CompTIA Volley

Carolyn and Seth celebrate Volley's 100th episode by looking back at some of their favorite shows. From the first episode talking about cloud computing to the post-pandemic episode talking about remote work, the show has evolved along with the IT industry. Thanks to everyone who's listened and supported us!

Carolyn and Seth discuss the latest whitepaper from CompTIA, "The Role of Emerging Technology in Digital Transformation." A focus on emerging technology is a key part of strategic IT, and both IT professionals and technology firms need to take a new approach. With the basic computing platform well established, the next phase of IT is Artisan IT, where complex solutions are built with emerging components. There is also a major impact on skills, where new skills will be added to many existing roles.

The Role of Emerging Technology in Digital Transformation: https://www.comptia.org/content/whitepapers/the-role-of-emerging-technology-in-digital-transformation

Carolyn and Seth welcome Cinnamon Rogers, CompTIA's Executive VP of Public Advocacy, to discuss what her team is focused on during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cinnamon discusses the efforts to include IT provisions in the COVID stimulus packages, the efforts to communicate workplace guidelines across all 50 states, and the future opportunities to conduct policy business from the new office in Washington DC.

Carolyn and Seth welcome Frank Vitagliano, CEO of Global Technology Distribution Council, to talk about the changes taking place in IT distribution. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted this market segment along with the rest of the economy, but the evolution of IT distribution was taking place for years beforehand. Frank talks about the rapid transition to safe operations during COVID, the ongoing transformation of distribution due to cloud computing, and the ability of distributors to assist with solution provider partnering and financing.

Global Technology Distribution Council (GTDC): https://gtdc.org/

Carolyn and Seth welcome back Randy Gross, CompTIA's CIO and EVP of Certification Operations, to discuss CompTIA's recent pivot to online testing. As with most companies, CompTIA needed to move quickly to adjust to the reality of the pandemic, but solid preparation for a future that included online testing provided a good foundation for success. Randy talks through the details of CompTIA's transition, then the conversation shifts to the broader implications for the future of education.

Learn more about CompTIA's online testing: https://www.comptia.org/testing/testing-options/take-online-exam

Look for Carolyn and Seth's new weekly show on CompTIA's LinkedIn account (starting May 11): https://www.linkedin.com/company/comptia/