By Guest contributor |
Selecting the right technology partner can make or break an organisation’s journey to the cloud. Coretek – a proud Microsoft managed partner with advanced specialisations and participation in programmes such as Certified Security Investigator (CSI), the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) and Azure Expert Managed Services Provider (MSP) – understands the paramount importance of aligning with a partner that can unlock funding capabilities and securely manage workloads.
The significance of attaining advanced specialisations is a testament to a partner’s expertise and proven success in specific areas such as cloud security, identity and access management and more. These specialisations ensure the partner possesses deep technical knowledge and has met rigorous standards set by Microsoft. For businesses, this means peace of mind and knowing they are working with a partner that has demonstrated proficiency and reliability in critical areas of cloud infrastructure and security.
Being part of initiatives like MISA and Azure Expert MSP solidifies Coretek’s position as a leader in the field. These programmes are designed to recognise and support partners who deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
For example, MISA members are experts in cybersecurity, providing advanced solutions and services that protect organisations from evolving threats. Coretek’s membership in MISA highlights our dedication to securing clients’ digital environments. In addition, being recognised as an Azure Expert MSP indicates that Coretek has met stringent requirements for delivering top-tier managed services on Azure. This designation assures clients of our ability to manage and optimise Azure environments effectively.
Our Microsoft-verified managed extended detection and response (MXDR) solution status is the first engineering verification of its kind for the managed security service provider (MSSP) partner community. Partners with this elite status have an MXDR solution that meets a high bar of criteria of security managed services across XDR technology, providing continuous security operations centre monitoring, incident response, proactive threat hunting, configuration management, and security information and event management offerings.
Another benefit of partnering with a Microsoft managed partner is access to funding opportunities. We can leverage Microsoft’s funding programmes to help clients offset the costs of cloud migration, optimisation and security enhancements. This financial support can be a game-changer for businesses looking to modernise their infrastructure without overextending their budgets.
Lastly, in today’s regulatory environment, working with a MSSP that is compliant with key standards such as ISO-27001, and System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC2 Type 2) is crucial. These certifications ensure that the MSSP follows best practices for security, risk management and compliance. This is particularly important for organisations operating in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), GCC-High and Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program environments, where strict security and compliance requirements must be met.
For example, the ISO-27001 standard specifies the requirements for establishing, implementing and maintaining an information security management system. It ensures that Coretek has a systematic approach to managing sensitive company information and data security. Meanwhile, SOC2 Type 2 compliance guarantees that our systems and processes meet rigorous criteria for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality and privacy. This compliance provides clients with the assurance that their data is managed with the highest level of care and integrity.
Overall, we believe that choosing a Microsoft partner with advanced specialisations and achievements in programmes like CSI, MISA and Azure Expert MSP is a strategic decision that unlocks tremendous value. Coretek’s commitment to excellence and deep partnership with Microsoft empower organisations to confidently move to the cloud, securely manage their workloads and maximise available funding opportunities.
Clint Adkins is chief revenue officer at Coretek
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