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First Distribution recognised as Distributor Partner of the Year – EMEA finalist   Las Vegas, NV – December 2, 2024 – First Distribution is excited to announce it has been named a finalist of ‘Distributor Partner of the Year – EMEA’, recognising top AWS distributors that have provided significant contributions related to revenue and numberRead more

Hosting an impactful event or webinar requires precision, planning, and a platform you can trust. At First Distribution, we understand that every detail matters, which is why we are offering Zoom’s White Glove Event Services—a comprehensive solution designed to take the stress out of event management while delivering an exceptional experience for you and yourRead more

In the fast-paced world of cloud computing, First Distribution stands out as a key player, expertly guiding resellers to unlock the vast potential of Amazon Web Services (AWS). As both an AWS Distributor and Authorized Training Partner, First Distribution combines years of experience with a deep understanding of the cloud, ensuring that partners can navigateRead more

In today’s digital landscape, the prevalence of cyber threats has created an urgent need for businesses to adopt robust security solutions that not only respond to incidents but also proactively prevent them. Trend Micro Vision One, a Cybersecurity Platform, offers extended detection and response (XDR), advanced threat intelligence and proactive defence mechanisms to help organizationsRead more

Data fragmentation is a common challenge for companies with multiple data sources from different areas. IT managers and departments are challenged with the labour-intensive task of manually managing and classifying data for compliance and reporting. Sensitive data such as credit information, home addresses, banking details, and other personal client information must be protected and managedRead more

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, safeguarding data resilience has become a top priority for CIOs worldwide, with concerns escalating about cyber threats, exfiltration risks, and privacy breaches. In response to these challenges, First Distribution and Druva have joined forces to offer a streamlined solution for data resilience, security, and management. Andre Human, General ManagerRead more

Veritas Backup Exec Strengthens Ransomware Resilience for SMBs – available through First Distribution! Latest release of all-in-one data protection solution features new malware detection, role-based access control and faster backup and recovery. SANTA CLARA, Calif. – March 21, 2024 – Veritas Technologies, the leader in secure multi-cloud data management, today announced enhancements to Veritas Backup Exec, theRead more

Leading value-added distributor First Distribution is making it easier for its Dell resellers to get quotes, check inventory, and order products through the FDOnline platform. “With everyone moving to buying online, First Distribution has decided to join the trend and build our own online platform,” says Engela Minnaar, Dell CSG Brand Manager, at First Distribution.Read more

First Distribution and Smart Optics bringing cost affective, high bandwidth connectivity across Africa. Oslo, Norway – 23 January 2024 – Smartoptics, a leading provider of optical networking solutions, today announced that First Distribution, Africa’s leading value-added distributor for Datacentre, Cloud, Networking and Security products and services, will distribute Smartoptics products across Africa. The products willRead more

Join the revolution with First Distribution and Huawei Earlier this year, we proudly unveiled a dynamic partnership between HUAWEI and First Distribution at the eco-connect event. Beyond the renowned HUAWEI cloud offering, our Datacentre and Networking Business Units are thrilled to present the EBG and HUAWEI SME portfolios, marking a significant expansion in our techRead more