The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods TNO036: Bridging Networking and Security with Auvik (Sponsored)
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Jul 25, 2025 Doug Murray, CEO of Auvik and seasoned leader with experience at industry giants like Cisco, is joined by John Harden, Auvik's Director of Strategy and Technology Evangelism. They dive into the challenges network operators face today, including the rise of IT generalists and the risks of shadow IT. The conversation highlights the importance of automation in reducing burnout and managing complex tools. They also discuss fostering a culture of continuous learning in IT and innovative approaches to integrating AI into product development.
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Rise of the IT Generalist
- The IT generalist is rising in mid-market and SMB sectors due to broadened responsibilities across networking, security, SaaS, and cloud.
- Specialized IT teams still exist in large enterprises, but generalists must handle diverse tools and roles in smaller organizations.
AI Enables Generalists' Success
- AI provides a release valve for IT stress by enabling non-experts to resolve tier one issues using rapid knowledge access.
- This empowers generalists to handle multiple domains, while allowing experts to focus on architecture and complex problems.
Manage Shadow AI Risk
- Organizations must monitor and control shadow AI tools as employees use unsanctioned AI to make risky business decisions.
- Establish policies quickly to avoid data leaks and unauthorized changes that impact network security and operations.