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The Catalyst by Softchoice

A documentary-style podcast about how IT leaders tackle high-stakes transformations.Each episode weaves together real voices, expert insights, and compelling narratives that reveal universal challenges and practical wisdom.Season 7: "Small Teams, Big Dreams" explores the human stories behind IT transformations—from AI adoption experiments to burnout crises, from toxic job markets to infrastructure decisions that matter. These aren"t polished case studies. These are authentic accounts from IT

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30:58

Microsoft Copilot – a year of transformation:...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/10/17

In this special episode, host Heather Haskin dives deep into the world of AI-driven digital transformation with Rekha Narang, Director of Partner Technology at Microsoft. Rekha provides an inside look at the evolution of Microsoft Copilot, a tool that has transformed how organizations work, collaborate, and deliver results. They explore Copilot’s journey from its launch in November 2023 to its game-changing impact today, as well as the crucial role diversity, inclusion, and partnerships ...

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34:10

Navigating the end of Windows 10: Security, AI, and...

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2024/09/27

Is your business ready for the end of Windows 10, or are you risking being left behind in the next wave of digital transformation? In this episode, host Aaron Brooks is joined by industry experts Cameron Allen from Intel, Kirk Sinclair from Microsoft, and Bryan Rusche from Softchoice for a roundtable discussion on now to navigate the shift to Windows 11. The panel delves into the strategic importance of upgrading, addressing security, hardware readiness, and the impact of AI. They ...

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17:21

What’s next for IT? Looking beyond generative AI

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2024/09/11

In this episode, co-hosts Aaron Brooks and Heather Haskin take a break from the constant buzz around generative AI and ChatGPT to explore what else is shaping the future of IT. From cybersecurity threats in the age of quantum computing to the rising expectation for businesses to become content creators, this mid-season check-in dives into the trends and insights flying under the AI radar. Don’t miss this candid conversation that uncovers some of the key issues transforming the tech world in 2...

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29:05

Building the future of cybersecurity: Insights from...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/08/28

What's it like being at the helm of a security operation that safeguards thousands of businesses worldwide, with new cyber threats emerging every single day? In this episode, host Heather Haskin meets with Raja Patel, Chief Product Officer at Sophos, to uncover the strategies that keep one of the world’s leading cybersecurity companies ahead in an ever-evolving digital landscape. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and relentless, Patel shares his unique approach to building resilient ...

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32:57

Improv for leaders: mastering adaptability and...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/08/14

What if the key to becoming a more dynamic and effective leader lies not in boardrooms or business school – but on the improv stage? In this episode, host Aaron Brooks and guest Stephanie Malek, Corporate Director and Production Manager at Bad Dog Theatre, delve into how the unexpected world of improvisation holds transformative lessons for business and IT leaders. Tune in to learn how to bring the spontaneity and creativity of improv into your leadership style, helping you navigate the ...

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28:39

Leading from afar: Strategies for success in a remote...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/07/31

Can a leader effectively inspire and drive success without being physically present? As tech giants like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Apple mandate a return to the office, this question is top of mind. In this episode, host Heather Haskin interviews Angela Cope, the Director of Demand Generation at Softchoice, about her life as a remote leader amidst this wave of return-to-office mandates. From her home in rural Nova Scotia, Angela shares her unique perspective on leading from afar. Discove...

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14:46

Bonus: After the outage

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/07/23

In this special bonus episode of The Catalyst, host Heather Haskin welcomes Greg McDonald, Senior Solutions Architect at Softchoice, to discuss the recent CrowdStrike outage that disrupted businesses globally. They focus on actionable steps business leaders and IT professionals can take to enhance their resilience against future incidents.What You'll Learn:Immediate steps businesses should take in response to the outageKey prevention strategies to avoid similar disruptionsThe benefits of havi...

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32:23

Untangling SaaS sprawl: strategies for efficient and...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/07/17

Across organizations, every team is driven by the desire to innovate and perform, adopting its own set of SaaS tools to help drive growth. But without a centralized strategy, suddenly you’re faced with mounting costs, redundant software, and security vulnerabilities. On today’s episode, co-host Aaron Brooks meets with John Harden, Director of Product SaaS Management at Auvik, and Raksha Matthias, Director of Software Asset Management Strategy at Softchoice to unravel the complexities of ...

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33:51

The case for open source AI: A conversation with...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/06/12

Brian Stevens is the CEO of Neural Magic and former CTO of Google Cloud.In this episode, Heather speaks to Brian about intersection of AI, open source, and ethical responsibility. Brian shares his insights on the vital role of open source models in fostering transparency, the challenges of navigating AI’s ethical landscape, and the future of responsible development. He discusses why the democratization of AI should be important for business leaders and how to get started with large language m...

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21:33

Bonus: The Catalyst gets clear on Copilot adoption –...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/06/11

What if your team's full potential lay in the hands of an AI assistant that could learn from you, adapt to your needs, and streamline your daily operations? How do you sustain momentum through initial adoption to ongoing optimization? This concern is the focus of the final episode of this miniseries, where we host Kayla Thorpe, Senior Manager for Workplace AI Consulting, and host Braeden Banks delve into the crucial final stages of Softchoice's Microsoft Copilot adoption journey: 'Adopt &...

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18:15

Bonus: The Catalyst gets clear on Copilot adoption –...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/06/04

How do you integrate something like Microsoft 365 Copilot into the everyday workflow of your organization without making a mess of it? That's the question that drives the third episode in this miniseries, which focuses on the 'Implement' phase of the Copilot Adoption Journey with guest Craig McQueen, Vice President of AI Solutions at Softchoice. Craig shares his expertise on how to introduce Microsoft 365 Copilot in your organization, starting with a single group, tailoring the experience, an...

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31:51

“Neural processing units” and AI-on-the-go with Intel...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/05/29

The biggest architectural change to the humble chipset is underway. Its aim: deliver artificial intelligence to the PC. Host Aaron Brooks meets with Cameron Allen, partner account manager at Intel Canada, to get the details. We'll hear about all the reasons Intel is taking this quantum leap toward portable AI, herald the arrival of neural processing units (NPUs), and discuss what all this means for technology and business leaders.Hear Cameron explain the concepts behind NPUs, and how the...

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16:01

Bonus: The Catalyst gets clear on Copilot adoption –...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/05/28

'Look before you leap' is often the difference between success and failure when it comes to adopting a new technology. When it comes to Copilot for Microsoft 365, the importance of assessing your organizational readiness before you implement can’t be overstated.On this episode of this miniseries on The Catalyst podcast, step into the 'Assess' phase of the Copilot Adoption Journey with Matt Vasil, Director of Emerging Technology at Softchoice. We get into the essential preparations for i...

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16:43

Bonus: The Catalyst gets clear on Copilot adoption –...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/05/21

Businesses everywhere taking a good, hard look at Copilot for Microsoft 365 are all wondering the same thing: is it really worth the hype? That's what we're here to find out.On the inaugural episode of this brand-new miniseries courtesy of The Catalyst by Softchoice, host Braeden Banks and guest Jaime Waterfield, Director of Microsoft Category at Softchoice, explore the crucial beginnings of building a Copilot business case for Microsoft 365. Discover the best practices and potential pitfalls...

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33:41

Overcoming leadership shock with Olympic coach Pete...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/05/15

What lessons from elite athletic coaching can empower today’s business leaders? With the summer Olympics just around the corner, we asked Pete Steinberg, leadership consultant and celebrated rugby coach, that very question.He discusses how feedback is the fuel of high performance, in sports and business. Like a rugby coach leading from the stands, the further up the leadership ladder, the less control you have. That's why Steinberg provides strategies for empowering your employees to manage s...

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27:29

The productivity frontier: AI’s role in transforming...

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2024/05/01

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38:24

Power to the people: Eric Champagne, CIO of La Vie en...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/04/17

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Season 6 Trailer

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/04/16

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34:28

5 imperatives for responsible competition when AI is...

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2024/01/05

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35:38

Wearable robots are here to help bridge the labor gap

The Catalyst by Softchoice ·

2023/12/13

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