MSP Success with Acronis Academy (EP 808)
Jon McCarrick reveals how Acronis is reshaping the future of MSP education through its Academy programs, offering vendor-neutral training for technicians and business owners while addressing key industry challenges like hiring shortages and sales inefficiencies. Learn about the evolution of Acronis from backup solutions to a comprehensive CyberProtect portfolio that integrates cybersecurity, RMM, and PSA tools.
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · Jon McCarrick
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Show Notes
Acronis has taken a bold step in addressing the challenges faced by Managed Service Providers (MSPs) worldwide through its innovative educational initiatives—the Acronis Academy and MSP Academy. In this engaging conversation, Jon McCarrick dives into how these programs provide vendor-neutral training to help technicians gain crucial skills, business owners navigate growth strategies, and sales teams improve their effectiveness in the unique MSP landscape.
Jon also highlights how Acronis evolved from being a trusted name in backup solutions to offering a cutting-edge CyberProtect portfolio that integrates cybersecurity, RMM, and PSA tools into one seamless system. With features like ransomware protection and patch rollbacks tied directly to backups, Acronis ensures businesses can recover swiftly and securely from cyberattacks.
Additionally, Jon discusses the role of AI in curriculum development, enabling rapid creation of multilingual training materials while maintaining high-quality standards. He shares details about upcoming paid courses that offer college-level credentials recognized by universities globally—an exciting opportunity for technicians seeking career advancement.
Links:
- Acronis Academy - academy.acronis.com
- Acronis Cyber Protect - acronis.com
- Play.AI (AI-Powered Text-to-Speech) - play.ht
- Smartcat (Translation Management System) - smartcat.com
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