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1 week ago

Send us a text Craig Bell, President and CEO of Onit, talked about the evolution of the IT sector, particularly the transition of Onit from an office equipment supplier to an MSP with an emphasis on cybersecurity and AI. Craig shared insights from his extensive experience, highlighting the impact of the COVID pandemic on business strategies and drawing parallels between the current managed services provider landscape and the copier industry of the 1990s. He emphasized the importance of proact...

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Send us a text Craig Bell, President and CEO of Onit, talked about the evolution of the IT sector, particularly the transition of Onit from an office equipment supplier to an MSP with an emphasis on cybersecurity and AI. Craig shared insights from his extensive experience, highlighting the impact of the COVID pandemic on business strategies and drawing parallels between the current managed services provider landscape and the copier industry of the 1990s. He emphasized the importance of proact...

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Episodes (20/88)

EChannelNews Podcast

Onit: AI and Cybersecurity Perspectives

Send us a text Craig Bell, President and CEO of Onit, talked about the evolution of the IT sector, particularly the transition of Onit from an office equipment supplier to an MSP with an emphasis on cybersecurity and AI. Craig shared insights from his extensive experience, highlighting the impact of the COVID pandemic on business strategies and drawing parallels between the current managed services provider landscape and the copier industry of the 1990s. He emphasized the importance of proact...

1 week ago

20 minutes

EChannelNews Podcast

Synergy Associates: Future of the Channel in a Hyper-Automated World

Send us a text Aron Waisman, VP Sales of Synergy Associates, highlighting the company’s efforts to enhance its presence in Canada and its unique offerings in the technology distribution sector. He provided an overview of Synergy, emphasizing its 26 years of experience and partnerships with major companies like Dell and HPE. He detailed Synergy’s business model, which includes providing recertified and canceled products that offer significant savings to customers. He emphasized the company’s q...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

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Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Episode 6: Understanding MDR, Pen Testing, and Application Security

Send us a text Presenters: Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker Evgeniy Kharam, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Po...

1 month ago

31 minutes

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Ekco: Cybersecurity and the Evolving Threat Landscape

Send us a text Guest: Pat Larkin, President, Ekco, a Dublin-based “security-first managed cloud provider” that has grown rapidly through both organic expansion and a series of strategic acquisitions across Europe. Pat outlined Ekco’s evolution from a backup service provider to a security-first cloud provider, driven by numerous mergers and acquisitions since 2017. The conversation also touched on the evolving cybersecurity landscape, particularly the dual role of AI as both a facilitator and ...

1 month ago

39 minutes

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TetraNoodle: The Impact of AI on Team Dynamics and Productivity

Send us a text Manuj Aggarwal, Founder of TetraNoodle Technologies, talked about the integration of AI within Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and the opportunities it presents for enhancing customer engagement and productivity. He emphasized the necessity for MSPs to deepen their understanding of AI to better serve their clients. He also highlighted that while MSPs are currently in a co-pilot phase, there is a significant opportunity to develop personalized AI solutions that yield positive r...

1 month ago

22 minutes

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More Storage and Performance with Infinidat

Send us a text Julian sat down with an ECN regular, Eric Herzog, CMO of Infinidat, a data storage company that provides high-performance, enterprise-class data storage solutions The discussion centered on the advancements in Infinidat’s G4 platform, particularly the integration of an S3 object store that simplifies storage management for channel partners and end users. Eric highlighted the platform’s capacity to support up to 33 petabytes of memory in a single rack, allowing for flexible conf...

1 month ago

16 minutes

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Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Episode 5: AI Policy and Shadow IT Challenges

Send us a text Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker | Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation Adam Bennett, Co-Founder & CEO at SureStack CEO at Crosshair Cyber The Cybersecurity Defense...

2 months ago

42 minutes

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Storage Guardian: Incident Response Planning and Preparedness

Send us a text Speaker: Omry Farajun, President, Storage Guardian Omry and Julian delved into the significance of incident response planning in cybersecurity. Omry stressed the necessity of a structured incident response plan that includes alternative communication methods during breaches, while underscoring the importance of preparedness and collaboration among stakeholders. See more from Storage Guardian here.

2 months ago

13 minutes

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Syncro: Configuration Drift – Preventing Security Risks

Send us a text Special Guest: Kristen Costagliola, CTO, Syncro Kristen talked about the company’s initiatives to support managed service providers (MSPs), while emphasizing the importance of effective patch management for SOC 2 compliance. She highlighted the challenges posed by the increasing complexity of SaaS solutions and the necessity for MSPs to maintain visibility into endpoint compliance. She also addressed the issue of tool sprawl, as the proliferation of specialized tools complicate...

2 months ago

33 minutes

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Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Episode 4: AI Poisoning and the Challenges of Agentic AI

Send us a text Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker | Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation The Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem aims to assist Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in becoming ...

3 months ago

41 minutes

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LogMeIn: Innovations in Patch Management and MSP Solutions

Send us a text Chris Savio, Senior Director, Product Marketing at GoTo (fka LogMeIn), talked about GoTo’s suite of solutions, particularly the Resolve product, which provides a unified endpoint management system designed to assist managed service providers (MSPs) in transitioning from legacy systems. Chris highlighted the product’s features, including remote monitoring, mobile device management, and integrated ticketing, emphasizing its potential to enhance service offerings and revenue strea...

3 months ago

32 minutes

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Alkira: AI Impact and Cloud Infrastructure Challenges

Send us a text Doug Houghton, Director of Channels at Alkira (means “happy place” or “bright and sunny” in Australian Aboriginal), talked about his company’s offerings as a network infrastructure as a service provider. He emphasized the advantages of Alkira’s cloud exchange point, which simplifies cross-border connectivity, which can significantly lower total costs and operational complexity compared to traditional networking methods. The conversation also addressed the competitive landscape ...

4 months ago

53 minutes

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BlueVoyant: Third-Party Risk and Security Practices

Send us a text Brendan Conlon, Global Director of Supply Chain Defense at BlueVoyant, presented the company’s multifaceted approach to cybersecurity, highlighting the critical importance of supply chain security in an era where organizations increasingly depend on third-party vendors. He noted that many companies struggle to manage these dependencies effectively, often relying on spreadsheets, which can impede their security efforts. He emphasized BlueVoyant’s role in helping organizations de...

4 months ago

25 minutes

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Storage Guardian: Cybersecurity Strategies for MSPs

Send us a text Speaker: Omry Farajun, President, Storage Guardian Omry spoke about the critical cybersecurity strategies for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), emphasizing the necessity of documentation and incident response plans. He highlighted the creation of incident response runbooks aligned with the NIST 2.0 framework to ensure effective incident management. The importance of conducting tabletop exercises was stressed, particularly to identify communication gaps in scenarios involving co...

4 months ago

12 minutes

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Syncro: Microsoft 365 Security: Essentials to Strengthen Your Posture

Send us a text Special Guest: Rich Dean, Senior Director of Product Management, Syncro Richard highlighted Microsoft’s role in the cybersecurity sector, particularly through their MCP servers that enable small and medium businesses to leverage AI effectively. He emphasized the importance of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in preventing cyber attacks while acknowledging that human behavior remains a significant vulnerability. He also discussed the necessity of continuous employee training to...

4 months ago

32 minutes

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Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Episode 3: AI in Code Development and Security Management

Send us a text Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker | Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation Adam Bennett, Co-Founder & CEO at SureStack CEO at Crosshair Cyber The Cybersecurity Defense...

4 months ago

46 minutes

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Novipro: Rising Threats, Falling Preparedness

Send us a text Guest: Alain Cormier, CEO, Novipro, a well-established Canadian IT solutions provider, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. Alain provided an overview of the company’s extensive experience in the technology sector, highlighting its role as a solution provider and integrator for both small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and large enterprises. He introduced a recent IT trends report that reflects the company’s dedication to understanding and adapting to industry developments. T...

5 months ago

40 minutes

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J-SAS: From Chaos to Confidence — Making Compliance a Strategic Advantage

Send us a text Sase Janki, CEO of J-SAS, talked about the challenges organizations face regarding cybersecurity protection and compliance. He identified three major pain points: the fragmentation caused by multiple tools complicating compliance efforts, audit hesitancy stemming from uncertainty about compliance status, and the complexity and cost of traditional Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools that deter smaller organizations from pursuing compliance initiatives. He cautioned agai...

5 months ago

19 minutes

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Storage Guardian: Secure Disaster Readiness and Response

Send us a text Speaker: Omry Farajun, President, Storage Guardian Omry spoke about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the importance of personal relationships in the managed service provider (MSP) sector. He highlighted the need for MSPs to pivot from traditional backup and disaster recovery services to cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing the significance of integrating platforms and maintaining effective communication during incidents. He also introduced Storage Guardian’s incident...

5 months ago

13 minutes

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RBC: Understanding the Fraud Tactics

Send us a text Fraud fatigue sets in even as Canadians face more personalized scams. Geoff Morton, Senior Director, Fraud Strategy at RBC, discussed new poll data about the rise in targeted scams and how Canadians are feeling about the steps they must take to help protect themselves against fraud. Geoff highlighted a shift in fraud strategies, where criminals are increasingly targeting clients directly rather than banks, prompting RBC to enhance its fraud detection capabilities through ...

6 months ago

35 minutes