Backup Immutability: A Practical Guide for MSPs and End Users
As someone who spends a lot of time doing demos and performing health checks for MSPs, one thing has become incredibly clear to me: the difference between a smooth recovery and a business stopping disaster often comes down to whether immutable backups are in place....
Announcing the retirement of Paul Leslie
Honouring a long‑standing member of the Bluechip Infotech New Zealand teamAfter 29 years supporting customers and partners across New Zealand, on 31 March 2026 Paul Leslie will be retiring from Bluechip Infotech New Zealand. Paul has been a highly respected figure...
Why MSPs should rethink Backup with Cove Data Protection
I have seen firsthand how MSPs benefit when they move away from legacy backup solutions. The combination of efficiency, security, and simplicity is more than just marketing language; it translates into real-world resilience for SMBs and peace of mind for MSPs. Cove...
A Practical Starter Guide to SMB1001 Alignment
SMBs are increasingly targets for cyber threats. Aligning with the SMB1001 standard isn't just about compliance but building a foundation of trust. Here are some beginner steps on how you can successfully guide your customers through the process:1. Assess and Educate...
ManageEngine Updates – January 2026
ManageEngine Partner Meet 2026A snapshot of our Bluechip Infotech ANZ team at the ManageEngine Partner Meet 2026 in Chennai, India. It was a fantastic opportunity to dive into meaningful conversations around UEMS solutions and what lies ahead. Stay tuned to our...
A Practical AI Governance Playbook By Lansweeper
Employees are increasingly accessing AI enabled tools, browser extensions, and local applications outside formal IT channels. This creates a significant visibility gap with unmanaged security, privacy, and compliance risks.Unapproved AI tools may access or transmit...
UC Channel Update – January 2026
In this update: (January 2026) Happy New Year 2026 3CX’s Latest Product News Yealink Product News Grandstream Product News Demo Equipment Case studies - stories sell products! Join our LinkedIn UC community to see the news first Happy New Year 2026We hope you all had...
How MSPs Can Use SMB1001 to Boost Security Awareness Among Their SMB Customers
Small and medium‑sized businesses are facing more cyber threats than ever, yet most still struggle with the basics—limited resources, low cybersecurity awareness, and complex requirements that feel out of reach. That’s exactly why the SMB1001 cybersecurity framework...
Cyber Threat Report 2025: What IT Resellers Need to Know and How to Stay Ahead in 2026
The cyber threat landscape in New Zealand is evolving faster than ever. The National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) latest Cyber Threat Report 2025 highlights five critical Judgements that every organisation and every IT reseller should pay attention to. These are not...
Practical Ways MSPs Can Expand Product Adoption in Existing Customers
Here’s a practical, no‑fluff playbook any MSP can use to increase the number of products and services their customers buy. These steps work across SMB, mid-market, and enterprise MSP models and don’t require huge marketing budgets—just process and consistency. ...