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Want to be the first to know about new technology before it becomes mainstream? Whether you’re an IT professional, CIO, an investor in tech companies, or even a computer science student, this podcast will bring you the information you need to stay relevant and be successful in the tech industry from some of the top people and companies in the world. Episodes will feature topics such as IoT, cloud evolution, augmented reality, the future of artificial intelligence, improving ROI and more.
The Ingram Micro Advisor podcast features real conversations about technology with in-depth, educational content for VARs and MSPs looking to expand their practices, improve ROI and stay informed.
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The Latest Iteration of Cisco’s VIP Rebate Program
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Cisco is rolling out an update to their VIP model built around specialization to encourage the promotion of complete solutions. How does this change who qualifies for VIP rebates, and what are the new tracks? Shelby Skrhak speaks with Robert Young, technology consultant at Ingram Micro, about: The six new specialization tracks available How the VIP…
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Unpacking Effective Cybersecurity Solutions
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Organizations spend billions of dollars on cybersecurity yearly and still get unsatisfactory results. How does Ingram Micro help partners overcome common cybersecurity pitfalls? Shelby Skrhak speaks with Donald Scott, Director of the Emerging Business Group, and Jimmy Augustine, Chief Technology Evangelist of the Emerging Business Group, both of In…
Enhanced security measures are more critical than ever as remote work continues to be a precedent across multiple industries. Devaughn Bittle, Patrick Cash and Kevin Fraser speak with Joel Boyd, director of partner solutions at Fortinet, to learn how Fortinet addresses remote security and what it looks like to be a partner. They discuss: What Forti…
There is no single solution for cyber resilience. However, Dell offers key precautions for improving cybersecurity posture. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Jason Proctor, advisory systems engineer for the Global Technology Office at Dell, about: The definition of cyber resilience Determining risk comfort levels How Dell supports disaster recovery To join…
Surface devices recently hit their 10th anniversary and are on the move to provide even more value to households and the public sector. With constant innovation and attention to real problems across education and local governments, Surface rises to the challenge. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Joshua Hoffman, national sales director, and Nancy Shurilla,…
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How To Best Leverage Your Service Offerings
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At Ingram Micro, we want to help you build your business in every way under our power—from solution design to transactions. We are relationship focused and ready to serve. Melanie Delvalle speaks with Paul Hager, vice president of services at Ingram Micro, about: Why bundled offerings are critical for success A key tip for evaluating service offeri…
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Unpacking The Newest Stage of Color Laser Devices
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Industry analysts are forecasting growth within MFP (multifunction peripheral) page speed, and Brother is on the cusp of those predictions. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Jennifer Smith, senior channel marketing manager—U.S. distribution at Brother, to learn about what’s next in MFP devices and how that impacts SMBs. They discuss: The …
Pigeonholing has a negative connotation, but in a sea of certifications and endless choices, it can pay to have a specialty and ensure your clients receive a focused, knowledgeable experience. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Phil Poje, CEO at Tech Orchard, to learn about his approach to specializing and delivering top-tier value across …
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Zero Trust Architecture: What It Is and Why It Matters
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Work that once required employees to securely check into a building is now widely distributed around the world, as workers log in from local coffee shops and home networks. Traditional cybersecurity is no longer adequate. In response, zero trust architecture is on the rise. Shelby Skrhak chats with Cisco’s cybersecurity experts Gauri Khanna, Keyonn…
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How Pro Wi-Fi Benefits Small Businesses
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As hyper-connectivity and cloud storage rise in popularity, reducing complexity is a must. Netgear aims to support small businesses with top-notch Wi-Fi provision, streamlined interfaces and a constant regard for SMBs and MSPs as their guide. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Doug Cheung, director of product management at Netgear, Inc., about: What qualifi…
In the new age of remote work taking over, security should be a top priority—old methods of data protection no longer fit the bill for fully-remote or hybrid models. From Cisco, SASE reduces complexity through three main components: connectivity, control and convergence. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Kinney Yee, solutions architect at Cisco, about: The…
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A Recap of 2022 with Ingram Micro’s SMB Alliance Leadership
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Ingram Micro's SMB Alliance empowers the growth of technology-focused solution providers, creates an invaluable community and offers unmatched resources. 2022 was a great year for the SMB Alliance, with a highly effective hybrid events calendar that brought members together from all over the world. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Darren…
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Leveling Up Multi-cloud Management with VMware Aria
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VMware Aria lessens the finger-pointing in IT and provides a clear-cut solution to common IT plights. Multi-cloud management is critical within most organizations today and shouldn’t be left to chance. Shelby Skrhak speaks with David Eaton, technology consultant II at Ingram Micro, about: Uses for VMware Aria Real-world impacts of VMware Aria How V…
As multiple software providers choose to merge and migrate, Veeam doubles down on their core offering and supplies a steady place to land. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Ken Christopher, senior director of service providers—VCSP Sales, Americas, at Veeam Software, to gain insight into Veeam’s services and successes. They discuss: Conce…
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A Cloud-Smart Approach for Modern Infrastructure
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The phrase “cloud-first” was coined just a few years ago, and forward-thinking businesses rushed to be all-in. But thanks to our accelerated digital transformation and rapidly evolving threats, it’s now crucial to leverage your cloud tech more selectively. Staying relevant means integrating networking, security and visibility—and emerging on the en…
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Benefits of Cisco Catalyst and Meraki Dashboard integration
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The Meraki Dashboard is joining forces with Cisco Catalyst to bring cloud enablement capabilities alongside on-prem designs, creating a seamless integration that catches errors and allows for more predictive troubleshooting. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Daniel Stewart, senior solutions center engineer at Ingram Micro, about: Benefits of Cisco Catalyst…
Meeting equity is not a new issue and has only risen in importance. With the increasingly common mix of remote and in-person teams, the right equipment makes all the difference for equal meeting participation, comprehension and camaraderie. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Nathan Coutinho, director of business strategy at Logitech, about: - Why meeting eq…
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How IBM Expert Care Uses AI to Deliver Customizable Support and Predictive Coverage
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Downtime causes businesses to lose massive amounts of revenue every year. What if you could eliminate it by leveraging a proactive IT support staff backed by the enterprise brand name, one of the most extensive AI infrastructures in the world—and available with customizable levels of service? Brian Weltens, principal technical sales specialist at I…
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How Upgrading To vSphere 8 Improves Flexibility
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The next stage of multi-cloud management is available in the form of vSphere 8 from VMware. With vSphere 8 at the front lines, embracing a cloud-forward future ceases being something to fear. Shelby Skrhak speaks with David Eaton , technology consultant II at Ingram Micro , about: - Functions of vSphere variations - vSphere 8 evolutions - Enabling …
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Unpacking HP Care Packs with Oliver Thompson
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Printers—love them or hate them, they’re here to stay. With HP Care Packs, printer ownership doesn’t have to be stressful. HP offers a robust support system and adaptable solutions from remote support to in-person technicians. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Oliver Thompson, commercial print at HP, about: Defining HP Care Packs The benefits of HP Care Pa…
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Building a Cybersecurity Center of Excellence
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The biggest threat that tech companies face when it comes to cybersecurity isn’t virulent new ransomware or zero-day attacks—it’s a lack of expertise and a shortage of qualified talent. But Ingram Micro is fighting these challenges by realigning, focusing on integration and building a crucial knowledge base. Join Shelby Skrhak for a conversation wi…
Vizio has triumphed over supply chain shortages and is leading the charge back into the B2B channel. With 50" 4K displays that fit into nearly any budget, this manufacturer offers Ingram Micro partners an unbeatable way to increase margin and delight their customers. Join us as host Shelby Skrhak talks with Stephen Kelley , business manager at Vizi…
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How Seagate Simplifies Data Management
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Hard drives are some of the most high-tech devices out there, and they’re only getting more advanced to keep up with the wealth of constant data streaming into the world every second of every day. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Erik Salo, vice president of products and markets at Seagate, about: The evolution of hard drives - Simplifying data management…
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How The Definition Of The Data Center Is Evolving
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What does an effective digital platform really mean? Consumers today expect everything to be instantaneous. Outages and downtime are unacceptable. Companies need an IT partner with a flexible platform that ensures customers always get the best possible experience in a sustainable way. Shelby Skrhak sits down with Larry Hann, director of NAM Channel…
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Exploring Direct-View LED Screen Use Cases
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LG Electronics' direct-view screens bring flexibility and versatility to multiple industries, creating impactful experiences through cutting-edge technology. From film production to commercial use, direct-view screens are paving the way for a new type of immersion. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Mike Stachura, national account manager at LG Electronics,…
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How Panasonic Handhelds are Modernizing Business Operations
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Are you still relying on a guy in a golf cart with a clipboard to manage your yard? This essential link in the supply chain is sometimes referred to as the “black hole.” With driver shortages and rising cargo thefts, it’s more vital than ever to have the latest technology for yard operations that effortlessly syncs with your warehouse and transport…
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Reimagining the supply chain with Honeywell’s latest solutions
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With the challenges that today’s warehouses face come opportunities. Businesses are dealing with unprecedented supply chain issues and a severe labor shortage, but new innovations for the distribution center are cutting downtime and optimizing worker performance and satisfaction. Shelby Skrhak and Mark Dessommes, scanner sales manager at Honeywell,…
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The Rise of Hybrid Collaboration Solutions with George Borden
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Sharp and NEC products aim to support the bring-your-own-device (BYOD) model through dynamic collaboration across multiple verticals, providing high-quality solutions and devices. Through the recent company merger of Sharp/NEC, those efforts doubled. Shelby Skrhak speaks with George Borden, solution sales architect at Sharp/NEC, about: - The evolut…
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Combating Ransomware Attacks with Disaster Recovery Plans
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Ransomware is the most prolific disaster recovery (DR) event in technology today. It takes more than backups and cloud storage to protect company data from these vicious attacks—proper disaster recovery helps companies plan for the “when” of ransomware threats. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Annette Miller, multi-cloud partner development manager, and P…
Applications evolve rapidly and are creating unexplored levels of complexity and an extremely dynamic environment. The founders of Instana realized legacy APM tools were going to struggle to handle emerging cloud-based containerized microservice applications. The new observability approach goes far beyond old capabilities, maximizes efficiency and …
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Introducing the Surface Pro 9 with Kristin Friend
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After 10 years of designing devices that empower employees to work and create the way they want—with a focus on quality craftsmanship—Microsoft shows no signs of slowing down. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Kristin Friend, Surface senior PDM at Microsoft, about: - New Microsoft devices coming to market - A must have Surface Pro 9 accessory - How Microso…
Social media began with a promise of connection, community and progression. Reality has proven to look different in the form of hateful messages, online predators and countless threats open to any teen or child with access to the internet. We have a mission to spread the word on digital citizenship and what each of us can do to combat these risks. …
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Exploring the Xvantage platform with Sanjib Sahoo
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Successful digital transformation takes more than shiny technology—a true digital transformation provides value. Embracing the spirit of change and evolution is critical for building platforms and solutions that meet real needs and solve real problems. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Sanjib Sahoo, chief digital officer at Ingram Micro, …
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Humanizing HR and Hiring for Potential
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Human Resources is more than hiring and firing—it touches every part of a company and has a sizable hand in crafting the culture employees and partners come to recognize and appreciate. A solid HR team can mean the difference between success and a mess. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Simon Wilkins, director of Talent Acquisition & Org …
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Why Women Should Consider a Tech Career
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A diverse organization is more innovative and attracts and retains better talent. The tech field used to be distinctly male-dominated, but there’s been a purposeful shift in elevating women in the industry. Join host Harpreet Narang and Estelle Johannes, senior director of Member Communities at CompTIA, for Coffee with Women in Tech where they dive…
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Providing Excellent Service with Ingram Micro & Cisco
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Cisco is known for pioneering the early web and helping create the backbone of the internet, carving out a spot as a global tech leader through hardware. Today, they’re focused on providing top-tier software through innovation and acquisitions. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Christian Hansen, Software & Services business development manager at Cisco, al…
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The benefits of contactless payment and device innovation with Andrew Kim
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Through the surge of contactless payment during the COVID-19 pandemic, associates experienced a new way to accelerate the point of sale without sacrificing engagement and service quality. Contactless payment isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Now the question is: how can tech companies deliver that solution at a mass scale while meeting customers w…
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Understanding Multi-cloud with VMware and Intel
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Once you get a clear idea of what multi-cloud really is, then the real questions begin. One of the biggest: How do you know which hyper scaler to choose and what happens if you want to switch? Will there be downtime within that transition? Not if you use the right platform. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Annette Miller , Multi-Cloud Partner Development …
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How Managed Service Providers Find Success In IoT And Extended Reality
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The future of extended reality is bright. But listening to the media, you might not get that impression. Stop thinking of cartoon torsos floating in a conference room and, instead, think of walking through a mall with holographic images popping up offering you 40% off deals. The best part: If you’re not sure where to get started, there’s dedicated …
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What’s New With Modern Cloud Performance
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Cloud adoption is rapidly becoming a primary focus of businesses everywhere—with an expectation that at least half of all IT spending will shift from traditional to public cloud. But when today’s success in cloud means preparing for tomorrow’s cloud, you want to make sure you partner with the right team to drive continuous growth. Shelby Skrhak is …
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Unpacking the Cisco Intersight platform
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The next level of Cisco platforms is here and more flexible than ever. Dedicated Cisco engineers built the Intersight platform with careful attention and user feedback as their guide—Intersight scales from a small dashboard to enterprise-level capabilities. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Carol Wright, senior technology consultant, John McNelly, technolo…
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Everything You Need To Know About The Meraki Infrastructure
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The Meraki infrastructure is well known for firewalls, access points and switches—that’s only the beginning. More and more innovations continue to hit the market, poised to meet customers where they’re at and deliver easy-to-use security solutions. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Aimee King and Jon Paddock , both distribution account ma…
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Exploring LG Solutions for the eSports and Cinema Industries
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Movie multiplexes, restaurants and neighborhood cinemas took a massive hit during the pandemic. Searching for new revenue streams, these venues are leveraging the latest in display tech to attract lucrative esports events like tournaments and viewing parties. Heather Blair, senior account manager for esports and cinema solutions at LG Electronics, …
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The value of an integrated security system
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Which scenario sounds more desirable: a window-shaker A/C unit tagged onto an outdated apartment building, or an integrated A/C system planned from conception? Incorporating more advanced solutions at the base level is, more often than not, superior to add-ons, and cybersecurity is no exception. Infrastructures of any kind should introduce security…
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The Benefits Of Nutanix In The Channel Over Our Competitors
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As technology advances, digital solutions become more and more complicated. Nutanix unifies private, public, and hybrid clouds to power customers’ businesses and solve complex problems with simplicity. With compute, storage, networking, and database solutions adaptable to your preferred hardware and systems, partners and customers have operating fr…
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Hybrid Cloud and AI: The Tech Driving Business Ecosystems
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Forward-thinking organizations like IBM are coming together and taking a new approach to forming business ecosystems to help the federal market address critical issues like cybersecurity, supply chains, and sustainability. Shelby Skrhak is joined by Terry Halvorsen, GM of the US federal market, and Katharyn White, VP of the IBM ecosystem and US fed…
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The Evolution Of Gaming And Sports Betting
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What do touchscreen devices have to do with sports betting? The answer comes down to the constant pursuit of integrated betting experiences and the role of interactivity in making those goals a reality. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Brian Atwood, senior director of North American Sales at Elo Touch Solutions, about: Uses for Elo products How COVID chan…
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Discovering the benefits of hyper-converged infrastructures with Don Scott and Kyle Fenske
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The world of computing is ever changing. From Windows 95 to now, the progress is unquestionable. When we look further, there are a few clear leanings for where computing will go next. What does that look like for businesses, and how do converged infrastructures tie into the future of computing? Shelby Skrhak speaks with Don Scott, director of the E…
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Exploring the Trellix endpoint protection platform with Patrick Smith
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Technology across every industry is adapting to the work-from-anywhere model. With those evolutions comes the need for tighter security in not only “bring your own device” circumstances, but company-issued equipment as well. What does that look like at a base level, and how can customers take steps to ensure their devices are as secure as possible?…
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Exploring the elements of a high-value partnership with Alyssa and Jamie
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Lenovo strives to enable their partners to sell across the entire portfolio of offerings—laptops, desktops, server storage and more. Lenovo opens the door to new margins and markets and, in turn, additional revenue. Devaughn Bittle and Patrick Cash speak with Alyssa Unterborn and Jamie Tworkowski, solutions sales executives at Ingram Micro, about: …
