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Explain IT

Softcat
Softcat
Cybersecurity
HPE
Private Cloud
Hybrid Cloud
Windows 11
Cyber Automation
Artificial Intelligence
Data Management
Networking
Burnout
Cloud Computing
Cloud Modernization
Automation Tools
Public Cloud
Data Security
Acquisitions
Palo Alto Networks
Observability
Customer Experience

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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Latest Episodes

Modernising infrastructure does not have to mean starting from scratch. In this episode, Helen Gidney, Softcat's Head of Architecture, is joined by Sam Woodcock, Senior Director of Solutions Architecture at 11:11 Systems and Pat Parrish, Proposition ... more

Helen Gidney, Softcat's Head of Architecture, heads to Las Vegas (in spirit, at least) with Tim Loake from Dell Technologies and Softcat's own Tim Jeans to pick apart the biggest announcements from Dell Technologies World 2026.

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Is your business truly cyber resilient, or are you one malicious click away from a system lockdown?

In this episode of Softcat's Explain It podcast, host Helen Gidney is joined by James Blake from Cohesity and Gary Hawkins from Softcat to work throu... more

"It’s not just about where your data lives - it’s about who should, or shouldn’t, have access to it."

In this episode of Softcat’s Explain IT podcast, host Helen Gidney, Head of Architecture at Softcat, is joined by Sabina Anja, Chief Technologist, ... more

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Sam Woodcock
Senior Director of Solutions Architecture
11.11 Systems
Episode: Modernising Infrastructure Without Starting from Scratch
Pat Parrish
Proposition Owner for Hybrid Platforms
Softcat
Episode: Modernising Infrastructure Without Starting from Scratch
Tim Loake
Vice President, Infrastructure Solutions Group UK at Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies
Episode: The AI Reality Check: Enterprise IT & Infrastructure Insights from Dell Tech World 2026
Tim Jeans
Enterprise Sales Director at Softcat
Softcat
Episode: The AI Reality Check: Enterprise IT & Infrastructure Insights from Dell Tech World 2026
James Blake
VP of Global Cyber Resiliency Strategy, Consulting and Response Services
Cohesity
Episode: Cyber Resiliency: The Prevention, Response and Recovery
Gary Hawkins
Hybrid Platforms Chief Technologist
Softcat
Episode: Cyber Resiliency: The Prevention, Response and Recovery
Kelly Calver
Expert in customer support for Windows 11 migration
Softcat
Episode: Explain IT: Highlights from our conversations in 2025
Ella Chew
Specialist in application lifecycle management
Softcat
Episode: Explain IT: Highlights from our conversations in 2025
Andy Crossley
Data strategy expert
Softcat
Episode: Explain IT: Highlights from our conversations in 2025

Host

Helen Gidney
Softcat's Head of Architecture; appears as primary host across multiple episodes focusing on architecture, data, and security topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 135 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 States7 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Learned so much! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lidaaaa
    United States7 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Balanced mix of theory and actionable guidance.
Guest lineup demonstrates strong industry expertise and vendor diversity.
Engaging and easy to digest without oversimplifying complex topics.
Clear practical takeaways for real-world IT teams.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Data Sovereignty in a Multi Cloud World
Q: When businesses are approaching data sovereignty, what's the first thing they should do?
They should start by identifying their most critical data and understanding their current data sovereignty status, including compliance and infrastructure needs.
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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What is Explain IT about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets IT professionals and technology leaders with a focus on enterprise tech, cybersecurity, data strategy, cloud, and how these areas intersect with business outcomes. Episodes frequently explore practical frameworks, governance, and leadership collaboration between IT and security, often featuring Softcat experts and industry partners. The format tends to balance actionable guidance with real-world anecdotes, making complex topics like data sovereignty, private cloud, and AI adoption accessible for practitioners aiming to translate tech insights into business value. A standout element is its pragmatic, B2B-friendly framing, with guests spanning vendor representatives, consultants, and senior IT practitioners, offering both te... more

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2. Pat Parrish
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4. Tim Jeans
5. James Blake
6. Gary Hawkins
7. Kelly Calver
8. Ella Chew

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