
Welcome to The CDW UK OCTOpod, your go-to source for the latest technology innovations. In each episode, experts from CDW and our trusted partners explore hot topics like Generative AI, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, Service Optimisation and Modern Work.
Backed by CDW’s Office of the CTO, we dive deep into trending tech, break down the news you need and provide actionable insights to apply right away. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply curious about the digital world, OCTOpod will help you harness technology to drive growth in today’s fast-evolving landscape.
All thoughts and opinions on this podcast are those of the CDW UK Office of the CTO and provide independent viewpoints.
Episodes
Oct 9, 2024
Oct 9, 2024
16 min
Join Rob Sims from CDW, Richard Cassidy, Field CISO at Rubrik, and Harpinder Singh Powar, Lead Channel SE at Rubrik, as they discuss the shifting landscape of cybersecurity in this insightful three-part series. In Part 1, the team explores the Evolution of Threats, analysing how cyber actors are changing their tactics to stay ahead of defences. In Part 2, they dive into the latest data from the Rubrik Zero Labs report, revealing key market trends and what they mean for organizations. Finally, in Part 3, they provide actionable advice on how to adapt your cybersecurity strategy to better protect against today’s advanced threat actors.
Oct 9, 2024
Sep 26, 2024
Sep 26, 2024
17 min
In this insightful podcast series, Rob Sims teams up with Darren Woollard, Field CTO (UK & Ireland) at Nutanix, to explore the evolving world of multi-cloud environments. In Part 1, they dive into key market trends, tackling questions like whether cloud repatriation is becoming a reality and how soaring M&A activity is shaping cloud strategies. Part 2 focuses on the cutting-edge technologies driving the creation of modern multi-cloud platforms. Finally, in Part 3, they look ahead to the future of the cloud, offering expert predictions on what’s next for businesses navigating this complex landscape. Whether you're in IT or exploring cloud solutions, this series is packed with valuable insights on building a flexible and resilient multi-cloud infrastructure.
Sep 26, 2024
Sep 26, 2024
16 min
In this insightful podcast series, Rob Sims teams up with Darren Woollard, Field CTO (UK & Ireland) at Nutanix, to explore the evolving world of multi-cloud environments. In Part 1, they dive into key market trends, tackling questions like whether cloud repatriation is becoming a reality and how soaring M&A activity is shaping cloud strategies. Part 2 focuses on the cutting-edge technologies driving the creation of modern multi-cloud platforms. Finally, in Part 3, they look ahead to the future of the cloud, offering expert predictions on what’s next for businesses navigating this complex landscape. Whether you're in IT or exploring cloud solutions, this series is packed with valuable insights on building a flexible and resilient multi-cloud infrastructure.
Aug 14, 2024
Aug 14, 2024
17 min
Join Rob Sims, CDW Chief Technologist for Hybrid Platforms, and Dean Martin, EMEA Alliances Director at Dell technologies as they dive into the world of cloud optimization and the transformative power of strategic partnerships. They explore the current state of the cloud ecosystem, sharing perspectives on navigating its complexities and leveraging collaboration for a more efficient, scalable, and effective cloud strategy.
Part1 - Optimising the cloud journey
Part 2 - Solutions that unlock cloud potential
Part3 - Why Dell and Universal Storage
Aug 14, 2024
Aug 14, 2024
13 min
Join Rob Sims, CDW Chief Technologist for Hybrid Platforms, and Dean Martin, EMEA Alliances Director at Dell technologies as they dive into the world of cloud optimization and the transformative power of strategic partnerships. They explore the current state of the cloud ecosystem, sharing perspectives on navigating its complexities and leveraging collaboration for a more efficient, scalable, and effective cloud strategy.
Part1 - Optimising the cloud journey
Part 2 - Solutions that unlock cloud potential
Part3 - Why Dell and Universal Storage
Aug 14, 2024
Aug 14, 2024
13 min
Join Rob Sims, CDW Chief Technologist for Hybrid Platforms, and Dean Martin, EMEA Alliances Director at Dell technologies as they dive into the world of cloud optimization and the transformative power of strategic partnerships. They explore the current state of the cloud ecosystem, sharing perspectives on navigating its complexities and leveraging collaboration for a more efficient, scalable, and effective cloud strategy.
Part1 - Optimising the cloud journey
Part 2 - Solutions that unlock cloud potential
Part 3 - Why Dell and Universal Storage
Jun 20, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
10 min
In this three part series, CDW Chief Technologist, Rob Sims, sits down with Kyle Davies, Head of the Office of the CTO at CDW, to discuss Kyle’s recent experience at HPE Discover. Together, they unpack the latest innovations, key takeaways, and emerging trends from the event including HPE Private Cloud AI, HPE Hypervisor Capability and some under the radar updates.
