| January |
Security:
Instant Messaging |
Network security continues to be a major business for many solution providers. But as more companies integrate instant messaging into their communications network, they are opening a major security hole. Hear from our experts on how to protect IM-friendly networks. |
| February |
Mobility and
the SMB Customer |
Mobility has become the call to action for many SMBs looking to keep up with their enterprise counterparts. But their options are often less than advantageous. Learn the numerous ways you can help your SMB customers stay mobile for less. |
| March |
Channel Insight:
Cost of Doing Business |
You're a pro at keeping your clients happy. But do you know how much each client actually costs your business? Do you know how much you're spending on marketing and advertising, and whether the results are positive? Are your vendor relationships working to your advantage? Our panel of experts can help you figure out your true bottom line — and offer ways to make it healthier. |
| April |
Managed
Services |
Many solution providers are making the transition to managed services. However, managed services are not a good fit for every solution provider. Tune in to learn the facts about being an MSP — its benefits, drawbacks, opportunities and issues. |
| May |
VoIP: The SMB
Opportunity |
VoIP has matured to the point where IT managers are now listening to the conversation, and the SMB market is the fastest-growing group adopting VoIP. This event focuses on the opportunities that VoIP has to offer and provides tips for introducing the conversation — and being heard. |
| June |
Networking
Optimization |
It's not enough to make sure your customers' networks are up and running. Optimization is also key in building and maintaining a network infrastructure. Find out the tools, tips and techniques to ensure optimization with all your customers' networks. |
| July |
Channel Insight:
Sales Techniques |
What's the best way to approach a prospective client? Are sales leads worth the cost of generating them? How can you drum up new customers in the most effective manner? Sometimes the most difficult part of making a sale is finding the customer. Tune in and learn the best ways to efficiently gain valuable new customers. |
| August |
Going Green IT |
Going green has hit IT with a vengeance. How can solution providers take part? What are the options for greening data centers, network infrastructures and office environments? What hardware, software and peripherals meet green IT standards? Tune in and discover what makes an IT infrastructure green and how you can benefit. |
| September |
Storage &
Virtualization |
Virtualization has changed the face of storage, and a large number of companies have embraced virtualization as a way to save money and space. But the upsell opportunity is in hardware and software sales for solution providers who push virtualization. Our panel of experts discuss how virtualization can be the main focus of a storage game plan that is a win-win for all. |
| October |
Channel Insight:
Operations |
You can recite your customers' network backbone layouts with your eyes closed. But how well do you know your own? How up to date is your data center, your network infrastructure or your equipment? Do your employees have faster computers at home than they do at work? Tune in to discover how an outdated infrastructure could be hurting your bottom line. |
| November |
Data Centers |
Data centers are not just for large enterprises anymore as smaller companies are recognizing the need for such computing power. Regardless, the data center offers a unique set of challenges for the solution provider, such as power management, cooling, space and cabling. Is the data center business right for your company? Tune in and find out. |
| December |
Trends in Computing
for 2009 |
As 2008 ends, solution providers are faced with a year's worth of challenges and opportunities. This event will look at the impact of the year's biggest IT news, including the release of Microsoft Server 2008 and major M&A deals, on both the channel and the industry at large. |
