The most valuable cloud computing certifications today
By: Sharon Florentine If one thing is certain in IT, it’s never too late to cash in on the cloud. As the cloud becomes more critical to IT and the business at large, demand for cloud skills will only grow. But proving you have the right skills and knowledge in a competitive job market can […]
Inspire 2017: Expect an industry-focused, partner-powered Microsoft
By: Dann Anthony Maurno Microsoft on Day 2 of its Inspire 2017 partner conference talked down the importance of out-of-the-box ERP and CRM. “Business applications are no longer the systems of record,” said Microsoft EVP, Worldwide Commercial Business Judson Althoff in his keynote address. If anything, “They are systems of oppression.” If the future is […]
Nadella Tips Microsoft 365, Rolls Out Azure Stack to Partners
Microsoft is full steam ahead in its plan to combine all of its office productivity applications and business services into a single cloud package. At the Microsoft Inspire partner conference in Washington D.C. this morning, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced new Microsoft 365 Enterprise and Microsoft 365 Business offerings, and general availability of Dynamics 365 […]
Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Web chat for D365; 1st European Biz Edition win; Contract management; Experience management CEO
By: Linda Rosencrance PowerObjects Announces the Release of PowerChat, a PowerPack Add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365 PowerObjects has rolled out the new PowerChat add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365, which lets users interact with website visitors from within Dynamics 365 via a customizable chat widget. PowerChat generates a unique script code that can be placed anywhere […]
Inspire 2017: Re-formulated programs aim to accelerate Microsoft cloud business
By: Dann Anthony Maurno Microsoft is pledging this week at Inspire 2017 to make a transition from a “partner led” organization to one that is “partner first.” And with the re-organization that preceded the event, the company is also showing it is transitioning the way Microsoft solutions will compete in the marketplace. As Inspire begins, […]
Large Tampa tech firm, Tribridge, IT service provider sells to Fortune 500 firm
By: Margie Manning Tribridge, one of the largest privately-owned companies in Tampa Bay, has been acquired by DXC Technology Co. (NYSE: DXC), an IT services company in Tysons, Virginia. Financial terms were not disclosed in a news release announcing the deal. Tribridge, with $140 million in 2015 revenue, ranked No. 60 on the most recent […]
Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Web chat for D365; 1st European Biz Edition win; Contract management; Experience management CEO
By: Linda Rosencrance PowerObjects Announces the Release of PowerChat, a PowerPack Add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365 PowerObjects has rolled out the new PowerChat add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365, which lets users interact with website visitors from within Dynamics 365 via a customizable chat widget. PowerChat generates a unique script code that can be placed anywhere […]
DXC Technology Buys 740-Person Microsoft Dynamics 365 Powerhouse Tribridge
By: Michael Novinson DXC Technology made its first acquisition on Wednesday, purchasing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution provider Tribridge and its managed cloud business Concerto Cloud Services. Tysons, Va.-based DXC, No. 11 on the CRN Solution Provider (SP) 500, said its acquisition of Tampa, Fla.-based Tribridge, No. 165 on the CRN SP 500, will enhance DXC’s offerings […]
Apttus CEO on poly partnering with Salesforce and Microsoft
By: Phil Wainwright SUMMARY: Partnering with rival platform vendors Salesforce and Microsoft is like dancing with two elephants. We ask Apttus CEO Kirk Krappe about the moves – and IPO Last year, quote-to-cash vendor Apttus surprised many when it revealed that it had ported its originally Salesforce-native application to Microsoft Azure. Previously, everyone had assumed […]
CRM Software Glossary: What Jargon You Need to Know
By: Sarah Angeles Need help understanding customer relationship management (CRM) software? CRM software is an invaluable tool that helps small businesses acquire and retain customers. But if you’re not familiar with the software — or CRM in general — it can also be one of the most difficult tools to use. The first step to […]