The Digital Decode

In this episode, we kick off 2024 with our cybersecurity predictions and tips from two Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) at Presidio—both of whom have their finger on the pulse of all things cybersecurity. Dan Lohrmann, Field CISO for Public Sector, and Dave Trader, Field CISO, join us once again to recap the trends and developments that shaped 2023 and dive into potential disruptions and risks that await us in this new year.

Join us as we discuss:

• New developments within GenAI and their implications on cybersecurity
• A recap on why cybersecurity “basics” are more important than ever
• The increased sophistication of cyber threats and attacks

After you listen to this episode, be sure to check out these resources for more information and insights:

• Dan Lohrmann’s Top 24 Security Predictions for 2024 (Part 1)
• Dan Lohrmann’s Top 24 Security Predictions for 2024 (Part 2)
• Presidio’s 2024 Tech Predictions: AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Emerging Tech

When it comes to debuting a tech solution, it’s hard to think of a more public stage than a nationally televised sports event—but with this high stakes setting comes an incredible opportunity to meet the moment.

This week host Allec Brust takes center ice with two Presidio all-stars: Phil Filippelli, Head of Innovation, and Gail Backal, Practice Lead in Digital Strategy. Phil and Gail take us behind the scenes of their pivotal role in partnering with the NHL to help modernize the 2023 Upper Deck NHL DraftTM. From concept, through strategic collaboration, and ultimately the inception of a cutting-edge NHL Draft application Phil and Gail provide a detailed look into the process of helping the NHL® Draft application.

Join us as we discuss:

• Presidio's transformative role in helping evolve the 2023 NHL Draft application
• What unique challenges the team solved throughout the NHL Draft app development process to achieve success

You never know what you’ve got until it’s gone. Hindsight is 20/20. If I’d have known then what I know now. These pervasive thoughts are brought to you by Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Thanks to Dan Lohrmann, Field Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Public Sector at Presidio, and Dave Trader, Field CISO at Presidio, this October will be a little less scary. In this episode, brought to you by Cisco, we’re looking at the basics of online security, making it easier, and making it more accessible than ever. Discover how strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, recognizing phishing attacks, and updating software are the cornerstone of a robust defense against cyber threats.

Join us as we discuss:

• How the repercussions of the MGM cyber attack have shaken up company responses
• Where AI will play a role in the future of online security, especially concerning deep fakes
• Why this episode is for everyone from big IT departments to your personal home logins

Collaboration is the key with the implementation of the "BoilerBot," an AI-powered automation solution designed to streamline tasks like password resets, account setups, and invoice processing.

Within a matter of months, this innovation not only saved Purdue University hundreds of thousands of dollars but also significantly reduced wait times for students seeking IT assistance, fostering a better overall experience. The success of this project has paved the way for Purdue's broader digital transformation journey, leaving them asking, “What can we do together next?

Join us as we discuss:

• Where the project with Purdue University primarily focused its automation efforts
• How the implementation of automation impacted wait times for students seeking IT support
• How the success of this project has influenced Purdue University's future digital transformation initiatives

Once a niche interest many thought of as mere sci-fi, generative AI has taken the world by storm, ultimately becoming a part of daily usage across many businesses.

In this episode of The Digital Decode, we dive into the challenges, opportunities, applications and limitations of GenAI and Large Language Models (LLMs) with Presidio’s Mladen Milanovic, Vice President of Automation and Raj Revuru, Director of Engineering and RPA. We dive into the intricacies of modern innovative tech to suss out exactly how it can work for us, and where we need to proceed with caution.
Join us as we discuss:

• The rise of LLMs in GenAI: How they work, where they apply, and existing limitations
• Significant concerns regarding GenAI use cases, from hallucinations to regulation, to risks
• Major AI pillars and business use cases for today and beyond

The state of work has pivoted several times over the past few years. From in-office, to remote, to hybrid, employees and employers have been challenged to keep up with modern policies, tech and beyond.

The workplace has evolved — we're talking about changes in behavior and user experience across the board. On this episode, we’re joined by Bill Fix, Collaboration Practice Director at Presidio and our partners from Cisco, Cassie Stone, Justin Fields, and Bob Cicero to discuss how the world has had to rethink the way we go to work.

Join us as we discuss:

• How to effectively enable hybrid workstyles
• The importance of user experience, and how to design around it
• Understanding and utilizing the data behind space and experience

Dan Fobes, VP of Engineering & Co-Founder @ Biolytica AG, joins Presidio’s Rob Kim and Allec Brust to discuss how his life’s work was driven by observing the healthcare both his father and his friend received after the same cancer diagnosis. Both had the same diagnosis, but two vastly different approaches to care, which led to Dan coming to a crossroads in his professional and personal life.

Explore the concept of medicine 3.0 and what it means for healthcare today: the importance of personalized medicine, the cost of healthcare, and the need to incorporate personal DNA discussions into our healthcare.

In this episode we discuss:

• How personalized medicine has developed over recent years
• Why the healthcare industry is too big to fail and too big to succeed
• What people can control as healthcare costs continue rising

The world is evolving, and that includes the world of cybersecurity. The new national cybersecurity strategy emphasizes 5 pillars and their implementations. What does this mean for the public and Private sector? What is the role of AI in the current threat landscape?

Dan Lohrmann, Field Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Public Sector at Presidio, and Dave Trader, Field CISO at Presidio, discuss how partners are using AI to improve resiliency, automated backups, and detect fake reviews. Also, what will the role of advanced intelligence and security be moving forward, and will the new national cybersecurity strategy released by the Biden administration, highlighting the zero trust model strategy, be enough for consumers and citizens alike to remain safe?

Join us as we discuss:

• The ins and outs of the five pillars of the national cybersecurity strategy
• How the need for a hardened cyber insurance market will take center stage
• Why moving towards the cloud, digital transformation, and legacy systems is important in addressing cybersecurity concerns

In this episode, Jonathan Wilkins, Supplier Diversity Program Executive at Presidio, explains the importance of shifting business ethics to emphasize inclusion, and the steps Presidio is taking to ensure supplier diversity.

Join us as we discuss:

• Internship programs and scholarships for young professionals
• Workplace culture and owning your voice in corporate spaces
• RFP proposals and securing funding

In this episode, we will discuss the latest digital cloud trends and predictions for 2023. We will explore the continued growth of cloud adoption and the potential challenges faced by organizations in terms of cost and visibility. We will also discuss the idea of purposeful multi-cloud, where the workloads dictate the choice of cloud rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.