Overview:
In this episode of the SMB Community Podcast, hosts Amy Babinchak and James Kernan dive into how IT professionals can leverage the end-of-life schedules of Microsoft Windows 10 to generate new business. This week, they emphasize the importance of planning and maintaining a regular upgrade schedule for client systems to avoid issues and ensure security.
The conversation also touches on the impact of drone deliveries in dense areas and the evolving landscape of remote meetings, with a particular focus on Zoom's declining market share. The team also explores the necessity for MSPs to obtain CMMC certification to maintain government contracts, and the ongoing trends in mergers and acquisitions within the market. James and Amy also announce the start of a new series focused on exploring productive AI tools. Check out the chapter markers below for more!
Chapter Markers:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:47 MSP Question of the Week: Windows 10 End of Life
05:52 The Drone Dilemma: A Look into the Future
08:57 Zoom's Market Share and Meeting Fatigue
18:41 Mergers and Acquisitions in the IT Market
20:42 CMMC Certification and Government Business
26:17 Cool AI Tools: A New Series
28:17 Conclusion
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