Cybersecurity has moved from a luxury to a necessity for pretty much every business. But still, many organizations are operating in a reactive rather than a proactive fashion when it comes to securing their networks. Adam Burke, VP Sales & Partnerships, Quest Technology Management, explains why this is and how to change your mindset and operate in a more secure fashion. Tune in to learn:What is Quest Technology? (1:45)The security needed to work in the cloud (5:10)Recommendations for organizations to address potential security concerns (11:45)Finding the right person to protect your infrastructure (19:30)How to choose the right third-party to help with cybersecurity (22:30)How Adam got his tech chops (25:55)The impact of AI in tracking cybersecurity activity (32:20)How fast Quest can help a customer in need (39:20)The benefits of military service for a tech professional (41:00)–Zayo's future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

Our energy infrastructure is going through major changes. The population is looking for more efficiency and cleaner options, and Stem, Inc. is helping to deliver those solutions. Albert Hofeldt, SVP of Technology at Stem, joins IT Visionaries to describe the work his team is doing, and what the future of energy might look like.Tune in to learn:What is Stem? (2:00)Dissecting the distribution of energy (5:12)What Stem-collected data unlocks (16:09)Who is leading the charge in updating energy infrastructure? (20:40)How Albert landed at Stem (25:40)The changes coming to the energy sector (28:30)Creating more infrastructure for long-haul driving with EVs (32:00)Mentions:Librestream episode of IT VisionariesZayo's future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

With the technology landscape shifting at a rapid pace, it’s nearly impossible to keep up. But that’s the job of Kit Colbert, the CTO of VMware, and he is constantly learning from and leading his team so that they can best serve the needs of their customers. On this episode, Kit explains what that looks like and how the world of public and private clouds, the edge, and infrastructure are constantly changing.Tune in to learn:What is VMware? (1:40)How to service the appetites of customers today (6:45)Thinking through levels of orchestration (14:30)Where is the industry when it comes to shifting its models? (22:44)The role VMware will play in network security (26:40)How growing companies solve network and infrastructure weaknesses (30:45)Defining and predicting the future of the edge (36:00)The philosophy of continuous learning (41:45)Advice to CTOs expanding their networks and getting answers they need (45:00)Zayo's future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

Healthcare technology has frequently been lambasted as being behind the times. The reason is because hospitals and healthcare providers are operating on lagging networks and with outdated technology. Derek Grimes, the SVP of Operations at Frontage Clinical Services explains what it will take to get our healthcare systems to work better for all patients, and he gives us some insights into the ways technology is currently being used to improve our experiences. Tune in to learn:Understanding the need for CROs (2:45)The technological landscape needed to operate clinical trials (5:10)How are healthcare systems improving? (12:15)What is stopping us from demanding more from healthcare providers? (18:30)Solving the Interoperability problem in healthcare (30:00)Advice for practitioners on where to modernize right now (37:45)--Zayo's future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

Without a doubt, technology has been a game changer in just about every industry. And as tech continues to evolve, it is being used in more innovative ways, even in places that typically have trouble with network connectivity. Librestream is helping to make that happen, and on this episode of IT Visionaries, Chief Customer Officer Charlie Neagoy explains how.  Tune in to learn:What is Librestream? (3:00)Getting information to workers in all kinds of places (9:15)Defining augmented reality (17:00)When and how new technology is implemented in the field (21:30)How to approach customers with limitations around access to technology (26:00)Can you train to be a pilot from your desk? (35:00) Zayo’s future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

Network infrastructure is important if you want your organization to run smoothly and without interruption. From hospitals to supply chains to government agencies, there are countless examples that illustrate just how critical network infrastructure can be. ePlus works to create better cloud infrastructure solutions for its customers to ensure they can perform their important roles. On this episode, Justin Mescher, the Vice President of Cloud Solutions of ePlus, shares more about the way that his team collaborates to give clients the network speed and redundancy they need, while also providing them with new cutting-edge solutions. Tune in to learn:The industries ePlus services (2:15)How speed plays a role in the architecture of consumer applications (5:00)Leveraging automation to allow for speed and standardization (7:00)Thinking through the levels of redundancy you need in critical industries (10:20)Working with clients to keep them informed and on the cutting edge (16:00)Building teams that can keep up with the pace of change (19:40)Justin’s personal journey in the technology field (22:45)Developing your communication skills (26:10)Deciding to specialize or generalize (27:35) Bio:Justin Mescher, Vice President of Cloud and Data Center Solutions for ePlus, leads overall strategy and go-to-market for both the Cloud and Data Center practices as part of ePlus’ Global Strategy Team.  He started his career in corporate IT, managing a hospital’s data center, then expanded his experience as a Pre-sales Engineer at EMC and then CTO for IDS, where he led the engineering team and developed the cloud practice. After IDS was acquired by ePlus in 2017, he has served in his current role, utilizing and leveraging his expertise in cloud strategy, design, implementation, migration, and managed services to grow the Data Center and Cloud practices for ePlus. Justin spends his time meeting with strategic customers, discussing their journey to the cloud, and developing new solutions within the ePlus portfolio to align with customer needs.--Zayo's future-ready network and tailored connectivity solutions enable some of the world’s most innovative companies to connect what’s next for their business. Exceptional end-user experiences and better business outcomes demand one thing – a strong, healthy network. How’s your network health? There’s one way to find out – take Zayo’s Network Health Check now. https://zayo.is/3ztMpIuMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

In order to better prepare for the next season, IT Visionaries is taking a short break! After four years of continuous production, we’re hitting pause in order to reassess and reexamine the program. We love learning more about how technology impacts fields outside of software, such as aviation, healthcare, and the environment. But we’re open to everything! If you have any suggestions for guests, industries, and topics to cover, send them our way! And in the meantime, stay tuned for updates.Mentions: Mission Daily - https://mission.org/mission-daily/

Buying residential real estate is typically mired down in paperwork, presenting a difficult experience for consumers. But technology is currently changing this burdensome process for buyers and sellers alike. Our guest, Raji Subramanian, CTO of Opendoor, explains how the company’s platform addresses all aspects of the process (and the business behind it) by putting customer needs and the company’s core principles front-of-mind in every transaction.Tune in to learn:How Opendoor touches every aspect of buying and selling homes (4:40)Addressing and overcoming homebuyer pain points  (11:30)Leveraging technology for home assessment (21:10)Opendoor’s core leadership philosophy (29:11)Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce. With Salesforce’s low-code app dev tools, you can be more efficient, more productive and save money by reducing development time by up to 90%. Get Salesforce’s Low-Code Playbook and increase time to value for your team and your customers. Download the free playbook today.

The need for a company to act quickly and scale efficiently is imperative when a global crisis is at hand. Fortunately, prior to the pandemic, the leadership at Pfizer had already been laying the groundwork for digital transformation with the help of Lidia Fonseca. When the demands grew, the company was prepared to scale, allowing it to bring desperately needed help to the world. Tune in to learn:Pfizer’s tactic of increasing scaleability by creating a CTO role. (01:40) Building a strong culture as a foundation before the pandemic (8:14)The personal toll of the COVID-19 pandemic on Lidia. (14:12)Leadership advice in time of crisis (21:00)The exponential future impact of technology in healthcare (26:29)Mentions:Jim Collins, Good to GreatIT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce. With Salesforce’s low-code app dev tools, you can be more efficient, more productive and save money by reducing development time by up to 90%. Get Salesforce’s Low-Code Playbook and increase time to value for your team and your customers. Download the free playbook today.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

What does success now look like for business leaders as economic shifts keep us all guessing? Thomas Cozzolino, Senior Director of Competitive Strategy at Salesforce, joins us to help discover the answers to this question as a special co-host in the Success Now Mini Series. Solutions for cost reduction, increased efficiency, rapid ROI, and lightning-fast time to value are top of mind for many of today’s business leaders. Setting a prime example, Amazon is ever-innovating; and today we get to hear more about what this looks like for Mark Chien, General Manager of CRM Platform, AWS Sales, Marketing, and Global Services.Tune in to learn:What is the Success Now Miniseries all about (03:45)Importance of data quality at AWS (7:10)Culture of Build vs Buy at AWS (9:10)Amazon’s continuing journey of reducing costs and time to value while increasing efficiency and ROI (18:00)Best practices for using and implementing Salesforce (33:55)Lightning Round (40:40)IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce. With Salesforce’s low-code app dev tools, you can be more efficient, more productive and save money by reducing development time by up to 90%. Get Salesforce’s Low-Code Playbook and increase time to value for your team and your customers. Download the free playbook today.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.