IT services stories

In 2026, IT channel partners will shift towards strategic advisory roles, guiding clients on AI adoption, integrated security, and OT compliance amid evolving demands.

Infotrust, formerly Spirit Technology Solutions, begins trading on ASX, uniting cyber security and IT services with over 250 experts across Australia.

By 2026, enterprises must prioritise security, adopt Network-as-a-Service, and navigate data sovereignty to safeguard connectivity and business value globally.

Abacus Group opens Dubai office in DIFC to meet soaring IT and cybersecurity demands of financial firms amid UAE's growing investment appeal.

Redsquid has launched a 24/7 managed Security Operations Centre after acquiring Cyberseer, enhancing its cybersecurity services across the UK.

Redsquid acquires UK cybersecurity firm Cyberseer, enhancing 24/7 threat detection with proprietary automation and expanding its managed services portfolio.

Nintex and Strateq partner to deliver tailored automation and orchestration solutions across South-East Asia’s finance, healthcare, and public sectors.

NetApp has nearly tripled its AI-certified partners in Asia Pacific, aiming to capture part of the USD $325bn IT services market by 2025 through its Partner Sphere programme.

Australian MSP AC3 builds resilience through decades-long partnerships with vendors like Cisco and Microsoft, ensuring seamless, trusted IT services for clients.

Trustmarque and Ultima have merged, forming a GBP £1 billion IT firm with 1,000 staff, poised to lead UK's digital transformation in AI and cloud services.

Fusion5 has acquired Kordia’s managed IT business, gaining 26 experts to boost its services while Kordia refocuses on core cybersecurity and connectivity sectors.

Australian organisations are prioritising AI, skills development and resilience to drive growth and enhance cybersecurity amid evolving threats and talent shortages.

Gamma and Crexendo have teamed up to offer global UCaaS solutions via Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, easing international expansion for service providers.

Canon Business Services ANZ expands its sales team with six hires to boost support and growth across Australia and New Zealand's technology sectors.

Trustmarque and Ultima are merging to form a UK IT giant with GBP £1bn revenue, combining expertise in cloud, cybersecurity, and digital innovation.

Zadara and Micro Support Group partner to offer sovereign AI cloud solutions with NVIDIA GPUs in the US Northeast, providing VMware alternatives with enhanced data sovereignty.

Rackspace Technology cut emissions by 10% in a year and aims for net-zero carbon by 2045, backed by Science Based Targets initiative validation.

Choosing between server and cloud software is crucial for insurance brokers seeking security, scalability and reliable access to client data anywhere.

Evergreen has acquired South Australian MSP Blackbird IT, expanding its reach across Australia and New Zealand to boost growth in the managed IT sector.

Barracuda updates BarracudaONE, boosting MSPs' email threat response up to ten times faster and automating billing with new PSA integrations.