Barracuda Networks Wins Four CRN ARC Awards in 2026
Event summary
- Barracuda Networks won four CRN Annual Report Card (ARC) Awards in 2026 across multiple technology categories.
- Awards include Security: Email and Web Support Winner, Security: Endpoint Protection/Extended Detection and Response Managed & Cloud Services Winner, Storage: Data Recovery/Observability/Resiliency Partnership Winner, and Managed & Cloud Services Winner.
- Winners are selected based on direct feedback from solution providers evaluating vendors on product innovation, support, partnership programs, managed services capabilities, and overall commitment to partner success.
- Barracuda's BarracudaONE® cybersecurity platform was highlighted for enabling partners to deepen expertise, generate more qualified pipeline, increase recurring revenue, and scale their businesses with less complexity.
The big picture
Barracuda's four CRN ARC Award wins underscore the company's strategic focus on empowering channel partners through innovative cybersecurity solutions. The recognition highlights a broader industry trend where vendors are increasingly relying on robust partner ecosystems to drive growth and market penetration. Barracuda's success in this area positions it favorably against competitors, particularly as businesses of all sizes seek simplified yet comprehensive cyber resilience platforms.
What we're watching
- Partner Retention
- How Barracuda will sustain partner loyalty and growth given the competitive cybersecurity landscape.
- Product Innovation
- Whether Barracuda can maintain its innovation edge in email, endpoint protection, and data recovery solutions.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which Barracuda can expand its partner-first model into new markets or verticals.
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