Security teams and MSPs often use “patch management” and “vulnerability management” in the same breath, as if they mean the
Patch Management

What is patch management? A complete guide for MSPs and IT teams
Every IT environment runs on software that needs constant updating. Operating systems, browsers, business apps, the firmware on the network

The patch management process: A step-by-step guide
Most patching programs don’t fail because the team doesn’t know the steps. They fail in the gaps between them: the

Best patch management software in 2026: Ranked for MSPs and IT teams
With roughly 50,000 CVEs published in 2025 — a 22% jump over the prior year — the patch management tool

Patch management best practices: How to reduce risk faster
Most patch management best practices lists are interchangeable. Inventory your assets. Test before you deploy. Document a policy. Automate where
Patch management best practices: how to build a program that actually works
According to the 2026 Kaseya State of the MSP Report, 69% of MSPs offer patch and update management as a

MSP patch management: How to keep every client secure
Patch management is one of the highest-leverage services an MSP delivers. It runs every day in the background, satisfies a

Third-party patch management: Why it’s critical and how to automate it
The patch compliance dashboard says 96%. Windows is current, macOS is current, the security team signs off and the report

What are Update Rings and Why are they Important?
Keeping IT environments up-to-date with the latest software patches and updates is crucial for maintaining security, stability and performance. As an
