B2B Tech Talk with Ingram Micro

MSPs have a wide range of options when it comes to cybersecurity support, but more choices do not always guarantee a positive outcome. Sophos simplifies that process by providing a unified experience backed by top-notch support.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Marc Yap, senior channel account executive at Sophos, about:

• Why Sophos is an MSP friendly cybersecurity solution
• MDR’s sustained significance in cybersecurity
• How Sophos simplifies cybersecurity management

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Windows 11 offers a host of advancements designed to aid end users from backend operations to frontend daily use with heightened security and AI integration. With Windows 10 end of support fast approaching, it pays to be prepared—do you have a transition plan?

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Rob McGilvrey, Americas specialist—Windows Pro & Modern Endpoints at Microsoft, about:

• Preparing for Windows 10 end of support
• Security and AI enhancements in Windows 11 
• How transitioning to Windows 11 is different from Windows 7 to 10

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You can’t embrace AI without embracing the automation conversation, and Red Hat has been on those frontlines long enough to offer an automation service that created an entirely new standard others now aim to meet.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Juan Dewar, global partnership director, and Dafne Mendoza, principal product manager for Ansible, both of Red Hat, about:

• The benefit of Red Hat’s Ansible Automation Platform
• How Cisco and Red Hat work together 
• How automation enables businesses to thrive

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API security is critical for delivering a positive end-user experience, and no one understands that better than F5—from clearer API visibility to leveraging AI, they’re on the case.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Michael Abbatoy, senior distribution account manager at F5, about:

• API management and providing clearer visibility
• Supporting organizations through understanding company goals
• Why API visibility is essential for effective security

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Marketplaces don’t have to be confusing, and developing a cross-platform doesn’t have to be overwhelming—Ingram Micro is here to provide a streamlined experience for partners and end users.

Eric Kohl, vice president of networking and security, and Cheryl Rang, vice president of technology solutions, both of Ingram Micro, chat about:

• Predictions for modern infrastructure in 2024
• Building multivendor/cross-platform solutions 
• How Ingram Micro helps partners develop comprehensive solutions

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Ingram Micro aims to provide a B2C experience for our world's B2B brands so partners can spend more time selling and interacting and less time transacting. 

Eric Kohl, vice president of networking and security, and Cheryl Rang, vice president of technology solutions, both of Ingram Micro, chat about:

• Vendor acquisitions in response to complex security challenges
• The importance of comprehensive solutions in cybersecurity
• Leveraging Ingram Micro’s cybersecurity portfolio

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Hybrid meetings aren’t going anywhere, and the call for unified experiences and meeting tech isn’t lessening either—the software that offers the most cohesive environment wins.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Dan Root, head of global strategic alliances at Barco, about:

• The benefits of Barco and Microsoft’s collaboration
• How vendors are leveraging optimized meeting spaces
• The importance of flexibility for an inclusive experience

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The move to Windows 11 is in full swing, and Ingram Micro representatives are ready to assist as end users begin to make the shift.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Nickolas Walker, technical accountant manager II, and Aaron Cox, manager of cloud delivery—sales & account management, both of Ingram Micro, about:

• Transitioning from Windows 10 to 11
• How Copilot increases productivity
• The case for hardware upgrades

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The need for effective cloud-native transitions continues to rise, and there is no shortage of options. But are they secure and scalable? Red Hat and Palo Alto Networks meet those requirements, and both hold the title of “industry-leading” across infrastructure and security—they have you covered.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Cameron Skidmore, global partner solutions architect at Red Hat, and Tom Prenderville, senior partner engineer at Palo Alto Networks, about:

• The journey of cloud-native adoption and scaling
• How Red Hat and Palo Alto Networks work together
• Keeping end-user satisfaction at the center

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We’ve all felt the pinch of hybrid model pain points in one form or another—from lagging video to audio issues to accessibility challenges, there is no shortage of struggles. With the right moves, companies can address these issues and meet end users where they’re at.

Shelby Skrhak speaks with Paul Barnas, senior category acceleration executive, and  Christian Buerk, senior business leader, both of Ingram Micro, about:

• Facilitating effective and inclusive hybrid work environments
• Pain points of hybrid work environments
• Essential components of a well-fitted conference room

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