The Incredible i Show

Welcome to episode #6! I am thrilled to have a special guest, Steve Bradshaw, from Rowton IT.  Steve is a well-known figure in the IBM i community and is recognized as an IBM Champion, speaker, author, and hardware expert.

With his extensive knowledge and expertise in the IBM i platform, Steve is a true jack of all trades regarding IBM hardware.  I am excited to have him on the show to share his insights, experience, and expertise with our listeners. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to learn from one of the best in the business!

Steve Bradshaw, IBM Champion, speaker, author and IBM i jack of all trades! 
Rowton IT Solutions Ltd
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn
Mobile: +44 (0) 7970 978409
Office: +44 (0) 1902 745409

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music or things we are loving right now.

Steve's pick for this week:
Something Rhymes with Purple

Peg's pick for this week:
EGO Snow Blower

Upcoming EVENTS:

WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023
NEUGC, Westborough, MA May 8-10, 2023

SHOW SPONSORS:
COMMON
Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

005 Marina Time!  Today I welcome Marina Schwenk to the show. Marina is very active in the IBM community and a brand new IBM Champion!

As we head into conference season, we're excited to bring you an episode about getting the best IBM education. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out in the industry, staying up to date on the latest trends and advancements is critical for YOUR success.

COMMON Board of Directors submit your application! 
N2i
COMMON Americas Advisory Council

Marina Schwenk, IBM i Admin, programmer / analyst at Everbrite, IBM Champion 2023, speaker, author, COMMON Board of Directors and CAAC member.
Email:  [email protected]
Social:
LinkedIn

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music or things we are loving right now.

Marina's picks for this week:
Door County

Peg's pick for the week:
Chocolate!

Upcoming EVENTS:

WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023
NEUGC, Westborough, MA May 8-10, 2023

SHOW SPONSORS:
COMMON
Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

004 I am pleased to welcome my friend and coworker Donna Westmoreland, CTO of Midrange Dynamics North America, to the show. Donna has over 30 years of experience on IBM I. She has worked with 100's corporations nationwide. 

We will unpack why modernization is vital in our fast-paced business environment and is more important than ever for staying ahead of the curve. As organizations continue to look for ways to improve their systems and processes, modernization has become a critical focus for many.

With IBM I systems at the core of many organizations' IT infrastructure, modernizing these systems is essential for staying competitive and meeting the demands of today's customers.

Donna Westmoreland, CTO Midrange Dynamics North America
E-mail:  [email protected]
LinkedIn

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Donna's pick for the week:
Enjoying a photo of her stepdad, Joe, eating his favorite dinner - BBQ! A picture is worth 1000 words!

Peg's pick for the week:
Blue Zone Martini at French Meadow Café Minneapolis, MN
Reyka Icelandic Vodka
Fresh squeezed orange juice
Olive juice
Dry vermouth
Blue Majik
Garnish with a slice of orange peel and 2 large green olives

Upcoming EVENTS:

IT Leadership Summit on Security, Dallas, TX February 16, 2023
WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023
NEUGC, Westborough, MA May 8-10, 2023

SHOW SPONSORS:
COMMON
Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

003 My special guest is Steve Pitcher from iTech Solutions, a Service Express Company. On the show, we explore various security concerns that organizations using IBM i need to be aware of and how to address them.

Steve is an expert on systems administration and security. He is a speaker and an IBM Champion and serves on the common advisory council known as CAC.

Steve Pitcher, Expert in Systems Administration & Security, IBM Champion, Speak and COMMON Advisory Council (CAC) Member
E-mail:  [email protected]
Twitter
LinkedIn

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Steve's pick for the week:
Richardo Electric Pasta Maker

Peg's pick for the week:
Bark Box

Upcoming EVENTS:

IT Leadership Summit on Security, Dallas, TX February 16, 2023
WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023

SHOW SPONSORS:
COMMON
Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

002 I have a great episode lined up for you today. It's my pleasure to welcome Allison Butterill and David Spurway from IBM.

We will unpack the importance of sustainability, companies going carbon neutral, and how big Blue can help you and your company get started on your GREEN journey.

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the impact of climate change, it's more important than ever for companies to take responsibility for their environmental impact. But where do you begin? How do you know if your company is ready to make the transition? And how can IBM i help? We'll discuss all of this and more on today's show, so stay tuned!

Electricity Map https://app.electricitymaps.com/map

Alison Butterill, WW IBM i Offering Manager for IBM
Email:  [email protected]
Social:
LinkedIn

David Spurway, Global Principal IBM Power, IBM Technology Sales
E-mail: [email protected]
Twitter:  @D_Spurway   LinkedIn: David Spurway
Member of the Technical Consulting Group, UKI

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Alison’s pick for the week:
Discovering herself through her history

David's pick for the week:
Time away to re-energize

Peg's pick for the week:
Earth Breeze Laundry Sheets

Upcoming EVENTS:

IT Leadership Summit on Security, Dallas, TX February 16, 2023
WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023


SHOW SPONSORS:
COMMON
Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

001 Welcome to season 5 on The incredible i Show! On this episode, I welcome back to the mic Simon Hutchinson, author of RPGPGM.com. Simon stops by to dive deep into the topic of modernization.

Simon says that the modernization of the IBM i is crucial because it allows companies to stay competitive in today's demanding business environment! Give it a try by refactoring RPG code to take advantage of newer languages and technologies, integrating IBM i with other systems, and incorporating modern user interfaces. Keep it simple!

Simon Hutchinson is the owner and author of RPGPGM.com, speaker, SEM on all things RPG, SQL, Db2 of i, an IBM i community advocate, and a three-time IBM Champion.

Contact information and social:
Email: [email protected]
RPGPGM.COM
LinkedIn
Twitter
Central Texas IBM i User Group
Looking for a user group near you?
https://pub400.com/
ACS download -> http://ibm.biz/IBMi_ACS

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Simon’s pick for the week:
Ember  The World's First Temperature Controlled Mugs

Peg's pick for the week:
 LiveFine Towel Warmer - available in 2 sizes.

Upcoming EVENTS:

IT Leadership Summit on Security, Dallas, TX February 16, 2023
WMCPA, Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI March 14-16, 2023
System i Developer, Lunch-n-Learns starting March 14, 2023
POWERUp2023, Denver, CO April 24-27, 2023


SHOW SPONSORS:

COMMON

Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

014 Hello Friends!  That's a wrap on Season 4!

A special thank you to ALL OF YOU - our listeners, our awesome GUESTS, our amazing guest hosts Steve Bradshaw and Marina Schwenk - they will be back again, to our sponsors - imPOWER Technologies, Midrange Dynamics and COMMON.

We will be back mid-January with season 5.   More customer stories, more subject matter experts, and hopefully a YouTube channel!

Please reach out to share your incredible i story!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 612-242-0821 (text or call)

This episode is sponsored by...

imPOWER Technologies
We have a new show sponsor – imPower Technologies.  imPower Technologies is your go to resource for learning ILE RPG, RDi, SQL and all things IBM i. Check out the show notes for more information and reach out to Jim Buck and Michelle Lyons – they are happy to help.

COMMON

Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

013 This is the final episode of season 4.  On the call today I welcome to the mic - Jay Allison, V.P of Compass Americas at Infor.  Jay stops by to talk about how Koch industries has given new life to XA, LX, System21 and IBM i!

Jay Allison, V.P. Compass Americas, IBM i Platform Solution
Email:  [email protected]
Social:
LinkedIn
Infor

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Jay's pick for the week:
His son's destination wedding in New Orleans!

Peg's pick for the week:
Get out and vote people!

MAGIC November14-15, 2022

This episode is sponsored by...

imPOWER Technologies
We have a new show sponsor – imPower Technologies.  imPower Technologies is your go to resource for learning ILE RPG, RDi, SQL and all things IBM i. Check out the show notes for more information and reach out to Jim Buck and Michelle Lyons – they are happy to help.

COMMON

Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

012 I have a great show for you this week!  Marina Schwenk joins me guest host and we team up to interview 2022 TechChannel Power Systems Rising Star Jean Boris Konan.

As a former front-end developer, Jean needed a challenge and he found it when he landed on the IBM i at Great Lakes Rubber Milwaukee, WI.  He's only been on the system a year but he has fallen in love with this awesome platform and the community that surrounds it.

Jean Boris Konan, Software Developer at Great Lakes Rubber.  2022 TechChannel Power Systems Rising Star!

Jean's contact information and social:
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn

Marina Schwenk, IBM i Admin, programmer / analyst at Everbrite
Email:  [email protected]
Social:
LinkedIn

2022 TechChannel Power Systems Rising Stars
IBM Ideas - the RFE process has a brand new look and feel!

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Jean's pick for the week:
Volleyball - physical, mental, and spiritual wrapped up in one sport!

Marina's pick for the week:
Family - Marina's sister is having a baby!  And Marina's younger sister recently graduated from high school!  Congratulations everyone! 

Peg's pick for the week:
Medicine Ball (Honey Citrus Mint tea)  from Starbucks!  Pick one up today!

MAGIC November14-15, 2022

This episode is sponsored by...

imPOWER Technologies
We have a new show sponsor – imPower Technologies.  imPower Technologies is your go to resource for learning ILE RPG, RDi, SQL and all things IBM i. Check out the show notes for more information and reach out to Jim Buck and Michelle Lyons – they are happy to help.

COMMON

Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg. 

011 I have a great show for you this week. IBM Champion Scott Klement joining me in studio.  For Scott, technology is a family affair.  Scott shares how he got his start on the IBM platform, top trends – REST APIs, Open Source and DevOps/CI/CD Pipelines and his favorite RPG updates coming in December.

Scott Klement, Development & Solutions Architect for Midrange Dynamics, IBM Champion, speaker, mentor, coach and author.  Scott is a Director on the COMMON Board.

Scott’s contact information and social:
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn
COMMON Board

One incredible Th(i)ng!  Products, gadgets, recipes, music, or things we are loving right now.

Scott's pick for the week:
Toastmasters

Peg's pick for the week:
Pizza Luce - The Butternut Squash Pizza!  YUM!

RPG & DB2 Summit October 18 - November 3, 2022

MAGIC November14-15, 2022

This episode is sponsored by...

imPOWER Technologies
We have a new show sponsor – imPower Technologies.  imPower Technologies is your go to resource for learning ILE RPG, RDi, SQL and all things IBM i. Check out the show notes for more information and reach out to Jim Buck and Michelle Lyons – they are happy to help.

COMMON

Midrange Dynamics Change Management Software - Built for IBM i modernization!

Be sure to check out our website, LinkedIn page and like and subscribe – all those things!
 
Interested in sharing your IBM i story?  Want to sponsor the podcast?  We want to hear from you!  Reach out to Peg.