GTIA stories
Security and compliance worries are slowing AI rollouts at smaller firms, even as most report business gains from targeted use.
Attendees will hear more about turning AI into revenue, as the event focuses on security, growth and practical channel issues.
Most providers are using AI already, but only a minority have the governance and revenue models needed to turn it into growth.
Attendees can now book a place at San Diego's ChannelCon 2026, where GTIA will launch a new AI awards programme and offer free member entry.
GTIA names 2026 North America Spotlight Award winners, honouring IT channel leaders driving community, cybersecurity and diversity.
Smaller firms across Australia and New Zealand face rising cyber losses as vendors warn that AI, cloud sprawl and quantum risks are widening exposure.
ASCII members will gain access to GTIA's international network and research as the acquisition widens support for IT channel firms.
Recognition for cybersecurity, diversity and service providers highlighted the breadth of Australia and New Zealand's IT channel in Sydney.
Members will gain wider access to research, training and peer support as GTIA folds ASCII's community model into its global IT channel network.
A Sydney ceremony will honour IT channel leaders across Australia and New Zealand, with finalists spanning vendors, distributors and service firms.
Most firms still lack the policies and governance needed to turn widespread AI use in the IT channel into lasting business value.
SMB customers stand to benefit as Pax8 spotlighted partners and vendors across its marketplace, from Microsoft to smaller channel specialists.
Members have elected three industry veterans to the board for 2026-27, as GTIA refreshes leadership to guide its strategic direction.
Skills shortages and uneven adoption could slow UK and Ireland IT providers as AI services become the main growth bet over two years.
GTIA has launched PeerTrust Circles, a security-led peer network helping IT service leaders benchmark trust, resilience and maturity.
GTIA unveils Innovate Awards to honour deployed AI solutions delivering measurable business impact, with winners earning USD $20,000 each.
GTIA aims to boost its charitable giving to USD $5m in 2026, more than doubling the USD $1.91m it distributed to 45 non-profits in 2025.
Start Tech leader Ian Groves wins second three-year term on GTIA's UK and Ireland Executive Council, strengthening his role in the IT channel.
Dan Wensley has been appointed CEO of the Global Technology Industry Association, aiming to boost member growth and global IT community engagement.
