North America – Inspire

After making some bold predictions for 2024 (and getting most of them right!), our experts are back at it. As we wrap up 2024 and hurdle toward 2025, the IT channel continues to show unrivaled resilience in our constant change of adaptation. Over the past year, partners in the IT ecosystem have come together more than ever to solve complex challenges, and are embracing partnerships, enablement resources and services so that we can rely on …

This is a guest-contributed article from Jay McBain, Chief Analyst at Canalys. The platform economy has fundamentally reshaped the way we live, work, and consume. From ride-hailing services to online marketplaces, platforms have disrupted traditional industries and created new opportunities for businesses and individuals alike. In 2025, Canalys expects over $1 trillion to flow through platforms in the technology industry. To thrive in this dynamic ecosystem, understanding the key principles and strategies for success is …

At the recent Canalys North America Forums event in Miami, Florida, Canalys Chief Analyst Jay McBain and TD SYNNEX’s Chief Strategy and Technology Officer Sergio Farache sat down to share their insights on changing industry dynamics and how TD SYNNEX and the StreamOne® platform are redefining the cloud management experience for partners and customers alike. McBain highlighted the changing demographics of IT buyers today, as well as the rise of the “platform economy,” and how …

TD SYNNEX’s third annual Direction of Technology report reveals a future where Artificial Intelligence (AI) development and implementation take center stage – without sidelining critical foundational technologies like cloud and security. In the next two years, survey respondents list the top four solutions they plan to offer include security (49%), AI/Generative AI (44%), hybrid cloud (39%) and networking (38%).   Organizations are increasingly focused on innovative solutions to enhance operational capabilities, recognizing the critical importance of …

According to TD SYNNEX’s Third Annual Direction of Technology Report, Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to spur innovation across the technology ecosystem and is poised to advance progress in unprecedented ways. With AI changing the way we do business, channel partners are under mounting pressure to adopt high-growth technologies, including nearly half (44%) who plan to offer AI in the next two years. To enable future advancements, the ecosystem is focusing on foundational technologies such as …

The term “hybrid cloud” has emerged as a pivotal concept, but there’s still confusion around the term, its capabilities and its role in the technology ecosystem. So, what exactly is hybrid cloud, and why are more companies opting for this approach over traditional cloud models? To help unravel the intricacies of hybrid cloud, we sat down with cloud technology expert and TD SYNNEX co-worker Michael Wise as part of our ongoing Demystifying content series. Together …

Leveraging our AI Accelerator Program to monetize new high-growth technology solutions in North America The rapid evolution of AI is a phenomenon all too familiar to those in the technology industry. As discussed in our recent article where we evaluated our 2024 predictions, partners across the channel are eager to incorporate AI into their business strategy and offerings, particularly across high-growth technologies such as cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics and modern infrastructure. This convergence indicates a …

Image created using ChatGPT and DALL-E by OpenAI At the end of each year, individuals and organizations often make their bold predictions for the year ahead. But how many of those articles react to and follow through with what they predicted?  We’re not exempt from these prediction articles; near the end of last year, we made 5 tech predictions for the new year: Now that we are a little more than halfway through 2024, we …

As the world eagerly awaits the Paris 2024 Olympics, technology promises to play a more pivotal role than ever before. At the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, scheduled from July 26 to August 11, the world will witness amazing athletic performances as well as some seriously cool technological innovations. Let’s dive into the tech wonders that make this year’s Games a must-watch event (not that it needs any extra hype!). Cybersecurity: Protecting Athletes and Fans …

Contributed by Vice President of Security, Networking & Communications for TD SYNNEX Europe Sam Paris Key Takeaways: Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a ubiquitous term across the business and professional landscape, to say nothing of how this technology has impacted our daily lives. AI has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping industries and redefining organizational strategies.  The latest TD SYNNEX Direction of Technology Report highlighted that AI and machine learning (ML) have swiftly transitioned from …

We’re excited to announce a significant milestone: our co-workers have achieved over 20,000 specialized skills course completions! This accomplishment underscores TD SYNNEX’s unwavering commitment to providing top-tier support in the ever-evolving technology industry.   Our team’s dedication to continuous learning and professional development ensures they’re equipped with cutting-edge knowledge to effectively support our partners, setting a standard of excellence that benefits our entire ecosystem.  Here is a global summary of our coworkers’ specialized skills course completions, …

Identify. Protect. Detect. Respond. Recover. Those five words are easier said than done when it comes to the complex, evolving world of cyberattacks. However, through our vendor, reseller, ISV and MSP partnerships, we’re tackling cybersecurity head-on. Those partnerships recently came to life as we hosted our marquee high-growth technology conference, Beyond Security, in the beautiful, historic city of Boston, Mass. Under this year’s theme of “Building Connections,” Beyond Security brought together IT industry experts, leaders …