The CDW OCTOpod

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.

The CDW OCTOpod is a technology podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 69 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The CDW OCTOpod, a technology show with 69 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Devices to decisions: How AI, security, and endpoints are reshaping the Modern Workspace part 2

  Jun 9, 202615 minS4

  In this episode, CDW's Chief Technologist Tim Russell is joined again by Microsoft's Peter Rising to tackle the twin challenges of securing AI and driving real adoption Listeners will get a practical view of how to roll out AI safely, build user trust, and turn pilots into measurable business value. Speakers: Tim Russell, Chief Technologist, CDW Peter Rising, Senior Partner Cloud Solution Architect: Cybersecurity, Microsoft

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  Episode #14

  Devices to decisions: How AI, security, and endpoints are reshaping the Modern Workspace

  Jun 4, 202618 minS4

  In this episode, CDW's Chief Technologist Tim Russell sits down with Microsoft's Peter Rising to unpack what the new Microsoft 365 E7 license and Copilot+ PCs mean for security, productivity, and the way work gets done. Listeners will walk away knowing what's changed, why it matters, and where to start. Speakers: Tim Russell, Chief Technologist, CDW Peter Rising, Senior Partner Cloud Solution Architect: Cybersecurity, Microsoft

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  Episode #13

  AI PC, what will it mean to your organization Part 2?

  Jun 2, 202613 minS4

  In Part 2, Tim Russell from CDW and Matt Haines from Intel move from foundations into real‑world application, helping listeners understand how AI PCs translate into tangible outcomes for IT teams and the wider business. The audience will learn where on‑device AI delivers the most value today, how workloads are shifting between cloud and endpoint, and what this means for productivity, security, and manageability at scale. Tim shares practical guidance on what customers should be planning for across device refresh, user adoption, and operational readiness, while Matt explains how Intel’s platform capabilities particularly around performance efficiency and NPUs - enable these scenarios. Together, they provide a clear, pragmatic view of how organisations can move from AI PC awareness to confident deployment. Speakers: Tim Russell - Chief Technologist - CDW Matthew Haines - Sales Account Director at Intel Corporation - Intel

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  Episode #12

  AI PC, what will it mean to your organization?

  May 28, 202617 minS4

  In this episode, Tim Russell, Chief Technologist at CDW, and Matt Haines from Intel unpack what the emergence of the AI PC really means for organisations today. Listeners will learn how to cut through the hype to understand what defines an AI PC, why on-device AI matters, and how it changes performance, security, and the employee experience. Tim brings the customer and workplace lens, explaining what IT and business leaders should be considering as they modernise endpoints, while Matt shares Intel’s perspective on how silicon innovation is enabling this next shift in computing. Together, they set a clear foundation for how AI PCs fit into device strategy, refresh cycles, and the future of modern work. Speakers: Tim Russell - Chief Technologist - CDW Matthew Haines - Sales Account Director at Intel Corporation - Intel

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  Episode #11

  Why Integrations Keep Breaking — And What Integration Ops Does Differently

  Apr 9, 202632 minS4

  Integrations are meant to connect the business, but too often they become the source of delay, risk and frustration. In this episode of the CDW Octopod, Jaro speaks with Juha and Soroush from ONEiO about the real-world challenges organisations face when systems, suppliers and workflows fail to connect properly and why Integration Ops offers a new way forward. From platform wars and siloed accountability to AI readiness and managed outcomes, this episode explores how businesses can move beyond one-off integration projects and adopt a lifecycle approach that is faster, clearer and easier to manage. If your organisation is struggling with fragmented tools, slow onboarding, legacy integrations or unclear ownership, this episode will give you a practical new lens on the problem.

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