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Podcast series GET AMPLIFIED where we’re going to be talking about everything to do with working in the tech industry from staying ahead of the pace of change to fulfilment and well-being.Hosting the series will be Sam Routledge former CTO at Softcat who will be joined by Vicky Reddington from the Amplified Group. The team will be joined by leaders in the tech industry who will share their stories. We are going to share things we wish we knew 20 years ago. This is not rocket science but, we ...
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Unlocking AI with the power of Private Cloud
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Business leaders are setting AI strategies, and IT teams are expected to deliver results. Research from the IDC shows that 88% of all AI pilots fail to reach production. So enter Private Cloud AI, a new way to role out your AI adoption. In this episode we break down what Private Cloud AI is, why it matters, and how this technology is helping organi…
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VMware Explore on Tour - is Private Cloud the solution your business needs?
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Many organisations are rethinking their cloud strategies and searching for smarter, more secure solutions. Private cloud is gaining traction as an alternative, combining the agility and scalability of public cloud with the added control and protection of a dedicated environment. In this episode, we explore how VMware is redefining the private cloud…
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The Customer Vortex: How to Make Growth Repeatable
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Send us a text In this conversation, we sit down with Jim Darragh, five-time exit leader and former CEO of Totalmobile, to unpack how simple differentiation, coachable teams, and predictable go-to-market motion drive repeatable growth. Filled with humour, Jim shares how clarity was the through-line from his rugby start in IT distribution to leadi…
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As Microsoft wraps up a decade of Windows 10 support, we’re seeing a real moment of decision for businesses. If you haven’t made the move yet, it’s time to ask - are we upgrading, adapting, or exposing ourselves to risk? With cyber threats ramping up and support winding down, knowing your options isn’t just helpful - it’s essential. This time we're…
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Big Data London; Why AI Isn’t Delivering (Yet)
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In this episode, we’re not just talking about AI - we’re unpacking the reality behind the hype, taking a look back at Big Data London and what it covered. From stalling initiatives to drifting models, the AI bubble is showing cracks. Why? Because many organisations have sprinted into the future without packing the essentials. We’ll explore the crit…
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How Google United 180,000 People with a Purpose Led AI Playbook
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Send us a text Forget the hype cycle, this conversation gets into how AI actually lands inside a company: purpose first, people next, technology last. We sit down with returning guest Darren Thayre from Google to unpack how a 180,000 person organisation moved from siloed product areas to a shared AI language, and why a calm, purpose‑driven message …
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Join host Helen Gidney, Head of Architecture at Softcat, as she sits down with Adam Spearing, VP of AI Go-To-Market for EMEA at ServiceNow, and Oliver Meadows, ITXM Sales Lead at Softcat. Together, they explore how organisations can streamline internal service operations, dismantle silos, and harness AI to enhance the end-user experience. Whether y…
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In this episode, we're not just talking about data, we're talking about everything that comes with it. The challenges, the misconceptions, the frameworks and compliance. Data is the foundation of so many businesses. Get it right, and you can unlock information that can propel your company forward. But get it wrong, and the challenges it can bring c…
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On this edition of Explain IT, we’re celebrating HPE’s ten-year anniversary, and reflecting on the standout moments from HPE Discover. We explore how HPE’s evolution, from its separation from HP Inc. to bold acquisitions and innovation milestones, is shaping the future of enterprise IT. From cloud modernisation and infrastructure disruption, to a s…
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How secure is your supply chain? With the recent swathe of supply chain cyber attacks on big name brands, now more than ever it’s important to protect your supply chain. On this edition of Explain IT, we’re talking about recent breaches and how that is affecting customers. We're also delving into the question of 'who are these threat actors?', and …
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Leading Like a Team Coach with Harvey Smith, VP Partners
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Send us a text What happens when a leader embraces the role of team coach? In this episode, we sit down with Harvey Smith, VP Partners, who shares his experience leading partner teams across EMEA through his natural team coaching approach. Harvey opens up about the delicate balance between authority and humility that defines great team coaching lea…
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Ever wondered how we can stay ahead of cyber threats without burning out? On this edition of Explain IT, we're talking about the leveraging of advanced technology to automatically detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats, reducing the need for constant human intervention that could lead to burnout. It's all about enhancing efficiency, spee…
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Keeping your data structured and secure is key to keeping your business safe. But how do we ensure that at every level of our IT infrastructure, including your backups? With data being stored across an organisation, from edge to the data center to the cloud, cyber resiliency is important when safeguarding an organization's assets against cyber thre…
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Creating Shared Wins: Breaking Down Silos in Tech Partnerships with Dan Waters
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Send us a text Dan Waters brings decades of partnership expertise to this fascinating conversation about building effective tech ecosystems. Working from sales roles at distributors to VP of Partnerships at Snowflake EMEA, Dan shares unique perspectives from both sides of the vendor-partner relationship. The conversation explores how truly successf…
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Building High-Performance Teams Through DISC with Stephanie Windsor, CEO Cloud Benefits
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Send us a text What happens when a promising startup faces challenges that threaten its very existence? For Stephanie Windsor, CEO of Cloud Benefits, the answer lay in understanding the diverse strengths of her leadership team through DISC profiling. Founded in 2021 as businesses emerged from the pandemic, Cloud Benefits offers a digital employee b…
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Wireless first connectivity for your business
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You rely on wireless connectivity, we all do… and having a good wireless system can have a big impact on the success of your business. As companies strive for greater flexibility, efficiency, and connectivity, Wireless First is emerging as a game-changer. Post Covid, we’re seeing employees want more dynamic and collaborative work environments, and …
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Reframe Your Value with Jim Moyle Principal Product Manager at Microsoft
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Send us a text In the fast-paced world of technology, career longevity often depends on finding your niche and building meaningful relationships within it. Jim Moyle, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft, is a brilliant example of this with his two-decade journey through the EUC landscape, offering valuable insights for tech professionals at any …
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Breaking Down Silos for Seamless Customer Success with Bob Burke
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Send us a text This episode explores the evolution of customer success in the SaaS industry, highlighting the shift from a cost centre to a key driver of revenue growth. Bob Burke, whose journey from the heart of San Francisco's dot-com boom to a Customer-First thought leader, shares insights on aligning customer success with sales, breaking down s…
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From artificial intelligence to 5G Networks to everything in between, we’ve seen some big shifts in the IT industry in 2024. In today’s episode, we’ll be looking back over the tech landscape of 2024 and making big predictions about what we think we’re going to see in 2025. We’ll discuss how emerging technologies might transform industries and impac…
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The Power of Feedback with Tracy Reis, Head of People
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Send us a text We're delighted to welcome back the inspirational Tracy Reis, Head of People and Joint MD at Nomad Studio, the strategy and brand experience company. This conversation felt like an invaluable coaching session on the importance of developing our feedback skills. Tracy shares her wisdom on how giving feedback is the roadmap to progress…
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From artificial intelligence to 5G Networks to everything in between, we’ve seen some big shifts in the IT industry in 2024. In today’s episode, we’ll be looking back over the tech landscape of 2024 and making big predictions about what we think we’re going to see in 2025. We’ll discuss how emerging technologies might transform industries and impac…
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A Holistic Approach to Life and Leadership with Trevor Dias
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Send us a text Kick off 2025 with a burst of inspiration as we welcome Trevor Dias, whose career journey spans sports coaching with Manchester United to leadership roles in Vodafone and Salesforce. In our professional lives we are very used to starting each year in planning mode and setting our objectives. How many of us do the same in our personal…
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Workplace AI bots, like Microsoft Copilot, have exploded in use over the last 12 months. They are transforming how businesses operate by automating routine tasks, enhancing decision-making, and allowing employees to focus on more strategic activities. Back in November 2023, Explain IT discussed how Copilot could potentially revolutionise the workpl…
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Foundations of Leadership with Mark Templeton
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Send us a text We are super excited to bring you an extra special Get Amplified festive present! Mark Templeton rejoins us to share his wisdom and learnings in this episode, Foundations of Leadership. We catch up with Mark, who continues to give back through board service and CEO mentoring. As former CEO of Citrix, Mark offers invaluable insigh…
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From Ops Leader to CRO: Making the Leap with Karen Gallantry, CRO
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Send us a text What happens when a former operations leader takes the leap into the role of Chief Revenue Officer? We had an insightful discussion with Karen Gallantry. Her story illuminates the power of balancing operational demands with understanding human dynamics. Karen shares her unique perspective on how diverse experiences across technology …
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It's a Match! with Calum Lyle, MD at Add Some Zest
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Send us a text Can a passion-driven business approach redefine an entire industry? Managing Director of Add Some Zest, Calum Lyle, believes so. We loved speaking to Calum and hearing about his refreshing approach to recruitment. We feel Calum's values and our values at the Amplified Group are naturally aligned. It definitely feels like a match! Cal…
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AI Unleashed: Turning Humans into Superhumans
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Send us a text We're delighted to welcome back AI pioneer, Reddy Mallidi. Reddy has been busy since we last spoke, channelling his knowledge and passion into writing a book, AI Unleashed. The true power of AI is not in replacing humans, but in creating super humans. Reddy shares with us how he has numerous conversations that start with ‘We need AI’…
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Cloud computing, first introduced in the 1960s as the "intergalactic computer network," is now essential to our digital existence. There are so many cloud options available on the market today. Private clouds are essentially dedicated environments that offer greater control and security. They are typically used by businesses to store sensitive data…
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Empathy, Simplicity and Storytelling in Tech - Joe Baguley CTO EMEA Broadcom
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Send us a text As the days get shorter and the weather becomes gloomy Sam and Vic are joined by the legendary Joe Baguley to brighten your day on a podcast filled with humour and insight. Joe, Chief Technology Officer at Broadcom openly shares his motivations, driven by a lifelong curiosity and the knack for simplifying the complex. Known for his m…
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Resolving Organisational Constipation: Insights from Dr. Mark Baker
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Send us a text Ever wonder how internal operations can actually support and supercharge your sales efforts rather than hinder them? Join us on Get Amplified with special guest Dr. Mark Baker, visiting fellow at MK:U Cranfield University. With a rich background in engineering, finance, and risk management, Mark shares compelling stories from his tim…
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Ever thought about how much of your life is protected by passwords? And why do hackers want to steal credentials? How do they do it and more importantly, how can we stop them in their tracks? From your emails to your retirement savings, passwords are quite literally the gatekeepers to your online life. And there are layers to password security, fro…
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Teaming: Problem Solving at Scale with GTM Leader, Ross Brown
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Send us a text What better way to launch Season 6 of Get Amplified than with the experienced and innovative GTM leader, Ross Brown. This episode is jam packed with stories and nuggets of partnering strategy. You’ll need your fast listening ears as it is a wild ride with some brilliant metaphors and stories that had us leaning in for more! With an i…
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Where do you want to work from today? The coffee shop? The beach? It’s all possible with a Virtual desktop infrastructure. Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, or VDI, lets you access your companies’ systems from almost any device, essentially you can carry your office in your pocket. In this special episode, we’ll answer some important questions to hel…
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