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Microsoft 365 Defender Configuration Status Report

Identify issues with Microsoft 365 Defender configuration, listing customers needing configuration to ensure that the native security monitoring is properly configured and notifying you of security issues

Key 2025 Microsoft updates for MSPs

With recent changes in pricing, licensing, product lifecycles, and more rolling out, here is a breakdown of what’s new and what it means for you.

Empowering MSPs for 2025: Highlights from the Dutch IT Channel Interview

SkyKick’s acquisition by ConnectWise, new product innovations, and how MSPs can leverage these advancements to deliver unmatched value to their customers

Preparing SharePoint for Copilot for Microsoft 365

When preparing for Copilot, we made it easier to understand the current sharing permissions for SharePoint Online.

45% of Microsoft CSP renewals take place this quarter – are you prepared? 

Microsoft uses Q1 as a strategic launchpad for pricing changes, product updates, and new features, making it the perfect time for you to deepen customer relationships and drive additional value.

Apply Microsoft 365 Security Baselines

We created the ‘Apply Microsoft 365 Security Baselines v2’ command, which enables you to apply a baseline/framework to a customer or customers in a few clicks. 

New Features: Delegated Authentication & Cross Restore for SharePoint & Teams

We are starting 2025 strong with 3 new capabilities that will accelerate resolution velocity and empower our partners to offer even more value to their customers.

Customers can go solo with Copilot purchases: what MSPs should be prepared for

As we look toward 2025, many are preparing to have AI-readiness conversations, with data protection as a starting point.

IT Nation Connect 2024 – SkyKick Recap  

IT Nation Connect brought together MSPs, industry leaders, and experts for an amazing event packed with inspiration, innovation, and impactful announcements

Upcoming Microsoft 365 Annual Pricing Increase and its Impact on Your MSP Practice in 2025

With this update on the horizon, now is the perfect time to prepare for smooth conversations with your customers. Let’s dive into the details and explore what this change means for you and your customers.

Mastering the Corporate Data Lifecycle: An Essential Guide for MSPs

With the rapid adoption of Microsoft Teams, organizations have seen a surge in the number of channels created, causing new challenges in corporate data management.

Introducing Cloud Security for M365

We are excited to announce that M365 security has a new home inside the SkyKick Partner Portal. It’s called Cloud Security for Microsoft 365.

The Hidden Risks of Deleting Microsoft Teams Channels in a Growing Environment 

With the rapid adoption of Microsoft Teams, organizations have seen a surge in the number of channels created, causing new challenges in corporate data management.

Prepare for Microsoft 365 mandatory MFA

Some of the common reasons why many companies do not have MFA enabled across all their users. 

Security Manager’s Arsenal of Automation

Security Manager workflows were designed specifically for MSPs to manage their customers’ security, both individually and in bulk.

Don’t get caught off guard! Microsoft’s updates to unlicensed OneDrive accounts and what you can do about it

Microsoft is updating its storage policies for managing unlicensed OneDrive for Business accounts, with these changes expected to take effect in early 2025.

SkyKick fully adheres to NIS2 and attains Cloud Security Alliance STAR Level 2 Certification

We are thrilled to announce two significant milestones that underscore SkyKick’s commitment to excellence in cybersecurity and data protection. SkyKick […]

Keep Calm and Carry On – Enabling Business Continuity with new Cross-User Restorations for SkyKick Cloud Backup 

Cross-user restoration means ensures that important information remains accessible to the right people, regardless of staffing changes. 

Understanding AI: Protecting Corporate Data in AI-Driven Environments

As AI increasingly relies on both public and private data to generate meaningful insights, protecting corporate data becomes paramount.

Accelerate AI Transformation with FY25 MSFT Incentives

Microsoft recently shared that they are doubling down on AI Transformation, creating exciting new opportunities for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). […]