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The Buzz: ePlus buys Daymark, Cohesity expands Aspire partner program, and Exclaimer builds an MSP lane

ePlus acquired Daymark Solutions for $36M, expanding its Microsoft cloud services. Cohesity updated its partner program with new specializations and rebates. Exclaimer launched MSP Connect for MSPs. IBM Consulting deployed AI agents for security. CrowdStrike's CBO discussed AI threats. CRN published its Fast Growth 150 list.

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Published Aug 26, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

Med
01

Why it matters

The acquisition is a strategic move to deepen Microsoft cloud capabilities, potentially improving ePlus's competitive position.

02

Market read

Primary relevance stems from the M&A deal; other program announcements are peripheral.

03

What to watch

Integration risk and potential overlap with existing ePlus assets could dilute benefits.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 7/10Timing: Monday announcement

Background

ChannelBuzz daily roundup covering multiple vendor announcements; the ePlus acquisition is the primary new corporate event.

Market effects

Sector

Strengthens the Microsoft cloud services segment and may pressure peer VARs.

Regional

Boosts the Northeast US channel market as ePlus expands its footprint.

Global

Limited to channel and cloud services sector.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Deal size may be too small to materially affect ePlus earnings, limiting upside.

Key entities

  • Company
    ePlus

    US-listed IT solutions provider (ticker EPX) acquiring Daymark.

  • Company
    Daymark Solutions

    Boston‑area Microsoft cloud partner being acquired.

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