Automation Theory

06/26/2026

Not all heroes wear green. Some sit in front of your web apps.🛡️

Zero-days, bots, suspicious traffic, and web app attacks don't wait for a convenient time to show up.

That's where a Proxy/WAF comes in.

Our Proxy/WAF adds a protective layer between your public-facing web apps and the threats targeting them, giving your team more confidence without unnecessary complexity.

Whether you're looking to learn more about zero-day protection, web application security, or how a Proxy/WAF can help protect your business, we've got resources to help.

👉 It's dangerous to go alone; learn more at automationtheory.com

06/19/2026

🔥🐻 Zero-Day Attacks Spread Fast. Is your MSP Ready?

A new vulnerability appears.

No patch is available yet.

Attackers are already scanning.

Now what?

That's why a Web Application Firewall (WAF) matters.

It can help:
🛡️ Block suspicious traffic
🛡️ Protect exposed systems
🛡️ Reduce risk while patches are released
🛡️ Give your team time to respond

You can't control when the next zero-day hits — but you can control how prepared you are.

💬 MSPs: What's your first move when a zero-day drops?

Emergency patching, firewall rules, isolation, or all of the above?

👉 Learn more: https://automationtheory.com

06/15/2026

⚙️ MSPs: What if software deployment and patching didn't require so many scripts?

Traditional third-party patching tools can only take you so far.

In our latest webinar, we showed how package management helps MSPs:
✅ Deploy software faster
✅ Simplify patching
✅ Reduce scripting
✅ Standardize client environments

If you're managing hundreds (or thousands) of endpoints, this is worth a watch.

🎥 Watch the recording: https://buff.ly/NCHICW7

What's the most frustrating application you have to maintain today?

Third-party patching remains one of the most frustrating challenges...

06/05/2026

⚠️ Windows Server 2016 hits End-of-Life on January 12, 2027

Sounds like plenty of time to migrate ConnectWise Automate… until it isn't.

Most MSPs don't think about migrations until they have to, and that's when things get stressful.

👉 Waiting too long can lead to:
❌ Downtime
❌ Security risks
❌ Rushed, complicated upgrades

Server migrations aren't something most teams do often, and that's exactly why planning matters.

✔️ Understand your environment
✔️ Plan your upgrade path
✔️ Avoid last-minute surprises

We've helped MSPs approach Automate migrations to minimize risk and keep things running smoothly.

If your is starting to plan yours, here's a helpful place to start:

👉 https://buff.ly/sAZZKQE

Don't wait until it becomes urgent.

04/15/2026

⚙️ Running ConnectWise Automate? This update matters.

MySQL 8.4 is officially supported and brings significant improvements in performance, security, and stability.

But here's the catch 👇
Upgrading isn't always straightforward… and doing it the wrong way can lead to downtime or broken integrations.

In our new blog, we cover:
🔹 What's new in MySQL 8.4
🔹 Why MSPs should start planning now
🔹 The fastest & safest upgrade approach
🔹 What to watch out for during the process

If you're still on MySQL 8.0, now's the time to start thinking ahead—especially with EoL around the corner.

👉 Check it out here: https://buff.ly/r6pmXIV

Have questions about upgrading your Automate server? Drop them below 👇

04/10/2026

MSPs — there's a better way to handle Patching

Tired of:
❌ Multiple tools for different apps
❌ Manual installs and one-off fixes
❌ Patching that doesn't scale across clients

👉 Package management solves this.

With packages, you can:
✅️ Bundle apps together
✅️ Deploy everything at once
✅️ Keep software updated automatically
✅️ Handle edge cases without breaking everything

We explain how it works (and why it's the future for MSPs) in our latest blog:
👉 https://thirdpartypatching.com/msp-third-party-patching/
🎥 Want to see it live?

Join our FREE webinar on April 16 @ 11 AM (Central) where we'll walk through:
✔️ Real demos (installs, meta packages, quick pushes)
✔️ How to simplify patching across ALL your clients
✔️ Practical ways to start using this today

👉 Save your seat: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2417750622298/WN_edYJ9BxmS2qVz6cf6w-z8w

Third-party patching is clunky for MSPs. Poor tooling and logistical challenges plague the niche, but package-based approaches solve this.

04/01/2026

🚨 Free Webinar for MSPs – Ready to fix third-party patching for good?

Struggling with third-party patching? You're not alone.

We're hosting a live webinar to show you a better, modern way to manage patching, built specifically for MSPs 👇

🗓 April 16th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Central)

What you'll see:
✅ Why traditional patching tools fall short
✅ What makes "packages" different (and better)
✅ Live demos, including installs, meta packages & more
✅ How to simplify and scale patching across your clients

Plus, we'll wrap with a live Q&A so you can get your questions answered.

👉 Save your seat here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2417750622298/WN_edYJ9BxmS2qVz6cf6w-z8w

Tag someone on your team who handles patching 👇

Third-Party Patching has been an afterthought in the MSP industry for years. Join us for a free webinar on the best methodologies for a modern approach to third-party patching via package management.