Cloud Perspectives

It’s been another great year for Westcoast Cloud and you, our partners. Thank you for all your support these past 12 months. With so much going on in the world right now, it’s going to be an interesting year ahead of us. But together, we’ll make it work. Happy New Year!

They’re smart. They’re dangerous. And they’re coming for your customers. No, we’re not being dramatic – Nobelium (a notorious cybercriminal group) really does pose a threat, and it’s greater than ever before.

You and your fellow partners have been calling for Microsoft to change a few things and Microsoft listened. Here’s a quick overview of what’s changed, and what it means for you.

These are testing times for SMBs. 60% fail within their first three years. And cyberattacks against SMBs have increased by 150% in the past two years. They need help. That’s why we also love Microsoft 365 Business Premium, is perfect for end users who need secure, remote work solutions, cyberthreat

Microsoft wants to support its partners to do so. That’s why, from October, Microsoft Partner Network will become the Microsoft Cloud Partner Program. Microsoft is taking steps to ensure that you’re best placed to deliver the best, most relevant cloud services for your customers.

Steve Miles is our Chief Technology Officer and a serious authority when it comes to Azure. We sat down with the man himself for a quick chat about why he loves Azure so much, and how CSPs can use it to grow their businesses.