Holistic Security, Data Management With Windows Server, and Partnering With AppleIn this week's CRN cover story, we look at developing a "holistic" approach to providing security solutions: "Preparing for a security overhaul on the vendor side is arguably only half the battle. VARs now face the monumental task of convincing clients to rethink their own security philosophy and adopt new and comprehensive strategies to combat growing threats." We also talk with RSA CEO Art Coviello on his company's challenges. The Channel Test Center tries out Windows Server 2008's data management features in terms of "storage, backup, virtualization, application management and overall data management," and finds a number of promising possibilities. Jennifer Lawinski looks at issues facing Apple VARs, while Larry Hooper examines Cisco's efforts to encourage partners to generate more cross-partner business. Steven Burke looks at EMC's turnaround while Robert DeMarzo finds some lessons in how Intel handled the departure of key channel executives on the eve of their partner conference. Finally, Robert Faletra is back from Rome and has some insights on the international system builder market: "Western European system builders are finding the developed markets they traditionally operate in are becoming more difficult. But Eastern Europe has many markets that have not built out the infrastructure to the same degree and offer an easier path to growth." Posted by Joe Caponi at 10:39 AM, April 17, 2008 This is a public forum. United Business Media and its affiliates are not responsible for and do not control what is posted herein. United Business Media makes no warranties or guarantees concerning any advice dispensed by its staff members or readers. Community standards in this comment area do not permit hate language, excessive profanity, or other patently offensive language. Please be aware that all information posted to this comment area becomes the property of United Business Media LLC and may be edited and republished in print or electronic format as outlined in United Business Media's Terms of Service. Important Note: This comment area is NOT intended for commercial messages or solicitations of business. |
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