Pax8 Enhances Cybersecurity Offerings Through Strategic Partnerships
In an era where cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, cloud commerce marketplace Pax8 is stepping up its game. The company has recently announced two significant partnerships with Commvault and ConnectWise, aimed at bolstering its cybersecurity offerings for managed service providers (MSPs). This strategic move not only enhances data protection capabilities but also underscores Pax8’s commitment to delivering enterprise-level solutions to small and midsized businesses (SMBs).
Commvault Joins the Pax8 Marketplace
One of the most notable developments in Pax8’s cybersecurity strategy is the addition of Commvault to its marketplace. Commvault brings its unified Cloud platform, which seamlessly integrates cloud-based data security with robust enterprise-scale recovery capabilities. This partnership is particularly beneficial for MSPs, who can now offer their SMB clients a comprehensive solution that ensures data integrity and availability.
Ryan Burton, the vice president of marketplace vendor strategy at Pax8, emphasized the importance of this addition. "The addition of Commvault underscores our continued commitment to bring enterprise-level solutions to our managed service providers to deliver to their small to midsized business customers," he stated. This collaboration not only enhances the service offerings available to MSPs but also empowers them to meet the evolving needs of their clients.
Data Residency Compliance and Control
A standout feature of the Commvault Cloud platform is its ability to provide SMBs with control over their data storage locations. Clients can choose between Microsoft Azure or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure regions, ensuring compliance with data residency regulations. This flexibility is crucial for businesses that must adhere to specific legal and regulatory requirements regarding data storage and management.
ConnectWise Partnership for Enhanced Threat Detection
In addition to the partnership with Commvault, Pax8 has also joined forces with ConnectWise to offer its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution through the Pax8 Marketplace. This collaboration aims to tackle the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by businesses today. With round-the-clock monitoring and threat detection services powered by artificial intelligence and human expertise, MSPs can provide their clients with a robust defense against cyber threats.
Nick Heddy, president of Pax8, highlighted the significance of this partnership, stating, "This strategic partnership perfectly aligns with our mission to simplify the cloud buying journey for MSPs." By integrating ConnectWise’s MDR into their service offerings, MSPs can take proactive measures to safeguard valuable data and assets, ensuring that their clients remain protected against ever-evolving cyber threats.
Leveraging Recent Acquisitions
The partnership with ConnectWise is further strengthened by the company’s recent acquisitions of data protection firms Axcient and SkyKick. These solutions are already available through the Pax8 Marketplace, providing MSPs with a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance their cybersecurity offerings. Ameer Karim, executive vice president and general manager of cybersecurity and data protection at ConnectWise, noted, "By integrating ConnectWise MDR into an MSP’s service offerings, partners can take proactive steps to safeguard valuable data and assets from ever-evolving cyber threats."
Looking Ahead: IT Nation Connect Event
As Pax8 continues to expand its cybersecurity capabilities, both companies plan to unveil additional details about their partnership at the upcoming IT Nation Connect event in November 2024. This event will serve as a platform for showcasing the innovative solutions that Pax8 and its partners are bringing to the market, further solidifying their commitment to empowering MSPs and enhancing data protection for SMBs.
Conclusion
Pax8’s strategic partnerships with Commvault and ConnectWise mark a significant step forward in enhancing cybersecurity offerings for managed service providers. By integrating advanced data protection solutions and threat detection capabilities into its marketplace, Pax8 is not only addressing the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by businesses but also empowering MSPs to deliver enterprise-level solutions to their clients. As the landscape of cybersecurity continues to evolve, Pax8’s commitment to innovation and collaboration positions it as a leader in the cloud commerce marketplace.