Podcast: Business of Tech

Each day, the flood of technology news hits. In an industry that always changes, those who deliver technology services need to focus on the information that matters to them. The Business of Tech podcast focuses on the news you need to know. Covering both the story and why it matters to the way services are created and delivered, channel veteran Dave Sobel brings you up to speed and gives you resources to go deeper. With insights and analysis, this five minute podcast focuses on the knowledge you need to be effective, profitable, and relevant.

Fri Aug-4-2023: MSFT Breach Aftermath, Security Threat Within, Questioning Amazon’s Return to Office

Three things to know today 00:00 Microsoft Grapples with Aftermath of Recent Cloud Service Breach 04:46 The Threat Within: Security Professionals Engage in Risky Online Activities 06:27 Questioning Amazon’s Data-Lacking Return-to-Office Mandate Advertisers: https://gozynta.com/eureka/ https://partnerhero.com/businessoftech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business…

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Thu Aug-3-2023: Healthcare AI Ups Breast Cancer Detection Rates, GSA considers Yearly Subs, Microsoft kills Managed Desktop

Three things to know today 00:00 AI in Healthcare: Sweeping Gains in Breast Cancer Detection Rates 05:11 Government Considers Yearly Subscriptions to Cut SaaS Costs 06:23 Microsoft Pulls the Plug on Managed Desktop Service Advertiser: https://www.cynomi.com/how-to-add-vciso-services/ https://supportadventure.com/MSPRadio/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to…

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Wed Aug-2-2023: Whole of Society Cyber Strategy, MSP + consulting + solutions, SaaS Alerts Fortify

Three things to know today 00:00 New Strategy Takes ‘Whole of Society’ Approach to Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development 03:39 Managed Services Blend Consulting and Tech Solutions for Business Success 05:27 SaaS Alerts Launches ‘Fortify’ to Streamline Microsoft Security for MSPs Advertiser: https://twingate.com/podcast/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written…

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Tue Aug-1-2023: AI Perception Problem, ServiceNow, Egnyte, Amazon, Google & Dell AI, Women’s Employment Tracked

Three things to know today 00:00 The AI Perception Problem: Rising Concerns About Data Privacy and Job Displacement 03:40 AI Takes the Stage: ServiceNow, Egnyte, Amazon, Google and Dell Bet Big on Generative AI 07:08 Women’s Employment Rises Amidst Automation Risks and Ageism in Leadership Roles Advertiser: https://www.Alinea-Partners.com/ https://supportadventure.com/MSPRadio/ Do you want the show on…

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Mon Jul-31-2023: Google Cloud Profitable, Economy Stronger, and new cyber threats & sales avenues

Two things to know today 00:00 Google Cloud Turns Profitable Amid a Resilient American Economy 03:19 From Ransomware to Cryptojacking: Changing Cyberthreat Landscape in 2023 Advertiser: https://timezest.com/mspradio/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon:…

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Recruiting Veterans and MSPs with Billy House, MSP Hire

Billy House started his career in the US Navy working in IT and radio communications. He spent 12 years honing his technical and leadership skills gaining experience in many different facets of the IT industry, including Windows and UNIX server and desktop support, customer service, network appliance management, IT security, compliance, auditing, and most importantly…

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Fri Jul-28-2023: SEC ruling for four day disclosures of incidents, 20% EBITDA for MSPs, and the Flipper Zero

Three things to know today 00:00 SEC requires public companies to disclose cyber incidents within four days 03:38 MSPs Enjoy Over 20% EBITDA for Third Year Running, According to Service Leadership Report 05:02 The Flipper Zero: A Digital Multitool with its own Mobile App Store Do you want the show on your podcast app or…

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Thu Jul-27-2023: Alexa AI, Edge AI, and more; IT Departments fail to meet Business Expectations

Two things to know today 00:00 Generative AI Makes Moves: Amazon’s Alexa Overhaul and Edge Device Deployment 04:02 IT Departments Fail to Meet Business Expectations and Need Better Demonstration of Value Advertiser: https://gozynta.com/payments/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech:…

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Wed Jul-26-2023: Positive market for MSPs, the MSP Collective?, and Passwordless under threat

Three things to know today 00:00 Increased Consumer Confidence and Global Growth in IT Services: A Win for IT Services 04:20 The MSP Collective: New Nonprofit Aims to Secure Critical Infrastructure 05:44 Passwordless Future Under Threat? Researchers Hack Fingerprint Security Advertiser: https://www.cynomi.com/ebook-top-vcisos-share-tips/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions…

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Tue Jul-25-2023: SaaS buying trends: less, affordable; Security Outsourcing, Diversity in Security increases

Three things to know today 00:00 Efficiency is Key: SaaS Buyers Opt for Fewer Seats, Affordable Options, Says Vendr Report 02:24 Outsourcing Trend: 72% of SMBs and Midmarket Firms Turning to Managed Security Services 04:22 Diversity in Cybersecurity: A Potential Solution to the Talent Shortage Advertiser: https://www.Alinea-Partners.com/ Do you want the show on your podcast…

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