We’re excited to announce that image-based backup is now available in our free backup software! Continue reading
How to Restore a Hyper-V Machine with MSP360 Managed Backup
MSP360 Managed Backup 6.3.3 VM Edition brings three new restore options for your Hyper-V virtual machine backups. They are: Continue reading
MSP360 Managed Backup 6.3.3 Introduces New Hyper-V Backup Features
With the new MSP360 Managed Backup 6.3.3 version, we've brought new and enhanced restore functionality for Hyper-V virtual machines. In this article, we will review these features and discuss the new approach that we've developed.
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Best Ways to Respond to Cyberattacks on Your Business
If you run a small business (or even a large one), you probably spend a significant amount of time thinking about how to protect yourself from cyberattacks.
This is, of course, time well spent. You definitely need to understand ransomware attack scenarios, how phishing attacks work, and how to prevent social engineering attacks. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 28 Sep – 02 Oct
What's New This Week in the News for MSPs? AWS Outposts now includes Amazon S3 storage; Google Cloud set to expand in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; French shipping conglomerate CMA CGM S.A. hit by Ragnar Locker ransomware; United Health Services hit by ransomware taking them offline; Exorcist 2.0 ransomware pushed by fake software sites; Arthur J. Gallagher insurance group hit by ransomware; and new technique used in phishing campaign targeting corporate Microsoft Office 365 accounts. Continue reading
How to Define the Bundle and Not Overengineer Things
Your managed IT bundle is the cornerstone of your business. The bundle comprises software and hardware solutions, services, prices and other conditions of your services. The core of your bundle and the pricing will be the same for most customers. But the devil will still be in the details, since each of your prospects, even if they come from the same vertical, is unique. So, your price and services offer will also be unique. Continue reading
MSP Cost-Cutting Guide
According to the global payments network Veem, 81% of small businesses in the US are expecting an economic slowdown over the next 12-16 months. In times like these, cost-cutting becomes one of the top priorities for all businesses, including managed IT providers. In this guide, we will overview five great tactics to cut your costs. Continue reading
MSP’s Guide to Procurement as a Service
Are you an MSP looking for an additional revenue stream? If so, offering procurement as a managed service might be just what you need. While this type of offering falls a bit outside the box of traditional managed services, it is a solution that many MSPs are well-positioned to provide to their clients. It can also be quite profitable, provided you take steps to streamline the operations that power it. Continue reading
End of Support for Specific Cloud Storage Providers
Starting from December 1, 2020, MSP360 Managed Backup will no longer work with the following cloud storages: Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 21 – 25 Sep
What's new this week in the news for MSPs?
Microsoft extends Azure Arc's hybrid cloud abilities; Google adds Anaplan's business planning tools to its cloud offerings; US DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency issues warning on LokiBot malware; IPG Photonics Corp. hit by ransomware attack; and QNAP NAS devices target of AgeLocker ransomware attacks. Let's see what it's all about. Continue reading
Are Technicians or Businesspeople Better MSP Owners?
To succeed in the MSP business in today’s world, an MSP owner must have several different skillsets and be able to hone them regularly. No matter their background, MSP owners must be able to understand both business and technology. If they don't, the likelihood of failure is quite high. Continue reading
7 Steps to Mastering SOPs
A standard operating procedure, or SOP for short, is a step-by-step document that comprises workflows, frameworks, and procedures that are taken as the standard for your managed IT services. SOPs are a common instrument for most MSPs wanting to standardize and streamline their operations. These documents help to onboard new tech staff members faster and ensure that the quality of support is of the required level. Continue reading