ChannelWeb's top five most read

A rundown of last week's most-read stories

1) Microsoft partners poised for Surface 2 action

Resellers hopeful that second iteration of Microsoft's tablet will be unveiled at WPC and will be sold through the channel

2) SCH owner Rigby buys Exeter Airport

Sir Peter Rigby sets out ambitions to become a leader in regional airports and helicopter sector

3) HP tweaks PartnerOne programme

Vendor announces new tiering system as it aims to simplify its channel relationships and reduce certification complexity

4) Microsoft restructure 1 July will reshape devices and services

Redmond's major announcement about the vendor's future will focus on four reorganised divisions, US insiders say

5) IBM job cut toll doubles to 3,000 - union

Vendor boss Ginni Rometty comes under fire from staff union that claims she has neglected workers