In an era of increasing cyber threats and stringent regulations, the Managed Service Providers (MSPs) industry faces unprecedented challenges in maintaining cybersecurity and compliance. Dave MacKinnon, Vice President and Chief Security Officer of N-able, emphasizes the importance of treating cybersecurity and compliance as a “team sport,” where sharing information and ecosystem cooperation are vital for success. Instead of merely ticking off regulatory checklists, initiatives like those led by N-able aim to enhance cyber resilience, ensuring that businesses can swiftly react to and recover from disruptions such as cyberattacks and weather events.
For MSPs, one of the most daunting challenges is understanding and implementing regulations like CMMC 2.0 and NIS2. These regulatory frameworks impose specific responsibilities on service providers, but many MSPs are still grappling with the details of their obligations. Recognizing this gap, N-able has taken proactive steps to foster collaboration among MSPs through a platform where partners can share best practices and learn from one another’s experiences. This collaborative approach not only helps MSPs navigate the complexities of compliance but also reduces the overall burden of regulatory requirements.
N-able’s commitment to collaboration and shared resilience is further evidenced by its strategic acquisition of Adlumin Inc. This acquisition enhances N-able’s capabilities in security, unified endpoint management, and data protection solutions. It aligns with their broader philosophy of building a robust and resilient cybersecurity environment for MSPs, their partners, and ultimately their end clients. By integrating Adlumin’s advanced technologies, N-able demonstrates its dedication to providing comprehensive security solutions that address the evolving threats and challenges faced by MSPs.
Navigating the Complex Regulatory Landscape
The global compliance landscape is notably diverse and complex, posing significant challenges for MSPs operating in different regions. To assist MSPs in navigating these varied regulatory environments, N-able has established a Global Compliance Advisory Council. This council, composed of experts from different regions, provides invaluable guidance to MSPs, helping them understand and adapt to local regulatory requirements. By doing so, N-able ensures that its solutions are not only future-proofed but also globally applicable, addressing the nuanced needs of different markets.
N-able’s inclusive and holistic approach is highly appreciated by MSPs like UK-based Simon Beckett, who underscores the importance of considering international compliance requirements. Beckett notes that a comprehensive focus on overall resilience will ultimately make annual compliance audits less burdensome. This perspective is echoed by Brent Yax of Awecomm Technologies, who acknowledges the widespread confusion surrounding regulatory compliance but believes that N-able’s initiatives will spark important industry-wide discussions. These conversations are essential in building a deeper understanding of cybersecurity and compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and shared learning.
Beyond addressing regulatory compliance, N-able’s efforts are geared towards creating a resilient ecosystem where MSPs can thrive. By emphasizing collaboration and information sharing, N-able empowers MSPs to build stronger defenses against cyber threats. The Global Compliance Advisory Council plays a crucial role in this endeavor, providing MSPs with the expertise and insights needed to navigate the complex regulatory landscape. This collaborative framework not only helps MSPs meet their compliance obligations but also strengthens their overall cyber resilience, ensuring they are better equipped to handle future challenges.
Building a Cyber-Resilient Ecosystem
In today’s world of increasing cyber threats and strict regulations, the Managed Service Providers (MSPs) industry encounters significant challenges in maintaining cybersecurity and compliance. Dave MacKinnon, Vice President and Chief Security Officer of N-able, stresses the need to treat cybersecurity and compliance as a collaborative effort, comparing it to a “team sport.” He notes that sharing information and collaborating within the ecosystem are crucial for success. N-able’s initiatives focus not just on ticking regulatory checklists but on enhancing cyber resilience, ensuring businesses can quickly react to and recover from disruptions such as cyberattacks and weather events.
A key challenge for MSPs is understanding and implementing regulations like CMMC 2.0 and NIS2. Many MSPs struggle with their specific responsibilities under these frameworks. To address this, N-able has fostered collaboration among MSPs through a platform for sharing best practices and learning from each other’s experiences. This cooperative approach aids MSPs in navigating compliance complexities and reduces the regulatory burden.
N-able’s dedication to collaboration and resilience is highlighted by its strategic acquisition of Adlumin Inc. This acquisition bolsters N-able’s security, unified endpoint management, and data protection solutions, reinforcing their commitment to a robust cybersecurity environment for MSPs and their clients. Integrating Adlumin’s advanced technologies underscores N-able’s dedication to offering comprehensive security solutions that address the evolving challenges faced by MSPs.
