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This blog is different from the ones you typically see from WatchGuard. It is because we are joining in the conversation about International Identity Day, which takes place on September 16, 2023. International ID Day is a movement to raise awareness and address the lack of identity, specifically the growing need for digital identities, as a fundamental right of people worldwide.

Today, we are excited to share that WatchGuard was named a winner in the 2023 INTERNET TELEPHONY Friend of the Channel Awards! This prestigious award recognizes companies that run world-class channel programs that attract top MSPs and go the extra mile to support their partners.

In today’s threat landscape, it is essential for companies to have a good cybersecurity strategy that is supported by cyber liability insurance. The global average cost of a data breach now reaches $4.45 million, according to IBM data. However, a 2022 survey highlights that only 19% of companies state that their insurance covers more than six hundred thousand dollars.

Historically, MSPs have offered a broad portfolio of outsourced IT products and services, but not cybersecurity. Demand for security services from companies of all types and sizes is rising significantly now due to the steady rise in cyberattacks. According to a recent survey, 52% of MSPs state that cybersecurity is the most requested offering by customers. Adding security services to their portfolios gives MSPs the opportunity to reinvent themselves and access a broader customer base.