Solutions Express
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsePlus helps our clients imagine, implement, and achieve more from technology. Our people are the best in the business — and we’re proud to feature them in our podcasts. Our services are backed by thousands of successfully delivered engagements, elite certifications, and awards. And we’re pleased to share the talent and perspective of our staff as it relates to today’s emerging, transformative technologies. See how we can help you connect the dots between IT investments and business outcomes.
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ePlus Security Presents: Security with Soccer Mom - Ep. 1 Managed Detection and Response
February 23, 2024 15:01 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBIn Episode 1, ePlus’ Director of Managed Security Services and host of Security with Soccer Mom, alongside ePlus Director of Security Services Alisa Castro dive into the elements of Managed Detection and Response and the importance of including a Threat Detection & Response Guidance service to fill gaps and cover your bases.
IT Modernization Tip #3: Why Starting in Pre-Sales Was My Best Decision
June 28, 2023 15:31 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBAs the first guest from a pre-sales background on IT Visionaries, hear Justin Mescher discuss how pre-sales was the best jumping point in his career due to his love for people and listening, and the overall keys for professional success in IT.
IT Modernization Tip #2: Driving Innovation via Culture
June 27, 2023 18:42 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBePlus encourages organizations to invest in their people- that doesn’t necessarily mean headcount, but rather ongoing education. Listen to Justin Mescher explain more about the best way to build teams that are built to scale at a fast pace.
Executing Your Digital Modernization Strategies
June 12, 2023 18:49 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBePlus Vice President of Cloud Solutions Justin Mescher spoke with IT Visionaries, hosted by Albert Chou, about how the ePlus team delivers the expertise and technology solutions customers need to execute their digital modernization strategies. Leading the overall strategy and go-to-market for both the Cloud and Data Center practices as part of ePlus’ Global Strategy Team, Justin discusses: The industries ePlus serves ePlus 30-year track record of success in enterprise IT How speed p...
IT Modernization Tip #1: Know Your Why
June 05, 2023 19:04 - 11 minutes - 17 MBHear Justin Mescher discuss the biggest trends in modern enterprise infrastructure, including how more organizations are adopting hybrid cloud strategies because they need the flexibility to deploy at the right place at the right time for the right workload.
READI Network Series: What is an intelligent network and what can it do?
February 15, 2022 21:39 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MBHow can organizations sustain network intelligence as technology evolves? Learn how leveraging an ePlus READI network architecture is a catalyst to achieving more.
READI Network Series: Considerations for Building a Defensive Network
February 15, 2022 21:38 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBBuilding a network that’s secured and smart at the network layer can help prevent malicious activity. More than that – it can immediately monitor for, detect and remediate threats, misuse of data or information, unwanted modifications or anything else that goes against your security policy. Learn more.
READI Network Series: The Importance of an Agile Network
February 15, 2022 21:37 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBParticularly over the past couple of years, the need for network agility has never been more obvious. Organizations were faced with unprecedented challenges, and in many cases, their networks were either an enabler or a hinderance to their success. Learn more about the importance of building an agile network and how it impacts your organization.
READI Network Series: Making Your Network Efficient
February 15, 2022 21:21 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBWhat does an “efficient” network look like? What characteristics does it have? Learn how an efficient network can help you enable progress toward your business goals.
READI Network Series: Building a Resilient Network
February 15, 2022 21:19 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBWhat does it mean to have a resilient network, and why does it matter? Learn some of the actions you can take to help make your network more resilient – or to ensure it stays that way.
READI Network Series: Getting Your Network READI to Support Anything
February 15, 2022 21:04 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBOrganizations have increasingly started to realize that their network is the catalyst by which many of their other technology needs and applications either succeed or fail. Learn about how the ePlus READI methodology can help you achieve more.
The Evolution of SD-WAN
January 28, 2022 15:16 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBWhat is SD-WAN? What does it do and what benefits does it provide? This high level introduction to SD-WAN basics is a must listen for anyone just starting to explore this technology.
Solutions Express: The Evolution of SD-WAN
January 28, 2022 15:16 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBWhat is SD-WAN? What does it do and what benefits does it provide? This high level introduction to SD-WAN basics is a must listen for anyone just starting to explore this technology.
Financing Unexpected Technology Expenses - Ep. 59
May 06, 2020 09:00 - 5 minutes - 6.14 MBThis episode will discuss current credit markets and explore payment options available to commercial or government enterprises looking to fund projects, hardware or software.
Using Managed and Other Services to Build Business Resilience - Ep. 58
April 28, 2020 15:08 - 6 minutes - 7.28 MBWith operations happening remotely, learn how relying on third-party services such as service desk or staffing can help you support your end-users effectively.
Building Business Resilience Using the Cloud - Ep. 57
April 23, 2020 13:38 - 5 minutes - 6.66 MBThis episode will discuss using data centers and the cloud for effective business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives in the age of the remote workforce.
Building Business Resilience Around Security - Ep. 56
April 16, 2020 13:39 - 9 minutes - 11.5 MBThis podcast will discuss considerations around various issues introduced by having a remote workforce, including data protection, VPN networks and whether free trials are worth the security risk.
Business Transformation Around Cloud - Ep. 55
November 06, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes - 12.5 MBAs one of the world's largest technology distributors Tech Data partners with ePlus to bring technology solutions, certification, training and more to customers. Learn more about its ability to support Microsoft Cloud.
How to Expand Services Capabilities and Reach through Synnex Services - Ep.54
November 06, 2019 12:00 - 10 minutes - 12.3 MBFrom scoping and project management to on-site engineering and support, Synnex can operate as an extension of the ePlus team to support customer requirements.
Maximizing the Value of Technology with Ingram Micro - Ep.53
November 06, 2019 11:00 - 13 minutes - 16 MBThe IT industry changes rapidly and organizations need to find ways to continue to maximize the value of technology that they make, sell or use. From cloud and mobility to networking and collaboration, organizations need technology to help them operate more efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve.
Leveraging the Arrow Solutions Portal - Ep. 52
November 06, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 5.07 MBToday technology is continuously evolving and organizations need to find the right solutions for their increasingly complex business requirements. Here, Jeff Stadler of Arrow, a global provider of technology, discusses how they help organizations using their Solutions Portal. The Arrow Solutions Portal contains pre-built solutions playbooks that provide tools such as market data, customer profiling, data sheets, battle cards, use cases, reference architecture, technical briefs and more.
The Case for Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR) - Ep. 51
October 17, 2019 16:08 - 6 minutes - 7.21 MBSOAR is an acronym for Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response. It refers to a system that collects log, event and threat data from numerous sources and provides a single and cohesive view of what’s going on. It also is used to automate responses and corrective actions necessary to keep your network secure. This episode covers how incorporating orchestration and automation can help you.
Cloud Security Governance and Compliance - Ep. 50
October 10, 2019 22:01 - 12 minutes - 15 MBIn this podcast, we’ll discuss who in an organization is responsible for security OF the cloud vs. security IN the cloud. What does that mean and how do we address regulatory and compliance in the cloud?
Vulnerability Management: How and Why? - Ep. 49
October 03, 2019 22:14 - 11 minutes - 13.7 MBCyberthreats of various kinds are becoming increasingly prevalent. Lack of visibility into areas of weakness across an organization’s network can leave them open to exploitation of IT vulnerabilities. Vulnerability Management needs to be an integral part of security practices. Here’s why.
Fostering a Security-Aware Culture - EP. 48
September 26, 2019 18:46 - 6 minutes - 7.64 MBSecurity is everyone's responsibility. In this podcast, we’ll discuss why it is important to make security awareness part of organizational culture, and cover a few tactics, such as user awareness training, that organizations can take to hold employees accountable to a security-focused mindset.
Enhancing Organizational Agility by Consuming IT as a Service - Ep. 047
September 17, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 10.4 MBThe pace of change in technology and other industries is accelerating. Organizations need an approach that accelerates time to market - and does not take on risk. Consumption of IT as a service is an increasingly used and very impactful way for organizations to move faster and with more agility.
Securing your Enterprise through Digital Transformation - Ep. 046
September 10, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 10.4 MBThis session focuses on the ways in which digital transformation is changing the way customers tackle the problem of securing their enterprises.
Harnessing the Power of AI and Deep Learning - Ep. 045
September 03, 2019 09:00 - 12 minutes - 15 MBAI, Machine Learning and Big Data are showing up in almost every industry, yet many organizations are unsure about how to leverage its immense capability to produce deep, actionable intelligence. This podcast with Justin Emerson of ePlus can help you navigate how to tap into the power of AI.
Managed Services and the Customer Experience - Ep. 044
August 27, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutes - 7.32 MBFrom Cloud and AI to machine learning and data management, ePlus managed and annuity services leverage automation to help customer organizations achieve positive business outcomes through the smart use of technology.
What is Cloud Foundation? - Ep. 043
August 20, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.74 MBAs Cloud storage becomes more common with organizations looking to operate faster and more efficiently, some are struggling with the deciding which option is right for them. Learn more about VMWare's Cloud Foundation.
Hyperconverged: Driving Efficiencies through a Modernized Infrastructure - Ep. 042
August 13, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.8 MBHyper-converged infrastructure is a software-defined IT infrastructure that virtualizes all of the elements of conventional "hardware-defined" systems. Created to drive more efficiencies, organizations are moving to this type of infrastructure to operate faster and to support modern technology and applications.
Integrating and Securing Network Access - Ep. 041
August 06, 2019 09:00 - 18 minutes - 21.3 MBCloud storage and integrated networks have radically transformed the way organizations manage and store data. Securing access points to that data in a new or hybrid environment is critically important to organizational success.
Data Protection - Ep. 040
July 30, 2019 15:00 - 6 minutes - 6.97 MBData Protection is business, legal and compliance issue. Migration and movement of data within and outside of cloud environments, including internationally, has complicated considerations. Learn how ePlus can help customers achieve positive business outcomes with a strong data protection approach.
Navigating the Cloud - Ep. 039
July 23, 2019 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.94 MBThe Cloud is changing the way organizations store data and critical information. While it provides tremendous flexibility, it can be intimidating to navigate. Juniper solutions can help.
The Future of Cyber Security: Girls in Tech - Ep. 038
July 16, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutes - 7.46 MBThere is widely documented research showing both a skills gap in cyber security and a shortage of women in science and technology fields. Find out how Girls Re-Imagining Tomorrow (GRIT), a joint program between ePlus and Cisco, is helping to address both issues.
AWS Marketplace: Powering Infrastructure and Agility - Ep. 037
July 09, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 12.6 MBAWS Marketplace is a managed and curated software catalog that makes it easy for customers to find, buy and immediately deploy and manage third-party software. Hear from the experts at AWS about how customers and partners are using Marketplace to provision third-party software in their migration to the AWS Cloud.
Integrating with Cloud Block Store - Ep. 036
July 03, 2019 00:06 - 7 minutes - 8.95 MBAs organizations are evolving to the cloud it becomes increasingly important to make sure that the different parts of their network are operating seamlessly. Learn how Pure Cloud Block Store can help - especially in Disaster Recovery and Test Dev environments.
The Importance of Identity and Access Management - Ep. 035
June 18, 2019 09:00 - 3 minutes - 4.59 MBAs workforces around the world become increasingly mobile, protection of data and information becomes a larger consideration. Security threats that stem from within an organization are as much of a concern as those that are external. Listen to learn more about why identity and access management is so important - and what organizations should be thinking about.
Journey to the Cloud - Ep.034
June 11, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 11.5 MBOrganizations in every industry are migrating to the cloud as part of their IT transformation. Whether hybrid, managed or multi-cloud, there are considerations that need to be addressed in order to truly move an organization forward.
Is Your Data Center Ready? - Ep.033
April 24, 2019 16:21 - 21 minutes - 24.8 MBAI, Machine Learning and Deep Learning are well entrenched in the mainstream - and are growing every day. Tapping into the power of AI can reduce cost, human effort and risk. Industries from Healthcare and retail to oil & gas are finding ways to use intelligence in new and productive ways. In this episode you’ll learn how to enable your company’s AI future, with a proven IT infrastructure that enables faster insights from data.
WorkForce Transformation - Ep.032
April 03, 2019 15:00 - 7 minutes - 8.71 MBAs the traditional workplace evolves, IT solutions have to adapt in order to meet the unique needs of a diverse workforce. Finding flexible solutions to accommodate a mobile workforce can enhance efficiency and productivity, while giving you access to a great talent pool.
Bridge the Gap: Next Gen Data Protection - Ep.031
April 03, 2019 14:44 - 9 minutes - 10.5 MBAutomation is a driving force in the IT transformation movement. Carol Carelli raises considerations to help you utilize powerful automation for data protection, cost mitigation, and many more business solutions.
Explore AI as a Driver of Flash Storage Transformation - Ep.30
November 08, 2018 16:35 - 14 minutes - 32.7 MB VideoAutomated, predictive storage that helps IT staff stay focused on innovation is a smart innovation that can add value to your business. Listen to see how ePlus and HPE can help ease your storage management load.
Managing the Complexity of Cybersecurity - Ep.029
August 18, 2018 20:20 - 15 minutes - 7.41 MBListen to Jonathan Nguyen, VP of Strategy and Analytics, and Jon Bove, VP of Channel Sales, both at Fortinet discuss the cybersecurity challenges customers face today, and how Fortinet and ePlus work closely together to help secure a borderless network and drive innovation with an edge-to-edge solution.
Cloud Security Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them - Ep.028
August 18, 2018 19:51 - 6 minutes - 3.37 MBPublic cloud environments provide greater agility, scalability and infrastructure consistency than traditional data centers; yet the risk of data loss and business disruption remain, jeopardizing adoption. Listen to this podcast as Palo Alto Networks shares the major pitfalls security teams face when trying to secure cloud environments and how to avoid them.
Bridging the Talent Gap - Ep.027
August 07, 2018 07:30 - 6 minutes - 3.23 MBWhen it comes to addressing today’s dynamic workplace environment, it’s critical to have a talented team capable of tackling any challenge. To support our customers' diverse needs, ePlus delivers consultative labor with flexible hiring options through our Support Services department. Hear Melissa McGovern, ePlus’ director of staffing services, and Stephanie Inzalaco, ePlus’ on-demand services manager, explain how our exceptional business models help customers ensure the success of mission-...
Fueling Innovation through a More Efficient Approach to Maintenance and Support - Ep.026
July 10, 2018 07:30 - 7 minutes - 3.69 MBIn a recent Harvey Nash / KPMG survey, 59 percent of CIOs and technology leaders report being held back from innovation due to lack of resources or funding. 55 percent of those leaders report that budget dedicated to ongoing maintenance and management has increased over the last three years. The bottom line: companies are spending more on maintenance and eating into critical budget dollars allocated for innovation. Listen to Blake Webber, EMS National Practice Manager at ePlus, discuss how...
It’s All About the Customer Experience - Ep.025
June 15, 2018 07:30 - 6 minutes - 3.08 MBHear from Wayne St. Jacques, vice president of executive and managed services at ePlus, discuss the significance of fostering an exceptional customer experience, especially as it relates to service differentiation and ROI, and ePlus’ approach to getting closer to the customer to fuel success and satisfaction.
Cloud in a Blended World: Addressing Hybrid IT - Ep.024
February 13, 2018 20:28 - 13 minutes - 6.53 MBAs hybrid IT becomes the standard, knowing how to provision your software and operational environment to support application development is key. Joe Brown, VP of cloud solutions at ePlus, explains why looking at hybrid cloud as a computing model versus a place is an important starting point. Joe provides tips and insights to address getting starting with hybrid IT to deliver flexibility and competitive advantage.
How to Supercharge your SaaS and Cloud Applications with SD-WAN - Ep.023
February 06, 2018 22:33 - 13 minutes - 6.28 MBSD-WAN adoption rates are continuing to rise as traditional WAN network infrastructure inhibits the benefits of cloud such as speed, agility, elasticity, and cost reduction. Whether your network architecture is “born in the cloud,” hybrid or a traditional on premise model, Bill Evans, National Principal Architect for Digital Infrastructure Solutions, explains how to leverage SD-WAN to deliver elasticity, save money, ensure a great user experience, and support transformational initiatives suc...