IT Matters | Tech Solutions and Strategies for Every Industry

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IT Matters | Tech Solutions and Strategies for Every Industry

Welcome to the Opkalla IT Matters Podcast, where we discuss the important matters within IT as well as the importance of IT across different industries and responsibilities.About Opkalla:Opkalla helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the technology solutions that are right for their business. They work alongside IT teams to design, procure, implement and support the most complex IT solutions without an agenda or technology bias. Opkalla was founded around the belief that IT professionals deserve better, and is guided by their core values: trust, transparency and speed. For more information, visit https://opkalla.com/ or follow them on LinkedIn. 

  1. Navigating the Cybersecurity Maze, with Geoff Moore

    -4 ДН.

    Navigating the Cybersecurity Maze, with Geoff Moore

    On this episode of the IT Matters Podcast, Keith Hawkey is joined by Geoff Moore, Chief Information Officer at Valmark Financial. Together, they discuss cybersecurity best practices, navigating the complex world of managed security services, and the evolving role of AI in threat detection. Conversation Highlights: 00:00 Introducing Geoff Moore, CIO at Valmark Financial[02:11] Making sense of cybersecurity acronyms: MDR, XDR, and SOC[07:22] AI's role in detecting threats and phishing attempts[11:08] The rise of multifactor authentication[19:39] Ransomware trends in 2024[34:44] How generative AI may reshape learning and belief systems Notable Quotes: "Whatever we're doing today is good, but we always have to keep our eyes on the horizon, and just realize we're always going to have to keep upping our security." – Geoff Moore [12:29]"A lot of us have probably won a lot of challenges in our lives, but part of IT is to just stay curious, keep learning, and figure out new ways to do things." – Geoff Moore [39:09]Connect with Geoff Moore:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreyfmoore/ The IT Matters Podcast is about IT matters and matters pertaining to IT. It is produced by Opkalla, a technology advisory firm that helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the solution that is right for their business.

    41 мин.
  2. The Evolving Role of Virtual CIOs, with Jeff Roberts

    2 ДЕК.

    The Evolving Role of Virtual CIOs, with Jeff Roberts

    On this episode of the IT Matters Podcast, Keith and Aaron are joined by Jeff Roberts, Founder & CEO at Innovation Vista. Drawing from his extensive experience as a CIO and consultant, Jeff discusses common pitfalls organizations encounter with VCIO services and shares strategies for leveraging their potential to drive greater efficiency and success. Conversation Highlights:00:00 Introducing Jeff Roberts, founder and CEO of Innovation Vista[03:54] The genesis of Innovation Vista[05:36] Common missteps with fractional CIOs[11:06] Building trust in consulting engagements[24:40] A client’s IT transformation success story[28:18] Finding the right fit for each client[40:12] Managing risk effectively in a VCIO model Notable Quotes: "Change has never been faster than it is right now, and it'll never be this slow again." - Jeff Roberts [37:32]"You have to go beyond efficiency. You really need to empower the entire business model and transform it." - Jeff Roberts [44:33]Connect with Jeff Roberts:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsjeff/Innovation Vista: https://innovationvista.com/ The IT Matters Podcast is about IT matters and matters pertaining to IT. It is produced by Opkalla, a technology advisory firm that helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the solution that is right for their business.

    49 мин.
  3. Leading IT Teams with Humility, with Glenn Hasteadt

    28 ИЮН.

    Leading IT Teams with Humility, with Glenn Hasteadt

    In this episode, Keith is joined by Glenn Hasteadt, IT Director at the County of Onslow, and Jess Levin, Technology Advisor at Opkalla. Glenn dives into the importance of building relationships and fostering trust with your IT team. Conversation Highlights:00:00 Introducing our guest, Glenn Hasteadt[02:48] IT teams gaining recognition[03:27] Fostering relationships between departments[04:51] Advice for new leaders[11:09] Practicing culture characteristics[24:30] The new generation of IT [32:01] Discussing culture change Notable Quotes:"Your culture of your organization is how you think Sunday night with Monday coming." Glenn Hasteadt [24:05] "The change begins with the leader, not the other way around." Keith Hawkey [33:03] Connect With Glenn HasteadtLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghasteadt/Keynote Speaking: https://powerincaring.com/ The IT Matters Podcast is about IT matters and matters pertaining to IT. It is produced by Opkalla, a technology advisory firm that helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the solution that is right for their business.

    35 мин.
  4. Navigating Change Management in IT, with Meridith Fix

    31 МАЯ

    Navigating Change Management in IT, with Meridith Fix

    In this episode of the IT Matters podcast, host Keith Hawkey delves into the complexities of change management with Meridith Fix, the former CIO of Lendlease. Meridith shares her extensive experience and unique perspectives on how organizations can successfully navigate technology changes from a human-centric approach. Conversation Highlights:[00:00] Introducing our guest, Meridith[03:34] Building the foundations for a technology change[06:32] Navigating organizational changes[09:46] Cultivat...

    30 мин.
  5. Building Security Compliance Plans for Startups, with Darrell Stinson

    2 МАЯ

    Building Security Compliance Plans for Startups, with Darrell Stinson

    In this episode, Keith is joined by Darrell Stinson, VP of IT & Security at Cohere Health, a software startup in the healthcare space. Darrell and Keith dive into a strategy for building and implementing security compliance plans for startups.Conversation Highlights:[00:39] Introducing our guest, Darrell Stinson[03:37] Darrell's journey with startups[05:51] Experimenting with open source technology[07:13] Strategizing in a new ecosystem[14:08] Evaluating MDR providers[20:35] Compliance re...

    31 мин.
  6. Challenges and Opportunities of the Logistics Industry, with Chintan Patel

    18 АПР.

    Challenges and Opportunities of the Logistics Industry, with Chintan Patel

    In this episode, Keith is joined by Chintan Patel, Chief Information Officer at National DCP, a supply chain management company serving the franchisees of Dunkin'. Chintan delves into the hurdles and opportunities she encounters in the logistics industry, highlighting the role of technology in overcoming these obstacles. Conversation Highlights:[00:41] Introducing our guest, Chintan Patel[02:16] High level challenges in the logistics industry[04:02] Technologies making an impact[07:35] Discus...

    40 мин.
  7. Technology's Impact on the EMC Industry, with Anthony Kent

    5 АПР.

    Technology's Impact on the EMC Industry, with Anthony Kent

    In this episode, Keith and special guest Jesse are joined by Anthony Kent, VP of Information Technology at Four County EMC, an electric membership cooperative in North Carolina. Anthony shares insights into the technological advancements and challenges faced by electric cooperatives, particularly focusing on the integration of new technologies and AI into their operations.Conversation Highlights:[00:17] Introducing our guests, Anthony Kent and Jesse Erickson[01:17] How Jesse and Anthony met[0...

    37 мин.
  8. Implementing Zero Trust Architecture, with William MacMillan

    21 МАР.

    Implementing Zero Trust Architecture, with William MacMillan

    William MacMillan serves as the Chief Product Officer at Red Cell Partners, an incubation firm building rapidly-scalable technology-led companies. After nearly two decades of military service, he transitioned into the role of Chief Information Security Officer at the CIA, safeguarding our nation against cyber threats. In this episode, we discuss the process of implementing Zero Trust Architecture in your organization and its importance.Conversation Highlights:[00:23] Introducing our guest, Wi...

    38 мин.
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Welcome to the Opkalla IT Matters Podcast, where we discuss the important matters within IT as well as the importance of IT across different industries and responsibilities.About Opkalla:Opkalla helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the technology solutions that are right for their business. They work alongside IT teams to design, procure, implement and support the most complex IT solutions without an agenda or technology bias. Opkalla was founded around the belief that IT professionals deserve better, and is guided by their core values: trust, transparency and speed. For more information, visit https://opkalla.com/ or follow them on LinkedIn. 

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