to events like Covid-19 and the IT skills gap, more organizations are turning to managed services for business automation and operational efficiencies.
Vendors like CrowdStrike are encouraging partners to invest in services to enhance profitability and customer relationships. Zyxel and Netskope have also launched MSP programs to motivate channel partners to expand their portfolio with managed services.
On the reseller front, Axians UK is experiencing growth by focusing on managed services for sustained success. SCC’s head of strategy, Christine Olmsted, shared insights on the company’s journey into managed services and its pivot towards digital transformation services.
The industry is buzzing with excitement as vendors and resellers alike are embracing the shift towards more robust managed services offerings.