Acronis, a renowned global leader in cyber protection, has recently launched the MSP Academy, a groundbreaking training and development program for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). This initiative aims to equip MSPs with the essential knowledge, skills, and tools needed to excel and grow their businesses. The launch of the MSP Academy marks a significant expansion of Acronis’ educational offerings, highlighting their commitment to supporting the global MSP market.
For over a decade, Acronis has been providing extensive technology and business training on their products to service providers through their Acronis Academy. In 2022, partners who underwent training and certification saw a remarkable 60% increase in revenue from Acronis product sales and a 40% reduction in support incidents. In response to partner requests to broaden the training portfolio beyond product training, Acronis has introduced the MSP Academy.
The MSP Academy serves as a comprehensive learning platform designed to address the key challenges faced by MSPs. It covers a wide range of topics, including starting and running a successful MSP business, marketing strategies, and optimizing the efficiency and productivity of MSP technicians.
MSP Academy offers a customized education experience, allowing learners to explore specific topics or follow a structured learning path, said Jon McCarrick, Director of Evangelism at Acronis. He emphasized that the rapidly evolving technology and business landscape demands ongoing learning, and the MSP Academy is designed to meet the growing needs of MSPs.
The curriculum of the MSP Academy is meticulously crafted to provide training on all aspects of managing an MSP business. The content is structured to adapt to the rapid changes in technology, with bite-sized modules ranging from three to seven minutes, delivering impactful insights. Upon completion, participants can take an exam to receive a Credly badge, showcasing their qualifications and commitment to continuous learning.
Future initiatives from Acronis include hosting hybrid boot camps in collaboration with cloud distributors to offer an immersive learning experience that keeps learners up to date with industry advancements. Additionally, Acronis plans to introduce new online, hybrid, and offline multilingual training options to ensure that MSPs worldwide can benefit from the program.
Acronis stands out by providing integrated, automated cyber protection that tackles the challenges of the modern digital world, encompassing data protection and cybersecurity. Their innovative solutions include next-generation antivirus, backup, disaster recovery, and endpoint protection management powered by AI. With advanced anti-malware and blockchain-based data authentication technologies, Acronis protects any environment, be it cloud, hybrid, or on-premises, at a low and predictable cost.
The launch of the MSP Academy underscores Acronis’ dedication to empowering MSPs to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. By offering comprehensive training and development opportunities, Acronis aims to elevate MSPs’ capabilities, enabling them to provide top-notch services and drive business growth. As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the MSP Academy equips MSPs with the necessary expertise to stay ahead of the curve and deliver exceptional results for their clients.
