Technology is one of the most important investments an organization will make. In this episode, Larry Meadows from HP joins Rick from DALY to discover the importance of identifying ways to optimize your technology on a fixed budget. With budgets being stretched thin, organizations need to find a return-on-investment. Managing and understanding the needs of your technology fleet won’t just save you money but save you time as well. Larry and Rick breakdown HPs Workforce Experience Platfor...

AI-driven attacks don’t take breaks—and neither should your cybersecurity strategy. In this episode, Rick from DALY is joined once again by Michael Townsend, National SLED Solutions Architect at Barracuda, to dive into the five foundational pillars every organization needs to protect its network. From proactive detection to rapid response and scalable prevention, they break down how Barracuda is helping SLED entities build smarter, stronger defenses—even with limited resources. Discover...

The SLED space is on the brink of a massive transformation. With Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 nearing the end of their support, many organizations risk leaving their tech behind. An outdated system, jeopardizes both security and quality making evolving your operating system no longer an option – it’s a necessity. In the first episode of this season, Rick from DALY speaks with Matias Matias from HP to discuss a massive technological shift for the SLED space. Explore how upgrading to the latest...

For decades, business have relied on paper. But as organizations strive for sustainability and efficiency, paper is getting piled up, crumpled up, and completely outdated. With more people working remotely, digitizing documents is crucial for an organization's success. From offices to the classroom, the evolution of work has caused a big question: Can productivity thrive in a remote environment? This episode of the Technology Pulse features Scott Francis from RICOH chatting with Rick fro...

Technology gives us so much power in the palms of our hands. But with great technology comes an even greater power need. In the education space, the plethora of student devices utilized need full batteries to unlock the full potential of learning. But most school systems don’t have the charging tech infrastructure to meet the challenge. In this episode, Abe Wiley from Jar Systems chats with Rick from DALY on an issue you probably haven’t thought about and the effects it has on students, teach...

Data is a valuable and sensitive resource. Hackers from all over the world are discovering new ways to steal data from organizations. As hackers evolve, so does your network to protect and defend against the latest in cyber threats. But how do you know which program is the best for your defense? In this episode, tune-in to hear Rick from DALY speak with special guest, Edwin Kohler from Extreme Networks, to discuss the intricate parts of understanding a network and how Extreme’s Fabric C...

From the outside, keeping everyone safe can seem relatively simple. However, there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to make sure our public safety professionals are all up to standards. The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) policy is crucial towards ensuring safety organizations are protecting their network along with the public. Rick from DALY speaks welcomes back Sean Georgia from Panasonic with special guest Wes Dobry from Eclypsium in this episode of the Technology Pulse...

The future with artificial intelligence is here. And don’t worry—it’s not like the movies. Instead of taking over the world, AI is helping us learn, grow, and understand our surroundings more than ever. In the SLED market, AI is being used in ways that enhance productivity and evolve the way we do things. In this episode, Rick from DALY speaks with Jerome Gabryszewski from HP about the ever-evolving AI technology that HP and DALY are implementing and utilizing to enhance systems, operat...

Keeping the public safe is a tough job. In an environment that is so unpredictable where anything could happen, the last thing you want is for your technology to break, get lost, or simply not work. Maintaining order and safety with reliable technology and networks has become just as important as patrolling the streets. This episode features two incredible DALY partners, Sean Georgia from Panasonic and Carrie Vaiano from Absolute Security. They speak with Rick from DALY about the ...

There is a common saying that knowledge is power. But the way young people grasp that knowledge is just as powerful. In this technological era, there are so many new ways that knowledge can be gained in schools. Audio is one of those ways. Starting with students in kindergarten all the way to graduation, audio has become a powerful cornerstone of gaining knowledge. This episode will explore the advancements in audio technology with education and how AVID is making a difference. Listen t...

The meeting space is considered a healthy environment for a storm. Well, a brainstorm. It’s an area where ideas are created and things get done. However, without the proper tools in that space, the storm often dies off. The principles of scaling and leveraging your space should be seamless so the ideas can get flowing right away. In this episode, you will hear Rick from DALY and guest Dan Root from Barco as they discuss the importance of having an easy and efficient meeting room and wh...

In the Public Sector, budgets often run thin. So, making sure you’re purchasing quality equipment with an already tight margin is difficult. But how do you differentiate good from bad quality? Doing more with less has never been more important, especially in a public sector that becomes more technologically advanced day-by-day. In this episode, Rick from DALY talks with Anthony Piccioni, VP of Sales for CODi Worldwide. They discuss the importance of variety, quality, and customer servic...

Physical security is a must for any organization, but what happens when you have a site that doesn’t meet requirements for the traditional setup? The lack of cabled network access and power sources have been limiting, and frustrating, for many organizations with remote sites, large campuses, or spaces that are ‘off the grid.’ Until now… In this episode, cyber Patrick DelBuono discusses how Verkada’s new cellular gateway products take physical security to new places and spaces … literally. The...

Audio is a quality that often gets overlooked. However, in education, healthcare, and transportation, audio is crucial for productivity and efficiency. In a technological world, personalized audio in these industries is becoming more and more necessary. The importance of an affordable headset that doesn’t sacrifice quality cannot be overstated. In this episode, you will from hear Mike Logan, the Chief Commercial Officer for AVID Products, and Rick from DALY as they discuss the importanc...

Education over the years has changed dramatically. Technology has become a defining aspect of student learning and when those tools are interrupted due to outages and mechanical issues, the learning process could be halted. The ability to protect, maintain, and strengthen your institutions hardware and software can be the difference between a quality education and a slowed one. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with Justin Windsor, National Channel Director for Public Sector at Zerto, t...

The move from in-person to at-home learning during the pandemic has caused for innovative technologies to enhance education for students, teachers, and parents. The classroom is more digitalized than ever and never before seen access with new technologies has brought learning into a new age. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with John O’Connor, Public Sector Account Manager for Jabra, on how modernized technology is forever changing education. For more information about Jabra,...

For years, public sector organizations have had negative reactions every time they heard the term "managed print services" or MPS for short. They immediately thought about the old 'rip and replace' model that caused more effort and expense than desired. But things have changed drastically, and managed print is worlds apart from where it used to be. In this episode of the Technology Pulse, Rick from DALY chats with Chris DiReda, HP Inc's Partner Business Manager for Print, about why organizat...

When your workplace is everywhere, endpoint security is everything. That's why DALY and HP offer organizations a host of advanced technologies for organizations to secure their endpoint cyber-defenses and protect their PCs and printers. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with James Dobra, Director of Security Solutions, HP Enterprise Security, about HP Wolf Security and its advanced threat containment strategy that combines unique isolation technology with security features to form a for...

In the ever-evolving realm of IT infrastructure, recent events have sent ripples through the industry, particularly impacting public sector organizations relying heavily on virtualization solutions. In this episode, Alan Conboy, Field CTO of Scale Computing, delves into the ramifications of Broadcom's acquisition of VMWare, unraveling the various ripple effects experienced by public sector customers. Whether you're a CIO seeking clarity amidst the chaos or an IT professional tasked with man...

Today's ransomware is not just about the encryption anymore. Bad actors are improving their tactics, which is putting the public and private sector at greater risks for cyber attacks. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with Will Crittenden, Technology Evangelist for Racktop Systems, who discusses the latest (and not greatest) threats facing you and your organization. For more information about DALY, visit https://www.daly.com. Episode Details Host: Rick Ostopowicz, Marketing Guru, DAL...