The Cloud Lounge

In this episode, host Zeshan Randhawa sits down with Tidjani Belmansour, Director of the Azure Center of Excellence at Cofomo and Azure MVP, to explore the journey from developer to cloud architect. They discuss the critical role cloud architects play in modern organizations, the challenges they face, and the key skills required to succeed in this evolving field. Whether you’re

In this episode of The Cloud Lounge, host Zeshan Randhawa dives into the power of Adoption and Change Management with Todd Kirk, Associate Vice-President of Solution Advisory at Brainstorm. With 69% of change initiatives failing due to resistance and poor execution, how can organizations turn transformation into a success story? Together, Zeshan and Todd break down the must-have st

In this episode, host Zeshan Randhawa dives into the game-changing highlights from Microsoft Ignite 2024. Hear firsthand insights from Eric Fugere, National Director of Microsoft Programs at MSP Corp, and Michael Lamontagne, Microsoft MVP and co-founder at Entergrade Solutions, as they share live takeaways and what these innovations mean for business leaders navigating the evolving

In this episode of The Cloud Lounge, host Zeshan Randhawa connects with Marty Landry, Head of Strategic & Channel Sales at Field Effect, to explore the rapidly shifting cybersecurity landscape. With cybercrime damages projected to reach staggering levels, the need for effective protection has never been more urgent—especially for small and medium-sized businesses. Discover why Ma

In this episode, host Zeshan Randhawa sits down with Soufiane Ben Moussa, Deputy Director of Technology at Conseil des Ecoles Catholique du Centre-Est (CECCE) to discuss the role of data analytics for K12 organizations and how CECCE has been leveraging data to help students succeed in their education. Together, they dive into the various ways data can be used to identify student ne

In this episode, host Zeshan Randhawa is joined by TJ Walia, the founder of ZenTek Solutions, to explore the concept of building an AI-first organization and its potential to drastically enhance productivity. Together, they delve into what it means to have an AI-first mindset, debunk common misconceptions about AI and productivity, and highlight essential tools and strategies for i

In this episode of the Cloud Lounge, host Zeshan Randhawa is joined by Mark Rye, Managing Director of HLB System Solutions, to delve into the crucial and evolving issue of privacy protection in Canada. As technology advances, organizations are handling more personal information than ever, raising concerns about data security breaches and identity theft. Together, they will explore

AI is not only a powerful tool for software development, but also a source of inspiration and innovation. In this episode of the Cloud Lounge, Zeshan Randhawa talks to Jan Kokott, a senior consultant and AI developer at Softlanding, who shares his insights on how AI is shaping the software industry from a developer's point of view. You will learn how AI can automate and enhance var

This episode dives into how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI are transforming our lives at work and home. Host Zeshan Randhawa chats with Martin Evers, Sr. National Channel Sales Manager at Microsoft, about how businesses are leveraging Azure AI and Microsoft Copilot. You'll also learn about practical AI tools you can use to boost your productivity, whether you're a s

Cyberattacks are a risk that we all have to deal with, no matter how cautious we are. They can harm our image, our money, and our data. In this episode, Zeshan Randhawa and his guest, a cybersecurity expert will share their tips on how to survive a cyberattack, not just avoid it. They will talk about the actions organizations can take to defend themselves from cyberthreats, and how