Program Provides MSPs with Exclusive Solution Access, Discounts, Rebates and Training to Deliver Unmatched Cybersecurity Defenses with the Sophos Central Platform
Sophos, a recognized global leader in advanced cybersecurity solutions, has launched a powerful new initiative aimed at accelerating business growth for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The MSP Elevate program is designed to provide MSPs with a host of valuable tools, resources, and differentiated offerings that enhance their cybersecurity services, strengthen their customers’ defenses, and reward business growth with further investment.
As cyber threats become more complex and sophisticated, businesses increasingly rely on MSPs for comprehensive, 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring and management. In fact, Managed Detection and Response (MDR) has become a key service offering, with 81% of MSPs providing MDR solutions, according to the latest Sophos MSP Perspectives 2024 report. MSP Elevate empowers these providers to stand out by offering exclusive benefits such as an advanced Sophos MDR service to enhance their value proposition.
One of the greatest challenges for MSPs is managing multiple cybersecurity platforms, which can lead to significant overhead and time spent on routine tasks. MSPs report that consolidating platforms could reduce their management time by 48%. The MSP Elevate program addresses this by offering Network-in-a-Box bundles that allow MSPs to manage their entire network stack via the unified Sophos Central platform, which minimizes manual intervention and frees up resources for business growth. Moreover, addressing the shortage of in-house cybersecurity talent, Sophos solutions automatically respond to threats, reducing the burden on MSPs’ teams and boosting their capacity to enhance customer defenses.
“MSP Elevate is just the beginning of a series of business-enhancing programs we’ll be rolling out following the strategic partnership between Sophos and Secureworks,” said Chris Bell, Senior Vice President of Global Channel, Alliances, and Corporate Development at Sophos. “We are committed to investing in our partners’ success, recognizing their growth, and offering exclusive access to solutions, discounts, training, and more. This program is designed to ensure MSPs have the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.”
Key Benefits of the Sophos MSP Elevate Program:
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Exclusive Access to Sophos MDR Bundle for MSPs
This bundle includes the Sophos MDR Complete premium service tier, which offers 24/7 incident response, 1-year data retention, Sophos Network Detection and Response (NDR), and integration packs that provide full visibility across customer environments to expedite threat detection and response. -
Simplified Sales Process
The new MDR bundle makes it easier for MSPs to meet all current and future MDR needs by offering a single SKU for deployment, streamlining the sales process and reducing overhead. -
Discounted Network-in-a-Box Hardware Bundle
MSPs gain access to advanced network security products at discounted rates, including Sophos Firewall, Sophos Switch, and Sophos Wireless Access Points. These solutions integrate seamlessly and are managed through Sophos Central to automate threat responses. -
Growth-Based Rebates
The program rewards MSPs for increasing their monthly Sophos billings, recognizing those who grow their business while delivering high-quality services to their customers. -
Architect-Level Training Courses
MSPs are equipped with in-depth training on Sophos Endpoint and Sophos Firewall, helping to build internal capabilities for better service delivery. -
Exclusive Access to Sophos Summits
As an MSP Elevate participant, MSPs will receive invite-only access to hands-on training, exclusive Ask the Experts sessions, and events where they can meet with Sophos executive leadership and influence the company’s future direction. -
Future Benefits
Sophos will continue to introduce new benefits to the program, further enhancing MSPs’ profitability and customer defense capabilities.
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“MSP Elevate enables MSPs to deploy an MDR service with no gaps in coverage, leveraging full telemetry from the customer’s environment,” said Raja Patel, Chief Product Officer at Sophos. “This not only improves threat detection and response but also maximizes returns on existing technology investments. As customers’ environments evolve, our service adapts, ensuring their cybersecurity remains future-proof.”
The MSP Elevate program is non-exclusive and allows MSPs to sell Sophos’ best-in-class cybersecurity solutions through the Sophos Central platform, including Sophos MDR, Sophos Endpoint powered by Intercept X, and Sophos Firewall. To access the program’s benefits, MSPs must commit to a minimum monthly spend for a 12-month period and be part of the MSP Flex program, which enables monthly billing for Sophos solutions.
“Joining MSP Elevate was an easy decision for us,” said Craig Faiers, Sales Director at Arc. “The program takes our already successful relationship with Sophos to the next level, providing superior MDR services that not only differentiate us in a competitive market but also enhance our customers’ cybersecurity defenses.”
Sophos’ MSP Elevate program is designed to help MSPs scale their businesses by delivering innovative solutions that meet the growing cybersecurity needs of businesses around the world. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, MSPs equipped with these exclusive offerings will be better positioned to provide their clients with cutting-edge protection and support.