CRN has been hearing from vendors who are urging their partners to step up their game in managed services, as well as from resellers who are eager to dive deeper into this space.
The global managed services market is on the rise, with projections showing it could reach $970.86bn by 2032. This growth is driven by factors such as Covid-19, inflation, and the IT skills gap, pushing organizations to rely more on managed services for efficiency and automation.
Vendors like CrowdStrike are encouraging their partners to invest in services to enhance their offerings and profitability. Similarly, networking vendor Zyxel has launched an updated MSP partner program to support partners transitioning into managed services providers.
Netskope has also introduced a managed services provider program to motivate channel partners to expand their portfolios and meet the growing demand for managed services. On the other hand, resellers like Axians UK are seeing the value of managed services for sustained growth and differentiation.
SCC’s head of strategy and corporate development, Christine Olmsted, shared insights on the company’s journey into managed services and the importance of staying ahead in the digital transformation services space.
Overall, the message is clear – vendors and resellers alike are recognizing the importance of raising the bar in managed services to meet the evolving needs of customers and stay competitive in the market.