Print.IT Reseller - issue 77

Stoke Reads partners with International Paper 600 families have received activity packs thanks to a partnership between Stoke Reads and the International Paper Company. Distributed via local 15 primary schools, each pack contained writing activities, craft ideas, puzzles and a section of high quality paper and card for families. Some of the writing activities were based on Story Quest, an initiative run by Stoke Reads and funded by Sport England that encourages families to explore their local areas by following a story trail packed with local facts, history and physical challenges. Antony Mackie, International Paper Country Manager United Kingdom & Ireland, said: “Literacy is a signature cause for International Paper, and we are very happy to support and contribute to the Stoke Reads campaign. We relocated our UK office to Stoke-on-Trent in 2019 and want to make a positive impact to the surrounding communities. This campaign makes a difference to families in the local area, and I’d like to thank National Literacy Trust for letting us be part of it.” www.internationalpaper.com Interactive tech summit Cybersecurity expert, Kaspersky hosted tech experts from its partner community all across Europe, in an interactive Tech Summit around the evolving threat landscape. The event provided a platform for lively debate and a chance for partners to engage in deep conversation around some of the biggest discussions dictating the industry, including: cloud adoption in cybersecurity, industrial security, Kaspersky roadmap, threat intelligence insights/outlook and tech news in managed services. Gianfranco Vinucci, Head of Global Pre- Sales, said: “We are committed to continually updating and enhancing the products and services we offer to our partners and customers. Open engagement and interactive channels are central to facilitate information sharing and healthy discussion to further the success of our partnerships and future evolution of the company. The first Tech Summit event in Europe has given us a valuable forum for exchange to gain vital feedback from our partner community on how we can further strengthen relationships and enhance ongoing support and success with Kaspersky.” www.kaspersky.co.uk Paessler and Flowmon Networks team up IT monitoring specialist Paessler and Flowmon Networks have integrated their solutions to bring together comprehensive IT monitoring capabilities with AI-powered analysis and advanced security features. The integration ensures availability, performance and security for IT environments. For IT specialists using Flowmon together with PRTG, the new integration offers significant benefits: extensive IT monitoring, combined with in-depth flow analysis, joined to deliver maximum transparency; detection of unusual behaviour, insider threats and DDoS attacks, monitor firewalls, virus scanners, and back-ups; monitoring Flowmon with PRTG assures availability based on PRTG’s included failover. www.paessler.com Konica Minolta recognised by IDC Konica Minolta has been named a ‘Leader’ in the IDC MarketScape: ‘ Worldwide Print Transformation 2020 Vendor Assessment ’ August 2020. The company has pursued an approach to significantly grow its product portfolio and capabilities in IT services. The report notes that “…customers seeking more than just a refresh of their printer/MFP portfolio and more of a vision of the workplace’s evolution into the future may want to consider Konica Minolta.” Olaf Lorenz, Senior General Manager, Digital Transformation Division at Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe, said: “The new normal of hybrid offices will accelerate the need for a more connected and intelligent digital workplace – one that enables remote access to business critical workflows and data at all times. Our mission is to help our customers reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation.” www.konicaminolta.co.uk Zscaler extends VMware partnership Cloud security company Zscaler, has announced an expanded partnership with VMware to help organisations simplify security in the new, dynamic workplace. By more closely aligning the next-generation networking and security capabilities from both companies, Zscaler will work with VMware to help large global enterprises simplify the adoption of a complete secure access service edge (SASE) architecture and more effectively implement zero trust security. www.zscaler.com/vmware BULLETIN Vestel launches digital partner programme Vestel Visual Solutions has launched VIP, its digital partner programme. Available via a mobile app and web page, the portal provides channel partners with quick and easy access to the necessary sales tools and support required to grow their business. The portal, designed in collaboration with partners, features sales information such as stock availability and pricing of the latest Vestel AV products, after-sales support, product and training videos, content and case studies. It also comprises a Vestel communications guide, marketing assets and sales incentives, with prizes including Love2shop vouchers or a FHD or UHD TV - all of which are available through a tiered incentive system. Partners still have access to the personal relationships they need in a digital way, providing direct access to a dedicated account manager, as well as the option of face-to-face or online training. In addition to the necessary tools required for business growth, Vestel partners will gain access to the latest industry trends and information across the education, retail, hospitality and corporate sectors, helping them to plan their business strategies accordingly. www.vestelvisualsolutions.com PRINTITRESELLER.UK 11 Olaf Lorenz Shortlists www.printitawards.co.uk