TribeTech Weekly WineDown

Join Scott and Nick as they dive into a report released by Salesforce.org about the Non-profit sector. They discuss digital maturity in the Non-Profit sector, how NFPs are evolving, and how they can utilise technology to work smarter and give greater focus to their mission. They also cover:

Every business uses lots of different software, from Microsoft 365 to Adobe Photoshop to social applications like Facebook and Instagram, and all software comes with licensing agreements. But how many businesses really read the fine print?

Following on from last week's episode, Scott and Nick review four more of the key highlights from the CRN Pipeline conference and share how what they learnt can affect your business. In this week's WineDown episode, we discuss: IT challenges with managing & supporting remote working The current state of Digital Transformation Optimise your business with the Cloud Ransomware-as-a-Service & why Cyber Insurance is essential for today's businesses And more! Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/managed-services https://www.tribetech.com.au/cyber-security Talk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contact Subscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown Episode 89

Scott and Nick recently attended the CRN Pipeline Conference on the Gold Coast - a 3 day industry event that provided a number of seminars from industry experts on what key trends are affecting the IT industry. In this week's WineDown episode, we discuss: Why is the IT Industry experiencing Skill Shortages? Is Automation affecting Job Progression? How Fungible & Non-Fungible Tokens Are Changing Businesses Web3 and How it Will Impact Businesses And more! Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/managed-services https://www.tribetech.com.au/cyber-security Talk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contact Subscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown Episode 88

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are revolutionising the way in which businesses work. With programs automating tasks and predicting solutions, tasks may take significantly less time and require much less work than they would prior. The easier it is to satisfy your customer's needs, the greater the customer satisfaction and opportunity to grow your business. In this week's WineDown episode, we discuss:· What is Machine Learning?· Is Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence the same thing?· How can Machine Learning help business?· Privacy concerns with Machine Learning· And more! Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficehttps://www.tribetech.com.au/cyber-securityTalk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedownEpisode 87

In this week's WineDown episode, we look at how IT plays a large role in the NFP sector and how organisations can use it to their advantage. Compared to other industries, technology in the NFP sector is often left behind, yet can have the greatest impact. We cover:

This week's WineDown episode is a quick update on cyber security. What exactly has been happening in the last couple of months? Tune in as Scott and Nick discuss:

In this week's WineDown, Scott and Nick invite special guest Stephen Parker, an expert Business Transformation Advisor at 1visionOT. The three discuss what's going on in today's tech world, how businesses are impacted, and where to go from here.They cover:

As we start on a series of industry focussed WineDown episodes, we thought it'd be a great idea to start talking about the accounting industry. We're discussing how the accounting industry is quickly evolving and how technology plays a large role in these changes!We cover:

In this day in age, we have the luxury of choosing how we communicate both, in and out of the office. With technology advancing each day, meetings and general communications are evolving in front of our eyes. In this week's WineDown, Scott and Nick discuss communication in business and cover:

When we use the term ‘debt', we're not just talking about money. We're talking about other very real forms of debt that most businesses are subject to: technical and operational debt. With EOFY here, it's important to check in and take note of how you're managing everything. Although a busy time of year, this is a perfect opportunity to see how efficient and effective your technical and operational processes are. Is everything 100% running smoothly? Chances are, there's room for improvement where your systems may be holding you back. In this week's WineDown episode we discuss:

Moving your business into the 21st century has become a necessity in order to remain competitive. You can either start from scratch and work with new tech or save your existing software, just updating it with modern enhancements. Either way, some of your primary goals are to improve your processes and improve your customer's experience. Fortunately, Microsoft has just released a game-changing solution: .NET MAUI. In this week's WineDown, we discuss:

If businesses want to be successful, they need to find ways to become more efficient, productive, better than their competitors, and enhance the quality of their offered products or service. In order to do any of that, they need to automate.In this week's episode of the WineDown, Scott and Nick cover:

If there's one thing we're all feeling right now, it's the strain on our wallets!The cost of fuel, interest rates, suppliers, freight, lettuce and has increased. This is happening across the globe and we're heading into a market that we haven't seen in a while.In this week's episode of the WineDown, Scott and Nick discuss:

We're often talking to clients about how they can become more productive and increase efficiencies. From here, there are 2 options: adopt a SaaS solution or develop your own software. Either way, it's important to remember that it's a journey, not a destination.In this episode, we cover:

What is a Zero Day Issue?The term ‘zero day' has been mentioned a lot when discussing recent cyber security issues. While the concept may be well understood in the IT security space, it may not be clear to others. In this episode, we cover:

Is IT Automation Ethical?Following an article published last week in Redmond, Scott and Nick discuss the ethics surrounding automation. Let's say an IT person writes some code to automate most of their role - such that they had very little to do each day - should they still get paid a full wage if they are sitting around? Should they be moved on to more productive work? Where do ethics come into this?Share your thoughts! What role does automation play in your business? In this episode, we cover:- What is IT automation- Automation from a developer's perspective- Automation from a Business Owner's perspective- Advantages of automation - How automation has been used unethically- How automation isn't unethical- The final verdict! Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/projectsTalk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

Have you ever wondered how secure your business really is? In this week's WineDown, we discuss Microsoft's security assessment tool, Microsoft Secure Score, how to discover your risks and how to improve your security. We cover: What does Secure Score do?Uncovering what your risks areUnderstanding the recommendationsWhen to seek advice from a Managed IT Services ProviderHow to get startedBest practices for implementing and improving your security Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficeTalk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

Over the last year, we've seen security grow as a key area of concern for business owners. And this comes as no surprise as online malicious activity is the strongest it has ever been. We have even seen shifts in the types of activities hackers have been doing. Older scams are now making way for newer, easier and more sophisticated forms of cybercrime. In this episode we discuss: Some of the recent cyber criminal activity across the worldThe impact of cybercrime on AustraliansWhy businesses need to be proactive when it comes to cyber securityWhat basic cyber security measures to put in place How Managed IT Providers can help businesses Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficeTalk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

Security is deemed to be the top priority for businesses in 2022. This is up from 2020 when it was listed as third and comes as no surprise given what's happening across the globe.Other key priorities are:• Digital transformation• Client experience (CX)• Applications (either modernising older applications or moving to newer platforms)Over the last couple of years, businesses have been in a ‘protect' phase with a focus on simply keeping their current customers.Now, businesses are moving into a ‘grow' phase whereby they are starting to explore and execute on long-overdue improvements to strengthen their baseline and enable them for future growth.In this WineDown episode, Scott and Nick discuss innovation and how business digital transformation is now a requirement in order to remain competitive.They also cover:• How conversations around IT setups are advancing• The impact IT skill shortages have had on business• Examples of business automation that we experience on an everyday basis...and more!Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services...Talk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

Why do we need to backup data? Why is it important? Whose responsibility is it to protect your data?In recent years, as people and businesses have begun to adopt cloud storage and SaaS solutions, they have become increasingly complacent with backing up their data. Gone are the days when we had memory sticks and external hard drives storing copies of our data. Now, the reliance on those cloud solutions has caused a common misconception that data is protected and backed up by those solutions.Ahead of World Backup Day on 31st March, Scott and Nick are joined by guest-speaker James Bergl, previous Vice President of one of Australia's leading Cloud Backup Providers, Datto, to discuss all things backup.Over a bottle of wine, the three talk about cloud backups, evolving views, where your data may be living, backup versions, and discuss a recent situation that had a great effect on many businesses.Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficeTalk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contact Subscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

Automating your business has proven to have incredible benefits to businesses of all sizes. Whether you're a large corporation or a small accounting firm, automating your tasks and workflow ultimately contribute to your business's success with long-term returns. Join Scott and Nick as they break down what business automation is, the necessary steps to take before automating processes, and all the ways in which your business grows and becomes far more efficient. If you're looking to make great use of your people and resources, listen in to find a lot of helpful tips and tricks to begin transforming the way you work! Learn more: https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/projects Talk to TribeTech: https://www.tribetech.com.au/contact Subscribe to the WineDown: https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown WINE OF THE WEEK This week's wine is a 2019 Steven Vineyard Shiraz, a medium-bodied Hunter Valley style with rich spice, pepper, and berry aromas.

Your data foundations dictate your IT performance, where if you're unstable, you're unable to unlock your business's potential. A large portion of this is having your systems communicating with one another while maintaining security, where cloud-based APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) make this possible. Over this week's glass (or bottle) of wine, Nick and Scott discuss why it's absolutely crucial to have seamless integration between your applications and how this impacts your business operations, regardless of your industry or business size. They also cover: Systems that are crucial to integrate Importance of integrating systems Brief API history and how it's changed the way organisations operate …and much more! Learn more about SecureOffice Talk to TribeTech Today Wine of the week This week's wine is a 2019 Redman Shiraz, a Medium bodied Coonawarra Shiraz that comes at a bargain price.

Most of us have heard the names “Bitcoin” or “Blockchain” floating around but would not be able to accurately explain what it is, how it works or what it even does. This decentralised cryptocurrency has been the talk of the town ever since the 2018 spike in value, which is why it's time to catch you up to speed.In this exciting new episode of the WineDown series, Nick and Scott help clear up some of the confusion by breaking down Bitcoin and Blockchain foundations, movements, costs, cracking the network, and so much more.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss the importance of legal agreements when working with Managed IT Service Providers.If you're looking for an IT Services company to manage your systems, network, devices etc. it often involves sharing your sensitive company data. Therefore, you need to make sure you have protection in place.That's where legal agreements, such as a Master Services Agreements come into play to protect both you and the MSP. Find out more in today's episode!

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss SaaS/Cloud solution creep and the importance of understanding the role they play in your business.With the ever-growing app market, businesses often find themselves falling into the trap of adopting app after app without fully understanding the impact it has. Not only does this have a financial cost but there are many other factors to consider that we bring to light in this episode.Learn More:https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficeTalk to TribeTech:https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown:https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

In light of National Innovation Day, Scott and Nick discuss what innovation means today and how to apply it to the 4 key areas of your business (Customer Experience, Data, Operations, Collaboration) to give you a competitive advantage.Having won many innovation awards over the years, learn more about some of the real-world solutions they have built for clients across several industries including financial, legal, and manufacturing.Learn more:https://www.tribetech.com.au/services/secureofficeTalk to TribeTech:https://www.tribetech.com.au/contactSubscribe to the WineDown:https://www.tribetech.com.au/winedown

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss business continuity planning and how to do this

Welcome to 2022! In this first episode of the Winedown, Scott and Nick discuss the disconnect between IT providers and businesses seeking to utilize IT as a strategic asset.Listen and learn as we discuss how to go from zero to hero and implement a structured program to go from competed against to competitor

In this episode, recorded at Annata in Crows Nest, NSW, Scott and Nick discuss the current trends in Information technology as we round out 2021,

In this episode, Scott and Nick enjoy a fantastic bottle of wine at Hendriks in Crows Nest and discuss the future of the Web, Web 3.0.

In this episode of the Winedown, Scott and Nick discuss the 5G Mobile network. They discuss how it works, what coverage is there, and how to get access to it.

Continuing our discussion, Scott and Nick discuss the sconed part of the CompTIA IUnsustry trends.

Join Scott and Nick as they discuss the CompTIA Industry Outlook, this time from a pub!

Join Scott and Nick as they discuss Digital Maturity, the use of technology to enhance the competitiveness of your business. By using modern technology you can enhance your business position and continue to compete. Listen as they discuss areas to consider when enabling your business to succeed this decade.

Scott and Nick discuss Wifi6, its implications and chat about whether to upgrade in this non-technical educational session.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss the components of Microsoft 365. What are you missing and where is there value you are paying for?Packed with value, this episode is aimed at businesses who want more bang for their buck from their core technology investment.

In this episode, Scott and Nick attempt to provide a guide on what device to buy, PC, Mac, Tablet, and what specifications to look for.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss whether you need a phone or you can ditch the home and office phone today.Listen if you'd like to know the stats on phones and whether removing the phone is for you!

In this episode of the Winedown, Scott and Nick chat about Windows 11 and discuss a few cool features that they think make the upgrade worthwhile.

Join Scott and Nick as they break down the latest report from the Australian Cyber Incident Center and what that means for you, and how to protect yourself from them!

Join Scott and Nick as they discuss Phone, Email, and Text Scams and what to do to ensure your staff don't fall foul of them

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss the Microsoft Power Platform:Power BIPowerAppsPowerAutomatePowerVirtualAgentsand discuss how this might help your business as a citizen developer.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss how to host and access applications remotely, effectively, and securely.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss automating your quoting process, how you do it and what are the benefits to your business.

In this episode, Scott and Nick discuss whether you should move to the cloud, what it means for your business and predict where businesses will be in the future.

Nick and Scott are joined by James Vickery from Benchmark 365 and we discuss trends about Managed Service Providers and IT in general

Radek Tkaczyk from NetVault joins Scott and Nick to discuss their offerings for universal internet connectivity using Starlink, SpaceX's global satellite internet system.

In this episode of the WInedown, Scott and Nick discuss CRM Systems, what are they, what are they used for and chat about how you could use one in your environment.

Scott and Nick discuss data, how to find it and how to integrate it.