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Jan 14, 2021

Datto to Serve on The Institute for Security and Technology’s Multi-Sector Ransomware Task Force

Ryan Weeks

With excitement, determination, and humility, Datto has accepted an invitation to join the Ransomware Task Force as a founding member.

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Using Custom Monitoring in Datto RMM to Enhance Workstation Management
Guest Blog RMM

Jan 14, 2021

Using Custom Monitoring in Datto RMM to Enhance Workstation Management

Jeff Dryall

There are many facets to leveraging a remote monitoring and management (RMM) tool effectively. From monitoring, reporting, and real-time, customised alerts to automated patching and near-full remote control of any IT environment, RMM tools are invaluable for managed service providers (MSPs). However, they can be overwhelming. So, it is essential to identify what is important to you and your clients, and leverage the tool sets available to you as effectively as possible.

SMBs Need MSPs In 2021 More Than Ever
MSP Best Practices

Jan 12, 2021

SMBs Need MSPs In 2021 More Than Ever

Courtney Heinbach

Managed service providers (MSPs) have a massive opportunity in front of them in the coming year with IT spending on the rise.

Tracking MSP Sales Pipeline with a PSA Solution
PSA

Jan 08, 2021

Tracking MSP Sales Pipeline with a PSA Solution

Annie Stroud

Professional services automation (PSA) solutions are critical business tools that combine data across all the different aspects and functions of running a business—from sales and project management to time tracking, billing, and service desk— into a single-pane-of-glass view to help managed service providers (MSPs) drive efficiency, accountability, and profitability.

The Aftermath of a Ransomware Attack: Downtime Hurts, BCDR Helps
BCDR Cybersecurity Ransomware

Jan 06, 2021

The Aftermath of a Ransomware Attack: Downtime Hurts, BCDR Helps

Courtney Heinbach

MSPs report downtime costs are 94% higher than in 2019 and an astonishing 486% higher than in 2018. The complexity and sophistication of attacks are taking a much bigger toll as recovery is time-consuming, especially using traditional backup tools.

How MSPs Can Manage Cyber Risk in 2021
Cybersecurity Ransomware

Dec 30, 2020

How MSPs Can Manage Cyber Risk in 2021

Dan Garcia

As 2020 comes to a close, we look back on another year of increased attacks on managed service providers (MSPs), their small and medium business (SMB) clients, and the ecosystem of tools used within the community.

How RMM Tools Can Assist MSPs in Expanding Their Reach
Guest Blog MSP Best Practices RMM

Dec 29, 2020

How RMM Tools Can Assist MSPs in Expanding Their Reach

Bjorn Leenen

COVID-19 has changed the way MSPs work. On-site visits are either no longer possible, or not advised. Organisations have closed their offices, and a fully-remote workforce is the new way of working for many. So, how can MSPs address issues for their clients that arise during the pandemic?

MSP Round-Up: Top Cyber Security Blogs of 2020
Cybersecurity Ransomware

Dec 28, 2020

MSP Round-Up: Top Cyber Security Blogs of 2020

Courtney Heinbach

As we prepare to close out another calendar year, we’re looking back on some of the blogs that have proved to be most helpful for our readers.

MSP Insights to Help You Succeed in the New Year
MSP Best Practices

Dec 23, 2020

MSP Insights to Help You Succeed in the New Year

Kira Pogge

At Datto, we realise that sometimes the most valuable advice comes from your peers. Explore this list of compiled Datto podcasts, featuring leading MSPs who share the secrets to their success. 

Best Practices to Help Your MSP Grow in 2021
MSP Best Practices

Dec 22, 2020

Best Practices to Help Your MSP Grow in 2021

Courtney Heinbach

This past year has been one full of lessons to be learned for businesses of all kinds - it required adaptation, patience, and perseverance. Here's a recap of this year's top business-building blogs.

10 Tips To Prepare Your MSP Business For 2021
MSP Best Practices

Dec 18, 2020

10 Tips To Prepare Your MSP Business For 2021

Greg Jones

2020 has certainly been a difficult and challenging year for the MSP community and IT sector as a whole. We have seen a huge shift from working in offices to working from home, Zoom has become the new normal, and juggling home life in between working is something we are all beginning to master.

FireEye Breach: Countermeasure Scanner Available for MSP RMM Tools
Cybersecurity Datto News RMM

Dec 17, 2020

FireEye Breach: Countermeasure Scanner Available for MSP RMM Tools

Ryan Weeks

Datto has created a FireEye Red Team Countermeasure Scanner that leverages the FireEye published detection methods. MSPs can use the scanner to detect indicators that the stolen tools are being, or have been, used on managed systems.

MSPs Concerned About Ransomware; SMBs, Not as Much
BCDR Cybersecurity Ransomware

Dec 17, 2020

MSPs Concerned About Ransomware; SMBs, Not as Much

Courtney Heinbach

With all of the increased awareness about the rise of ransomware attacks and the cost of downtime, many small and medium businesses don’t match their MSP’s level of concern.

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