'Customer focus', 'customer obsession' and 'customer first' should surely be at the front of every organisation, but are they? Are we solely relying on technology to solve customer outcomes? Is it old fashioned to say that listening, understanding and being empathetic and solving challenges equally are more important than the tech we provide? This time, we tackle all these questions and much more on Explain I.T, where we talk tech in simple, jargon free language.This podcast is hosted by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Technology Director. Joining Dean are Softcat’s Head of Customer Experience, Amy Bain; and James Dukes, Head of Partner Services Sales - EMEAR at Cisco.This episode was completed in partnership with Cisco, an organisation Softcat work very closely with on numerous projects. Cisco is a major player in the technology industry with a wide range of products and services that help connect people and businesses around the world. Ask questions, send us an email to explainit@softcat.com Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.com This podcast is produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Customer focus', 'customer obsession' and 'customer first' should surely be at the front of every organisation, but are they? Are we solely relying on technology to solve customer outcomes? Is it old fashioned to say that listening, understanding and being empathetic and solving challenges equally are more important than the tech we provide? This time, we tackle all these questions and much more on Explain I.T, where we talk tech in simple, jargon free language.This podcast is hosted by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Technology Director. Joining Dean are Softcat’s Head of Customer Experience, Amy Bain; and James Dukes, Head of Partner Services Sales - EMEAR at Cisco.This episode was completed in partnership with Cisco, an organisation Softcat work very closely with on numerous projects. Cisco is a major player in the technology industry with a wide range of products and services that help connect people and businesses around the world. Ask questions, send us an email to explainit@softcat.com Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="http://Softcat.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a> This podcast is produced by<a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/5aa8e857e24b6aad241a1fe1/episodes/www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

A customer for life, not just for Christmas!

Welcome to episode five of season six of Softcat’s ‘Explain IT’ podcast series. We are here to Explain IT. Our team of experts talk tech in simple, jargon free language. This time we’re discussing technology in the education sector. Think of this as the sequel to the first education episode we released in season five - you can listen again to that episode here.This podcast is hosted by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Technology Director. Joining Dean are Softcat’s head of education, Rachael Clay; and account chief technologist for education, Alex Pearce. To educate us all we also welcome a very special guest, Ricardo Santos from our fabulous friends at Cisco. This episode is sponsored by Cisco, an organisation Softcat work very closely with on numerous projects. Cisco is a major player in the technology industry with a wide range of products and services that help connect people and businesses around the world. Ask questions, send us an email to explainit@softcat.com Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.com This podcast is produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode five of season six of Softcat’s ‘Explain IT’ podcast series. We are here to Explain IT. Our team of experts talk tech in simple, jargon free language. This time we’re discussing technology in the education sector. Think of this as the sequel to the first education episode we released in season five - <a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it-season-5-episode-10-higher-education" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">you can listen again to that episode here</a>.This podcast is hosted by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Technology Director. Joining Dean are Softcat’s head of education, Rachael Clay; and account chief technologist for education, Alex Pearce. To educate us all we also welcome a very special guest, Ricardo Santos from our fabulous friends at Cisco. This episode is sponsored by Cisco, an organisation Softcat work very closely with on numerous projects. Cisco is a major player in the technology industry with a wide range of products and services that help connect people and businesses around the world. Ask questions, send us an email to explainit@softcat.com Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="http://Softcat.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a> This podcast is produced by<a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/5aa8e857e24b6aad241a1fe1/episodes/www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

BETT on Education

We asked an AI to make us a podcast and this is the result. Just kidding, we don’t trust technology, so we are doing it the old-fashioned way and having a chat about this exciting new technology.To share some fabulous insights, podcast host Dean Gardner is joined by Softcat’s resident AI expert and Account Chief Technologist Andrew Hermsen and the true pioneer of the cloud marketplace, Darren Sharpe from our amazing friends at Microsoft. In this episode we discuss what this ChatGPT and chat AI stuff all about; what are the advantages and disadvantages of using such technology; the potential dangers of using this type of technology and whether this is a new space race but on the internet.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We asked an AI to make us a podcast and this is the result. Just kidding, we don’t trust technology, so we are doing it the old-fashioned way and having a chat about this exciting new technology.To share some fabulous insights, podcast host Dean Gardner is joined by Softcat’s resident AI expert and Account Chief Technologist Andrew Hermsen and the true pioneer of the cloud marketplace, Darren Sharpe from our amazing friends at Microsoft. In this episode we discuss what this ChatGPT and chat AI stuff all about; what are the advantages and disadvantages of using such technology; the potential dangers of using this type of technology and whether this is a new space race but on the internet.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by <a href="https://www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Podcast Coach.</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

ChatGPT, make me a podcast!

Your organisation will be hit by a security breach. It's inevitable.But how can you survive Armageddon if Ben Affleck and Bruce Willis aren’t available?Our experts are on a mission to guide you through the murky black hole of being breached. To share insights Softcat’s CTO Dean Gardner is joined by colleague Kieron Newsham and Ian McShane from Arctic Wolf.So what do you do when your security is breached? Listen to find out! If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your organisation will be hit by a security breach. It's inevitable.But how can you survive Armageddon if Ben Affleck and Bruce Willis aren’t available?Our experts are on a mission to guide you through the murky black hole of being breached. To share insights Softcat’s CTO Dean Gardner is joined by colleague Kieron Newsham and Ian McShane from Arctic Wolf.So what do you do when your security is breached? Listen to find out! If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by <a href="https://www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Podcast Coach.</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Breach For Impact

This week, we talk all things data and the value that everyone is trying to mine, extract and use - data.To share insights, we are joined by two amazing guests today; Francois Zimmerman from our friends Tableau and Eva Murray from one of Softcat’s newest friends, Snowflake.Why does data now appear to be a priority for almost everyone? How does an organisation build a data strategy? How will Data growth impact how AI continues to evolve? All these questions and more are answered on this episode, so let's dive in.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we talk all things data and the value that everyone is trying to mine, extract and use - data.To share insights, we are joined by two amazing guests today; Francois Zimmerman from our friends Tableau and Eva Murray from one of Softcat’s newest friends, Snowflake.Why does data now appear to be a priority for almost everyone? How does an organisation build a data strategy? How will Data growth impact how AI continues to evolve? All these questions and more are answered on this episode, so let's dive in.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Private, Public, Hybrid…no it’s a Data Cloud!

Welcome to Season 6 of Softcat's podcast, Explain I.T.Every episode, our team of experts are here to talk tech in simple, jargon free language.To launch season 6 of our podcast we're here to predict your tech for 2023. We'll be discussing what is on the cusp of revolutionising the world aswe know it. Basically, we’re attempting to show that don’t need to travel to Davos on an all-expenses paid trip to provide tech insight to a general audience!To share insights, podcast host Dean Gardner - Softcat’s Field Chief Technology Officer - is joined by a panel of Chief Technologists.We welcome back Kerion Newsham, CT for Security, Tal Gandham. CT for Hybrid Infra and Data, Thomas Rowley, CT forNetworking &amp; Connectivity and the leader of the illustrious pack Adam Harding, CT for Digital Workspace.The tech hiring boom of covid appears to be no more. Why are so many big tech companiesmaking mass layoffs? Is there an opportunity for channel providers to support our customers if there are anyuncertainty? There's a lot to discuss...If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 6 of Softcat's podcast, Explain I.T.Every episode, our team of experts are here to talk tech in simple, jargon free language.To launch season 6 of our podcast we're here to predict your tech for 2023. We'll be discussing what is on the cusp of revolutionising the world aswe know it. Basically, we’re attempting to show that don’t need to travel to Davos on an all-expenses paid trip to provide tech insight to a general audience!To share insights, podcast host Dean Gardner - Softcat’s Field Chief Technology Officer - is joined by a panel of Chief Technologists.We welcome back Kerion Newsham, CT for Security, Tal Gandham. CT for Hybrid Infra and Data, Thomas Rowley, CT forNetworking &amp; Connectivity and the leader of the illustrious pack Adam Harding, CT for Digital Workspace.The tech hiring boom of covid appears to be no more. Why are so many big tech companiesmaking mass layoffs? Is there an opportunity for channel providers to support our customers if there are anyuncertainty? There's a lot to discuss...If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Tech Predictions of 2023

Today we are discussing key business developments that we’ve seen over the last 12 months with an eye clearly on the year ahead. What is an Account Chief Technologist? Is tech the answer to every business problem? What do you envisage being priorities for many organisations?To help answer these questions and much more, podcast host Dean Gardner is joined by a panel of Softcat’s Account Chief Technologists:James Seaman - working in Softcat's office of CTOPhillipa Winter - working in health care and central governmentAndy Lamb - working with corporate customersDylan Foster Edwards - Technology Director for SoftcatThis episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are discussing key business developments that we’ve seen over the last 12 months with an eye clearly on the year ahead. What is an Account Chief Technologist? Is tech the answer to every business problem? What do you envisage being priorities for many organisations?To help answer these questions and much more, podcast host Dean Gardner is joined by a panel of Softcat’s Account Chief Technologists:<ul><li>James Seaman - working in Softcat's office of CTO</li><li>Phillipa Winter - working in health care and central government</li><li>Andy Lamb - working with corporate customers</li><li>Dylan Foster Edwards - Technology Director for Softcat</li></ul> This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

There’s No Business Like Tech Business!

It might be the end of the year, but we are certainly embarking on an era of unique challenges for us all to deal with. One thing is certain, there will be opportunities and advancements in technology and in this episode we tackle the lot.To share insights, I am joined by our panel of Chief Technologists:Tal GandhumAdam HardingKieron NewshamThomas RowleyThis episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It might be the end of the year, but we are certainly embarking on an era of unique challenges for us all to deal with. One thing is certain, there will be opportunities and advancements in technology and in this episode we tackle the lot.To share insights, I am joined by our panel of Chief Technologists:<ul><li>Tal Gandhum</li><li>Adam Harding</li><li>Kieron Newsham</li><li>Thomas Rowley</li></ul>This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Welcome To The End Of The Beginning

Simple, jargon free language is the name of game on the Explain I.T podcast and this time, we're talking about the important subject of Higher Education.As a follow up to our Integrated Care episode, this is another special episode. To share insights and answers this week are Rachel Clay (Softcat's Head of Education), Microsoft MVP Alex Pearce (one of Softcat's Account Chief Technologists) and regular podcast guest Adam Louca (Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security).As season 5's penultimate episode, a potential dramatic finale awaits, will this be Adam Louca's final episode on the show?This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simple, jargon free language is the name of game on the Explain I.T podcast and this time, we're talking about the important subject of Higher Education.As a follow up to our Integrated Care episode, this is another special episode. To share insights and answers this week are Rachel Clay (Softcat's Head of Education), Microsoft MVP Alex Pearce (one of Softcat's Account Chief Technologists) and regular podcast guest Adam Louca (Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security).As season 5's penultimate episode, a potential dramatic finale awaits, will this be Adam Louca's final episode on the show?This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat.If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Higher Education

Welcome to another episode of Softcat’s Explain IT podcast.We are here to Explain IT. Our team of experts will be here to talk tech in simple, jargon free language. We’ll be discussing new trends and ideas as well as solutions to everyday problems in this fascinating and ever changing world of tech.An edge towards cloud, dramatic huh?To share insights and answers, regular podcast guest Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security joins us today. So does our very special guest, Author, Engineer and currently CTO at Cloudflare, John Graham-Cumming.What is an edge location?Are edge locations different from a Cloud platform?Are datacentres closing or evolving into edge locations? Should edge be factored into an organisations IT strategy as cloud is today?Join us as we answer these and much more on another episode of Explain I.T.This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat .If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at Softcat.comThis podcast is produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of Softcat’s Explain IT podcast.We are here to Explain IT. Our team of experts will be here to talk tech in simple, jargon free language. We’ll be discussing new trends and ideas as well as solutions to everyday problems in this fascinating and ever changing world of tech.An edge towards cloud, dramatic huh?To share insights and answers, regular podcast guest Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security joins us today. So does our very special guest, Author, Engineer and currently CTO at Cloudflare, John Graham-Cumming.What is an edge location?Are edge locations different from a Cloud platform?Are datacentres closing or evolving into edge locations? Should edge be factored into an organisations IT strategy as cloud is today?Join us as we answer these and much more on another episode of Explain I.T.This episode is hosted by Dean Gardner, Field CTO at Softcat .If you have a burning question, or an opinion on our topics you'd like to share, send us an email to explainit@softcat.comYou can also get in touch with us through live chat or directly on WhatsApp. Text us or send a voice note to +447548759732.Make sure you follow the ExplainIT podcast in all the usual places and join us on a fascinating journey through the wonderful world of tech. You can also find out more anytime you like at <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.softcat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat.com</a>This podcast is produced by <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

An Edge Towards Cloud

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Explain IT

In this episode we talk to our experts about 5G; what it is, how it works and what’s in it for organisations. Host Michael Bird is joined by Craig Lodzinski, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for emerging technologies and Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for security. Together they explore what the next generation of cellular mobile communication might look like, when we can expect it to emerge, and how, in practical terms, it will benefit us from a personal, as well as business, perspective.Further LinksDigital WorkspaceSoftcat's IT PrioritiesCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureIT IntelligenceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e05/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk to our experts about 5G; what it is, how it works and what’s in it for organisations. Host Michael Bird is joined by Craig Lodzinski, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for emerging technologies and Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for security. Together they explore what the next generation of cellular mobile communication might look like, when we can expect it to emerge, and how, in practical terms, it will benefit us from a personal, as well as business, perspective.<h2> </h2><h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e04/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e05/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

In this episode, host Michael Bird finds out how becoming digitally enabled can make a difference to organisations of all sizes, and how to start the digital transformation journey. Sam Routledge, Softcat's CTO and Matt Hunt, Chief Client Officer at mobile app development company, Apadmi, join Michael to share why digital transformation matters now, and they look at a real life case study that reduced and streamlined the way the NHS gathered data. They also outline four simple steps to take in order to best prepare for digital transformation, and the process of shaping and creating a bespoke solution.___Further LinksIntroducing the NHS Donorpath app: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uQHGDKdM-s&amp;feature=youtu.beGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E5https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Michael Bird finds out how becoming digitally enabled can make a difference to organisations of all sizes, and how to start the digital transformation journey. Sam Routledge, Softcat's CTO and Matt Hunt, Chief Client Officer at mobile app development company, Apadmi, join Michael to share why digital transformation matters now, and they look at a real life case study that reduced and streamlined the way the NHS gathered data. They also outline four simple steps to take in order to best prepare for digital transformation, and the process of shaping and creating a bespoke solution.___Further LinksIntroducing the NHS Donorpath app:<a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uQHGDKdM-s&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uQHGDKdM-s&amp;feature=youtu.be</a>Get in Touch<a href="https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E5</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Digital Transformation

In this episode we take a look at artificial intelligence and machine learning. Host Michael Bird, together with Craig Lodzinski, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for emerging technologies, and Matt Armstrong-Barnes, Chief Technologist for artificial intelligence at HPE, delve into the history of AI and explore its roots as well as looking at what the future holds for it. They also look at AI application in business and how it can help organisations today. ______ Further LinksAlex Krizhevsky's original paper on ImageNetHPE's poker playing AI bot Softcat's IT PrioritiesHybrid InfrastructureIT IntelligenceDigital WorkspaceCyber SecurityGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e02/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look at artificial intelligence and machine learning. Host Michael Bird, together with Craig Lodzinski, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for emerging technologies, and Matt Armstrong-Barnes, Chief Technologist for artificial intelligence at HPE, delve into the history of AI and explore its roots as well as looking at what the future holds for it. They also look at AI application in business and how it can help organisations today. ______ <h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://papers.nips.cc/paper/4824-imagenet-classification-with-deep-convolutional-neural-networks.pdf " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex Krizhevsky's original paper on ImageNet</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzDHSuI6PWg " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HPE's poker playing AI bot </a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e02/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e02/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

AI and Machine Learning

In this episode, we dive into the world of unstructured data. We look at exactly what it is, the best way to store it, and the challenges we face when it comes to security and recovery. Andy Hardy, EMEA region vice president of cloud storage company, Nasuni, and Dylan Foster-Edwards, Softcat’s head of the office of the chief technologists join host Michael Bird to look at what the future holds for unstructured data.Further LinksNusani Multi-Cloud Approach to File Storage webinarSoftcat's IT PrioritiesIT IntelligenceCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureDigital WorkspaceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e08/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive into the world of unstructured data. We look at exactly what it is, the best way to store it, and the challenges we face when it comes to security and recovery. Andy Hardy, EMEA region vice president of cloud storage company, Nasuni, and Dylan Foster-Edwards, Softcat’s head of the office of the chief technologists join host Michael Bird to look at what the future holds for unstructured data. <h2> </h2><h2>Further Links</h2> <a href="https://info.nasuni.com/5-reasons-to-take-a-multi-cloud-approach-to-file-storage-webinar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nusani Multi-Cloud Approach to File Storage webinar</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <h2> </h2><h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e08/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e08/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Unstructured Data

In this episode we talk about multi-cloud – what it is, when it’s going to get here, and how it might affect organisations. Our experts also debunk some myths around multi-cloud – host Michael Bird is joined by Softcat’s Chief Technologist for data and emerging technology, Craig Lodzinski, Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for cloud as Jaspreet Singh, founder and CEO of cloud data protection and management software company Druva.Further LinksSoftcat's IT PrioritiesIT IntelligenceCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureDigital WorkspaceDruvaGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk about multi-cloud – what it is, when it’s going to get here, and how it might affect organisations. Our experts also debunk some myths around multi-cloud – host Michael Bird is joined by Softcat’s Chief Technologist for data and emerging technology, Craig Lodzinski, Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for cloud as Jaspreet Singh, founder and CEO of cloud data protection and management software company Druva. <h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a><a href="https://www.druva.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Druva</a> <h2> </h2><h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Multi-cloud

In this episode, we look at the future of work and workspace. Host Michael Bird is joined by Softcat’s Chief Technologist for modern workspace, Adam Harding, as well as Rebecca Monk, Softcat’s HR director. Together they explore how work workspace is evolving and what that means for organisations and their staff.Further LinksSoftcat's IT PrioritiesIT IntelligenceCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureDigital WorkspaceCIPDDeloitte InsightsGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we look at the future of work and workspace. Host Michael Bird is joined by Softcat’s Chief Technologist for modern workspace, Adam Harding, as well as Rebecca Monk, Softcat’s HR director. Together they explore how work workspace is evolving and what that means for organisations and their staff. <h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a><a href="https://www.cipd.co.uk/news-views/changing-work-views/future-work" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CIPD</a><a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/insights/us/en/focus/technology-and-the-future-of-work.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Deloitte Insights</a><h2> </h2><h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Future of Work and Workplace

In this episode, host Michael Bird talks to Softcat's CTO, Sam Routledge, Tim Jeans, Softcat's Datacentre and Cloud Practice Manager and Paul Petty, Laing O'Rourke's Infrastructure Team Leader about what a hyper-converged infrastructure is and how it's worked for Laing O'Rourke. They discuss the importance of forward planning when looking at your infrastructure options, as well as the practicalities of implementing a hyperconverged infrastructure and the benefits that come with it. ____ Get in Touch https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E4 https://twitter.com/softcat https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Michael Bird talks to Softcat's CTO, Sam Routledge, Tim Jeans, Softcat's Datacentre and Cloud Practice Manager and Paul Petty, Laing O'Rourke's Infrastructure Team Leader about what a hyper-converged infrastructure is and how it's worked for Laing O'Rourke. They discuss the importance of forward planning when looking at your infrastructure options, as well as the practicalities of implementing a hyperconverged infrastructure and the benefits that come with it. ____ Get in Touch <a href="https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E4</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Hyper-converged Infrastructure

In this episode we take a look at quantum computing; what it is, what is does and when we can expect to see it emerge. Fujitsu’s CTO for the UK product business, Martin Myers and Softcat’s Chief Technologist for data and emerging technology, Craig Lodzinski join host Michael Bird to explain and explore all the exciting possibilities of quantum computing.Further LinksCommercialise Quantum technologies in 5 years, publication in Nature from the Google team (2017)Shor’s Algorithm paperAdvances in Quantum Machine LearningGreat video explaining Shor’s Algorithm and how it breaks large factor cryptographyA Quantum von Neumann Architecture for Large-Scale Quantum Computing’ (Building a Quantum Computer using classical architectural principles and the Intel 4004 design)The Fujitsu Digital Annealer Softcat's IT PrioritiesIT IntelligenceCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureDigital WorkspaceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look at quantum computing; what it is, what is does and when we can expect to see it emerge. Fujitsu’s CTO for the UK product business, Martin Myers and Softcat’s Chief Technologist for data and emerging technology, Craig Lodzinski join host Michael Bird to explain and explore all the exciting possibilities of quantum computing. <h2>Further Links</h2> <a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/pub-tools-public-publication-data/pdf/45919.pdf " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Commercialise Quantum technologies in 5 years, publication in Nature from the Google team (2017</a>)<a href="https://arxiv.org/pdf/quant-ph/9508027.pdf " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shor’s Algorithm paper</a><a href="https://arxiv.org/pdf/1512.02900.pdf " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advances in Quantum Machine Learning</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvTqbM5Dq4Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Great video explaining Shor’s Algorithm and how it breaks large factor cryptography</a><a href="https://arxiv.org/pdf/1702.02583.pdf " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Quantum von Neumann Architecture for Large-Scale Quantum Computing’ (Building a Quantum Computer using classical architectural principles and the Intel 4004 design)</a><a href="https://www.fujitsu.com/global/digitalannealer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Fujitsu Digital Annealer</a> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <h2> </h2><h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e09/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Quantum Computing

In this episode Explain IT returns for a second season with host, Michael Bird, where he's joined by some of Softcat's Chief Technologists; Craig Lodzinksi, Dean Gardner, Dylan Foster-Edwards and Adam Harding. This episode kicks off the new year with a focus on the team's predictions for technology in 2019, separated out into our four IT priority areas; Hybrid Infrastructure, Digital Workspace, Cyber Security and IT Intelligence. Each of the guests discuss their predictions for the year, giving it a score out of 10 on how likely it is we'll still be discussing the topic this time next year. ______  Further Links Softcat's IT Priorities Hybrid Infrastructure IT Intelligence Digital Workspace Cyber Security Get in Touch https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e01/ https://twitter.com/softcat https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Explain IT returns for a second season with host, Michael Bird, where he's joined by some of Softcat's Chief Technologists; Craig Lodzinksi, Dean Gardner, Dylan Foster-Edwards and Adam Harding. This episode kicks off the new year with a focus on the team's predictions for technology in 2019, separated out into our four IT priority areas; Hybrid Infrastructure, Digital Workspace, Cyber Security and IT Intelligence. Each of the guests discuss their predictions for the year, giving it a score out of 10 on how likely it is we'll still be discussing the topic this time next year. ______ <h2>Further Links</h2> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2> <a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e01/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e01/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

2019 Tech Predictions

In this episode we look at some of the major security threat trends and hear some real life examples of when things have gone wrong and how to avoid similar situations. Host Michael Bird is joined by Matt Helling, Softcat’s head of cyber security services and Dan Wiley, head of incident response at Checkpoint, a leading provider of cyber security services. Together they look at practical ways to protect yourself from threats, and look ahead to how security threats are developing and what to expect in the future.Further LinksCyber SecuritySoftcat's IT PrioritiesHybrid InfrastructureIT IntelligenceDigital WorkspaceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e04/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at some of the major security threat trends and hear some real life examples of when things have gone wrong and how to avoid similar situations. Host Michael Bird is joined by Matt Helling, Softcat’s head of cyber security services and Dan Wiley, head of incident response at Checkpoint, a leading provider of cyber security services. Together they look at practical ways to protect yourself from threats, and look ahead to how security threats are developing and what to expect in the future. <h2> </h2><h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e04/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e04/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Security Trends

In this episode we talk about some exciting developments in healthcare IT. Host Michael Bird looks at the structure of the NHS and some of the challenges they face, together with Phillipa Winter and Brett Walmsley from Bolton Foundation NHS Trust and Softcat’s Chief Technologist for healthcare, James Seaman. They also explore some of the user-centred innovations that the Trust has used to assist clinicians and patients with E-obs as well as hospital entertainment, and the possibility of rolling these things out to other Trusts.Further LinksSoftcat's IT PrioritiesHybrid InfrastructureIT IntelligenceDigital WorkspaceCyber SecurityGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e03/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk about some exciting developments in healthcare IT. Host Michael Bird looks at the structure of the NHS and some of the challenges they face, together with Phillipa Winter and Brett Walmsley from Bolton Foundation NHS Trust and Softcat’s Chief Technologist for healthcare, James Seaman. They also explore some of the user-centred innovations that the Trust has used to assist clinicians and patients with E-obs as well as hospital entertainment, and the possibility of rolling these things out to other Trusts. <h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e03/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e03/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Future of IT in Healthcare

In this episode we take a look into the future of AI and how it might affect organisations and individuals. Host Michael Bird is joined by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for cloud as well as Joe Baguley, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer EMEA at VMware. Together they discuss the ethical side of AI as well as its potential for development, and also its limitations.Further LinksJoe's blog on the future of AI in the workplaceSoftcat's IT PrioritiesIT IntelligenceCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureDigital WorkspaceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e07/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look into the future of AI and how it might affect organisations and individuals. Host Michael Bird is joined by Dean Gardner, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for cloud as well as Joe Baguley, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer EMEA at VMware. Together they discuss the ethical side of AI as well as its potential for development, and also its limitations. <h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.vmware.com/radius/artificial-intelligence-future-ai-jobs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe's blog on the future of AI in the workplace</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e06/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e07/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Rise of the machines

In this episode we dig into supply chain attacks – we look at their history, their potential impact on organisations and the steps we can take to protect against attacks. Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security, Adam Louca, and Senior Security Consultant at XQ Cyber, Rob Hillier join host Michael Bird to offer their expert advice and guidance as well as looking at what we might expect from the future of supply chain attacks.Further LinksTrending Asus supply chain attackCitrix breech articleSoftcat's IT PrioritiesCyber SecurityHybrid InfrastructureIT IntelligenceDigital WorkspaceGet in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e06/https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we dig into supply chain attacks – we look at their history, their potential impact on organisations and the steps we can take to protect against attacks. Softcat’s Chief Technologist for Security, Adam Louca, and Senior Security Consultant at XQ Cyber, Rob Hillier join host Michael Bird to offer their expert advice and guidance as well as looking at what we might expect from the future of supply chain attacks. <h2> </h2><h2>Further Links</h2><a href="https://www.cnet.com/news/hackers-took-over-asus-updates-to-send-malware-researchers-found/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trending Asus supply chain attack</a><a href="https://www.citrix.com/blogs/2019/03/08/citrix-investigating-unauthorized-access-to-internal-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Citrix breech article</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Softcat's IT Priorities</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/cyber-security/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber Security</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/hybrid-infrastructure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hybrid Infrastructure</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/it-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IT Intelligence</a><a href="https://www.softcat.com/what-we-do/it-priorities/digital-workspace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Workspace</a> <h2>Get in Touch</h2><a href="https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e06/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/podcasts/explain-it/s02e06/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Supply Chain Attacks 

In this episode, host Michael Bird is joined by Adam Harding, Softcat's Chief Technologist for end user computing and Jack Lewis, Softcat's Microsoft 365 Technical Architect to discuss just what it takes for a smooth and successful Windows 10 deployment. We look at some of the benefits of Windows 10 along with key steps that are essential to take before, during and after a move to Windows 10. From deployment and provisioning to dealing with legacy apps and user experience, our experts offer some detailed, practical advice and guidance on the best tools to use and how to make sure your users are happy, once Windows 10 is in place. We also look to the future – what's next for Windows 10? ____ Further ReadingWindows as-a-service: simplified and aligned: https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/windowsitpro/2017/07/27/waas-simplified-and-aligned/Overview of Windows AutoPilot: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/deployment/windows-autopilot/windows-10-autopilotTraditional vs. Modern IT: https://www.softcat.com/news/modern-it-game-changing-transformation/Windows AutoPilot: Licensing and functionality FAQs: https://www.softcat.com/news/windows-autopilot-licensing-and-functionality-faqs/ Get in Touchhttps://www.softcat.com/S1E3https://twitter.com/softcathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Michael Bird is joined by Adam Harding, Softcat's Chief Technologist for end user computing and Jack Lewis, Softcat's Microsoft 365 Technical Architect to discuss just what it takes for a smooth and successful Windows 10 deployment. We look at some of the benefits of Windows 10 along with key steps that are essential to take before, during and after a move to Windows 10. From deployment and provisioning to dealing with legacy apps and user experience, our experts offer some detailed, practical advice and guidance on the best tools to use and how to make sure your users are happy, once Windows 10 is in place. We also look to the future – what's next for Windows 10? ____ Further ReadingWindows as-a-service: simplified and aligned: <a href="https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/windowsitpro/2017/07/27/waas-simplified-and-aligned/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/windowsitpro/2017/07/27/waas-simplified-and-aligned/</a>Overview of Windows AutoPilot: <a href="https://docs.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/deployment/windows-autopilot/windows-10-autopilot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://docs.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/deployment/windows-autopilot/windows-10-autopilot</a>Traditional vs. Modern IT: <a href="https://www.softcat.com/news/modern-it-game-changing-transformation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/news/modern-it-game-changing-transformation/</a>Windows AutoPilot: Licensing and functionality FAQs: <a href="https://www.softcat.com/news/windows-autopilot-licensing-and-functionality-faqs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/news/windows-autopilot-licensing-and-functionality-faqs/ </a>Get in Touch<a href="https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/S1E3</a><a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Moving to Windows 10

In this episode, Mark Overton, Softcat’s Information Security Officer, Adrian Richings, Softcat’s SIEM lead and Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for security join host Michael Bird to play out a security incident scenario. Together they follow a path consisting of six steps that demonstrate the best way to deal with a breach or other security incident on your network, explaining the real life stumbling blocks and outlining the best way to prepare for an incident. ____ Get in Touch https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E6 https://twitter.com/softcat https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Mark Overton, Softcat’s Information Security Officer, Adrian Richings, Softcat’s SIEM lead and Adam Louca, Softcat’s Chief Technologist for security join host Michael Bird to play out a security incident scenario. Together they follow a path consisting of six steps that demonstrate the best way to deal with a breach or other security incident on your network, explaining the real life stumbling blocks and outlining the best way to prepare for an incident. ____ Get in Touch <a href="https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softcat.com/Podcast-S1E6</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/softcat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/softcat</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/softcat/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Dealing with an IT Security Incident

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