NerdioCon 2024, the sold-out IT channel event from Feb. 12-16 in the Dominican Republic, was a beacon of innovation and collaboration for managed services providers (MSPs) and the broader IT community.
The professional gathering at the Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort in Punta Cana featured multiple days of expert content, highlighted by strategic insights and partnerships poised to redefine the MSP landscape.
Here’s a look at some of the key developments:
- Keynote and Strategic Insights: Nerdio’s Natasha Boyko — vice president, partner programs & ecosystem and channel chief — set the stage for what was an insightful gathering. Chief Revenue Officer Joseph Landes‘ acknowledgment of Microsoft and sponsors’ pivotal roles underscored a key theme: Collaboration is the cornerstone of industry advancement. This was further exemplified by the 2023 achievements and the commitment to expand MSP training, doubling the programs in the US while sustaining the international engagements.
- Expanding MSP Training and International Innovation Days: Nerdio’s announcement to double its MSP training in the U.S. and continue its international outreach underscores the company’s dedication to empowering MSPs. Coupled with the initiation of Nerdio Innovation Days, in partnership with Microsoft, this move is designed to catalyze the adoption and optimization of desktop virtualization globally, a significant step towards enhancing MSP capabilities and service offerings.
- Betting on Microsoft: Landes’ confidence in Microsoft, declaring a joint victory in the MSP arena, was not just aspirational but a strategic revelation. This partnership underscores the importance of aligning with technology giants to leverage cutting-edge solutions, a mantra for MSPs aiming for market leadership.
- Advancing the Nerdio Mission and Product Innovations: Nerdio CEO Vadim Vladimirskiy‘s insights into the company’s evolving mission highlighted a focused intent to simplify IT management and maximize Microsoft cloud potentials. New capabilities like Console Connect, Unified App Management, and the Microsoft Asure’s Reserved Instances manager, among others, were showcased, demonstrating Nerdio’s commitment to facilitating a seamless, efficient MSP operation.
- Strengthening the MSP Ecosystem: Nerdio unveiled notable strategic partnerships with Rewst and RIMO3. Rewst CEO Aharon Chernin illustrated how along Rewst and Nerdio aim to elevate MSP and CSP automation capabilities. Meanwhile, the RIMO3 partnership promises to streamline enterprise integration by ensuring app compatibility within Nerdio Manager, a critical factor for MSPs focusing on enterprise-level service delivery.
Through strategic partnerships, innovative product enhancements, and a clear commitment to training and support, Nerdio has shown a clear commitment to drive success in the MSP sector. Vladimirskiy said the support and enthusiasm of the community are vital to navigating the path of transformation and excellence in IT services.
“I was proud to announce many new and exciting capabilities that the amazing Nerdio product team is delivering in 2024,” Vladimirskiy said in a LinkedIn post. “Thank you to our customers and partners for helping us drive this innovation, and a special thanks to the product team who listen to customers and build such amazing technology.”