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Datacentrix and HPE join forces in Alexandra to assist with SMBs and youth development initiative
South Africa-based hybrid IT systems integrator and managed services provider ( MSP ), Datacentrix has continued its ongoing efforts to enable economic development , by participating in a project that will specifically target small businesses and local youth .
The MSP has joined long-term partner Hewlett Packard Enterprise ( HPE ) in supporting the new Greater Alexandra Chamber of Commerce ( GALXCOC ) Digital Hub and Township Incubator , launched in early March by the Minister of Small Business Development , Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams .
“ Broad economic growth and small business development are two areas that are highly dependent on an efficient , integrated and connected network of support platforms , such as these digital hubs and incubators ,” explained Billy Mabena , General Manager , Public Sector Sales , Datacentrix .
“ This project , and the many others embarked upon by SEDA and the Department of Small Business Development that aim to provide small innovative digital start-ups with the required support , will have a significant impact in addressing our socio-economic challenges .”
The Fourth Industrial Revolution ( 4IR ) presents a plethora of digital opportunities across all industries , said Mabena . “ What is also accurate , especially for South Africa , is that for this programme to succeed , it requires private / public partnerships that will provide small innovative digital start-ups with the muchneeded business infrastructure ,” he said .
Billy Mabena , General Manager , Public Sector Sales , Datacentrix
Delinea worldwide channel momentum continues to deliver substantial growth
Damon Tompkins , Chief Revenue Officer , Delinea
Delinea , a global provider of privileged access management ( PAM ) solutions for seamless security , has announced momentum in the company ’ s global channel highlighted by worldwide revenue performance . Delinea partners including VARs , systems integrators , MSPs , and distributors delivered substantial growth in bookings for fiscal year 2021 .
“ Privileged access management is the centre of many cybersecurity strategies . Our partners help organisations secure their digital transformation , bringing them the benefits of readily customisable , scalable , and robust PAM solutions ,” said Damon Tompkins , Chief Revenue Officer , Delinea . “ The Delinea partner channel spans the globe and counts on us for a PAM partnership built on innovation , insight , and integrity .”
“ Many of our customers are accelerating their Digital Transformations . Delinea provides advanced PAM solutions that deliver a seamless user experience , whether they are deployed on-premises or in the cloud ” said Mohammad Ismail , VP Sales , Shifra . “ Integrating Delinea solutions in our portfolio gives us the opportunity to help our clients optimise their security strategy and investments , supporting them throughout their transformation journey .”
Spencer Young , Regional VP , EMEA , Delinea , said : “ Delinea ’ s go-to-market model in EMEA is 100 % partner channel-based , and our partners have been rapidly turning to Delinea to provide cloud-ready seamless privileged access management ( PAM ) solutions to their customers .” •
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