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Each day, the flood of technology news hits. In an industry that always changes, those who deliver technology services need to focus on the information that matters to them. The Business of Tech podcast focuses on the news you need to know. Covering both the story and why it matters to the way services are created and delivered, channel veteran Dave Sobel brings you up to speed and gives you resources to go deeper. With insights and analysis, this five minute podcast focuses on the knowledge you need to be effective, profitable, and relevant.
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Today's episode of the Business of Tech explores the challenges faced by startups and companies using generative AI, highlighting how the technology has not lived up to its initial hype. Intel and Microsoft are redefining AI-powered PCs, while automation and AI are poised to enhance RPA capabilities. Generative AI, particularly chatbots like ChatGPT, is experiencing criticism and setbacks, with concerns about errors, intellectual property, cost, and environmental impact. Some startups are struggling, and companies are realizing generative AI is not the solution they once thought it would be.Three things to know today 00:00 The Struggle of Startups and Companies with Generative AI: Not the Panacea Once Imagined04:42 Intel and Microsoft Define the AI-Powered PC Standards07:32 The Evolution of Automation: How AI is Set to Supercharge RPA's Capabilities Supported by:  https://coreview.com/msp/  Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today's episode of the podcast covers the challenges IT teams face with burnout due to a war room incident management approach. A study by Dynatrace reveals how blame culture and disconnected teams contribute to this issue. The episode also discusses a decline in remote job postings on LinkedIn despite the demand for work flexibility and highlights gender equality views among tech professionals. Three things to know today 00:00 Combating Burnout: IT Teams Suffer Under 'War-Room' Incident Management Tactics04:22 LinkedIn Data Shows Decline in Remote Job Postings Amid Ongoing Demand for Work Flexibility08:08 Nigel Frank Study Highlights Discrepancy in Gender Equality Views Among Tech Professionals   Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/https://mspradio.com/engage/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On today's episode, we discuss IT leaders' regrets over quick AI investments, CISA's budget cuts amid cyber threats, and Microsoft's new work era with NPUs. It's World Backup Day soon, prompting MSPs to engage customers on data protection. The challenges of hasty AI adoption are explored, along with the rise of chatbots using large language models. Stay informed with the latest tech insights and opportunities.Three things to know today 00:00 One-Quarter of IT Leaders Regret Hasty AI Investments, Asana Survey Reveals03:35 CISA Faces Budget Cut Amid Growing Cyber Threats and Political Backlash05:48 Microsoft's 'New Era of Work': Surface Devices with NPUs to Accelerate Copilot Adoption  Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/https://mspradio.com/engage/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode of "The Business of Tech" podcast, host Dave Sobel covers the latest tech news, including Accenture slashing their revenue forecast, SolarWinds supporting U.S. cybersecurity efforts, and Arrow Electronics introducing AI-driven enhancements for cloud business management. The weekly market review discusses the performance of the Russell 2000 and S&P 600 indices. Accenture's revenue forecast cut is attributed to a slowdown in consulting demand, reflecting a broader trend in the industry.Three things to know today00:00 Accenture Slashes 2024 Revenue Forecasts as Consulting Demand Wanes04:13 SolarWinds Sets Precedent for Software Providers in Support of U.S. Cybersecurity Efforts06:58 Arrow Electronics Introduces ArrowSphere Assistant: AI-Driven Enhancements for Cloud Business Management Supported by:  Https://huntress.com/mspradio/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On this bonus episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses the philosophy of "fuck average, be legendary" with guest Fred Kerry, CEO of IdeaPros. During our conversation, Fred shares the provocative origins of this motto and how it encapsulates the drive needed to achieve an extraordinary life.Supported by: https://skykick.com/mspradio/ https://huntress.com/mspradio/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On this episode of the Business of Tech Lounge, host Dave Sobel covers a range of topics, including preparedness for CMMC 2.0, training technicians to understand the business, and an interview preview with Fred Carey. The show also addresses listener questions and updates on Broadcom and VMware partners, McDonald's self-serve, and United Health. The episode highlights the support of Salesbuildr, the first Patreon vendor sponsor. Additionally, a major change in the real estate market is discussed as the National Association of Realtors settles a lawsuit to shift from standard to negotiable commissions, potentially bringing increased competition and new business models. Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today's episode of the Business of Tech covers critical industry news. NIST's National Vulnerability Database is facing delays, impacting security efforts. Microsoft warns about cloud services in Russia due to European sanctions. Enforcing software agreements through resellers is a pivotal decision.  The NVD slowdown and its implications for security are discussed, along with criticism of MITRE for not addressing the issue. The episode also mentions CISA's budget requests, highlighting key challenges in the tech industry. Three things to know today 00:00 NIST's National Vulnerability Database Faces Delays, Compromising Security Efforts03:40 Microsoft Halts Cloud Services in Russia, Citing European Sanctions and Urging Data Backup06:03 Enforcing Software Agreements Through Resellers: A Pivotal Court Decision with Industry-Wide Implications   Supported by:  https://coreview.com/msp/https://mspradio.com/engage/    Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel covers the rising cyber frauds impacting US businesses, ransomware gangs' battles, tech support scams leading to a $26 million FTC settlement, and an EU cloud trade body's call for an investigation into Broadcom's VMware licensing changes. Additionally, the impact of AI hacking on March Madness bets and Microsoft's warning of a phishing campaign targeting tax filers are discussed. Four things to know today00:00 AI Hacking on March Madness Bets and Rising Cyber Frauds: A Costly Season for U.S. Businesses05:10 Ransomware Gangs' Ego Battles and Stolen Password Tactics: Unveiling the Chaos Behind Cyber Threats07:07 Tech Support Scams Lead to $26 Million FTC Settlement, Highlighting Need for Industry Standards08:59 EU Cloud Trade Body Calls for Investigation into Broadcom's VMware Licensing Changes, Citing Market Harm  Supported by:  https://timezest.com/mspradio/https://huntress.com/mspradio/    Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, key highlights include Apple negotiating to use Google's Gemini AI for Siri, the increasing use of AI in various industries such as healthcare, marketing, sports, and politics, and Ingram Micro's $8 billion IPO plans with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley.  Additionally, Microsoft has upgraded the free version of Copilot to GPT-4 Turbo, enhancing its logical reasoning capabilities. Lastly, Apple is exploring incorporating Google Gemini into the next iPhone OS to enhance Siri's performance. Three things to know today00:00 Apple in Negotiations to Power Siri with Google's Gemini AI in Upcoming iPhone OS05:06 Use Cases for AI in Healthcare, Marketing, Sports, and Politics Discussed08:56 Ingram Micro Eyes $8 Billion IPO with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley for April Launch  Supported by:  https://skykick.com/mspradio/https://coreview.com/msp/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today on the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel discusses the challenges remote employees face with higher layoff rates and lower promotion rates. Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Fain propose a shorter work week to address long hours compared to global peers. Additionally, generative AI adoption is recommended to combat slowdowns due to copyright concerns. Dave also delves into the impact of return-to-office mandates on firms' financial metrics and employee satisfaction levels. The episode explores how such mandates may be used to reassert control over employees and points to declines in overall job satisfaction and work-life balance as a result. Three things to know today00:00 Remote Employees Face Higher Layoff and Lower Promotion Rates, Exposing Firms to Legal Risks05:46 Sanders and Fain Advocate for a Shorter Workweek, Highlight Long Hours Compared to Global Peers08:06 Generative AI Adoption to Face Slowdown Over Copyright Concerns, Gartner Reports  Supported by:  https://movebot.io/      Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode of "The Business of Tech," host Dave Sobel discusses the 2024 economic paradox, with rising inflation concerns conflicting with surging small business optimism. The episode covers CompTIA's report on the IT channel's optimism for AI and tech services growth, Microsoft's co-pilot strategy, Musk's open source gambit, and OpenAI's App Store impact.  The market review includes a drop in the Russell 2000 and S&P 600, despite small business confidence and consumer spending rising under the Biden-Harris administration. Economic optimism among small businesses is at a 22-year high, with most business owners feeling positive about the national economy. Three things to know today00:00 2024 Economic Paradox: Rising Inflation Concerns Clash with Surging Small Business Optimism04:47 CompTIA Report Unveils Surge in IT Channel's Optimism for AI and Tech Services Growth07:24 Microsoft's Copilot Strategy, Musk's Open-Source Gambit, and OpenAI's App Store Hurdles  Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/  Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On this bonus episode of The Business of Tech, Dave explores the buzz around regulation and CMMC 2.0 with guest Mike Semel. They discuss the $100,000 impact and the differences between CMMC 1.0 and 2.0, shedding light on the evolving cybersecurity landscape and its implications for MSPs across various industries. Tune in to gain insights on the changing regulatory environment and its potential effects on businesses.    Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/      Looking for a link from the stories?   The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon:  https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff?  Cool Merch?  Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftech  Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode of the Business of Tech Lounge, host Dave Sobel discusses a variety of topics relevant to the tech industry. The episode includes an analysis of a lawsuit involving a law firm and its IT provider, featuring insights from attorney Brad Gross. It delves into IDC data concerning the evolving role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and examines the allocation of budgets for cloud storage. Listeners will learn about Claude 3 and its ongoing testing phase. The episode also recaps Dave's conversation with Tabitha Scott and teases an upcoming interview with Mike Semel. Additionally, the show does a call out to vendor patrons, highlighting advertising opportunities on the podcast for those interested in reaching a large audience of Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Dave encourages listeners to sign up for vendor support and advertising via the show's Patreon page at patreon.com/mspradio. Throughout the episode, Dave takes live questions and comments from the audience, promising a dedicated question segment for both live and listener-submitted inquiries. The top story of the episode covers a CyberScoop piece detailing a White House advisory group's recommendation for the creation of new economic incentive programs and liability protections to bolster cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. The group's report identifies a gap where market forces alone fail to prioritize cybersecurity and suggests solutions including financial incentives, enhanced education on federal services, and the development of liability protections to foster information sharing. Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today's episode of the podcast discusses Apple's strategic move in AI with the acquisition of Darwin AI, signaling a focus on generative AI capabilities. The FCC redefines broadband with higher speed requirements, shifting to 100 down and 20 up. Other topics covered include navigating privacy regulations, IT spending trends, AI's cloud impact, and the quest for shared reality. Apple's acquisition of Darwin AI aims to enhance their generative AI capabilities, with Alexander Wong from Darwin AI joining Apple's AI group. Microsoft Teams is set to merge into a single unified app for work and personal use. Three things to know today00:00 Apple's Strategic Move in AI: DarwinAI Acquisition Signals Generative AI Focus04:00 FCC Redefines 'Broadband' with Higher Speed Requirements: A Shift to 100 Mbps Downloads and 20 Mbps Uploads05:31 Shaping the Digital Future: Navigating Privacy Regulations, IT Spending Trends, AI's Cloud Impact, and the Quest for Shared Reality Supported by:  https://coreview.com/msp/     Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel highlights Devin's AI breakthrough in autonomously resolving engineering tasks, the EU's groundbreaking AI act for regulation, and the impressive 130% year-over-year growth in the AR-VR headset market. Three things to know today 00:00 Devin's Breakthrough in AI: Resolving Over 13% of Engineering Tasks Autonomously03:37 EU Sets Global Precedent with the World's First Major AI Act to Regulate Artificial Intelligence from 202406:19 AR/VR Headset Market Sees 130.4% YoY Growth in Q4 2023 Amidst Technological Innovations in Healthcare  Supported by:  https://coreview.com/msp/   Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
On today's episode of The Business of Tech, we delve into Intel's vision of the AI PC as the future of computing, exploring the components that define it and how it will shape PCs moving forward. Additionally, we discuss key moves by tech giants like Solix, Raga AI, Salesforce, and Microsoft, as well as the PAX 8 event in New Zealand focusing on professional services post-divestiture. The episode also highlights technological advancements in accessibility, from speech assistance to hearing support, showcasing how tech is making strides in this area. Four things to know today 00:00 Intel's Strategy: 'AI PC' Not a Spec, But a Forecast of Computing's AI-Driven Future02:42 KnowBe4, Solix, RagaAI, Salesforce and Microsoft moves05:38 Pax8 in New Zealand: Focuses on Professional Services and Channel Purity Post-Divestiture07:35 From Speech Assistance to Hearing Support: How Tech is Making Strides in Accessibility Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/    Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today's episode of the Business of Tech covers the challenges facing CISA in improving cybersecurity workforce and collaboration, AI's impact on workplace dynamics, and the reality of AI in the fast-food industry. President Biden's call to ban AI voice impersonations and Oregon's new right to repair law are also discussed. Three things to know today 00:00 Challenges Ahead for CISA as GAO Calls for Improved Cybersecurity Workforce and Collaboration04:11 AI's Potential to Transform Workplace Dynamics and Foster Better Employee Relations, According to HP06:58 The Reality of AI in Fast-Food: A Closer Look at the Challenges Beyond the Hype   Supported by:  https://skykick.com/mspradio/    Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
In this episode host Dave Sobel discusses contrasting trends in the tech job market and the MSP sector's growth. Despite the overall job market's growth, tech occupations are facing an increase in unemployment rates. Meanwhile, MSPs are experiencing revenue growth driven by AI and cloud solutions, even as they navigate customer acquisition challenges The episode delves into employment data with insights from the ADP employment report and the Fed's job report, noting a discrepancy in job addition numbers and a rise in the unemployment rate to 3.9 percent—its highest since early 2022. CompTIA's analysis reveals that the tech industry's employment remains relatively stagnant, with minor job additions in tech companies but staffing reductions in telecommunications and manufacturing sectors. Two things to know today 00:00 Tech Occupations See Increased Unemployment Rate Despite Overall Job Market Growth05:32 AI and Cloud Solutions Spearhead MSP Revenue Growth Amid Customer Acquisition Challenges  Supported by:https://huntress.com/mspradio/https://coreview.com/msp/    Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Tabitha Scott, a thought leader and innovator, joins the podcast to discuss her upcoming book "Powering Change, the Hidden Resource to Unleash Potential, Productivity, and Profits," which explores the connection between nature's principles and business success. She introduces the concept of viewing businesses as living organisms, emphasizing that everything is made of the same energy. Supported by:https://timezest.com/mspradio/https://coreview.com/msp/  Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
Today on the Business of Tech Lounge, we delve into the AI opportunity, perspectives from the tech media, and insights from Rich Freeman of Channelholic. We discuss acquisitions versus private equity, reflecting on Elliot Holland's comments. Tabitha Scott offers a unique business perspective, and we explore the FCC's move on AI and the impact of the Affordable Connectivity Program. In our top story, Kaseya's 2024 MSP Benchmark Report reveals cybersecurity as a top revenue driver for 73% of managed services providers, emphasizing the importance of investing in technology for cyber protection. Automation, integration, and AI adoption are key solutions to IT challenges, with hiring skilled IT professionals remaining a critical challenge for MSPs in 2024. Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social
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