What MDR Means for MSPs with Dave MacKinnon

What MDR Means for MSPs with Dave MacKinnon

May 30, 2024

In this conversation, Dave MacKinnon, Chief Security Officer at N-able, talks to Pete Roythorne about Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and its relevance for MSPs. They explore the differences between MDR and other technologies, the benefits of MDR for MSPs, and the cost effectiveness of implementing MDR. Dave highlights the challenges of building a Security Operations Center (SOC) and emphasizes the importance of technology selection and effective threat detection in MDR. He also explains how MSPs can communicate the benefits of MDR to their customers and the role of resiliency in protecting businesses. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the implementation process of MDR.

Key Takeaways

· MDR goes beyond detection and includes response capabilities to contain risks and protect businesses.

· MDR offers a cost-effective solution for MSPs compared to building and maintaining a SOC.

· Key considerations for MSPs in selecting MDR include technology compatibility, effective threat detection, and integrated response capabilities.

· MDR helps MSPs enhance their customers' resiliency by minimizing risks and protecting critical systems.

· Implementing MDR involves leveraging existing technology investments and focusing on effective monitoring and response.

Disclaimer: This podcast provides educational information about issues that may be relevant to information technology service providers. Nothing in the podcast should be construed as any recommendation or endorsement by N-able, or as legal or any other advice. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by N-able employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of N-able or its officers and directors. The podcast may also contain forward-looking statements regarding future product plans, functionality, or development efforts that should not be interpreted as a commitment from N-able related to any deliverables or timeframe. All content is based on information available at the time of recording, and N-able has no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

https://www.n-able.com

Connect with N-able:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/NableMSP/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/n-able
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Nable