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Channel Post MEA
7 days ago
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Broadcom Refines Partner Strategy And Program
Broadcom has refined its partner strategy and program over the past 18 months to align with its go-to-market mission to deliver the industry-leading private cloud platform that fuels its customers' innovation. The focus is on partners that can lead customers through transformation to a modern private cloud and help them unlock the full potential of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), said Brian Moats, Senior Vice President, Global Commercial Sales and Partners at Broadcom. As a result of this strategic direction and a comprehensive partner review, Broadcom is reducing the number of partners authorized to resell VMware solutions in the Americas, and Asia-Pacific and Japan regions. This decision will enable Broadcom to focus on deepening its relationships with those partners who are committed to delivering the transformative customer experience around VMware solutions, as demonstrated by their historical performance levels, technical and other relevant expertise, and ability to make the investments necessary to offer customers the levels of service they expect and deserve, says Moats. To enable more focused investment and deeper support for these partners, the Broadcom Advantage Partner Program for VMware Resellers is being streamlined from four to three tiers: Pinnacle, Premier and Select. The Registered tier is being retired, as the vast majority of customer impact and business momentum comes from partners operating within the top three tiers. Enhanced program requirements The requirements for participation in the program are also being increased: Pinnacle partners will be required to hold Expert Advantage Professional Services Partner status, demonstrating advanced capability in the deployment and implementation of VCF. Alternatively, partners can qualify by maintaining a dedicated Small and Medium Business practice that supports scalable adoption. Pinnacle and Premier partners will be required to maintain dedicated sales and technical resources, ensuring they are equipped to support customer engagements across the lifecycle. Pinnacle and Premier partners will execute joint business plans with VMware to ensure alignment and delivery with mutual results. All partners must remain active and in good standing. Partners who no longer meet the minimum program requirements or have not demonstrated consistent engagement will be transitioned As a result of this streamlining, some customers will need to transition to a new partner relationship. That's why the partners selected to move forward with Broadcom will carry a greater responsibility and a higher standard of performance. Broadcom is entrusting this focused group with a broader set of customers and, in return, expect them to lead with excellence, operate at scale, and deliver real impact on the journey to a modern private cloud. These developments give customers access to a stronger, more capable partner ecosystem —one built to support IT modernization, fast-track AI initiatives, and strengthen cyber resilience, all powered by VMware Cloud Foundation, according to Moats. For partners, this is an opportunity to differentiate on value. With more customer opportunities, retained partners will have a more relevant and impactful role in the VMware business. 0 0
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
AU cuts include campus police, lacrosse programs
ANDERSON — In an effort to trim costs, Anderson University is disbanding its campus police department and eliminating its men's and women's lacrosse programs. In place of the campus police department, AU will be transitioning to a safety and security staffing model, according to an email from the office of incoming President Scott Moats. Instead of reducing services, the university's approach to campus safety is being modernized 'to improve access, efficiency and student-centered care,' according to the email. Services like campus video surveillance, blue light safety stations, escort services for students and key card access to buildings will remain in place. AU also plans to continue its partnership with local police agencies for a 'rapid and professional response to any major incidents.' In a letter to AU students and families, Moats, who will officially become AU's sixth president June 1, said student safety is the highest priority. 'This change is part of a thoughtful transition based on national best practices, tailored to our location and campus community,' Moats said. 'The model focuses on maintaining a strong, visible safety presence while emphasizing prevention and care — consistent with what's common at small, private universities nationwide.' University officials said they are taking steps to ensure the campus environment would continue to help students thrive, according to the email. It mentions AU is currently putting a plan in place that is 'focused on fiscal responsibility, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth.' The elimination of the lacrosse programs comes as several other small universities in the Midwest either cut or consider cutting their lacrosse programs amid budget restraints and difficulty in maintaining roster sizes. The women's and men's lacrosse NCAA Div. III programs were started in 2018 under President John Pistole, who is retiring at the end of this month. The Ravens women's lacrosse team had two coaches and 17 players, including four seniors, on the roster this spring, as reflected on the university's website. Twelve of the players attended high school in Indiana, three in Ohio, and two in Illinois. The women's team had its best records this spring and last, finishing 8-8 both years. The 2025 season ended with a 19-4 loss in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference tournament against Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, on May 3. The AU men's lacrosse team had two coaches and 19 players but no seniors for the 2025 season, according to the school's website. Just four of the players went to high school in Indiana, where lacrosse is not sanctioned as a varsity sport for boys or girls by the state high school athletic association. Six of the AU players this spring are from Illinois, three from Kentucky, two from Ohio and one apiece from Georgia, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Florida. The best record for the men's team came in 2023, when the Ravens won seven of their 12 games. This year, they finished 3-12. Like the women's spring, the men's season ended with an HCLC tournament loss, 30-3, to Transylvania in Lexington The men's and women's lacrosse teams often had to travel out of state for competition. During the 2025 season, just four of the men's 14 opponents and just three of the women's 14 opponents came from colleges located in Indiana. The elimination of the lacrosse programs leaves AU with 18 varsity sports, nine for each gender.
CBC
09-03-2025
- Business
- CBC
Saskatchewan farmers brace as China imposes tariffs on crops
Social Sharing Saskatchewan farmers are feeling the weight of an escalating global trade war after China announced retaliatory tariffs on Canadian canola oil, peas and oil cakes. The move follows the federal government's decision on Oct. 1 to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and a 25 per cent levy on its aluminum and steel products. Bill Prybylski, president of the Agriculture Producers Association of Saskatchewan, says producers saw this coming. "We're not surprised," Prybylski said. "Ever since the federal government announced tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, it was highly anticipated that the Chinese government would retaliate in some manner." Sylvain Charlebois, director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, says China's decision is part of a strategic geopolitical move. "China has a history of using tariffs as a political tool," Charlebois said. "This isn't just about trade — it's about exerting pressure on Canada." Prybylski says canola is a cornerstone of Saskatchewan's economy, with about 20 million acres seeded annually. Lee Moats, a Saskatchewan farmer and former board member of Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, says the tariffs are going to hurt farmers in western Canada. "Canola and peas are two very important markets for western Canadian farmers," Moats said. "In a world of uncertainty, this just adds a new and disturbing level of uncertainty for us." Prybylski says China and the United States are the province's biggest export markets, meaning any disruption in trade has serious financial consequences for producers. "Anytime there's a tariff like this, it's going to affect prices," Prybylski explained. "When there was talk of tariffs going into the United States, our canola prices took a sharp drop. They've since recovered somewhat, but now they're on a decline again. This is just going to exacerbate the situation." Moats agrees. "If we're shut out of these marketplaces, that would have a very significant and perhaps catastrophic impact on our canola industry," he said. Moats says farmers like himself have no choice but to move forward in this new market reality. "We have no way of impacting what the governments of the U.S. or China do. We're just having to adapt. This will be a test of whether we have the resilience and financial planning to tolerate a shock to our marketplace."
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Higher-education veteran Scott Moats appointed Anderson University president
ANDERSON — Scott Moats, a veteran of higher education, has been appointed by the Anderson University Board of Trustees as the university's sixth president. Moats will begin serving as AU's chief operating officer March 1, 2025, and will become president June 1, 2025. John Pistole, AU's current president, announced his retirement in August 2024. Pistole will officially retire May 31 after serving as president for a decade. Moats expressed excitement about leading Anderson University. 'It is an honor to become Anderson University's sixth president and serve as COO in the interim,' Dr. Moats said in an AU press release. 'I am inspired by AU's century-long commitment to Christ-centered education and its legacy of developing leaders who impact the world for God's kingdom. 'My wife, Sheryl, and I look forward to becoming part of the Anderson community and serving alongside its dedicated faculty, staff and students.' Moats has more than 30 years of higher education experience, including leadership and academic roles. He also served as a consultant, evaluator and accreditation liaison officer for the Higher Learning Commission, an independent agency with a mission to 'advance the common good through quality assurance of higher education as the leader in equitable, transformative and trusted accreditation in the service of students and member institutions,' according to its website. Moats earned a Ph.D in educational policy and administration from the University of Minnesota, as well as an MBA from Crown College and an from Alliance Theological Seminary. Pistole's tenure at Anderson University has been marked by several curriculum expansions that have allowed the university to become more influential in the fields of cybersecurity and engineering. AU has added 17 new undergraduate majors, along with certificate offerings, a biblical studies certificate fully in Spanish and a master's degree in organizational leadership. Pistole said Moats will be a good fit for AU. 'Dr. Moats' expertise, vision and faith-driven leadership will be a tremendous asset to the university,' Pistole said. 'As I prepare to retire, I am confident that Anderson University is in capable hands and will continue to thrive under his guidance. His dedication to Christian higher education ensures a seamless transition, and I look forward to seeing how God uses him to lead this institution into its next season.'
