B2B Tech Talk with Ingram Micro

The public sector is a critical aspect of society—we’re here to ensure they have a seamless entrance into digital transformation with safer, smoother, efficient systems. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Tony Celeste , executive director and general manager, Ingram Micro Public Sector, about: - Understanding the public sector - Cisco’s role in public sector technology - How technology has changed in the l...

Cisco and AT&T have a long-standing partnership built around delivering solutions their customers truly need and value. Ingram Micro steps in to help get those solutions in the right hands at the right time.  Shelby Skrhak speaks with Bobby Young , sr. technical enablement engineer at Ingram Micro , Danielle Este s, commercialization lead at AT&T Public Sector and Sarah Marshall Nowell , M...

You can achieve your business goals with the proper support, and Ingram Micro has your back. We’re here to help with all your Cisco needs and more. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Ingram Micro Technical Enablement Engineers Daniel Stewart, Christopher Meindl and Robert Young about: Why partner business needs reign above simply selling products How building partner relationships impacts results  The one...

Customer Experience (CX) can be the ticket to hassle-free renewals and improved customer lifecycle experiences. Ingram Micro is here to help you get the most out of Cisco CX every step of the way. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Ingram Micro Category Business Managers Chris Blackwell and John Calhoun about: Why Cisco CX exists and what it achieves  What the Cisco CE Specialization is for  How Ingram Mic...

Don’t let migrating to the cloud intimidate you. Leverage AWS offerings and team up with Ingram Micro. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Casey Piegzik , sr. partner solutions architect at AWS , about: - The definition of the AWS optimization licensing assessment (OLA) - Where Ingram Micro supports the OLA process - Why partners should consider leveraging the OLA To join the discussion, follow us on Twitte...

Ready to adapt faster, work smarter and perform better? You’re in the right place. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Pam Johnson , director, America’s Business Applications Marketing at Microsoft , about: The definition of CloudAscent data The top three differentiating aspects of Business Central How Copilot within Business Central boosts productivity To join the discussion, follow us on Twitter @IngramMi...

You don’t have to go into the AI landscape blind. You can have a comprehensive structure at your back to best navigate new software to achieve the business results you want for your company and end users. Shelby Skrhak speaks with John McNelly, sr. technical enablement engineer, and Joyce Hofman , global director, Artificial Intelligence & Innovation Partnerships, both of Ingram Micro , about:...

You don’t have to wait for a program that integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Dynamic and offers top-tier AI and security from a single console—it’s here. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Pam Johnson , director, America’s Business Applications Marketing at Microsoft , about: Defining Microsoft's Business Central offering Common pain points for SMBs (and how Business Central helps) Key ben...

Microsoft understands the needs of their partners, and the Azure Arc offering provides an ideal bridge to enhanced security, reduced costs, and reduced operational burdens. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Stephanie Brown , Customer Experience Representative, Paul Becker , Sr. Sales Engineer, and Sean Wilson, Sr. Sales Engineer, all of Ingram Micro , about: The definitions of Arc and SPLA (and how they h...

Navigating the AWS ecosystem can be daunting. With the AWS Accelerated Development Program—funded by AWS and Ingram Micro—partners don’t have to do it alone.  Shelby Skrhak speaks with Tad Davis , growth solutions advisor at Ingram Micro , about: How the AWS Accelerated Development Program operates Who the AWS Accelerated Development Program is for What the time commitment looks like for partners...

Cybersecurity is a constant game of iteration, adaptation and innovation. Don’t let your system get left behind—stay on top of what’s new, and remember the bad actors are learning just like you.  Shelby Skrhak speaks with Luis Palacio , Director, OT Channels at Fortinet , about: The definition of operational technology (OT) Insights from Fortinet’s annual OT report Best practices for addressing ke...

For the first time in 22 years, Cisco is making significant changes to their partner program. They went into more detail at the recent Cisco Partner Summit, and it looks like Cisco partners are in for a different type of collaboration. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Bobby Young , Sr. Technical Enablement Engineer at Ingram Micro , about: How the Cisco Partner Summit supports partners How the Cisco Part...

Cybersecurity is more than just backup and recovery—it’s also business continuity and finding effective ways of keeping data secure and operations running smoothly.   Shelby Skrhak speaks with Michael St-Jean , global partner business executive at Red Hat , about: How Red Hat supports business continuity How Veeam Kasten ties into OpenShift What partners should know about modern workloads To join...

The cloud isn’t going anywhere. As hyperscalers continue to rise, now is the time to determine where you fit into the cloud landscape and how to best position your services to meet end-user needs. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Laurent Haccoun , category business manager modern infrastructure solutions, Darryl Oliver , director, global cloud portfolio development and Anastasia Quinn , senior program ma...

Partners are in good hands with Cisco’s consistent attention to detail and constant innovation and that includes their Partner Specializations resources. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Bobby Young , Sr. Technical Enablement Engineer at Ingram Micro , about: How Partner Specializations support end users Why Cisco shifted from Architectures to Partner Specializations How Cisco Black Belt Academy fits int...

Microsoft is staying on top of streamlining business operations with Copilot and Microsoft Business Central, designed for momentum-based workflows and saving time without losing quality. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Pam Johnson , director of partner marketing at Microsoft , about: Basic Microsoft Business Central functions What Microsoft Business Central means for partners How Copilot works with Micr...

Retailers and customers are spoiled for choice when it comes to customer experience. The tricky part comes when deciding what options make the most sense, as well as when and where they best fit. Devaughn Bittle , Patrick Cash , and Kevin Fraser chat with Eric Hilton , regional portfolio manager—North America at Zebra Technologies , about: What it means to build the modern store The three pillars...

To get the most out of a solution, you need to understand its capabilities. To understand its capabilities, you need a knowledgeable guide. To get a knowledgeable guide, you need Ingram Micro’s CARE program. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Chris Heinrich , technical adoption executive, and Jason Kennedy , sr. customer success account executive, both of Ingram Micro , about: The importance of customer su...

In these times of economic turmoil, small businesses need all the help they can get. Star Micronics is on the case to provide efficient, reliable support to help partners streamline their operations. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Kate Orara , partner development manager at Star Micronics , about: How Star Micronics has evolved over the years  How resellers can help end users during inflation The benef...

It can be intimidating to dig into a new automation solution, but through Red Hat, you can learn Ansible in an afternoon, and rest assured you’re in good hands. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Cameron Skidmore , global partner solution architect at Red Hat , about: How Red Hat forged a path of innovation The definition of Red Hat’s Ansible Automation platform for enterprise Why anyone can learn to use A...

AI is the topic on everyone's mind. Even with the seemingly push-button applications making the rounds these days, if you want to contribute to the landscape, it’s crucial to learn what’s under the hood.  Shelby Skrhak speaks with Wes Urquhart , solution architect at Red Hat , about: How Red Hat aims to democratize AI  Why time and training are still important elements The importance of allocating...

Creating a frictionless experience is the cornerstone of many customer experience tools and processes. With support from companies like Cisco and Ingram Micro, that goal becomes a reality. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Kristin Travis , sr. category business manager at Ingram Micro, Patrick Dempsey , distribution services and software manager and Eric Cieplinski , renewals manager U.S. distribution, bo...

Cybercrime continues to flourish, and the answer isn’t always more gadgets—it takes education, collaboration and a willingness to band together in large numbers to fight for a common goal. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Derek Manky , vice president of global threat intelligence sales at Fortinet , about: The definition of collaborative disruption in cybercrime How Fortinet supports cybersecurity educat...

Flexibility can be worth its weight in gold when searching for a worthwhile environment management solution—Fortinet’s FortiFlex could be the answer. Devaughn Bittle , Patrick Cash and Kevin Fraser chat with John McDonough , senior cloud architect, and James Lumley , senior director of marketplace & ecosystem alliances, both of Fortinet, about: What Fortinet’s FortiCloud offering entails How F...

The switch to virtual can take many forms, but the core of any tech transition remains the same—be clear, keep it simple, don’t forget to celebrate the wins, etc.—and Red Hat is here to support a smooth transition. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Evong Chung , senior director of global ecosystem technical sales at Red Hat , about: How customers are responding to virtualization The use cases of Red Hat O...