The Buzz: Distribution sales surge 29%, Guardz adds browser security, and Microsoft expands AI networking
Today’s headline news for Canadian IT solution providers:
North American IT distribution revenue surges 29 percent to record $28.9 billion
North American IT distribution revenue reached a record $28.9 billion in the third quarter of 2026, an increase of 29.2 percent year over year, according to new research from IDC.
The November 2 findings come from IDC’s North America Monthly Distribution Tracker, powered by the Global Technology Distribution Council.
AI infrastructure was the primary growth driver.
Enterprise infrastructure revenue increased 140.1 percent, components and…
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