ConnectWise, the leading company in software for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and Pax8, the top cloud commerce marketplace, have announced a strategic alliance to offer ConnectWise’s Managed Detection and Response (MDR)™ solution through the Pax8 Marketplace. This collaboration aims to strengthen data protection and cybersecurity in the MSPs ecosystem, a sector facing increasing cyber threats.
Following ConnectWise’s recent acquisitions of two major data protection companies, Axcient and SkyKick, whose products are already available on the Pax8 Marketplace, the company is now expanding its MDR offering to MSPs. This managed detection and response service adds an additional layer of protection for Pax8 partners focused on cybersecurity.
The importance of cybersecurity for MSPs
With the number of cybersecurity incidents constantly rising, it is critical for MSPs to protect their clients’ data and assets while staying up-to-date with evolving threats. Detection and response capabilities have become essential within an MSP’s cybersecurity stack. However, finding internal expertise and ensuring proactive threat detection can be a complex task. To address these challenges, ConnectWise and Pax8 have joined forces, offering a robust and reliable solution through ConnectWise MDR.
Key benefits of ConnectWise MDR™:
– 24/7 monitoring and response: Continuous surveillance of critical assets by cybersecurity professionals using AI-driven technology.
– Real-time reporting and dashboards: Facilitate regulatory compliance and enhance visibility of clients’ security status.
– Advanced threat intelligence specific to MSPs: Developed by ConnectWise’s Cybersecurity Research Unit (CRU), helping reduce clients’ exposure to risks.
– Improved threat response time: Integration with the Pax8 ecosystem allows MSPs to take proactive measures to protect valuable data and digital assets.
Ameer Karim, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Cybersecurity and Data Protection at ConnectWise, stated: “Integrating ConnectWise MDR into MSPs’ services enables partners to take proactive steps to safeguard their clients’ valuable data against constantly evolving threats. This alliance with Pax8, coupled with the acquisitions of Axcient and SkyKick, further strengthens our cybersecurity and data protection solutions for the MSP ecosystem.”
Chris Timms, Senior Vice President of Ecosystems at ConnectWise, highlighted the relevance of the partnership, hinting that more details will be shared at the IT Nation Connect event in November.
Nick Heddy, President of Pax8, remarked: “As a trusted leader in the MSP community, ConnectWise brings a range of data protection and cybersecurity capabilities through MDR that we are excited to offer in our ecosystem. This strategic alliance aligns with our mission to simplify the cloud purchasing process for MSPs, equipping them with essential tools to thrive in today’s dynamic technological landscape.”
About Pax8
Pax8 is the technological marketplace of the future, connecting partners, vendors, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through AI-driven insights and comprehensive product support. With a global ecosystem of over 30,000 MSPs, Pax8 empowers SMEs worldwide by providing software and services that drive their growth and strengthen their security. Committed to innovation in large-scale cloud commerce, Pax8 fuels customer acquisition and solution consumption throughout its ecosystem.
With this alliance, ConnectWise and Pax8 reaffirm their commitment to the evolution of the MSP sector, offering cutting-edge solutions for cybersecurity protection and management tailored to the needs of an ever-changing market.