Best TD SYNNEX Podcasts (2025)

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Creating a Bridge Between Possibility and Reality: A Conversation with the Redington Group’s V.S. Hariharan 40:27

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Unlocking growth, access, efficiency and trust for the vendor and provider community should be part of the distribution journey, suggests V.S. Hariharan, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Redington Group. As an IT leader in APJ and META, he believes distributors must provide value beyond boxes, logistics and credit, and provide lot of other th…

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From Channel Chief to CRO, Distribution Remains a Top Priority: A Discussion with Ken Marks 40:27

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After serving in a channel chief role for several prominent companies over the years, Ken Marks, former CRO of Cynomi, (this episode was recorded prior to his departure) validates a philosophy he’s held for many years: top-down support is critical to channel success. He shares his thoughts on his new role, C-suite buy in with an indirect GTM and cy…

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Empowering Channel Excellence: A Conversation with Reyna Thompson and Jessica McDowell from TD SYNNEX 28:18

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From cloud procurement and enablement to managing relationships with hyperscalers, distributors have become masters of the digital realm for their vendor and solution provider partners. In episode 59 of the Beyond Distribution with GTDC podcast, TD SYNNEX executives Reyna Thompson, President of North America, and Jessica McDowell, Senior Vice Presi…

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No Longer the Channel’s Best Kept Secret: a Conversation with GTIA’s New CEO, Dan Wensley 27:50

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With the tech industry innovating faster than ever, channel organizations need as much support as possible, and that’s where GTIA — formerly the CompTIA member community — shines. In episode 59 of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, newly appointed GTIA CEO Dan Wensley discusses the organization's past and future journey with host Frank Vitagliano. Thei…

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The Cloud Movement is a Journey, Not a Destination: A Conversation with IDC’s Frank Della Rosa 32:04

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Digital transformation has come a long way with investment in that area projected to reach $4 trillion dollars by 2028, and that shift shows no signs of abating, says Frank Della Rosa, Research Vice President of SaaS, Business Platforms and Ecosystems at IDC. He joins host Frank Vitagliano in episode 58 of Beyond Distribution with GTDC to discuss t…

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The Transformation of Distribution is Just Getting Started: A Conversation with Ingram Micro’s Bill Brandel 40:27

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While distribution has evolved significantly over the past few years, AI and the movement towards proactive and consultative services and will bring even greater benefits to channel partners and their customers, according to Bill Brandel, EVP and President of North America for Ingram Micro. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, he and h…

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Unlocking Growth for SMBs and MSPs with the Lenovo and TD Synnex Alliance 24:38

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Join Gary Armstrong from TD Synnex and Amy Day from Lenovo as they explore their powerful, long-standing partnership. This episode dives into how this alliance empowers Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to scale and innovate. Discover the critical role of Lenovo's Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), the benef…

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Building a Successful AI Strategy: A Summit EMEA Expert Panel Discussion 41:18

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Organizations are increasingly dependent on technologies that streamline and automate operations, and AI allows channel partners to deliver in both areas for their clients. That is just one of the benefits of artificial intelligence that are discussed with a panel of industry experts in this episode of Beyond Distribution, which was recorded live a…

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Building a Trusted Channel Services Aggregator: A Conversation with Jason Beal and Andrew Warren of Exclusive Networks 40:27

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While the industry has long embraced the IT distributor model, today the term channel services aggregator provides a more accurate description of what these organizations do for vendors and solution providers, suggests Jason Beal, President of North America for Exclusive Networks. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, Beal and his VP of…

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European Distribution Leaders Look to the Future at GTDC Summit EMEA 40:27

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Despite global economic uncertainty, the value of ICT distribution continues to strengthen with new technologies, services and platform investments. In episode 53 of Beyond Distribution, host Frank Vitagliano moderates an insightful conversation on what the future holds for the channel as well as its rapidly changing ecosystem with a panel of Europ…

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How HP’s Next-Gen PCs Empower Innovation 7:54

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Welcome to Episode 4 of Future Focus, the podcast that explores the cutting edge world of AI and how it's transforming the modern day workflow. In this episode, we diving into how AI is enhancing creativity. From design to music production, video editing to storytelling, AI is no longer just a tool for automation, it’s a creative partner.…

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AI Security and its Impact on Businesses 9:09

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Welcome to Episode 3 of Future Focus, the podcast that dives deep into the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and its impact on the way we work, create, and collaborate. In this episode, we explore on the most pressing topics in AI: Security. Looking at how to manage data management, cybersecurity and how companies can stay ahead of emerging t…

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The Advancements of Copilot 5:15

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Welcome back to Future Focus, the podcast that explores the latest innovations in AI and how they shape our digital world. In this episode, we take a closer look into Microsoft's Copilot and its seamless integration into HP's next gen AI powered PCs. Discover how Copilot transforms productivity with intelligent doscument editing, advanced data insi…

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Exploring HP’s Next-Gen AI PCs 4:35

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Welcome to Future Focus, the podcast that dives deep into the latest advancements in AI and how they’re shaping the future of technology. In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking innovations behind HP’s next-generation AI-powered PCs. Join us as we discuss what “True AI” really means, how AI-driven PCs are redefining performance, security, an…

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Global Policy Shifts and Financial Outlook with Emily Mansfield of the EIU 31:28

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Geopolitical changes are creating uncertainties across the globe, from new policies and tariffs to potentially temporary supply chain moves. Despite those reservations, the IT industry have several reasons to be optimistic this year, suggests Emily Mansfield, Regional Director, Europe, Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The 2025 GTDC Summit EMEA sp…

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Distribution’s Evolution and Future. Insight from Top Executives at GTDC Summit NA 38:14

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Rapid change deeply impacts the channel, and IT distributors are orchestrating those transformations. In episode 51, Frank Vitagliano moderates an insightful conversation on that topic with a panel of the top distribution executives in North America, recorded live at the February GTDC Summit NA in Oceanside, CA. The group touches on a number of cri…

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Visiting the Past and Future of Distribution with Industry Legend Steve Raymund 32:23

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From the early pick-pack-and-ship operations to modern-day cloud and innovation incubators, IT distribution has undergone a major transformation, according to Steve Raymund, retired chair and CEO of the former Tech Data (now TD SYNNEX). The channel pioneer joins host Frank Vitagliano in this special 50th episode of Beyond Distribution to discuss mi…

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The Digital Platform Revolution: A Conversation with Arrow’s Eric Nowak 29:16

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Cloud transformation continues to shake up and reshape the technology channel, and vendors and solution providers are looking for easier ways to scale these offerings, according to Eric Nowak, President of Global Enterprise Computing Solutions at Arrow. He joins host Frank Vitagliano in episode 49 of Beyond Distribution with GTDC for an interactive…

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Addressing the Diverse IT Needs of the Gulf Region and Africa: An Inside Perspective from Ingram Micro’s Ali Baghdadi 32:10

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Supporting tech innovation in an area with multiple cultures and languages and many geographic barriers is challenging for even the largest vendors. According to Ali Baghdadi, SVP and CEO for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) for Ingram Micro, those are key reasons why those companies look to distributors to build and support strong channel…

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Tech Predictions for 2025 with AI Edge and IT Distribution 21:19

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Join us for an engaging conversation with Ian Jeffs, Country Manager for Lenovo ISG UK, and Gary Armstrong, Business Unit Manager at TD Synnex, as we delve into the technology trends shaping 2025. Recorded in the vibrant atmosphere of a data centre, we discuss the rise of AI in business, the growing importance of sustainability, and the evolving IT…

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Distribution Drives Innovation: A View from the Top Executive Discussion at Summit APJ 2024 53:00

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Digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity are expected to drive technology sales for years to come. However, relatively few vendors have the resources to scale sales and adoption of these innovative offerings on their own. At the recent GTDC Summit APJ event in Singapore, CEO Frank Vitagliano discussed those challenges …

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AI and Services Revenue Growth Create Optimism in APJ: Industry Perspectives from IDC’s Avneesh Saxena 30:47

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According to IDC Group Vice President of Domain Research Avneesh Saxena, Asia Pacific is strategically important to the IT industry, with many emerging companies taking risks to drive innovation in the digital-first global environment. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, he joins host Frank Vitagliano to discuss regional sales trends,…

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A Positive Yet Guarded Outlook on Global Markets and Demand with EIU’s John Marrett 31:49

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Despite the uncertainty of global elections, shifting policies, and layoffs in the tech community, the industry outlook is positive, suggests John Marrett, Director of Financial Risk for the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, he joins host Frank Vitagliano to discuss a variety of factors impacting w…

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TD SYNNEX & Lenovo's Path to Success 31:56

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In this first episode of "TD SYNNEX: Home of Lenovo," join Gary Armstrong, Lauren Kahr and Nick Stancliffe share insights into their award-winning partnership and the factors driving their growth in the tech distribution industry. Learn about the path to their success, including experienced teams, operational excellence, and the significant contrib…

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Unlocking Global Business Opportunities: GTDC’s Collaborative Sustainability Initiative 30:21

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Sustainability remains a high priority for business leaders across the globe, with increasing awareness driven by regulations and societal concerns. However, the roadmap and tracking options for compliance remain unclear. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC Manuel Aguirre, Senior Manager of Global Sustainability for TD SYNNEX, and Domi…

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Alleviating Vendors’ Burdens Through Distribution: Exclusive Insight from Channelnomics’ Larry Walsh 33:46

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Larry Walsh, CEO and chief analyst at Channelnomics, emphasizes that the value proposition for distribution continues to grow stronger due to vendors' expansion goals, and even more so with the increasing focus on data intelligence and digital transformation. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, he discusses partner expansion and the s…

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The APJ Opportunity: Addressing the Prospects and Challenges in This Thriving IT Marketplace 28:58

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Supporting the global IT community can be an eclectic and demanding job, which is why distributors play such a vital role in vendor’s expansion plans. Ananth Lazarus, GTDC’s Managing Director for APJ, joins host Frank Vitagliano in this episode to discuss the critical region's dynamic and diverse IT ecosystem. The duo explores the economic impact a…

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Cybersecurity, Distribution and Channel Dynamics: Insight from Arctic Wolf’s Bob Skelley 29:52

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With continually shifting threat vectors and cybercriminals increasing use of AI, partners need more support than ever before, and distribution is evolving to fill that gap, according to Bob Skelley, Senior Vice President of Channels of Arctic Wolf. The tenured and respected channel champion joins host Frank Vitagliano in a comprehensive discussion…

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A Work-Life Rhythm Fosters Inclusion: A Candid Conversation with CRN’s Cass Cooper 28:28

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Sustainability and inclusion have become critical workplace topics and a focus of global strategic initiatives. Those conversations have taken on even more importance in the IT business community where skills shortages remain a major problem, according to Cass Cooper, MHR, a columnist for Inclusive Leadership at CRN, a part of The Channel Company. …

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From Innovation to Digital Marketplaces: Executives Weigh in on the Future of Distribution at Summit EMEA 2024 41:20

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New technologies are an opportunity for the channel, but not every vendor or solution provider can scale these offerings without the right combination of resources and expertise. That subject was one of several covered by CEO Frank Vitagliano and a panel of top distribution executives at the recent GTDC Summit EMEA. Recorded live from this year’s e…

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A Cautiously Positive Outlook: a Frank Discussion with Emily Mansfield from the Economist Intelligence Unit 30:58

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With economists projecting inflation and interest rates to stabilize and overall monetary policies to steady, there are several reasons for industry leaders to be optimistic in 2024, suggests Emily Mansfield, Regional Director, Europe, Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). She joins host Frank Vitagliano for an informative dialogue on consumer and bus…

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AI Refresh and Sustainability Initiatives Create Optimism in the EU: Insight from the Esprinet Group’s Alessandro Cattani 32:09

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While consumer technology spending continues to lag, consistent demand in the corporate and government sectors provided resiliency to the IT industry. If projected effects of AI-induced refresh cycles and sustainability initiatives come about, prospects for 2024 could be even brighter, according to Alessandro Cattani, Chief Executive Officer, Espri…

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The Distribution Innovation Equation: An IT Executive Panel Discussion from GTDC Summit NA 2024 33:49

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In episode 36 of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, Dave O'Callaghan, Managing Partner of Vation Ventures, leads a best practices discussion on ramping up sales and adoption of AI technologies. This discussion was recorded live at the GTDC Summit NA in Oceanside, CA, with several executives extolling the benefits and challenges of these solutions and t…

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Creating Win-Win-Win Engagements: Discussing the Channel, AI, Mergers and Inclusion with Dell’s Cheryl Cook 35:54

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From the computer science lab to executive roles with Fortune 100 companies, Cheryl Cook, Senior Vice President of Global Partner Marketing of Dell Technologies understands the challenges and opportunities available in the IT industry. In this episode, the esteemed channel leader who recently announced she will retire in May after 40 years in the i…

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Building Upon Channel Success with Matt Yorke, The Channel Company’s New CEO 19:52

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Intelligent platforms are essential to the current and future growth of the IT community, according to Matt Yorke, CEO of the Channel Company. The recently hired executive joined host Frank Vitagliano at the GTDC Summit North America for an engaging conversation on the innovative tools available to the industry, new technology trends and the rising…

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Distribution Empowers Innovation: Tech Leaders Explain How, Live From the 2024 GTDC Summit NA 38:32

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Transformation can be difficult and costly without effective strategies, team members, and partners. In this episode, Frank Vitagliano moderates an insightful conversation on that topic with a panel of top executives from large global distributors. Recorded live from the GTDC Summit NA in Oceanside, CA, the discussion highlights the latest technolo…

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AI and Innovation Fuel an Optimistic Outlook for 2024. A Conversation with IDC’s Crawford Del Prete 32:38

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Data is mission critical today, providing IT companies with the insight needed to compete, innovate, strategize, and succeed, according to Crawford Del Prete, President of IDC. The respected research executive joins Beyond Distribution host Frank Vitagliano for an engaging discussion on the state of the industry, including the peaks and valleys of …

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Empowering Partners to Drive Innovation in the SMB 30:40

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IT companies have a better shot at succeeding with a solid understanding of where their customers are heading, according to Dan Schwab, Co-President of D&H Distributing. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, host Frank Vitagliano catches up on some of the latest trends and partner opportunities in the SMB community with Schwab, including AI, clou…

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A Lifetime Commitment to Inclusion, Channel Partners and Distribution 29:58

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The IT industry is a stronger community thanks to leaders like Lori Cornmesser, SVP WW Channel & Alliance Sales at Deepwatch. In this episode, the esteemed executive, diversity champion, and CRN Women of the Channel Power 100 member shared her insights on a variety of topics with host Frank Vitagliano. She highlighted the shifting dynamics between …

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Keys to Building Stronger and More Beneficial Distribution Relationships 33:57

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The complexities of technology consumption are transforming transaction and support processes, as well as channel engagements. In this episode, Jason Beal, Vice President of Worldwide Ecosystems at Barracuda discusses the challenges and opportunities those changes bring to the vendor community with host Frank Vitagliano. They explore the value of m…

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Bringing Robust Cybersecurity to the Small and Mid Markets 33:14

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The threat environment, like cybersecurity, is evolving rapidly, and the channel has to adapt even quicker to compete, according to Klaus Schlichtherle, Group CEO of Infinigate. In this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, Klaus discusses the shifting risk landscape and weighs in on a number of other industry developments with podcast host Fra…

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Training Artificial Intelligence to Ensure Channel Success 33:15

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One of history's most promising technological advances is also one of the most controversial. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, Daniel Nissan, CEO and Founder of StructuredWeb shares his insights on Artificial Intelligence and the opportunity these platforms present for channel companies with host Frank Vitagliano. This conversation dives int…

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Driving IT Transformation in the Middle East: Insight from Mindware’s Philippe Jarre 31:06

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In regions with diverse interests, relationship building is critical to business success, according to Philippe Jarre, President of the Mindware Group, a Dubai-based distributor and newly announced member of the GTDC. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, Jarre joined host Frank Vitagliano to discuss the unique IT opportunities as well as the dif…

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Deep Industry Insight Drives a Stronger and More Agile IT Community 32:39

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Information is critical to the success of IT vendors, distributors and their solution provider partners, suggests Tatjana Wismeth, Head of Distribution & Supply Chain Intelligence for GfK. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, she discusses the rapidly changing technology field, evolving business models, and other trends with host Frank Vitaglian…

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Improving the World with Progressive Technologies and Solutions 28:52

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Innovation and shifting customer demand are reshaping the global technology landscape. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, Clive Fitzharris, CEO of DCC Technology shares his thoughts on sustainability, specializations, and rapidly changing value propositions with podcast host Frank Vitagliano. Recorded live at the 2023 GTDC Summit EMEA, the duo…

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From AI and Data Center Expansion to the Circular Economy, Lenovo Executives Predict a Bright Future 32:37

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Global technology and workforce innovation are driving change across the IT industry. In this episode of Beyond Distribution, Ralf Jordan, Vice President of Channel for EMEA and Irene Acedo-Rico, EMEA Executive Director of Sales, Enterprise Business Group at Lenovo discuss key factors fueling those transformations with podcast host Frank Vitagliano…

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IT Distribution Through the Looking Glass: EMEA Executives Weigh In 26:57

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Over the past decade, the channel has undergone tremendous transformations with new business models, technologies, and delivery systems. How will those changes affect distribution over the next five years? What should technology executives be paying close attention to today? You can learn the answers in this special episode of Beyond Distribution, …

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Heaven or Hell? Futurist Gerd Leonhard Explores the Ramifications of AI, ESG and IT Innovation 10:25

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What challenges and opportunities do new technologies present? How will the IT industry harness the power of innovative offerings like artificial intelligence and machine learning in the coming years? Authors and futurist Gerd Leonhard shares his thoughts on those questions and more in this podcast episode with guest host Kavita May, Senior Vice Pr…

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Distribution’s Increasing Role in Cloud Transformation with Meg Brennan 32:01

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Why should software vendors take a channel-first approach with their go-to-market strategy? According to veteran channel executive Meg Brennan, the benefits are substantial, and everything runs smoother with a solid distribution network and quality partners. In this episode, the respected channel executive joins host Frank Vitagliano to discuss dyn…

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Earning a Seat at the IT Table. Career, Channel, and Cybersecurity Insight from Veeam Software’s Dangvy Keller 30:20

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Just a decade ago, diversity in the IT community was minimal, particularly in the executive ranks. While a stronger focus on hiring and educational opportunities, the situation is changing. Still, many challenges remain, according to Dangvy Keller, Vice President of Americas Alliance and Distribution Sales, Veeam Software. The CRN Women of the Chan…