Erick and Rich discuss what research from CompTIA implies about the year ahead for the channel in AI, plus three proven strategies for navigating client budget constraints. Then they’re joined by compliance guru Mike Semel for a deep dive look at what the recently published CMMC final rule means for MSPs. And finally, one last thing: The lamest excuse ever given for failing to return a rental car on time. 

Discussed in this episode:
Happy Days Are Here Some More!
CompTIA’s IT Industry Outlook 2025 report
Mike Semel’s free CMMC 2.1 Desktop Reference Guide
Woman arrested in Spokane after saying she was too busy to return rental car