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On this episode, we spoke with Phillip Lechter, VP of Growth at CXT Software, where he explains why CXT Software is a leading provider of Last Mile route and on-demand shipment management technology for logistics companies. They offer a comprehensive platform that handles dispatching, operations, invoicing, and more. The platform is designed to be flexible and customizable, allowing businesses to adapt it to their specific needs. CXT Software has integrated AI into their system to improve driver assignment and routing. They also offer support and resources to ensure effective utilization of the platform. In the future, they see the integration of predictive analysis and demand pricing as key trends in the industry.

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In this discussion, we talk to Michael Foucher, VP of Product at Shift, and Sabrina Banadyga, VP of Marketing at Shift. Shift is a browser that brings all accounts, apps, and workflows together into one seamless online experience. Shift was founded to solve the pain points of managing multiple email accounts and web apps in one browser. The guiding principles of Shift’s browser include leveraging muscle memory from Chrome, providing an intuitive user experience, and meeting users where they are in their internet journey. Shift benefits entrepreneurs, developers, and management professionals who need to organize their work and personal life in one place. Privacy and security are top priorities for Shift, and they have a unique product development process that prioritizes features based on customer value, revenue implications, and development effort. Shift is constantly working on new developments and offerings, including an upcoming version that focuses on app integration and AI functionality.

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Chris Smith, Chief Growth Officer at QuickFee, discusses how QuickFee helps professional service firms improve cash flow and automate payment processes. He highlights the challenges faced by these firms in collecting payments and the inefficiencies in their operations. Chris shares examples of how QuickFee has helped firms save money on credit card fees and improve cash flow by offering flexible payment options. He also emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology and automation to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences. Chris concludes by encouraging leaders in professional service firms to focus on reducing accounts receivable and exploring more efficient payment options.

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Larry King, founder and CEO of ShapeNet software, discusses how ShapeNet got started and its evolution as the first web-based club management system. He highlights the importance of automation in the fitness industry and how ShapeNet helps gyms streamline processes such as membership management, billing, and 24/7 door access. Larry also talks about the tools and services ShapeNet offers to boost sales, keep members engaged, and improve customer retention. He emphasizes the value of client feedback in shaping the development of ShapeNet and discusses future tech trends, including the integration of AI in fitness workouts. Larry concludes by sharing the benefits of switching to ShapeNet software and the ongoing support provided to clients.

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Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) is a virtualization solution that enables access to virtual applications and desktops on any device. George Watkins from Parallels joins us to discuss virtualization. Parallels has been in the virtualization space for nearly 25 years and has evolved its products to adapt to industry changes. They focus on simplifying virtual desktop infrastructure by offering a user-friendly and flexible solution. Parallels RAS integrates with cloud providers like Azure Virtual Desktop and offers cost optimization features. They are also investing in AI to improve user experience and productivity. Parallels is working towards unifying all their solutions under a single platform and is excited about the emerging trend of digital employee experiences (DEX) and the impact it will have on collaboration and productivity.

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In this episode Carl McCauley, CEO of 360factors, talks about their new product Lumify360 that offers AI-powered risk and compliance intelligence solutions for banking and financial organizations. It collects internal Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data, transforms and enriches it, and allows for analysis and reporting in a consistent fashion. The platform helps organizations track their performance against strategic goals and identify opportunities for improvement. It also enables predictive data modeling and generative chat to help organizations make data-driven decisions. Lumify360 addresses the gaps in the market by providing out-of-the-box solutions for mid-market organizations that struggle with technical expertise and resources. 360Factors is focused on providing solutions for mid-market organizations to help them compete with larger companies by leveraging data and technology. They offer Lumify360, a platform that combines workflow management, data warehousing, and reporting tools to help organizations manage their key performance indicators (KPIs) and key risk indicators (KRIs). The platform has evolved to be more generic and can be used by various departments and industries, not just banks. 360Factors has also incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) into their solutions, including a chat companion called Kaia that can analyze regulatory changes and provide insights on KPIs and KRIs. The company emphasizes the importance of customer success and provides content, reports, and data connectors to support their clients. They believe that predictive analytics is a key trend for the future and are focused on helping organizations make better decisions by leveraging real-time data and identifying opportunities and trends.

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Shahar Azulay, Co-Founder and CEO of groundcover, joins us today. groundcover is an observability solution built for cloud-oriented environments, offering a modern alternative to traditional monitoring solutions. It uses eBPF technology to monitor logs, metrics, traces, and Kubernetes events in one place, providing a comprehensive view of the entire system. The origins of groundcover stem from the founders' personal experiences with existing monitoring solutions and their desire to create a better alternative. The use of eBPF allows for granular and intimate insights into application behavior, simplifies deployment, and enables organizations to monitor their data without worrying about cost or data collection methods. groundcover's InCloud architecture separates the data plane and control plane, allowing users to store and manage their data securely within their own cloud premises. The platform also supports high scalability and offers intelligent ways to query data. groundcover plans to stay ahead of emerging trends in cloud-native observability by focusing on Kubernetes evolution and providing advanced querying capabilities. Future developments include running sensors in multiple environments and supporting high-scale log querying. groundcover's name represents the idea of covering the cracks in production and providing peace of mind to DevOps teams. To stay up to date with groundcover, users can visit the playground on the website, join the community Slack, and subscribe to newsletters and updates.

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Dan Miller, CEO of Timogix, discusses the features and benefits of their cloud-based time tracking application, Timogix. The application allows employees to track their time on different clients, projects, and tasks, providing business owners with a centralized place to store and report on this data. Time tracking applications like Timogix can improve productivity and accountability, especially for remote workforces. Dan shares the story of how he started Timogix and the importance of simplicity and ease of use in their software. He also highlights the accuracy and flexibility of Timogix, as well as its value for consulting companies.

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Ben Eisenberg, VP of Innovation at People Data Labs, discusses the company's focus on building high-quality data and being developer-friendly. People Data Labs builds people and company data for developers, engineers, and data scientists. People Data Labs handles the heavy-lifting of data collection, so you can build innovative and compliant data solutions at scale. Ben highlights the importance of data privacy and compliance, as well as the need for different methods of consuming data. Eisenberg also shares upcoming projects, such as improving data updates and releasing a job posting data set. He emphasizes the role of innovation in product development and the challenges of evaluating data quality. Finally, he discusses the company's approach to security and the importance of internal and external collaboration.

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In this conversation, Kerrie Jordan, the Group Vice President of Product Management at Epicor, discusses the software solutions provided by Epicor for businesses in the make, move, and sell economy. She highlights the industry-specific solutions offered by Epicor, such as cloud-based ERP, supply chain management, customer relationship management, and more. Kerry emphasizes the importance of functionality, a trusted partner, and a stable, scalable, and secure cloud platform when evaluating a cloud ERP platform. She also discusses the role of cloud ERP in supporting automation initiatives and the need for a user-friendly experience in the manufacturing ERP world. Epicor Kinetic focuses on system integration, multi-site operations, data leverage, AI-infused insights, and continuous improvement. It enables connectivity with other tools and platforms through a partnership with Workato. Kinetic supports multi-company, multi-region, and multi-currency environments, allowing users to share licenses and operate efficiently across multiple locations. The platform leverages data and AI to provide visibility into equipment efficiency and quality control, with features like business intelligence dashboards and generative AI-powered supplier communications. Kinetic also embraces AI and digital twins to drive continuous improvement, offering machine-to-machine interactions, natural language interactions, and AI-generated insights. The platform supports rapid innovation and prototyping, with new capabilities in product lifecycle management and sustainable engineering. Epicor stays ahead of the competition through customer-centricity, accessibility of executives, customer advisory boards, and a crowd-sourced ideas portal. The platform helps manufacturers compete in the digital world by enabling smart factories, sustainability initiatives, and modern MES platforms that improve training, quality, and throughput.

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