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From Marble Cake to Long-Distance Calls: Rethinking AI in the Enterprise

Mon, 18 May 2026 03:32:53 +0000

Andrew Welch, global AI technologist and thought leader, joins us to ask a confronting question: are you using AI to amplify your judgment, or quietly outsourcing your brain? He dishes up real-world stories from the enterprise front lines, unpacking how leaders can cut through the hype, avoid “prompt theatre” and build organisations where AI actually serves human flourishing, exploration and culture.

Andrew is the founder, managing partner and chief strategy officer of Cloud Lighthouse, bringing hard-won lessons from helping enterprises around the world turn AI buzz into real-world outcomes.

Agentic AI Adoption and Governance: Enterprise IT Predictions for 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:55:40 +0000

Josh and Tom break down how to actually use agentic AI in the enterprise – from Copilot-style platform agents to specialist off‑the‑shelf tools

SaaSpocalypse Now: Why AI Won’t Kill SaaS, But Will Change It Forever

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:36:31 +0000

A trillion dollars in SaaS value wiped and AI can now build apps in hours. Tom and Josh unpack the “SaaSpocalypse”, who’s really at risk, and how IT leaders can consolidate and renegotiate.

Dark LLMs, Immutable Storage, and HR Pivots: Enterprise IT Predictions for 2026

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:04:15 +0000

Dark LLMs and ransomware-proof backups collide with recruitment resets and the rise of non-human identities. Josh and Tom share practical predictions on security, governance, and digital provenance so Enterprise IT leaders can brace for 2026.

Microsoft Ignite 2025: Turning Data, AI, and Governance into Competitive Advantage

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:34:04 +0000

Ignite 2025 showed where Microsoft is really placing its bets. Tune in to our end of year podcast, and for an insightful analysis of the implications for IT leaders responsible for scale, security and adoption.

From Screening to Scheduling: How AI Is Transforming Talent Acquisition

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:05:31 +0000

Join Josh and Tom in a deep dive into how AI is reshaping recruitment, with Randstad CIO Chris English sharing real-world wins, challenges and what’s coming next for talent tech. A candid chat on the future of hiring, the rise of agentic AI, and how businesses can prepare their people, processes and tech for the next wave of change. This episode also explores where AI genuinely moves the needle in recruitment and what still needs a human touch.

Building the Foundation for AI: How to Choose the Right Data Platform

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:16:50 +0000

How do you turn messy, siloed data into fuel for AI? In this episode, Empyrean’s Data Lead Siva Shivaganken joins Josh and Tom to explain the journey from raw to refined data, using practical analogies, real customer stories, and advice on implementing data lakes and medallion architectures that actually deliver business value. The panel put Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, and Databricks head-to-head. They break down the pros, cons, and use cases of each — helping IT leaders choose the right fit for their people, budget, and business goals.

Shadow AI: Hidden Risks and Real Solutions

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:25:34 +0000

Josh and Tom are joined by Empyrean IT Cyber Security Practice Lead, David Stevenson to unravel why 78% of employees bring their own AI tools to work—often on personal devices—and how IT leaders can secure sensitive data without stifling innovation.

From Chaos to Control: Architecting AI Ecosystems for Strategic Impact

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 02:38:16 +0000

In this episode, Tom and Josh unpack the concept of AI ecosystem architectures - a strategic approach to navigating the chaos of rapid AI adoption. They explore how CIOs and IT leaders can shift from fragmented, ad hoc implementations to a structured, scalable, and secure foundation for AI. From governance and data consolidation to application modernization and two-speed delivery models, this episode offers pragmatic advice for future-ready IT organizations.

The 7 Forces That Shape IT

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:35:57 +0000

Join Tom and Josh as they reveal the seven essential forces every IT leader needs to drive business success. From aligning IT with business strategy to building a skilled team, mastering vendor relationships, and tackling cybersecurity, this episode is packed with real-world advice and no-nonsense insights. Perfect for anyone serious about making technology work—now and into the future.

Tune in for:

The real reason IT is so often misaligned with the business (and how to fix it)
The “Kevin Problem” – and why some IT heroes become unexpected roadblocks
Why great vendor management is the secret weapon you’re probably ignoring
The pragmatic path to cybersecurity (without breaking the bank)
How to finally get your data ready for AI (hint: it’s not about the tools!)

This is the episode every tech leader needs to hear. Get match fit for the future—press play now!

VMware After Broadcom: What Now for IT Leaders?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:42:39 +0000

Broadcom bought VMware… and broke it for the little guys. We break down what’s changed, who’s hurting most, and what alternatives like Proxmox and Nutanix bring to the table. Empyrean IT Cloud and Infrastructure Director, Andrew Petrie joins Josh and Tom for this no-spin take on your next virtualization move.

One Million $1 Ideas: Enterprise AI in Action at Pitcher Partners

Fri, 16 May 2025 06:11:54 +0000

Tired of hearing "agentic" every second sentence? So are we. But when Brett Johnstone talks AI, we listen.

Join us as Pitcher Partners CIO Brett Johnstone breaks down how his firm is successfully implementing Microsoft Copilot, custom GPT apps, and AI governance strategies. Learn how structured adoption workshops, prompt training, and agent frameworks are transforming enterprise workflows.

Bye SaaS, Hello AaaS: Enter the AI Agents

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 04:38:48 +0000

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.

Navigating Cybersecurity Consolidation with Fortinet

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:56:16 +0000

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.

Predictions and Our Vision for 2025

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:46:50 +0000

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.

AI Innovations from Microsoft Ignite 2024 – Key Highlights Part 2

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 01:08:23 +0000

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.

AI Innovations from Microsoft Ignite 2024 – Key Highlights Part 1

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:04:05 +0000

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.

Cloud Storage 3.0: Revolutionizing Backup and Cybersecurity with Wasabi

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 23:28:48 +0000

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.

The Future of Low-Code & AI: Insights from Microsoft Power Platform Conference

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:26:55 +0000

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.

AI First: Cutting Through The Hype

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:09:27 +0000

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.

The Crowdstrike Outage- What happened and what next?

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 06:48:22 +0000

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.

The World is the Prompt: AI's Impact on IT Leadership and Business

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:01:10 +0000

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.

Leading Effective Change in Challenging Times

Fri, 31 May 2024 03:50:26 +0000

In this episode our guest Dr. Josephine Palermo, an expert in leadership and organizational psychology, discusses effective change management strategies. Josephine highlights the distinction between change management and strategic change, emphasizing the need for leaders to engage actively in transformation projects. Josephine shares insights on why projects often fail, pointing to inadequate human factors and the need for supportive contexts.

The End of the Transformation Treadmill: Building a New Era of Business with the 10×Generation Vision

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 03:08:25 +0000

Dive into an enlightening conversation with Mary-Beth Hosking, as she shares her groundbreaking approach to digital transformation in her latest book "Not Another Digital Transformation: The 10x Generation." (Co-authored with Ady Kalra, a fellow technology leader). The book challenges conventional wisdom, advocating for a holistic, people-centric strategy that transcends traditional tech upgrades, presenting a new perspective on organisational dynamics and market success.

Riding the AI Wave with Microsoft CoPilot

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 02:06:57 +0000

Tom and Josh explore the transformative potential of Microsoft Copilot in IT leadership and provide expert insights into leveraging Microsoft Copilot for strategic advantage, navigating challenges, and unlocking new opportunities in the IT landscape.

The Future of IT: 2024 Predictions Unveiled

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:47:14 +0000

Join the conversation with Josh and Tom as they unpack IT predictions for 2024.

Discover the latest technology trends and understand their business implications in this engaging and strategy-rich episode.

2023 Wrap-Up

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 01:08:28 +0000

Join our end-of-year wrap-up where we discuss the effects being felt in the industry regarding the giant Broadcom acquisition of VMware, as well as our review of the recent Microsoft Ignite conference highlights.

AISA Melbourne CyberCon 2023 Round Up

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:57:39 +0000

David Stevenson – Cyber Security Practice Manager, Cloud Solutions Group joins Josh and Tom to recap important announcements made at the recent AISA Melbourne CyberCon. With the palpable growth in targeted cyber attacks in Australia, David offers insights into the current security landscape, as well as the evolving security fabric that industry and authorities are developing to address the associated dangers.

Microsoft Power Platform Conference 2023 Round Up

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:10:38 +0000

Josh and Tom dive deep into the latest updates from the recent Microsoft Power Platform Conference 2023. Chief amongst these include the availability of co-pilots for M365, Power Apps, Power BI and other platforms that provide instant value and business enablement.

How Cloud and IoT are Helping Fight Concussion in Sport with HitIQ

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:05:59 +0000

Join us in this episode as our guest David Erikson, CTO @ HitIQ , shares how this pioneering Australian company is developing the world’s first end-to-end concussion management platform, as well as the next generation concussion management ecosystem utilising VR.

Mastering Managed Detection and Response with Arctic Wolf: Securing Mid-Market Landscapes

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 16:22:43 +0000

Join us in this episode as our guest Steve Hunter, Director of Sales Engineering from Arctic Wolf, a leading Cyber Security Operations provider, takes us on a journey through the intricacies of proactive cybersecurity operations.

Microsoft Inspire 2023 Conference Round Up

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 01:41:58 +0000

In this jam-packed episode, Josh and Tom discuss some of the exciting announcements made at the recent Microsoft Inspire 2023 conference. Key talking points included a slew of integrated AI capabilities and services where the focus is on making AI more accessible and beneficial for businesses across diverse domains.

Leadership in Times of Change

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 05:39:24 +0000

Renowned global CIO and author Mary-Beth Hosking joins the podcast to share some evergreen IT leadership knowledge bombs, and valuable insights from her new book “When Now Means Now”.

AI Reality Check

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:39:53 +0000

Nathan Boyle, CIO at Hassell Architects, teams up with Tom and Josh to delve into the challenges and opportunities inherent in managing AI expectations at the C-level.

IT Innovation and Leadership in the Construction Industry

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 05:27:01 +0000

Heinrich Kokkuk, CIO at McConnell Dowell joins Josh and Tom to share lessons learned, as well as valuable and unique insights developed as an IT leader in the regional AEC industry.

Efficient Tech: Creative Ways to Lowering IT Costs

Tue, 02 May 2023 05:35:35 +0000

Whether you're a small startup or an established enterprise, streamlining IT expenses without compromising quality or best practices is a common challenge. Tom and Josh share innovative strategies and practical tips that have the potential to help businesses achieve immediate and long-term cost savings.

Essential 8 – Security Compliance Made Easy

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 01:16:07 +0000

Denis Rasidovski – Director of Cloud & Managed Services (CSG) joins Tom and Josh to provide a peak behind the Essential 8 curtain. Denis shares his vast industry experience to describe how the Essential 8 model helps businesses to maximise their threat resilience, and to mitigate cyber security risks.

ChatGPT for the Enterprise

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 04:42:17 +0000

Tom and Josh explore the benefits of ChatGPT that drive business value in the enterprise, including streamlining workflows, enhancing productivity, and improving customer satisfaction.

But it’s not all beer and skittles. The darker side and potential risks of ChatGPT are also examined, particularly, privacy and data security, discrimination and bias, legal and ethical concerns, and quality control.

Innovate or Stagnate: 2023 IT Predictions

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 07:15:50 +0000

Join Josh and Tom as they share their insights and predictions for the future of IT in 2023. They dive into the latest technology trends and discuss their implications for businesses. Get ready for a thought-provoking episode packed with practical advice and strategic guidance for navigating the rapidly changing IT landscape.

2022: Year in Review & 2023 Predictions

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:33:16 +0000

While many in the industry are calling 2022, ‘The Year of the Hacker’ , there have also been major IT/Marketplace developments in areas well-worth understanding for your business. Tom and Josh take great delight in sharing their “I told you so’s” for 2022, then peer into the future to begin their list for 2023.

New Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill – The Carrot and the Stick

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 03:48:52 +0000

Australia has declared war on cyber crime, with the arrival of the new SLACIP (Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Act 2022).

But as Tom & Josh point out in this episode, despite the promise of additional support from the government, there are far-ranging consequences that may impact businesses that fall under this Bill.

Listen now to better understand what’s in store for both your organisation, and your supply chains.

Microsoft Ignite 2022 Recap – “Do More with Less”

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 02:37:20 +0000

Tom and Josh sift through the 300+ announcements made at this year’s Microsoft Ignite conference and discuss some of the significant highlights and how they will potentially impact businesses, including the Digital Transformation workforce.

A.I. and multi-faceted Security solutions dominated this episode, particularly as they relate to transforming these businesses to be more productive, efficient, and secure.

VMware Explore 2022 – Highlights & Takeaways

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 12:27:50 +0000

Understandably, the recent Optus security breach dominated the news section of this podcast, considering its wide-reaching global implications. Josh and Tom then turned to essential updates from this year’s VMware Explore ( formerly VMworld ), including new offerings that fast-track digital transformation and that gild the path to successful cloud native platforms.

The Future of Data Protection

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 23:57:20 +0000

Industry veteran, Veeam's Antony Marijanovic, offers eye-opening insights into the current landscape and the future of data protection. Key takeaways include; how to decrease data protection costs while improving your overall security, the ill-advised reliance on your SaaS or PaaS provider, and upcoming security features that cater for cyber security insurance compliance that speaks directly to the omnipresent threat that ransomware poses.

Getting a Seat at the Table – How Hard Can It Be?

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:49:14 +0000

Special guest Scott Wall CTO (Chief Transformation Officer) at Bank Australia, discusses the various ways of giving a strategic voice to IT departments .

Particularly being able to speak the language at Board level; “developing actionable insights”, and “creating customer benefits” will resonate louder than ‘mean time between failure” or “enterprise architecture”.

Transforming Your IT Group into a Profit Centre

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:41:16 +0000

Ryan Wadsworth Partner/CIO at KordaMentha joins the podcast to share the merits of re-inventing and rebranding “IT” to “Technology” including removing the stigma of IT being a financial burden and a necessary evil, growing to be a credible and proactive partner with the business, and the holy grail of transforming an organisation’s IT function into a profit centre along the way.

How the Right Cloud Operating Model Can Improve Business Outcomes

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:33:21 +0000

Let’s face it. The Cloud is now ubiquitous and prevalent in almost every aspect of technology supporting businesses. Adopting a Cloud Operating Model offers opportunities to re-assess and recalibrate how teams across the IT stack can leverage technology to support an organisation’s business plan.

Unravelling the Enterprise File Fabric - One Single Pane of Glass for ALL Unstructured Data

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 05:31:03 +0000

A common challenge for many businesses is the onerous task of optimising delivery and securing data from disparate sources, including from the Cloud, on-premises, and data centres.

Ron Kaplan, VP of Sales for Storage Made Easy joins Josh and Tom to share successful strategies and technology offerings that help meet this challenge with real-world examples from the AEC and Finance industries.

The New Scramble to Recruit and Retain Top Tech Talent

Mon, 23 May 2022 23:20:27 +0000

IT recruitment expert Jenni Sanders (Randstad) returns to discuss the increasing challenges for businesses in sourcing, luring, and retaining IT talent and some win-win measures that employers are taking to ensure business continuity.

AIOps - How Businesses Can Improve their Operational Efficiency by 85%

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:40:41 +0000

Josh and Tom delve into the world of AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations), and how advanced machine learning and AI can help automate and exponentially improve IT Ops.

'Walk in my Shoes' - Proven practical strategies for successful IT leadership with Therese Chakour-West

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 05:30:17 +0000

Therese Chakour-West, CIO of Bunzl Australasia with over 1000 employees, discusses challenges for current CIOs, managing incumbent vendors when starting a new CIO role, the elephant in the room - change management, and more importantly, the significance of successfully bringing people along the journey of IT transformation journey.

IT Predictions for 2022

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 01:01:58 +0000

Tom and Josh forecast the challenges and opportunities that await IT and business leadership in 2022. These span from 5G to the Metaverse, from composability to automation, and resourcing to security.

The Rise of FinOps and How to Reduce those Rising Public Cloud Bills

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 01:47:10 +0000

Tom and Josh dive into the world of FinOps, and how this collaborative discipline between stakeholders in Finance and Operations is crucial in strengthening financial accountability to the cloud's variable expenditure paradigm.

The Metaverse, Microsoft Ignite and 2021 Wrap-Up

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:14:47 +0000

Tom and Josh wrap up what was a challenging year for the industry and for the community at large. They also deep dive into the key announcements from Microsoft 2021 that will influence businesses and their IT ecosystems in 2022 and beyond..

Hot takes from VMworld 2021

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:32 +0000

Tom and Josh dive into the announcements made during VMware’s flagship annual conference VMworld 2021. Despite the event itself being virtual for the 2nd year in a row, it was replete with many exciting product releases and roadmap. Tom and Josh analyse these as they have important implications for businesses using public cloud and emerging apps.

Zero Trust - Demystified

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:02:52 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss the rapidly growing interest in the Zero Trust industry, why it could be important to your business, and practical steps you can take to reduce cyber risk.

The Perfect Storm – Supply Chain Chaos : How to Deal with Supply Chain Shortages

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 02:14:23 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss the critical hardware supply challenges brought on by COVID19, and the strategies that both clients and service providers are using to successfully mitigate workplace and project disruptions.

Ransomware as a Service – ‘Not If, but When’

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 05:00:08 +0000

Satnam Narang from Tenable, an award-winning global authority on Cyber Exposure, discusses the current landscape of international cyber threats, and how businesses can rise to the challenge.

The “Ins and outs” of Cyber Security Insurance with Robyn Adcock, Cyber Technology Practice Leader at Gallagher Insurance

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:19:01 +0000

In this episode, Tom and Josh are joined by Robyn Adcock, Cyber Technology Practice Leader at Gallagher Insurance.

The chat highlights the challenges that both vendors and customers face navigating the Cyber Crime landscape affecting so many Australian businesses and the steps required to succeed.

Power Platform Success Story- How a leading Australian retailer used the Power Platform to digitally transform during COVID-19.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:44:35 +0000

Tom and Josh are joined by Keng Ng, CIO of Munro Footwear Group, Australia’s largest wholesaler/retailer of footwear, to discuss his application strategy and the benefits and ROI the business has achieved in deploying smart Power Platform apps.

75% of Tech Workers in ANZ are Open to New Opportunities - What Should IT Leaders Do?

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 04:06:49 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss this disturbing trend with IT recruitment expert Jenni Sanders (Randstad) as to the best ways for IT leaders to prevent this and retain and attract top talent.

Maximising Vendor Partnerships

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 03:03:58 +0000

Tom and Josh highlight some of the latest buzz in the IT market and discuss the importance of leveraging vendor relationships to not only benefit all parties but to avoid the dreaded ‘race to the bottom’.

Microsoft’s Ignite 2021 – Viva La Experience

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 03:38:46 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss the latest news from Microsoft’s Ignite 2021, and analyse how these product innovations will benefit businesses, and how they potentially impact the market.

How Microsoft’s Power Platform delivers ‘Quick to Value’

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 03:17:44 +0000

Tom and Josh are joined by Cloud Solutions Group’s own Elspeth Hunter, to discuss the potential benefits that Microsoft’s Power Platform can provide businesses, and real use cases recently delivered to customers.

Shadow IT - The Challenges and Opportunities

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:07:10 +0000

Tom and Josh are joined by leading CIO Brett Johnstone, to discuss the growing trend of Shadow IT and how IT leaders can embrace it in order to deliver the best outcomes for their organisations.

Supply Chain attacks, Threat Intelligence, Malware as a Service and Deep Fakes

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 03:58:09 +0000

Ashwin Ram, Cyber Security Evangelist - Checkpoint, joins Tom and Josh to discuss Supply Chain attacks, Threat Intelligence, Malware as a Service, Deep Fakes, and the recent uptick in IT (including mobile) security breaches, what businesses should do to protect themselves, as well as IT security landscape predictions.

CIO50 2020 winner Salvatore Trimboli on IT leadership, M&A and the future of FinTech

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 04:57:03 +0000

CIO50 2020 winner Salvatore Trimboli joins Tom and Josh to discuss his journey from Engineer to CIO, IT leadership, M&A and the future of FinTech

VMworld 2020 | Recap and Takeaways

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:57:51 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss VMworld 2020 announcements and innovations, and how they are relevant for IT leaders.

How IT Leaders Should Be Measured

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 06:13:52 +0000

Well-known CIO Brett Johnstone ( Monash College ) weighs in on how IT leaders should be measured to ensure that their KPIs can be strategically aligned to organisational goals.

Microsoft Ignite 2020 and the future of global IT events

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 02:33:57 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss the key announcements and news from Microsoft Ignite 2020, how they are relevant for IT Leaders, and whether to expect annual virtual hi-tech events becoming part of the ‘new normal’.

Why DLP ( Data Loss Prevention) is broken and how to fix it.

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 01:26:30 +0000

Peter Levett, the Chief of Staff from Secure Circle, an exciting Silicon valley start-up discusses; why DLP is even more critical than ever with everyone working remotely, why traditional approaches don’t work and how Secure Circle has fixed it.

The New Microsoft Teams

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 02:20:04 +0000

Tom and Josh debate Microsoft Teams, how it compares to tools like Zoom and how Microsoft is positioning it as a business critical platform for work, applications and collaboration.

“The CFO Whisperer” Ernest Stabek- How IT Leaders should Communicate to Influence the CFO

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 06:55:13 +0000

As we are all going through a period where businesses are retracting and revenues are shrinking, it is a perfect time to talk to a CFO to understand what they are looking for from IT in this environment and discover how IT leaders should best engage with them to influence them and drive the Digital Transformation required for companies to survive and thrive during and after COVID-19.

Aligning Cybersecurity to the Business and the Global state of play for Security during COVID-19 with Tenable’s Chief Cybersecurity Strategist Adam Palmer

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 08:16:03 +0000

Tom and Josh discuss the latest Cloud news and chat with Tenable’s Chief Cybersecurity Strategist Adam Palmer about the best way to align Security to Business needs and security advice for IT leaders during COVID-19 and more

6 things IT leaders can do in lockdown in the next 6 weeks

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 01:22:59 +0000

Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens discuss what IT leaders can do for the next 6 weeks to prepare their organisations for a return to the office and to capitalise on new opportunities that will be present in the market.

Interview with Mark Crawshaw CEO of Aplas - Innovative Geo-Spacial Software Mapping platform

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 05:14:17 +0000

Tom and Josh have a great discussion with Mark Crawshaw CEO of Aplas Software- a revolutionary Geo-Spacial software mapping platform - about why he founded his company and what the main use cases his key clients are using it for.

How to Massively Improve Cloud Computing Outcomes & Avoid Cloud (Implementation) Traps and Pitfalls

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:14:35 +0000

Ensuring a successful cloud implementation can be fraught with many challenges, many of which can potentially lead to project derailment if not debilitating cost over-runs.

Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens discuss both the right and wrong ways to do Cloud Computing.

AI Cyber Security with Hayley Turner, Director of Darktrace Australia

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 03:48:53 +0000

Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens speak with Hayley Turner, Director of Darktrace Australia about their game changing AI Cyber security solutions.

Low-Code Platforms with Andrew Hehir

Fri, 22 May 2020 04:00:38 +0000

Tom Leyden CIO at Woods Bagot and Josh Rubens MD at Cloud Solutions Group discuss the transformative Lowcode Platform trend with Andrew Hehir APAC CIO at global recruitment firm Ranstad focussing on his experiences in delivering digital transformation with a Low-Code Platform. Tom and Josh also cover some recent and relevant IT news topics.

Woods Bagot – The COVID-19 IT Leadership Pivot

Fri, 08 May 2020 04:52:26 +0000

Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden discuss how Woods Bagot dealt with COVID-19 given their global footprint including 4 offices in China and 11 others spread across the USA, Europe and Australia. They talk about; the impact of COVID on the Construction industry, their lessons learnt and strategies for IT leaders to lead and thrive during COVID-19 as well as to prepare for the future as we transition into the ”new normal”.