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This week's Industry 4.0 episode will focus on Agile FactoriesBe sure to catch up on the previous episodes in the series.What is Industry 4.0 Podcasthttps://pod.link/theshowFollow Chris Seferlis and Michael Askins for more insights!!#Industry #Technology #Businessindustry 4.0 explained
8/21/24 • 37:52
Rob Fegan joins Michael Askins to discuss selling with Microsoft.There are many nuances to being a Microsoft Partner and Rob helps partners focus on the unknown, the overlooked, and the often dreaded requirements of partnering.Stalk Rob on Linkedin: / robfegan Visit Venvito: https://www.venvito.net/Visit ITPro https://www.ma-itpro.com
8/21/24 • 36:16
Jesse Alleyne joins Michael and Chris to discuss the Industry 4.0 series. Technology, innovation, IoT, and Microsoft talks continue. Did we get it right? Watch the whole series and let us know what you think.What is Industry 4.0 Podcasthttps://pod.link/theshowFollow Chris Seferlis and Michael Askins for more insights!!#Industry #Technology #Businessindustry 4.0 explained
8/21/24 • 38:03
Chris and Michael discuss Industry 4.0 - Engaging Customers!We dive into the need to engage customers and a few solutions available with your subscriptions!Show LinksPrevious Show: Defining Industry 4.0Microsoft and Industry 4.0Microsoft VivaMicrosoft TeamsComment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
11/9/23 • 45:18
The foremost expert on Industry, Jeff Winter, joins Chris and Michael to discuss Industry 4.0.We discuss how the world evolved to Industry 4.0, the initiatives and tech that surround I4.0 and what really is innovation.Follow Jeff on LinkedIn to stay informed on Industry, insights, trends, and analytics:The foremost expert on Industry, Jeff Winter, joins Chris and Michael to discuss Industry 4.0.We discuss how the world evolved to Industry 4.0, the initiatives and tech that surrounds I4.0 and what really is innovation.Follow Jeff on LinkedIn to stay informed on Industry, insights, trends, and analytics:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyrwinter/Connect with Chris and Michael on LinkedIn Follow this series by podcast @ https://pod.link/theshowFor show information and sponsorship go to ma-itpro.comGraphics By: SophiaAskins.ARTSounds By: Motion Array
10/10/23 • 34:36
In Part 2 of a series, Chris and Michael discuss Industry 4.0 - Transform The Workforce!We dive into the need to engage the workforce and a few solutions available with your subscriptions!Show LinksPrevious Show: Defining Industry 4.0Microsoft and Industry 4.0Microsoft VivaMicrosoft TeamsComment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
9/6/23 • 38:56
Chris Seferlis joins me in the virtual studio to discuss the 2023 Tech Conference season... Be sure to grab Chris' book:Practical Guide to Azure Cognitive Services: Leverage the power of Azure OpenAI to optimize operations, reduce costs, and deliver cutting-edge AI solutionsYou can get the book on Amazon Here: https://aka.s4nets.cloud/CSBOOK2023This insightful release goes into areas like barriers to entry, cost control, AI for manufacturing and logistics, and much more.Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe want to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies.Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
8/9/23 • 31:20
In Part 1 of a series, Chris and Michael work to define what Industry 4.0 is and what it may mean to your organization.Show LinksMicrosoft and Industry 4.0Microsoft GPT-4Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe want to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies.Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
8/9/23 • 41:40
In this episode, we have guest Chris Bomba from solutions4networks join us to discuss how Cisco Webex and Microsoft Teams - The Breakdown of features!We discuss each solution's different options and features so you can be informed on how to license your environment. As always, contact a professional to verify and validate your architecture and configuration.Should you want more information, contact solutions4networksWe thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Join the conversation with Michael on LinkedinFollow Chris on LinkedinVisit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
5/9/23 • 57:30
Chris Seferlis joins me in the virtual studio to discuss the new book he coauthored:Practical Guide to Azure Cognitive Services: Leverage the power of Azure OpenAI to optimize operations, reduce costs, and deliver cutting-edge AI solutionsYou can get the book on Amazon Here: https://aka.s4nets.cloud/CSBOOK2023This insightful release goes into areas like barriers to entry, cost control, AI for manufacturing and logistics, and much more.Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe want to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies.Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
5/9/23 • 45:02
Chris Seferlis joins Michael Askins to discuss the popular ChatGPT and AI. Show LinksOpenAI CHAT GPTMicrosoft GPT-4Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe want to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies.Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
3/23/23 • 48:57
In this episode, Michael Askins is joined with Paul Gundersen from Attain Insight to discuss Directory Management with S4X! In a technology world of changes, updates, and compliance, the S4X solution will lower the cost of directory management while keeping an eye on compliance and governance.If you would like to discuss connect in the links belowShow Linkssolutions4networksAttain Insight - Security 4XPaul Gundersen - LinkedInMichael Askins - LinkedInSponsorWe thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!FollowFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comsolutions4networks on LinkedInComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
3/23/23 • 47:21
Chris Seferlis joins Michael Askins to discuss open-source solutions for your organization. You may even be using an open-source solution and not even know it! Show LinksOpen-source at MicrosoftComment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe want to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies.Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
2/7/23 • 50:11
In this episode, a first part of a series, the Architects discuss how to monitor and control costs in Azure. This will be foundational to some future upcoming episodes.We thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible! s4nets provides security, network, data center, and cloud solutions for organizations of all sizes. Reach out to solutions4networks for assessments and projects to help control your costs.Visit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
1/23/23 • 35:52
Chris Seferlis joins Michael Askins to discuss some strategies around ensuring you are saving costs without reducing functionality on your data platforms.Show LinksData Security past show as mentionedComment on Twitter or LinkedIn and tell us which area you want to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInWe would like to thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, which makes this show possible! Visit s4nets to gain insight and information on services like Network Security, Cloud Security, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Datacenter Technologies, and Microsoft Cloud Technologies. Produced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
1/17/23 • 44:31
A live-to-tape of the solutions4networks post-Ignite event where we talk about a few of the key takeaways and announcements!This event was held with a small set of clients at Penn Brewery where Michael Askins and Justin Snyder discussed Security and Modern Work topics followed by refreshments and PRETZELS!!Should you want more information contact solutions4networksWe thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Join the conversation with Michael on LinkedinVisit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInTags: CiscoMicrosoftTeams
11/2/22 • 31:13
In this episode, we have guest Chris Bomba from solutions4networks join us to discuss how Cisco Webex Cloud Contact Center can impact your organization.We go over how the WxCC is a solution where you can use any endpoint like Microsoft Teams and Dynamics 365 to provide an omnichannel experience for your agents and contact center staff.Should you want more information contact solutions4networksWe thank our anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Join the conversation with Michael on Linkedin Follow Chris on LinkedinVisit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
11/1/22 • 46:04
In this episode, the Architects discuss the hybrid event Microsoft Ignite!We thank our new anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Visit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedInFollow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
10/21/22 • 29:57
In this episode, the Architects discuss Cybersecurity Awareness and some often forgotten areas in your organization to harden like: Low Code, IoT, and more!We thank our new anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Visit solutions4networks - www.s4nets.comFind s4nets on Linkedin HEREFind ITPro @ www.ma-itpro.comComment on Twitter or LinkedIn Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
10/6/22 • 35:06
We have had hiatus before on the show, but this has been like none other. The Architects discuss where we have been and give a glimpse into where we are going. The new day job has afforded the team to partner with more technology stacks and brilliant technologists.We thank our new anchor sponsor, solutions4networks, for helping make this show possible!Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn
9/16/22 • 36:09
Chris Seferlis rounds out the trifecta by joining us again to discuss the types of data and platforms that need to be managed in a modern business! Show LinksData Security past show as mentionedComment on Twitter or LinkedIn on which area you would like to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInProduced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
4/29/22 • 52:08
Chris Seferlis joins us again in the studio to discuss our responsibility as technologists and businesses with AI solutions. Microsoft has several frameworks to assist organizations and businesses choose the proper tracts and approaches.Show LinksThe Microsoft ApproachMicrosoft Responsible AI ResourcesComment on Twitter or LinkedIn on which area you would like to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInProduced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
4/13/22 • 63:24
Chris Seferlis joins us to discuss when does it makes sense to build a solution or buy a solution that meets most of your requirements. Then there is the grey area in between...Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn on which area you would like to see a deep dive!Stalk Chris online at the following outlets:Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris is on Twitter HERE!Follow Michael AskinsYouTubeTwitterLinkedInProduced by Michael Askins and MA-ITPRO
4/8/22 • 47:55
The Architects discuss some of the cyber security challenges with the recent geopolitical events.Show LinksMA-ITPro The ProShowWe like to thanks Aspirant for sponsoring the showAspirantBuild Better Business and IT ProsMichael Askins on TwitterMichael Askins on LinkedIn
3/7/22 • 39:45
The Architects discuss some of the new business-centric features that SharePoint has released including robust grammar and spellcheck! Show LinksMark Kashman SharePoint PitstopMA-ITPro The ProShowWe like to thanks Aspirant for sponsoring the showAspirantBuild Better Business and IT ProsMichael Askins on TwitterMichael Askins on LinkedIn
2/18/22 • 32:55
The Architects sit down in the virtual studio and discuss the planning for '22, Link to the Microsoft Licensing ShowShow LinksWant to learn more about Michael Devlin, check out the ITPro highlight episode HEREMicrosoft TeamsWe like to thanks Aspirant for sponsoring the showAspirantBuild Better Business and IT ProsMichael Askins on TwitterMichael Askins on LinkedIn
2/4/22 • 22:31
It is fitting that we bring Chris Seferlis to the 100th show!! As a regular contributor and friend of the show, we wrap the year and look forward to 100 more shows! We extend our thanks and gratitude to everyone that makes helps make this show possible!We discuss a quick look back and forward to '22Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn on which area you would like to see a deep dive!For more information on Aspirant, visit www.aspirant.comFollow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris on Twitter HERE!Produced by Michael AskinsFor more information on Aspirant, visit www.aspirant.comAspirant on LinkedIn and FacebookFollow Aspirant on Twitter
2/2/22 • 77:36
The architects discuss a few of our rewind shows in prep for the 100th Live Stream!!For more information on Aspirant visit www.aspirant.comAspirant on LinkedIn and FacebookFollow Aspirant on TwitterHost InformationFollow Michael on TwitterTags: Microsoft
12/29/21 • 29:08
Episode 96 is a REWIND episode where Chris and M discuss the skills and abilities to bein the Data Space Chris Seferlis joins us to revisit the topic: What skills and abilities do you need to be The Data Expert?!We discuss soft skills, presentation skills, and the path Chris took to be an Architect in the cloud and data spaces.Comment on Twitter or LinkedIn on which area you would like to see a deep dive!Video of the week:Chris Seferlis: Becoming a Solution ArchitectFor more information on Aspirant, visit www.aspirant.com Follow Chris's YouTube channel HERE!Chris on Twitter HERE!Produced by Michael AskinsFor more information on Aspirant, visit www.aspirant.comAspirant on LinkedIn and FacebookFollow Aspirant on Twitter
12/29/21 • 57:13
This REWIND episode we touch on the ways in 2021 we are collaborating and even bringing your own meeting!In this episode, we discuss BYOM (Bring Your Own Meeting), collaboration space hardware, and the economics of the post-covid office space.@33:00 - A regular feature of the CC - Teams in the last 30 by Dev will highlight Microsoft Teams enhancements and new features as well as other related apps and plugins. The Meeting Will End in 5min.Collaboration Product Spotlight@50:00 - We discuss Nureva Audio and the HDL300 device that is now Microsoft Teams Certified!Link to the Nureva HDL300 Teams Certification HERELink to the Nureva HDL300 Product Page HEREFor more information on Aspirant visit www.aspirant.comFor more information on ELB Global visit www.elbglobal.comProduced by Michael AskinsAspirant on LinkedIn and FacebookFollow Aspirant on Twitter
12/29/21 • 62:41
