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Microsoft CSP software renewals rise 5%
Pax8's October briefing covers a 5% uplift on monthly-billed annual software terms and a December switch to usage-based billing for new Copilot Business licenses.
TD SYNNEX to acquire BlueStar
The distributor signed a definitive agreement to buy BlueStar, a specialist in data capture, point-of-sale, RFID and related technologies, pending regulatory approval.
WEBIT Services becomes employee-owned
The Naperville, Illinois provider is now fully employee-owned after its founder partnered with Buildkin instead of selling to an outside buyer.
Softcat to buy General Datatech
H.I.G. Capital signed a definitive agreement to sell Dallas-based IT solutions provider GDT to an affiliate of Softcat at a $1.05 billion enterprise value.
Niobrara Capital buys MSP Corp
The U.S. private equity firm bought the founder-led Canadian managed IT platform and plans to expand it in Canada and into the U.S.
CyberMaxx acquires Avertium
The channel-focused MSSP bought Avertium to add Microsoft security, offensive security and GRC services, bringing new technology services distributor relationships with it.
Microsoft adds CSP growth margin in October
Pax8's September Microsoft update describes a new growth-based CSP margin, revised Change of Channel Partner rules and a partner agreement update taking effect December 1, 2026.
GTIA acquires The ASCII Group
The trade association bought the MSP community, folding about 1,300 ASCII member companies into GTIA with a dues credit and a lower combined annual cost.
ePlus buys Daymark Solutions assets
The solutions provider acquired assets of Daymark Solutions, a Microsoft Tier 1 CSP, to add Microsoft cloud, Copilot and security expertise in the Boston area.
Framewerx acquires AD Micro Technology
The Edmonton IT services firm bought a Vancouver-area managed services provider founded in 1992, adding a West Coast base and about 30% more staff.
Katalyst acquires Layer27 in North Carolina
Katalyst bought Durham MSP Layer27, its first tuck-in since e4n chose it as the first U.S. platform company for a midmarket managed services business.
Barracuda acquires Evo Security
Barracuda bought Evo Security, an identity and access management vendor built for MSPs, and plans to fold its tools into the BarracudaONE platform.
CompassMSP acquires The Logic Group
CompassMSP bought The Logic Group, a Philadelphia managed IT and cybersecurity provider, adding Mid-Atlantic coverage and clients in regulated industries.
New Microsoft Partner Agreement in December
Microsoft published a revised Microsoft Partner Agreement and CSP Program Guide for CSP partners, both taking effect December 1, 2026.
Microsoft 365 suite prices rise July 1
Microsoft told CSP partners a global Microsoft 365 pricing update would take effect July 1, 2026, and changed the format of a reconciliation file field.
Pax8 adds financial reporting to Marketplace
At Beyond 2026, Pax8 added subscription, revenue and invoice reporting tools to its Marketplace, with customizable invoice reports available from June 9.