The new quarterly Pax8 partner update is here!

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This month, we’re introducing the new Quarterly Pax8 Marketplace Update blog. Stay informed with this comprehensive quarterly update, bringing you the latest developments in the Pax8 Marketplace.

You’ll discover:

  • Insights: Dive deep into expert guidance about industry trends, predictions, and analysis from Pax8 leaders and contributors.
  • The new Marketplace experience: Learn about exciting feature enhancements in the new Pax8 Marketplace as well as ways to harness its power for your success.
  • New vendors: Explore the newest additions to our platform, offering cutting-edge cloud products.
  • Collaborations: Stay in the loop on strategic partnerships and joint initiatives.
  • Platform, product, and app updates: Get the scoop on improvements across the Pax8 product ecosystem.
  • Product research: Directly impact the future of the Marketplace by participating in research, which also enables early access to Pax8 beta products.
  • Program and channel events: Attend value-add Pax8 and industry events to help you grow your business.
  • Education: Learn from the best. Our teams of Pax8 Academy teachers and industry leaders give you the edge you need to get ahead and stay ahead.

Whether it’s new vendors, pricing adjustments, or feature rollouts, find it all conveniently in our Quarterly Marketplace Update. Don’t miss out—stay ahead with Pax8!

Pax8 news – Global

Pax8 recognized as the winner of 2024 Microsoft Global Partner of the Year

We’re happy to announce that for the first time, we’ve won the Microsoft Global Partner of the Year award! A huge thank you to all our Microsoft partners, as we couldn’t have done it without your continued support. We are most excited about how this proves we’re on the right track to continue to drive innovation in the channel, be a megaphone for the voices of the MSP and SMB industry, and give you, our partners, the tools to thrive. Read more.

Pax8 unveils the next-generation Marketplace experience

The groundbreaking new Pax8 Marketplace redefines how IT professionals deliver the technology solutions that empower small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), with a revolutionary modern commerce experience that unlocks growth and security opportunities for partners. Learn more.

Read: Pax8 CEO Scott Chasin shares his vision for the innovations that will help partners succeed

Newly appointed Pax8 CEO, Scott Chasin, shared his vision for the robust, innovative future of Pax8 with CRN, covering how our technology-enabled Marketplace offers partners a “massive roadmap of opportunity.” Read the full story.

Listen: Pax8 CEO Scott Chasin on embracing AI and engineering passion

Chasin recently joined “The Melting Pot with Dominic Monkhouse” for a discussion on AI adoption and the importance of the Pax8 Marketplace for managed service providers (MSPs) and their SMB clients. Chasin also shares his thoughts on passionate workforces and the power, and challenge, of hybrid and remote work. Listen.

Pax8 news – EMEA

Achieve CIS Controls compliance and reduced cyber insurance premiums with Pax8 Opportunity Explorer

Opportunity Explorer, the revolutionary new tool in the Pax8 Marketplace, provides you and your clients with reliable support for implementing the CIS Controls best practices and achieving lower rates of cyber insurance adoption. Use this innovative, AI-powered tool to identify gaps in your clients’ cybersecurity and help them comply with the CIS Controls. Explore Pax8 security.

Marketplace updates – Global

SuperOps brings together PSA and RMM

SuperOps unifies PSA and RMM into a single platform with an intuitive UI and innovative AI-powered product roadmap to elevate profitability and boost efficiency. This unified platform is further superpowered with built-in network monitoring, project management, and IT documentation.

Find it here in the US
Find it here in EMEA
Find it here in APAC

MSPbots offers MSP-tailored BI and RPA platform

MSPbots, a BI and RPA platform created by MSPs for MSPs, minimizes human error and resolves process issues with advanced dashboards and automation tools. By integrating vendor data and enforcing process adherence, MSPbots enhances capabilities and performance, empowering MSPs to achieve business and personal success.

Find it here in the US
Find it here in EMEA
Find it here in APAC

Marketplace updates – APAC

Microsoft hosts exclusive Azure enablement session using Cloud Ascent Data

Learn how to master Azure Cloud business using Cloud Ascent Data, powered by the collaboration of Microsoft and Pax8. Gain access to essential tools and insights to elevate your cloud business with the latest data-driven strategies.

14 August | 12pm-1pm AEST | Virtual
Register now

Pax8 events – Global

Vendor Monthly Update Webinar | virtual

For details on new vendors launching in the Marketplace, join us every month for news and updates on new products, sharing important deadlines, key details, and critical action items.

Who should attend: all Pax8 partners
Sept. 4, Oct. 16, Nov. 13, Dec. 18 | 9-10am MT

Pax8 events – Americas

Pax8 Launch Briefings | virtual

Find out more about our MSP support program, get a live demo of the versatile Pax8 platform, see a PSA integration demo, and learn industry best practices from your peers.

Who should attend: recently signed partners or those looking to re-engage with Pax8
Sept. 19 and Dec. 12 | 9-10:30am MT
Nov. 7 | 1-2:30pm MT

Pax8 Mission Briefings | in-person

Join our upcoming in-person Mission Briefings to gain insights from industry experts and top cybersecurity vendors. Harness the power of AI to grow your business, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency.

Who should attend: all U.S. and Canada-based partners

Sept. 10-11 | 8am-6pm ET | New Jersey, NJ
Sept. 19-20 | 8am-6pm PT | Las Vegas, NV
Oct. 3-4 | 8am-6pm ET | Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Oct. 24-25 | TBA | Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Nov. 14-15 | 8am-6pm MT | Denver, CO

Pax8 Bootcamps

Azure Bootcamp

Sept. 17-18 | 9am-5pm ET | Boston, MA
Dec 3-4 | all day | TBD

AWS Bootcamp

Oct. 10 | 9am-2pm MT | virtual

Business Applications

Oct. 22-23 | 9am-1pm MT | virtual

Modern Workplace

Nov. 5-6 | 9am-1pm MT | virtual

Security

Nov. 19-20 | 8am-4pm | Phoenix, AZ

Pax8 Microsoft Monthly Update | virtual

Pax8 and Microsoft are teaming up to help you gain big wins throughout the year by simplifying Microsoft. Each month, we’ll review critical updates, share key details, and go over actions you should take to generate success in 2024. Think of this as your all-in-one Microsoft explainer.

Who should attend: All Pax8 partners transacting Microsoft solutions
Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 | 9am-10:30 MT

Pax8 events – EMEA 

Pax8 Beyond EMEA | Berlin, Germany

Missed Pax8 Beyond in Denver? Catch us in Europe, where partners from around the world will go beyond what’s expected of the channel, of a marketplace, of an event. Join this must-attend conference to experience education, community, and innovation like never before.

Who should attend: any Pax8 partners
Oct 13-15 | all day

Pax8 Launch Briefing | virtual

In just 90 minutes get real knowledge, from real people, delivered virtually.

Who should attend: recently signed EMEA-based partners or those looking to re-engage with Pax8

Europe:

DACH:

Pax8 Mission Briefing | in person

Learn how to maximize your Pax8 partnership with upsell and cross-sell strategies to help you build on your Microsoft foundations. Get hands-on tips and strategies to create a comprehensive tech stack that meets the needs of today’s modern workplace.

Who should attend: EMEA-based Pax8 partners
Nov. 14 | 4-5:30pm BST (subject to change)
Venue TBA

Pax8 Cybersecurity Masterclass | in person

The Pax8 Cybersecurity Masterclass is designed to help you and your clients navigate the complexities of cybersecurity.

Who should attend: EMEA-based Pax8 partners

  • Sept. 17 | 9am-4pm BST | Bristol, UK
  • Sept. 19 | 9am-4pm CEST | Cologne, Germany
  • Oct. 8 | 9am-4pm BST | Bristol, UK
  • Nov. 5 | 9am-4pm GMT | Bristol, UK
  • Nov. 13 | 9am-4pm CET | Oslo, Norway
  • Dec. 4 I 9am-4pm I TBC
  • Dec. 10 | 9am-4pm GMT | Bristol, UK
  • Dec. 12 | 9am-4pm CET | Zwolle, Netherlands

Pax8 Cybersecurity Masterclass 201: Selling Cybersecurity | Zwolle, Netherlands

Building on the cybersecurity foundations covered in the first Cybersecurity Masterclass, Pax8 is pleased to announce the launch of Cybersecurity Masterclass 201: Selling Cybersecurity. This new masterclass, aimed at partners who have attended Cybersecurity Masterclass 101: Cybersecurity Foundations, is focused on helping MSPs sell cybersecurity solutions to their clients. (Available by personal invite after completing the Level 1 Cybersecurity Masterclass.) 

Who should attend: Benelux partners that have attended our Level 1 Cybersecurity Masterclass
Sept. 24 | 9am-4pm CEST 

Pax8 events – APAC

Pax8 Mission Briefing | in-person

Join our upcoming Mission Briefings to gain insights from industry experts and top cybersecurity vendors. Harness the power of AI to grow your business, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency.

Who should attend: APAC-based Pax8 partners

Industry events – Americas

CanITCon | British Columbia, Canada

CanITCon promises a unique blend of exceptional networking opportunities, vendor-supported sessions, enlightening keynotes, captivating locations, local inspiration, and gives you more than just a vendor hall. Our aim is not only to ignite professional inspiration but also to grant you access to some of the most breathtaking destinations our country has to offer.

Sept. 8-10 | all day

Delta Grand Okanagan
1310 Water St.
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9P4, Canada

TechCon Unplugged | Hanover, MD

Join like-minded business owners for a weekend packed with resources to help your IT business thrive. Hear from the experts and get one-on-one time with peers facing the same challenges. Walk away with concrete action items to take your business to the next level.

Sep 12-14 | all day

The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
7795 Arundel Mills Boulevard
Hanover, MD 21076

TeamLogic Owners Summit | San Diego, CA

This popular event promises to expose attendees to innovation and connections, fueling MSP growth.

Sept. 16-19 | all day

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
1380 Harbor Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101

ASCII Edge

Celebrating 40 years of excellence, The ASCII Group has curated an agenda that caters specifically to the needs and aspirations of growing MSPs like you. Connect with industry professionals, engage with top technology vendors, and learn from key leaders in the field. Use the code “Pax8” for free access.

  • Sept. 25-26 | all day | St. Louis, MO
  • Oct. 23-24 | all day | Tampa, FL

CRN Best of Breed (BoB) | Atlanta, GA

The Best of Breed (BoB) Conference meets the evolving needs of the IT channel’s largest, fastest-growing, and most progressive solution provider organizations and the top technology vendors and distributors.

Oct. 14-15 | all day

Loews Atlanta
1065 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, Georgia, 30309

DattoCon | Miami Beach, FL

Join 3,500+ MSPs and industry leaders for three days of sessions, networking, and insights.

Oct. 28-30 | all day

Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140

IT Nation Evolve | Orlando, FL

An exclusive MSP community helping leaders transform their personal and business success. In 2000, four companies organized regular meetings to solve business challenges related to the computer boom. IT Nation Evolve grew out of these humble beginnings and currently includes 750+ MSPs united for the purpose of collaboration and accountability to achieve individual success.

Nov. 4-6 | all day

IT Nation Connect | Orlando, FL

Join IT Nation Connect in boldly building a future in which IT solution providers play a vital role in shaping how technology transforms our lives.

Nov. 6-8 | all day

Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel
9939 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32819

Women of the Channel East | New York, NY

The Women of the Channel Leadership Summit East is the meeting place for women from across the IT channel who are looking to advance organizational diversity, make unmatched connections, and empower and cultivate women leaders.

Dec. 9-10 | all day

New York Hilton Midtown
1335 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York, 10019

Industry events – EMEA

IAMCP EMEA Illuminate & re:think | Cologne, Germany

Navigate new developments and initiatives at Microsoft and in the industry.

Sept. 10-12 | all day

Gürzenich Köln
Martinstraße 29-37, 50667
Cologne, Germany

This conference is a unique gathering for the members of the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. Gain insights into Microsoft’s vision for the upcoming year, interact with Microsoft executives and industry professionals, attend workshops to enhance your expertise and establish connections with partners from across EMEA.

Managed Services Summit | London, UK

Celebrating its 14th year, the Managed Services Summit London continues its tradition of being the premier managed services event for the UK IT channel.

Sept. 11 | all day

155 Bishopsgate, EC2M 3YD
London, UK

Managed Services Summit Nordics | Stockholm, Sweden

The Managed Services Summit will explore the latest trends and developments in the MSP industry, evolving customer requirements, and how to create value through managed services.

Oct. 1 | all day

Stockholm Waterfront Congress Center
Nils Erikson Plan 4, 111 64
Stockholm, Sweden

Cyber Security & Cloud Expo | Amsterdam, Netherlands

Cyber Security & Cloud Expo is a leading event covering a wide range of topics, such as zero-day vigilance, threat detection, global cyber conflicts, and more.

Oct. 1-2 | all day

RAI Amsterdam
Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Cyber Security Nordic | Helsinki, Finland

Cyber Security Nordic features top-notch presentations by leading specialists on current issues within the field of cybersecurity.

Oct. 29-30 | all day

Messukeskus Helsinki
Messuaukio 1, 00520
Helsinki, Finland

Managed Services Summit Manchester | Manchester, UK

Now in its fifth year, the Managed Services Summit Manchester builds on the successes of previous years as well as its sister events London and Benelux, which are firmly established as the leading managed services events for the UK and European IT channel.

Nov. 19 | all day

Manchester Central Convention Complex
Windmill St, M2 3GX
Manchester, United Kingdom

ChannelPartner Kongress | Düsseldorf, Germany

16-17 September | all day

This congress is the key community event for IT service providers, independent software vendors and technology providers. Discover the future of the IT services industry with market and technology experts. Gain insights through interactive workshops, discover new growth strategies and connect with industry leaders to build new partnerships.

Van Der Valk Airport Hotel Düsseldorf
Am Hülserhof 57, 40472
Düsseldorf, Germany

it-sa Expo & Congress | Nürnberg, Germany

22-24 October | all day

it-sa is the largest IT security trade fair in Europe. Join renowned IT security providers and startups as they discuss how to tackle the challenge of protecting digital assets. Build up your know-how, exchange experiences and network with industry leaders. Attend expert lectures on various security topics and gain insights into current security trends.

NürnbergMesse
Messezentrum 1, 90471
Nürnberg, Germany

Cloud Expo | Houten, Netherlands

Dec. 4-5 | all day

Expo Houten
Meidoornkade 24, 3992 AE
Houten, Netherlands

Join us at Cloud Expo, the largest tech fair in the Netherlands. Connect with industry leaders, attend inspiring sessions on a diverse range of topics and expand your network.

Academy – Americas

Watch our weekly series

Join us for an insightful discussion with Libby McIlhany, Chief Product Officer at Pax8, as we dive into the latest innovations shaping the future of cloud commerce. Libby shares her top priorities and the exciting launches on the horizon that are set to transform the industry. Check it out live on YouTube every Thursday at 2pm MT.

Academy – EMEA

Pax8 Academy now available in the DACH region

Pax8 partners in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH) now have access to our on-demand resource library and instructor-led courses. To ensure inclusivity within our diverse partner network, we offer our resources and courses in English. For personalised support in your local language, reach out to our German-speaking team. Explore Pax8 Academy.

Grow your business faster with our redesigned maturity assessment tool

We have recently redesigned our maturity assessment tool to enhance your partner experience. In less than 15 minutes, you can discover new opportunities to grow your business in five key areas. Get an automated report with insights and recommendations based on your scores. Review your results with our team of experts and explore ways to accelerate your business growth. Take the assessment.