Is SaaS over? Maybe not dead, but it's definitely worth checking its pulse. With AI agents on the rise, Josh and Tom unpack whether the software world is heading for a major shake-up. They explore how agentic AI is changing the game, what that means for your tech stack, and whether your beloved SaaS apps are living on borrowed time. It’s a focused, forward-looking discussion for IT leaders navigating the next wave of innovation.

In this episode, John Milionis, Channel Sales Director Australia at Fortinet, and David Stevenson, Empyrean cybersecurity lead, join our hosts to discuss the growing trend of cybersecurity consolidation and how Fortinet is simplifying technology stacks and reducing risk for customers. 

Josh and Tom discuss their insights on what 2025 holds, from the rise of AI agents and multimodal models to the end of passwords and the resurgence of private cloud solutions. A thought-provoking look at what’s next in tech and business for IT leaders.

In this second part of their Ignite 2024 review, hosts Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens continue exploring Microsoft's latest innovations, with a focus on groundbreaking advancements in AI, the Power Platform and Cyber Security. They delve into low-code developments, intelligent document processing, and enhanced security and governance solutions, discussing how these updates are geared to transforming business processes and empowering organisations in the AI-driven era. Packed with insights and practical takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Join hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden as they delve into the transformative announcements from Microsoft’s Ignite 2024 conference. In this first of a two-part series, they focus on advancements in AI, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and multimodal capabilities. They also explore the integration of AI with tools like SharePoint, Teams, and Azure Foundry, highlighting productivity boosts, governance enhancements, and the rise of autonomous agents. Stay tuned for next week's deep dive into Power Platform and cybersecurity updates.

In this episode, we’re joined by Stephen Madden, ANZ Technical Alliance Manager at Wasabi, exploring the evolution of cloud storage and Wasabi’s innovative solutions. Utilising topical use cases in the ANZ market, this episode provides actionable insights for IT leaders seeking to stay ahead of the curve in data storage and cybersecurity while reducing costs.

Join hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden, along with guest Andrew Hehir, head of the Empyrean IT Power Platform Practice, as they dive into the recent Microsoft Power Platform Community Conference. Explore Copilot Wave 2, how AI is transforming business automation, and the game-changing potential of Microsoft Fabric for data integration.

In Episode #61 of the Leading IT Podcast, hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden dive deep into the current state of AI with guest Dave Phung, Chief Disruptor at GPT Strategic. The trio discuss real-world applications of AI such as IoT integration, insight generation and knowledge management, proposal writing, and the impact of generative AI on business strategies. Dave explores several interesting use-cases including how AI-enabled social listening platforms can help monitor brand health and how inviting AI to meetings can enhance decision-making with real-time insights. With a focus on pragmatic approaches, they reveal how IT leaders can harness AI to drive productivity, innovation, and competitive advantage in today's fast-evolving tech landscape.

In this episode, Josh and Tom welcome back David Stevenson, the Cyber Security Lead at Empyrean, to discuss the recent major cybersecurity incident triggered by a CrowdStrike software update which resulted in widespread system outages around the world.

So what can we learn from this, and how to ensure business continuity? Fortunately there are alternatives to Cloudstrike available. However there is no escaping the importance of understanding vendor procedures, establishing strong incident response plans, and taking into account multi-vendor approaches for managing risks.

Discover the future of IT leadership as Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden dissect the latest AI advancements from OpenAI and Microsoft. This episode covers the revolutionary GPT-4 Omni, Microsoft's Copilot Plus PCs, and the Build 2024 conference highlights, offering actionable insights for Australian IT leaders to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.