AIOps is revolutionizing IT operations, enabling businesses to manage infrastructure more efficiently than ever. In this episode, we explore how automation, AI, and machine learning are reshaping IT management—driving self-healing systems, autonomous operations, and proactive performance optimization. As organizations scale, ensuring resilience, mi…

In a world where hospitals rely on interconnected medical devices to save lives, there are continuous hidden vulnerabilities lurking beneath the surface. This podcast dives into the realities of IoMT security with John Chirillo, Principal Security Architect and author of the newly released novella Silent 1ntrusions, alongside cybersecurity expert R…

Artificial intelligence for IT security operations (AISecOps) is revolutionizing cybersecurity. In this episode, we discuss how AI and machine learning are used to analyze IT data, allowing organizations to: Proactively identify and respond to threats: Detect anomalies, predict outages, and automate incident response. Improve efficiency: Streamline…

In this episode, our Security Center of Excellence team delves into a real-world cybersecurity mystery and its unexpected solution. This incident is a perfect storm, highlighting the complexities of modern IT environments and how seemingly unrelated actions can cascade into significant business disruptions and major security incidents. But here's w…

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, staying ahead isn't just an option—it's a necessity. In this episode, we peel back the layers of the latest attack vector trends and take you into the heart of a recent cyber incident that challenged conventional defenses. This isn’t just about technology; it’s about the human element—everyday people nav…

The manufacturing sector is racing towards a digital future, but this innovation brings an explosion of cyber threats. This episode exposes the hidden vulnerabilities putting manufacturers at risk and reveals essential strategies to protect your operations. Discover how to secure vulnerable legacy systems, maximize your cybersecurity insurance, and…

Manufacturing is undergoing a quiet transformation as AI becomes embedded across the industry, often without companies fully realizing it. Despite abundant data, many manufacturers are missing chances to boost productivity and quality control. With mature tools like Vision AI gaining traction, the future of manufacturing will rely on intelligent au…

Embedded AI is revolutionizing industries by making advanced technology accessible to all organizations, driving innovation through applications like contract automation and proposal generation. In this episode, we explore how our clients are leveraging embedded AI solutions and address key challenges, including ROI concerns and ethical considerati…

AI is transforming the retail landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, personalize the customer experience, and optimize operations. But with these opportunities come new challenges. In this episode, we explore how AI can empower employees, drive hyper-personalization, and revolutionize supply chain management. We also…

AI is revolutionizing healthcare by analyzing massive datasets to uncover hidden patterns, leading to breakthroughs in disease diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. Join Jennifer Johnson and Jamal Khan as they explore AI's impact on healthcare. They delve into critical ethical considerations, governance structures, data security measures, and AI'…

Feeling overwhelmed by the switch to Windows 11? Wondering if it's worth the hassle or worried about a complicated migration process? Unsure if Windows 11 is a complete overhaul or a familiar friend with new features? In this podcast, we'll tackle all these questions and more, including the exciting world of AI integration within Windows 11. We'll …

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been nothing short of revolutionary for the manufacturing industry. From research and development to production, and even extending to aftermarket services, AI can drastically improve productivity, bolster quality control, and optimize supply chains in the industry. However, adopting AI in manufacturing is not witho…

Manufacturers demand better technology delivery. In this podcast, we'll explore how Connection's Technology Integration and Distribution Center (TIDC) can help manufacturing IT organizations invest in automation, tech modernization, and leverage our deep technology experience to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and free up it staff to focus on mor…

The pace of work has increased exponentially—along with the crush of data, information, and always-on communications. People are struggling to shoulder the weight of it all, while business leaders feel pressure to increase productivity amid economic uncertainty. New Windows 11 Pro devices are well-positioned to tackle these challenges and accelerat…

Guests: Brian Gallagher, Retail Strategy Director at Connection Jamal Khan, Chief Growth and Innovation Officer at Connection The role of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prominent in the retail landscape. Discover how AI is reshaping the retail landscape, from enhancing customer experiences and optimizing supply chains to boos…

We’re at an inflection point in U.S. manufacturing. Those that are not investing in advanced technologies today will quickly find themselves uncompetitive. Those that are beginning to modernize their facilities, however, are achieving smarter and more digitally excellent design and production. In this podcast, we'll explore how manufacturers can le…

Modernizing your data center is crucial to your organization's long-term success. In this podcast, we'll better define what data center modernization can look like for different organizations, talk through some of the ideas and promises from AMD, and offer up stories of where teams can succeed. Host: James Hilliard Guests: Kristin Hintlian – AMD Ch…

Success in retail has become centered on the customer experience. Take the friction out of purchasing with VMware while using an infrastructure that’s already in place. Check out this TechSperience podcast to hear from the retail experts at VMware and Connection on how to connect employees with consumers and transform your locations into faster and…

It's time to rethink your IT strategy and support for remote employees. Learn how to simplify device manageability including provisioning, deployment, and security in this podcast featuring experts from Intel and Connection. Host: James Hilliard Guests: Rhett Livengood, Director of Digital Business Enabling at Intel Mark Wulfhorst, Director of Tech…

The aftereffects of COVID have brought new challenges requiring new ways of thinking. Most manufacturers and warehouses leverage some level of asset tracking, typically to minimize loss. But location or asset tracking can be used throughout the entire supply chain lifecycle to help identify operational efficiencies. Asset tracking gives you the dat…

Retailers can reduce shrinkage, diminish stockout, and enhance experiences for customers and employees with artificial Intelligence (AI). But that is just scratching the surface. AI-enabled intelligent stores can optimize so much more like managing staffing resources, reaching sustainability goals, and even predicting customers’ needs. This podcast…

The healthcare industry is seeing tremendous change. With the pandemic, staffing shortages, and a backlog of patients needing care, now is the time to reset and question traditional approaches. Add in the pressure of data protection and compliance, supporting remote working environments, and providing telehealth services – finding the right technol…

We often take power for granted. But when there’s a power failure, a planned outage, or a natural disaster, we’re reminded that power is such a necessity. In today’s digital world, data loss and downtime for IT can lead to long-term financial and reputational damage for organizations. The risks are even greater for healthcare and critical infrastru…

In a recent Forrester report, 77% of full-time employees said PC devices play a critical factor in their ability to do their work. In today’s climate of hybrid and remote environments, how do you determine what technologies users need and what's at risk if user experience isn't prioritized? Listen to this podcast to hear why developing persona-base…

Research by IDC show that 90% of enterprises around the world are relying on a mix of on-premises, or dedicated, private clouds, as well as public clouds, and legacy platforms to meet their infrastructure needs. Data center cloud solutions need to change as business needs fluctuate. This episode covers the best practices of a hybrid cloud strategy …

Colleges and universities are prime targets for cyber attackers. From the large volumes of PII to medical and research data, higher education institutions are a gold mine for bad actors. The pandemic also added new attack vectors as institutions turned to remote and hybrid learning environments. CISOs, CTOs, and IT teams within higher education hav…

K-12 is a highly targeted sector when it comes to cyberthreats. In a recent report by CoSN, cybersecurity is a top priority among CTOs. Remote and hybrid environments have drastically increased the volume of devices to support the needs of educators and students. And each device is a potential point of entry for bad actors. There’s also a lot of PI…

Host: James Hilliard Guests: Ryan Spurr, Director of Manufacturing Strategy at Connection Steve Nardone, Senior Director of Security and Network Solutions at Connection Tim Allen, Director of Operations and Technology at Connection The pandemic, smart manufacturing initiatives, and Industry 4.0 trends has shifted manufacturing into a digital transf…

Host: James Hilliard Guests: Dr. Keith Nelson, Director of Healthcare Strategy, Connection Steve Nardone, Senior Director of Security & Network Solutions, Connection Tim Allen, Director of Operations and Technology, Connection The value of patient medical information makes healthcare entities prime targets for cybercriminals. According to IBM’s 202…

Mobile technologies play a critical role in today’s digital world. While there’s a big focus on our remote and hybrid workforce, there are many industries that are in-person. This podcast explores how mobile technologies have evolved since the pandemic – from the frontline employee and customer experience point of view – across healthcare, retail, …

James Hilliard welcomes Nathan Coutinho from Logitech to discuss why organizations should reevaluate IT and office space planning. With high-turnover rates and many employees feeling “burnt out”, now is the time to pause and think about what solutions are needed to encourage meeting equity and enhance collaboration among in-person and remote teams.…

The following is a 12-minute clip of Episode 106. Click here to listen to the full episode. Navigating the complexities of today's IT global supply chain issues is a challenging undertaking for any organization. This audio clip highlights a few strategies businesses can implement to procure and deliver necessary technologies needed by their employe…

The following is a 6-minute clip of Episode 108. Click here to listen to the full episode. From low unemployment rates to a high demand for IT professionals due to hybrid and remote work environments, traditional recruiting activities are no longer effective. Listen to this clip to learn what new strategies are needed to fill your IT positions. Hos…

The following is a 10-minute clip of Episode 109. Click here to listen to the full episode. Host: James Hilliard Guest: Rhett Livengood, Director, Digital Business Enabling at Intel Today’s digital work environment has elevated cyber security risks for organizations. It’s no longer safe to only rely on software-based solutions. This podcast clip ex…

Host: James Hilliard Guest: Rhett Livengood, Director, Digital Business Enabling at Intel Today’s digital work environment has elevated cyber security risks for organizations. It’s no longer safe to only rely on software-based solutions. This podcast explores why we IT teams should adopt a “zero-trust” mindset and how you can equip your employees w…

Internal hiring managers looking to fill IT positions are currently experiencing a wide variety of challenges. From low unemployment rates to a high demand for IT professionals due to hybrid and remote work environments, traditional recruiting activities are no longer effective. Listen to the podcast to learn what new strategies are needed to fill …

Today’s work-from-anywhere paradigm brings key challenges that organizations must address through IT transformation. This episode explores new PC solutions to address the needs of hybrid and remote employees while easing device management for IT staff. Topics include built-in security, accelerated compute capabilities, and automated data processing…

Navigating the ever-growing complexities of today's IT global supply chain issues is a challenging undertaking for any organization. In this episode, we'll dive into how GlobalServe, part of the Connection family, is helping customers to navigate these challenges. Host: James Hilliard Guests: Peter Waters, Senior Director of GlobalServe Solutions J…

When COVID-19 hit, school IT teams found themselves needing to reevaluate the tools they were using. Modern solutions from Microsoft including Autopilot and Intune can bring an array of benefits to the education space. In this episode, we'll explore how the education field can utilize these technologies in schools to benefit teachers, administrator…

Does your IT team need an IT team? Here are insights into our managed services and how they help teams to secure their environments. Guest: John Chirillo, Managed Services Director at Connection Guest: Tony The, Services Businesses Development Manager at Connection Host: James Hilliard Show Notes: [0:45] Introduction of guests [1:35] What are the t…

Learn more about the stimulus packages that have passed since COVID-19 and how it impacts information technology in the public sector space. Guest 1 Title and Bio: Jeff Chabot, Public Sector Segment Director - Jeff is the Segment Strategy Director of the Schneider Electric Federal Sales Team. His team is responsible to lead the sale, customer suppo…

Finding the “best in class” IT resources to meet all for your wish-list items can be a challenge, especially when trying to future-proof your infrastructure and remote workforce all while maintaining security protocols and budgets during a world pandemic. Tech expectations continue to increase and the need for collaborative IT solutions has become …

In 2022, many companies are navigating how to return to the office safely and smartly. In this episode, we address this challenge and explore some possible technology solutions surrounding RTO. Guest 1 Title and Bio: Tony Dancona, Digital Workspace Evangelist and part of Connection Lab. With more than 25 years of experience in virtualization and en…

Windows 11 Pro has arrived. Why should you make the switch? Listen in for more information on what you can expect from the upgrade – features, timelines, security, and more. Host: James Hilliard Guest 1: Burt Kersey, Lenovo Channel Account Executive Guest 2: Ashley Lofaro, Microsoft OEM Senior Partner Development Specialist Show Notes: [00:19] Intr…

Learn how Connection's partnership with Elo can help to address the new changes within the QSR industry, including staffing shortages, changes in customer demand and behavior, and supply chain issues. Host: James Hilliard Guest 1: Brian Gallagher, Retail Strategy Director, Connection Brian is a Retail veteran who has spent the past 5 years supporti…

Host: James Hilliard Guest: Steven L. Crowther – VP of the TIDC Guest: John Milburn – Sr. Director TIDC Operations In the unprecedented COVID era, TIDC is still making things happen and doing more with less. Here's how they are mitigating around the current constraints on labor, supply chain constants, and the COVID-19 delta variant. Show Notes [0:…

As we celebrate Cyber Security Awareness month, Connection in partnership with Intel, bring you a timely podcast to help your organization stay safe from cyber threats and help educate hybrid workers on best practices. Intel and the Connection Security practice collaborate and talk candidly with James to unveil some insights you many never have con…

In order to survive, manufacturers must be agile in surviving disruption. Industry 4.0 technologies are reinventing how manufacturers do business and, to stay competitive, companies will need to embrace these technologies to capitalize on the efficiencies, cost savings, and improved uptimes that might be gained. Host: James Hilliard Guest 1: Ryan S…

Host: James Hilliard Guest 1: Robert Gates, Cloud Technical Architect at Microsoft Guest 2: Trinh Tran, Partner Technology Strategist at Microsoft Guest 3: Burton Kersey, Senior Channel Account Manager at Lenovo Guest 4: Matt Skoog, Partner Development Specialist – Mobility Activations Description: James Hilliard your host welcomes Robert Gates, Tr…

Host: James Hilliard Guest 1: Brian Gallagher, Retail Strategy Business Dev Director at Connection Guest 2: Tim Vanevenhoven, Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at Aruba Guest 3: Tim Kane, Retail Solutions Industry Consultant, North America Retail at Zebra Technologies Description: James Hilliard your host welcomes Tim Vane…