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Explain IT

Softcat
Cybersecurity
Cyber Automation
Softcat
Burnout
Palo Alto Networks
Observability
Cloud Computing
Remote Work
Data Security
Cyber Security
Hybrid Cloud
Public Cloud
AI In Business
Monitoring
AI Pcs
Windows 11
Neural Processing Units
Elections
Wide Area Network
Sd-Wan

This is Explain IT, a show for IT professionals by IT professionals; offering insight, knowledge, experience and opinion on a variety of enterprise tech topics. With new episodes out regularly, follow the podcast in your favourite app and you'll get notified with every new release.

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In this episode, we're not just talking about data, we're talking about everything that comes with it. The challenges, the misconceptions, the frameworks and compliance. Data is the foundation of so many businesses. Get it right, and you can unlock i... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Spearing
VP of AI Go-To-Market for EMEA at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: Streamlining your Operations
Oliver Meadows
Sales Lead for ITXM at Softcat
Softcat
Episode: Streamlining your Operations
Andy Crossley
CTO at Oakland
Oakland
Episode: Everything Data
James Wingham
Head of Data at Softcat
Softcat
Episode: Everything Data
Patrick Bayle
SecOps Consultant Manager at Palo Alto
Palo Alto
Episode: Cyber Automation and Burnout
Mark Williams
Senior Security Architect at Softcat
Softcat
Episode: Cyber Automation and Burnout
Bradley Howe
Copilot Presales professional
Episode: Can I Be Your Copilot Again?
Dave Simmons
Senior IT Transformation and Change Manager at Softcat
Softcat
Episode: Can I Be Your Copilot Again?
David Higgins
Field CTO at CyberArk
CyberArk
Episode: Why does everyone want my credentials?

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Helen Gidney
Head of Architecture at Softcat, also hosts the Explain IT podcast. Known for her insights on enterprise architecture and technology strategy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Interesting a good and rich synthesis of IT subjects

    not to commercial and really instructional.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aespiritus
    France6 years ago
  • New to IT

    I have just switched verticals from AV into IT and I cannot thank you enough for these podcasts! They are so helpful as I learn and navigate unfamiliar acronyms, platforms, jargon, and cyberfantastic worlds! Bravo! You’ve saved me🙌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grammargrace
    United States6 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Learned so much! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lidaaaa
    United States6 years ago
  • Engaging and informative

    Does the overview and the detail of the topic really well in a very digestible single dose. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    countingcoppers
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Explain It, Ransomware

    Very interesting, explaining a complicated subject in everyman language.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJ@Rickstones
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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The show is praised for its ability to simplify complex IT topics, making them accessible even for those new to the field.

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Everything Data
Q: How do you balance implementing governance and structure against the need for agility?
By focusing on critical data domains first and breaking the work into manageable chunks, you can address immediate needs while laying foundational governance.
Everything Data
Q: Does every business need to have some form of strategy on what they're doing with their data?
Absolutely, organizations should focus on their three to five-year plan for data to build a roadmap to their data goals.
Observability
Q: What approach should customers take when they're deploying an observability tool?
Start by defining the observability outcome, understand the use cases that support that outcome, and then identify the technical capabilities needed to meet those use cases.
Are AI Powered Contact Centres the Future?
Q: Where would you suggest companies start if they want to purchase AI-powered contact centers?
Start with a proof of concept focusing on a particular customer segment, and work with experienced partners.

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Focusing on enterprise technology, this podcast covers a wide range of topics relevant to IT professionals. Episodes explore themes such as operational efficiency, data management, cybersecurity, and AI applications, featuring discussions with experts from various sectors of the tech industry. Unique insights into navigating complex technological landscapes are coupled with professional strategies that aim to enhance both employee and customer experiences in organizations. Listeners can expect practical advice, updates on the latest trends, and discussions about overcoming common challenges faced in the technology space.

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2. Oliver Meadows
3. Andy Crossley
4. James Wingham
5. Patrick Bayle
6. Mark Williams
7. Bradley Howe
8. Dave Simmons

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