IT Visionaries

We're taking a quick pause for the summer, but we'll be back soon with more new and exciting content! -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical transportation is sometimes necessary, but the operations and companies responsible for making it happen have remained relatively stagnant. This is where DocGo comes in. On this episode, Hawk Newton, the CTO of DocGo, explains how the company is solving the extremely difficult task of medical transportation, and making the entire experience easier for all involved. Tune in to learn:What is DocGo? (1:40)How can medical transportation performance improve? (5:45)Solving the extremely hard problem that is medical transportation (14:30)Finding the next wave of engineers (20:30)--IT Visionaries is sponsored by Zayo.Concerned about your network's health? 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. So, 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ultimately, most of what we do in business today relies on data of all kinds. In the last decade or so, the rise in unstructured data has meant that companies need to find ways to store and then use that data in ways they hadn’t needed to before. On this episode of IT Visionaries, Brian Pawlowski, Chief Development Officer, of Quantum, discusses what that means and how data storage has evolved. Tune in to learn:What is Quantum (2:00)What it means to store unstructured data (4:00)Why all storage is software (15:15)Meeting customer demands while dealing with physical limitations (31:00)Understanding why data is mobile and how to manage its infrastructure (37:40)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cybersecurity is a world that is constantly evolving, and experts like Vishal Salvi, CISO & Head of Cyber Practice at Infosys, are doing their best to keep up. On this episode, Vishal discusses how to prioritize your cybersecurity needs, and he breaks down some of the ways that AI will play a role in cybersecurity moving forward. Tune in to learn:What is Infosys? (2:00)The complexity of what Infosys does (6:00)What to prioritize with your cybersecurity (9:30)The conflict between security and speed (13:55)What it takes to move data loads today (17:40)The rise of identity-access AI (22:00)Where are we with AI ops? (29:40)Vishal’s journey in IT (34:50)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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/ -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Researcher Alan Kay is widely credited for saying, “The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” Our guest Brian Woodring, CIO of Rocket Companies concurs, as he is part of a company that is currently trying to define the future of mortgages. Working with Salesforce, his organization is continually trying (and learning from) innovative ways to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and generate ROI. Hear how Brian and his team may not have a “master plan” but still succeed through discovery, feedback, and a consistent focus on customers.Tune in to learn:Why there’s no “master plan” for growth in IT businesses (5:00)How did Rocket measure the progress of its digital transformation (14:45)The differences between an OKR and a key result (25:14)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cybersecurity, like so many other industries, is based on connections. Not just to countless endpoints, but also connection to the people behind the data. In this edition of IT Visionaries, guests Taher Elgamal from Salesforce, and Mike Sentonas from Crowdstrike share their perspectives on why practical communication still matters, even for the most intricate data security challenges. Tune in to learn:The benefits of the Crowdstrike Salesforce partnership (2:30)How to protect data by securing all endpoints (6:20)How companies should approach security investments for 2023 (17:30)Tips for solving the cybersecurity skills gap (26:35)Mentions:Cybersecurity Learning Hub - Trailheadhttps://bit.ly/3EytgZECrowdStrike University: https://www.crowdstrike.com/crowdstrike-university/NextGen Scholarships: https://www.crowdstrike.com/about-crowdstrike/nextgen-scholarship-program/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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Women are still largely underrepresented in the tech workforce. To combat barriers for women, Alaina Percival, CEO of Women Who Code, shares how the organization tackles bias in the tech industry by providing a platform for women to succeed without limitation. Tune in to learn why the growth of women in tech is vital for industry success, and how Women Who Code is bridging the gap for a more equitable future in tech leadership. Tune in to learn:Why women are underrepresented in the tech field (07:00)What advice Women Who Code has for breaking the barriers around becoming a tech leader (14:45)About investing in yourself and your skills in an economic downturn (27:22)Mentions:Harlan Coben, New York Times Best Selling AuthorIT 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The primary goal of cybersecurity is human safety. Even if high-tech isn’t typically equated with healthcare, Cindi Carter, Global CISO of Check Point Software Technologies, explains why it should be. Tune in to learn:Why high-tech is imperative for healthcare (3:37)The vulnerability of medical records (08:40)Healthcare cybersecurity predictions for 2023-24 (30:27)The “human factor” of cybersecurity (37:00)Mentions:HIMSS Cybersecurity in HealthcareNassim Nicholas Taleb, author of AntifragileCISSP certificationCybertalkIT 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How did one of the world’s biggest bureaucracies successfully develop a sleek, efficient, and user-friendly online benefits experience for veterans? Today’s guest, Charles Worthington, CTO of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs shares how he applied a tech startup mentality to help make the VA’s services more accessible to our nation’s finest, and why he hopes to spark a “tradition of public service” in the tech industry.Tune in to learn:An overview of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ digital services (2:55)The effort to rebuild the VA website (5:00)How the VA mobile app was launched (12:551)The state of tech in the public sector (28:50)Mentions:VA: Health and Benefits (App)Presidential Innovation FellowsUnited States Digital ServiceCareers - DigitalVA - Veterans AffairsIT 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How has finding the perfect solution for physical office spaces evolved since hybrid working has become more prevalent? James Quinn, Executive Managing Director at JLL, shares how the company analyzes the aspirations and layouts of businesses to provide the best option for building or buying a physical office space that accommodates hybrid and in-person companies. Tune in to learn more about how JLL incorporates sustainable options as well as technological advancements into its plans for the companies it partners with. Tune in to learn:How the market shift is affecting JLL and what it offers (01:20)What JLL does to curate the perfect space for a company (08:50)About the first steps of building within sustainability (11:57)How Beacon Of Hope 365 inspires Jim to focus on the positives of technology (22:48)Mentions:Elon Musk, CEO of Twitter and TeslaTwitter“Is Hybrid Work Killing Remote Summer? Yes, but It Doesn’t Have To” article by Katherine Bindley for Wall Street Journal featuring American Express.Isaac Sacolick ITV episode (17:37)Oracle CareersOpen Bionics Beacon of Hope 365Apple NASA “Tech Trends 24/7 and the Impact of Covid-19” by James P. Quinn“How to Operate Section Eight Properties” by Albert Chou (unreleased)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this special end-of-year crossover episode, the hosts from Up Next in Commerce, Marketing Trends, and IT Visionaries meet up again to discuss their biggest takeaways from their guests over the past year, and to make some predictions for what should be an exciting 2023 in marketing, tech, and ecommerce.Tune in to learn:Why your employees are your greatest customers (8:43)Why good business instincts can help overcome a lack of data (14:43)Why intuition matters, even in data-driven industries (20:47)Mentions:David Ting, ZenniDavid Heinemeier Hansson, 37signalsStephanie Dobbs Brown, CMO, Intercontinental ExchangeLil’ WayneKevin Warren, UPSEric Toda, MetaMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The problem-solving prowess of the IT leaders we meet has inspired and motivated us all year. The guests we’ve featured in 2022 have shared their strategies for cutting costs to their businesses through technology and effective leadership. They’ve shown us new tools, software, and philosophies that make the world a better place. From healthcare and education to business and sustainability, their innovation continues to carve a clear path for future success. These are just a few of our favorite segments from the 100+ interviews we held this past year. Tune in to learn:How low-code innovation is empowering Pacific Clinics to increase efficiency (02:20)How Tableau saved the Seattle Seahawks time and money with their tech (07:31)Effective scaling for technology teams (27:49)Creating sustainable power with new tech (31:57)Mentions:How Legends of Low-Code Brought Magical Solutions to Pacific ClinicsWatch: Legends of Low-Code on Salesforce PlusChampioning the Prospective Customer With David Heinemeier HanssonMining the Golden Age of Data with Tableau’s CEO Monetize Your KnowledgeAlbert’s Kajabi Course on InvestingInnovating at the Cutting Edge of Ad TechnologyMaking Reproductive Healthcare Accessible with SimpleHealthHow Deel Makes Empowering an International Workforce EasierRemoving Latency Byte by Byte with Zayo Group Respect All Your Clients’ Dreams Equally How to Be a Fearless Engineer Visualizing Code Is the Key Harnessing the Consistent Power of the Sea Through Tech 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Software itself is constantly being updated, but are some conventional approaches used by tech leaders also in need of an upgrade? David Heinemeier Hansson is the Co-owner & CTO of the software company 37signals, producer of the successful web services Basecamp and HEY. On this episode, David explains the forward-thinking methodologies that his company has successfully implemented, like championing prospective customers rather than current ones, enforcing a short six-week planning cycle, and placing a higher value on intuition over data.Tune in to learn:About the “six-week cycle” approach to innovation at 37signals (6:50)Why 37signals creates “opinionated software” (26:55)About David’s reliance on intuition over data (33:40)Why David considers writing to be a crucial leadership skill (42:08)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New research shows that businesses that invest in interoperability can grow revenue six times faster than competitors. Why, then, are only one out of every three companies making this investment? Emma McGuigan, Global Lead of Enterprise and Industry Technologies at Accenture, joins us to discuss the tech consulting company’s latest report on the benefits of adopting interoperability, and other burgeoning technologies that are driving the growth of her clients.Tune in to learn:Findings from Accenture’s report on interoperability (04:33) How Accenture approaches the collaborative process with clients (11:30)How is Accenture Reducing Costs, and Increasing Time to Value and ROI (21:26) Why Emma is excited about the future of tech (33:09) Mentions:Value Untangled: Accelerating Radical Growth Through Interoperability - Accenture“Companies with Highly Interoperable Technology Achieve Six Times Higher Revenue Growth, According to New Accenture Research” (Accenture Press Release; Nov. 30, 2022)MuleSoft“Emma McGuigan, Senior Managing Director, Accenture Microsoft Business Group at Accenture” (Digital Leaders Podcast)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When logging into devices and applications that hold the key to a user's identity, how can that user tell who is at the other end of the line? When it comes to internet safety and securing a user's identity online, Phil Dunkelberger, President and CEO of Nok Nok Labs, shares that the future of online security is cybersecurity that can be simplified through public private key cryptography. On this episode, Phil explains what that means, plus the purpose of FIDO and how it can create frictionless security for users logging into their devices and applications.Tune in to learn:What FIDO is designed to do for users (9:55)Why public private keys used for authentication benefits the customer (14:00)How pass keys have evolved to render the need for two devices for personal and work purposes unnecessary (28:00)About Nok Nok’s Study on the IT Support side of the problem with authentication (35:36)Mentions:Vanguard Totem TechAlli Bey, CEO of Totem TechDr. Larry Ponemon, Founder and Chairman of Ponemon InstitutePYMNTSKaren Webster, CEO of PYMNTSKaren webster’s study“Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike” by Phil KnightXerox Phil ZimmermannSymantecIT 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Over 90% of all cyber attacks start with a phishing email to an unsuspecting victim. As cyber criminal techniques become more sophisticated, how can businesses keep their communication channels safe? On this episode, David Raissipour, Chief Technology and Product Officer at the cloud-based cybersecurity company Mimecast, discusses the importance of cyber protection education and shares how his engineering team innovates to give businesses the upper hand over cyber threats.Tune in to learn:The importance of cybersecurity education (07:11)How Mimecast innovates for new kinds of cyber crime (13:56)How the current economy is impacting the cybersecurity industry (28:01)The demand for cybersecurity jobs (33:20)Mentions:“Closing the Cybersecurity Skills Gap” (IT Visionaries podcast; Episode 425)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 -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are menial workflow tasks keeping cybersecurity teams from reaching their full potential? Tines is a fast-growing, Ireland-based company that’s bringing automation to the security workforce, with no code writing necessary. The company’s Co-founder and CEO Eoin Hinchy joins us to discuss the ingenious automation process that narrows all workflow duties down to a mere seven “action types,” freeing up cyber workers to focus on keeping your data safe.Tune in to learn:Tines and its no-code approach to cybersecurity (01:00)The seven “action types” that Tines automates (06:48)How much time is saved automating these workflows? (25:03)Eoin’s “hot take” on the cybersecurity skills gap (27:20)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For companies seeking to scale globally, overcoming language barriers in foreign markets can be a major challenge. Unbabel is an AI-powered platform that combines machine and human translation to help businesses provide localized, multilingual customer experiences around the world. On this episode, Unbabel’s Co-founder and CEO Vasco Pedro reveals how his lifelong passion for language led to the company’s formation, and why AI technology is transforming the way we communicate across cultures.Tune in to learn:About Unbabel and LangOps (1:06)The origin of Vasco’s fascination with language (15:30)The early breakthroughs at Unbabel (22:48)AI translation’s impact on globalization (31:48)Mentions:AlphaGo - DeepMind“Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies” (book by Jared Diamond)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let’s face it — nobody likes doing taxes. And staying on top of changing codes, rates, and regulations can be a time-consuming endeavor for companies. Avalara is a tax compliance automation platform that’s making tax solutions easier for businesses all around the world. Avalara’s EVP of Engineering and CTO Danny Fields joins us to discuss the wide scale of innovation required to deliver fast and accurate tax computations globally, and why companies still using manual methods should make the switch to automation now.Tune in to learn:What is Avalara and what does it do? (01:09)How Avalara keeps track of constant changes in the tax code (10:45)What it was like moving Avalara toward automation (16:39)Why some companies are slow to adopt tax automation (27:03)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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Business processes get faster and more convenient everyday as we automate tedious busywork. That said, how much further can automation efforts take us? Chris Byers, CEO of Formstack, discusses the wide ranging industries that would benefit from additional digital automation and how Formstack empowers non-technical employees to solve process-problems.Tune in to learn:How has Formstack simplified the user experience over time? (02:52)The rise of automating office work (15:40)Who is driving innovation in organizations? (17:40)How far are we from a paperless future? (24:00) 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. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the holiday shopping season in full swing, how are businesses handling the busiest commerce period of the year? On this special crossover episode, the hosts from Mission.org podcasts, Up Next in Commerce, Marketing Trends and IT Visionaries join forces for the first time ever to discuss all things retail. Tune in to hear Stephanie, Jeremy, and Albert share their thoughts and expertise about the latest shopping technology, holiday cyber threats, and whether shifting consumer attitudes will make Black Friday a thing of the past.Tune in to learn:Has in-store Black Friday shopping become a thing of the past? (04:21)Cybersecurity’s role in Black Friday and Cyber Monday (13:51)Is there consumer optimism in today’s uncertain market? (19:02)End capping its evolution into ad-buying (29:15)The Mission hosts share about their podcasts (42:52)Mentions:“Bringing Build-A-Bear Alive in New Ways With Jenn Kretchmar, Chief Digital and Merchandising Officer of Build-A-Bear Workshop” (Marketing Trends podcast; Episode 359)“How The Simple P&L Statement Can Be Key To Long-Term Success” (Up Next In Commerce podcast; Episode 33)“Not Dumbing It Down: DECIEM and the Art of Straightforward Marketing with Jordanne Dyck” (Up Next In Commerce podcast; Episode 197)“Flipping Ecommerce on its Head” (Up Next In Commerce podcast; Episode 90)Common Thread Collective“Where ‘Credit’ Is Due with Randy Kern, CTO, Marqeta” (IT Visionaries podcast; Episode 417)Stephan Pretorius - Chief Technology Officer - WPP“Smart TV and Smarter TV Marketing With Jordan Rost, Head of Ad Marketing, Roku, Inc.” (Marketing Trends podcast; Episode 341)American Giant: American Made Clothing & ActivewearDanny Fields - EVP Engineering and Chief Technology Officer - Avalara“Why Liquid Death Didn’t Water Down Its Marketing Strategy” (Up Next In Commerce podcast; Episode 262)Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With so many options provided by different platforms, how can a company ensure it is choosing the best option? Boris Lokschin, Co-founder and CEO of Spryker Systems, has nearly 20 years’ experience building commerce technologies, and claims it’s best to create a tech stack that provides options for the customer rather than relying on preset models. Listen to hear more about Spryker Systems and how the company created stability for sophisticated transactional business models in today’s ever-changing market. Tune in to learn:How digital transformation has changed the industry (04:38) Why Spryker’s buyers started to change (11:42) About the evolution of commerce engines (17:25) What happens when the market flips (31:47) IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce Platform. If you love the thought leadership on this podcast, Salesforce has even more meaty IT thoughts to chew on. Take your company to the next level with in-depth research and trends right in your inbox. Subscribe to a newsletter tailored to your role at Salesforce.com/newsletter.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not only are cybersecurity threats rapidly evolving and increasing in number, but the market for solutions is almost equally complicated. Ian McShane, Field CTO and VP of Strategy at Arctic Wolf, explains how they guide companies through these challenges, sharing his thoughts on the cybersecurity industry and offering words of wisdom for business leaders. Tune in to learn:What is unique about Arctic Wolf (01:10)Ian’s observations about the industry (4:40)How the cybersecurity industry has changed over the last 10+ years (9:47)The shortage in cybersecurity professionals (22:30)Technologies and skills business leaders should invest in (25:55)Mentions:NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)Minority Report (Science Fiction Movie)The Bombpops (Band)IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce Platform. If you love the thought leadership on this podcast, Salesforce has even more meaty IT thoughts to chew on. Take your company to the next level with in-depth research and trends right in your inbox. Subscribe to a newsletter tailored to your role at Salesforce.com/newsletter.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can brands best utilize today’s technology to make the biggest possible impact on consumers? Our guest today is Stephan Pretorius, Chief Technology Officer at WPP, the world’s largest marketing services organization. Poised at the forefront of advertising innovation, Stephan discusses how marketers can effectively target consumers without impinging on their privacy, and shares how some of WPP’s most groundbreaking ad campaigns came to fruition.Tune in to learn:What is WPP and what is Stephan’s role there? (01:10)How does WPP navigate the changing marketing landscape? (16:40)Deepfakes and the future of likeness licensing in advertising (28:10)Stephan’s tech journey and his advice for aspiring tech leaders (35:55)Mentions:Cadbury Celebrations | Not Just A Cadbury AdToxic Influence: A Dove Film | Dove Self-Esteem ProjectIT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce Platform. If you love the thought leadership on this podcast, Salesforce has even more meaty IT thoughts to chew on. Take your company to the next level with in-depth research and trends right in your inbox. Subscribe to a newsletter tailored to your role at Salesforce.com/newsletter.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A staggering 1.5 billion people all over the world are actively trying to learn English as an additional language, which can be difficult without access to a regular conversation partner. Enter Sameer Shariff, Co-founder and CEO of Cambly, a networking platform that allows students from around the globe to interact with English-speaking tutors. Hear Sameer describe the innovative technology behind the app and how its simple, fun design positions students for success.Tune in to learn:What is Cambly and what inspired its formation? (02:11)How Cambly built its community of tutors (8:20)Comparing Cambly with other language apps (18:40)Why Cambly is going “all in” on English learning (27:00)IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce Platform. If you love the thought leadership on this podcast, Salesforce has even more meaty IT thoughts to chew on. Take your company to the next level with in-depth research and trends right in your inbox. Subscribe to a newsletter tailored to your role at Salesforce.com/newsletter.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Starting a new creative endeavor can often seem like a major gamble, but what if there existed a tool that helped creators minimize their entrepreneurial risk? Mahesh Guruswamy is the CTO of Kajabi, a multifaceted online business platform designed to help entrepreneurs, experts and influencers succeed. Tune in to learn the approach to innovation at the company, and how Mahesh and his engineering team have effectively scaled the platform during a time of major growth.Tune in to learn:About Kajabi and what makes it special (02:30)Kajabi’s various product domains (08:20)The Kajabi playbook of scale, speed and reliability (21:55)How Kajabi decides which new features to bet on (32:05)Mentions:Kajabi Edge (podcast)IT Visionaries is brought to you by Salesforce Platform. If you love the thought leadership on this podcast, Salesforce has even more meaty IT thoughts to chew on. Take your company to the next level with in-depth research and trends right in your inbox. Subscribe to a newsletter tailored to your role at Salesforce.com/newsletter.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

According to a 2018 survey, 40% of first-time homebuyers considered purchasing a home to be the most stressful event in modern life. But does it have to be that way? Regis Hadiaris is the VP of Product Strategy at Rocket Central, a hub of companies that includes America’s largest mortgage lender, Rocket Mortgage. Tune in to hear how his team is using data-driven innovation to try to make the home buying process as fast, simple, and stress-free as possible.Tune in to learn:Rocket Central’s emphasis on simplicity (2:40)The outdated model of some of Rocket’s competitors (10:35)The long-term vision at Rocket Central (19:43)The UI design process at Rocket Central (24:55)Did you know, Salesforce is one of the founding members of World Economic Forum's Cybersecurity Learning Hub ?The learning hub democratizes access to cybersecurity skills by providing free and career-oriented modules that give people a route towards in-demand roles. Visit Trailhead to skill up for the future and learn in-demand skills that lead to top jobs.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can small businesses find success with funding? Prashant Fuloria, CEO of Fundbox, shares his insights on how short periods of reliable funding can boost capital and keep small business owners focused on their crafts. Tune in to learn more about Fundbox’s data innovation and how building customer relationships can help customer retention.Tune in to learn:What Fundbox is and how it helps small businesses (1:40)How Fundbox creates strategies to help solve funding problems (15:20)About Fundbox’s unique customer loyalty strategy (28:10)IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus ? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Closing the cybersecurity skills gap might seem like a problem for established tech professionals to solve, but a technical background isn’t even necessary to join the cause. On this episode, we continue our “Cybersecurity” series with guests Melonia da Gama, Director of Marketing at Fortinet’s NSE Training Institute, and Lynn Simons, Senior Director of Security Awareness and Engagement at Salesforce. Hear these two champions of cyber education discuss why a diverse talent pool and a bit of daily diligence are needed to stop cybercriminals in their tracks.Tune in to learn:The partnership between Fortinet and Salesforce (04:03)The importance of hiring diverse talent for cybersecurity jobs (16:10)Why cybersecurity is a “human issue” (22:54)The success of cybersecurity training programs (34:31)Mentions:Cybersecurity Learning Hub - TrailheadNational Cybersecurity Alliance“Closing the Cybersecurity Skills Gap with Cyber Experts Gill Thomas and Seán Doyle” (IT Visionaries podcast)CIO MagazineDid you know, Salesforce is one of the founding members of World Economic Forum's Cybersecurity Learning Hub ?The learning hub democratizes access to cybersecurity skills by providing free and career-oriented modules that give people a route towards in-demand roles. Visit Trailhead to skill up for the future and learn in-demand skills that lead to top jobs. Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The need for cybersecurity has never been more apparent than in today’s growing digital world. But are there enough skilled cyber workers to keep up with rising demand? On this episode, Gill Thomas, Director of the Engagement, Capacity & Resilience Program at the Global Cyber Alliance and Seán Doyle, Lead at the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Cybersecurity, share how an innovative instructional program is providing people with the skills to help address the global cybersecurity worker shortage.Tune in to learn:The extent of the cybersecurity professional shortage (04:17)The success of the Cybersecurity Learning Hub (17:08)The curriculum at the Cybersecurity Learning Hub (24:50)What is the future of cybersecurity? (36:42)Mentions:Cybersecurity Learning Hub - TrailheadFortinetCybersecurity Multi-Donor Trust Fund - World BankCyberFirst - National Cyber Security Centre“The War with Algorithms: Why Your Next Security Strategy Includes A.I. and Machine Learning” (IT Visionaries podcast; Episode 244)Did you know, Salesforce is one of the founding members of World Economic Forum's Cybersecurity Learning Hub?The learning hub democratizes access to cybersecurity skills by providing free and career-oriented modules that give people a route towards in-demand roles. Visit Trailhead to skill up for the future and learn in-demand skills that lead to top jobs. Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How is automation creating more jobs in the workplace? Jeff Burnstein, President of A3, claims that by using automation to function alongside workers, it can create more jobs for the market and allow workers more time for important tasks. Listen to the episode to hear more about Jeff’s perspective on how automation can transform the job market. Tune in to learn:What is A3 and how does it supports the industry (1:20) How A3 educates companies on automation (7:45) About the Automate Show (18:00) Taking advantage of the data to improve automation technology (28:00) IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As companies rely more heavily on analytics to draw insights, how can they be sure that they’re truly getting the most out of their data? Dr. Yu Xu is the CEO of TigerGraph, a graph analytics software company that created the industry’s first distributed native graph database. Tune in to hear Dr. Xu explain the development process behind this revolutionary technology and why it is reshaping the way businesses approach, analyze, and act upon their data.Tune in to learn:What a native parallel graph database is (2:00) How companies integrate TigerGraph’s database (9:44)About TigerGraph’s six-year development journey (16:00) How Dr. Xu has adjusted to his role as CEO (30:19) IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If automation technology has the ability to revolutionize the way businesses operate, then what’s keeping so many from adopting it? Today, we are joined by two top minds from the world’s leading CRM platform Salesforce: Joyce Paul, Director of Research & Insights, and Shalini Mayor, Senior Director of Enterprise Automation. Tune in to hear Joyce and Shalini discuss how Salesforce is collaborating with its customers to make automation implementation faster, easier, and more personalized than ever.Tune in to learn:Why some companies are slow to adopt automation (02:50)About the collaborative process at Salesforce (14:45)What successful automation implementation looks like (24:20)How automation is changing people’s lives at work and at home (28:25)Mentions:“Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't” by Jim CollinsAutomation Is Just the Beginning for Business — Here’s How the IT Leaders Are Taking It to the Next LevelIT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adding features to existing software often requires a great deal of hard work, but simplification can be an even more difficult process. Clate Mask is the CEO and Co-Founder of Keap, a CRM and sales and marketing automation platform focused on small business needs. On this episode, Clate speaks candidly about the company’s early days, which boasted a powerful but complex automation tool, and the challenges he and his team overcame in order to make the platform more accessible.Tune in to learn:What Keap provides its customers (1:50)How Keap simplified its platform for small businesses (12:00)About “when/then automation” (23:55)Clate’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs (25:40)IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Businesses often rely on data to provide them with useful insights about the “what” — what is working and what isn’t. But is there a way to uncover the “why”? Jigar Desai is the SVP of Engineering at Sisu, a data intelligence engine that uses automated analytics to determine why certain KPI changes occur. On this episode, Jigar explains the revolutionary technology behind the Sisu engine, what its implementation process involves, and how this very podcast could benefit from its use.Tune in to learn:What Sisu provides its customers (02:20)How Sisu offers recommendations after making its findings (15:30)The benefits of using Sisu (26:40)Which dimensions help Sisu make its determinations (30:30) IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Data center maintenance requires an intricate balance of automation, integration, supply management, and equipment knowledge. Without an optimized approach, the risk of extended resolution times looms large. On this episode of IT Visionaries, we welcome Michael Cantor, CIO of Park Place Technologies for a discussion of how his company streamlines these processes to support an ever-growing slate of platforms and hardware, alongside some thoughts on the future of optimized data management. Tune in to learn:An overview of Park Place Technologies and its innovations in optimizing enterprise-class data center systems (1:45)The biggest challenges Park Place faces in maintaining and optimizing these systems (6:22)The origin and importance of “DMSO” to Park Place Technologies (14:32)How Park Place Technologies continues to support and optimize older hardware (19:09)IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While credit cards have made the payment process considerably easier for users over the years, the systems that support those transactions are more complex than one might expect. Randy Kern is the CTO of the modern card issuing and payment processing platform Marqeta. On this episode, Randy offers a deep dive into the evolution of card payment technology and tells us how Marqeta is transforming the payment landscape.Tune in to learn:About Marqeta and its customers (2:00)About the modernization of credit payments (5:25)Untangling the payment space (16:30)What the next few years might hold for the payment space (30:45)Randy’s thoughts on alternative payments and peer-to-peer lending (36:00)IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automationMission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How have digital consultancies continued to evolve in the modern business landscape? Jenny Koehler, Strategic Growth & Business Development Leader at PwC, and Patty Cheung, VP of Alliances & Channels (Americas) at MuleSoft believe that lasting customer connections come from truly listening to customers’ unique problems and updating tech systems to better support their processes. Listen in to hear more about their thoughts on investing and modernizing software to encourage growth and customer relationships.Tune in to learn:What MuleSoft and PwC do and how they work together (02:25)MuleSoft and PwC collaborating to help SMBs leverage the loan process (11:10)Patty’s thoughts on custom coding (18:50)Why crossing the chasm to newer tech is vital for a company’s growth (29:00)About PwC’s acquisition of Netrovert and partnership with MuleSoft (36:40)Mentions:Jim Collins “Good to Great” bookIT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can CIOs drive successful digital transformation within their organizations? Isaac Sacolick, author and President of StarCIO, shares his expert advice based on his experience in digital transformation consulting, as well as ideas from his new book Digital Trailblazer. Tune in to hear his insights into the market and his tips for CIOs.Tune in to learn:Isaac’s Career Evolution (02:45)Isaac’s Insights into the Market (05:01)What CIOs Should Be Thinking About (10:13)Will Doing Nothing Lead to Failure? (25:55)Tips for CIOs in Legacy Industries and Organizations (34:29)Mentions:Digital Trailblazer: Essential Lessons to Jumpstart Transformation and Accelerate Your Technology L eadership (book by Isaac Sacolick)IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Watching Salesforce Trailblazers work under pressure to craft customer low-code solutions for Pacific Clinics is inspiring and even brought tears to the eyes of Eleanor Castillo Sumi, the SVP of Strategy, Innovation, and Growth. As a nonprofit, Pacific Clinics faces unique challenges integrating systems with disparate government entities, and CFO Jason Gurahoo can account for the powerful changes these solutions are bringing to the organization. Tune in for a special BTS of how the Legends of Low Code tv series is bringing more efficiency and a better user experience to Pacific Clinics and their customers. Tune in to learn:Who does Pacific Clinics help? (2:15)What it takes to bring transformation at Pacific Clinics (4:30)Understanding how and find the tools to make change (11:45)Finding and cultivating the right practitioners (25:00)Why Elenor was blown away by her experience on Legends of Low Code (31:30)Mentions:Salesforce Plus TV Show “Legends of Low Code”IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce 2022. Catch the news and insights coming out of Dreamforce this year for free on Salesforce Plus. Just visit Salesforce.com/plus. Content will start rolling today!Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.