MSPAlliance Insights
March 15, 2019

Sponsored By: Cofense Inc.

How MSPs Can Educate Customers on Cloud Cost Models

Part of the role of any managed service provider managing cloud services is to guide their customers through the process of creating and evaluating cloud cost models. This is important whether migrating to the cloud, re-evaluating an existing cloud environment, or simply understanding a monthly cloud bill. Many customers may be more familiar with on-prem cost models, so relating to that mindset is crucial. Here are a few important things to keep in mind when educating your customers about cloud costs.

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WEBINAR
SOC Audits for MSPs

Wed, Apr 24, 2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Customers are increasingly asking their MSPs for 3rd party audit reports as part of their due diligence. Certifications and audits have become so common that MSPs are now proactively achieving them in order to address customer requests before they are made.

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- SOC Report Varieties
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 MORE MSP NEWS
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VertexPlus Introduces Managed Security Monitoring Services That Provide End-to-End Cyber Security Solutions

VertexPlus addresses rising dependency of the businesses over technology and ensures networks are adequately protected against threats by launching its  network security monitoring services  in USA. It also aims to protect the complete IT infrastructure of the clients from all kinds of cyber-attacks or treats... Read More Here

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Congress Unveils Bipartisan Bill for IoT Cybersecurity Standards

Introduced by Sens. Mark Warner and Cory Gardner, the legislation would establish the minimum security requirements for IoT devices purchased by government agencies, such as HHS... Read More Here

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Facebook Risks These Criminal Charges In Multiple Investigations Over Its Privacy Practices

The Department of Justice may be pursuing a criminal investigation into Facebook,  reported the New York Times , which said a grand jury in the Eastern District of New York has subpoenaed at least two device makers about their data-sharing agreements with the social media giant.

Facebook is facing a lot of scrutiny from the federal government over its data practices, so let’s break down the risks facing this $473 billion company and its billionaire founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. .. Read More Here

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