ChannelPro 5 Minute Roundup

This week, Erick and Rich talk over what Veeam's latest product news says about tech in the time of COVID-19, why now's a good time to rethink your MSP toolset, and why you might want to rethink packing a bag full of gold bars on your next trip if you're forgetful.

Erick and Rich explore the money-making implications of SonicWall's new branch office networking solution, what MSPs can learn from SpaceX's rigorous safety processes, and a brilliant DIY invention that automatically shuts off your webcam if it shows you're not wearing pants.

Erick and Rich take a few moments at a tense time to celebrate the 20th birthday of ConnectWise's IT Nation Evolve peer groups (formerly known as HTG Peer Groups), extol finding moments of calm, and point you to a brief video sure to bring a smile to your face. Just Google "teddy bear roller coaster"!

In honor of Memorial Day, Erick and Rich discuss why veterans make great IT employees, why now's the time to finalize your back-to-the-office plans with clients, and why the latest scheme to make empty sports arenas feel less empty during games is as weird as all the others.

From deep within their continuing stay-at-home blur, Erick and Rich discuss Kaseya's software integration strategy, the merits of attending virtual events, and a well-intentioned attempt to simulate a pro sports crowd gone horribly awry.

Erick and Rich chat about the coronavirus pandemic's effect on hardware sales, surveying your clients about when they'll return to the office (if ever), and the recent spike in people who say they're locked down at home with a ghost.

Erick and Rich dive into the launch of Acronis Cyber Protect, why you should host a virtual all hands meeting with your employees ASAP, and evidence that there may be less stress eating going on in the world than we thought.

Erick and Rich (who are both wearing pants, we think) chew over NetApp buying CloudJumper, the coronavirus-fueled opportunity to sell managed services to midsize businesses, and why eating more french fries has become every Belgian's patriotic duty.

In yet another bid to avoid going stir crazy, Erick and Rich discuss ID Agent's new IAM solution, four priorities every MSP should set now to get through the COVID-19 crisis, and a long-distance runner who's indoor marathon encapsulates what all of us are feeling.

Taking a break from coronavirus news, if not coronavirus confinement, Erick and Rich discuss the new Secure Cloud bundle from Zix, why now is the time to ask your vendors about special finance programs, and how a 93-year-old woman sheltering in place in Pittsburgh scored 10 free cases of Coors Light.