Best ISG Podcasts (2024)

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161: ISG, Fox and Gipave 48:47

29m ago48:47

48:47

In this episode Bishop & Taylor discuss the collapse of ISG, the rise and sale of Fox Brothers, and National Highways’ trial of graphene-enhanced asphalt.By The Construction Index

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Making smart VPN recommendations for customers 30:50

41m ago30:50

30:50

Tony Anscombe, global security evangelist at ESET The virtual private network is a tried-and-true part of many companies’ approach to both remote access and security. So what do solution providers need to know about VPN technology today? How can you recommend and implement the best solutions for your customers, and make sure they are secure and sta…

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What MSPs need to know about cyber insurance today 34:13

7d ago34:13

34:13

Stephen Nichols, director of solution engineering for Acronis As ransomware and other attacks have become ubiquitous, so has cyber insurance as businesses try to ensure they’re covered if the worst should happen. However, insurance companies are loathed to lose money, meaning that MSPs and their customers must stay on their toes to stay protected. …

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160: The Grenfell Inquiry report 46:29

8d ago46:29

46:29

Bishop & Taylor discuss the findings, and recommendations, of phase two of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.By The Construction Index

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159: 50 Days of Starmer, Sad Ends and Providence for Providence 49:21

23d ago49:21

49:21

Bishop & Taylor discuss the first 50 days of Kier Starmer’s prime minstership, the demise of two very different organisations – Women into Construction and Hypertunnel – and the appeal court ruling on Providence v HexagonBy The Construction Index

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158: M&A upswing, Picking leaders and Footbridges (Pt II) 48:49

2M ago48:49

48:49

Bishop & Taylor discuss this year’s tide of merger & acquisition activity, the appointment of Pete Redfern at Travis Perkins and National Highways’ footbridge design competition. But they start with an update on last episode’s discussion on AdBlue.By The Construction Index

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157: All Change, AdBlue and the Ava Bridge 48:15

2M ago48:15

48:15

In another typically wide-ranging episode, Bishop & Taylor discuss what we can expect from the new government, problems with AdBlue and the latest addition to Network Rail’s footbridge catalogueBy The Construction Index

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156: Supreme Court spanner in the works, Blue hydrogen and the 6,000-tonne crane 53:40

3M ago53:40

53:40

In a football and election-free zone, Bishop & Taylor discuss the implications of the Finch v Surrey CC Supreme Court judgment, the flawed credentials of certain hydrogens and Mammoet’s massive new flagship machineBy The Construction Index

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155: Election lobbying, Red7 Marine and Chatham Docks 51:09

4M ago51:09

51:09

After airing views about construction industry lobbying, Bishop & Taylor decide to park the politics. Taylor has been talking to an interesting SME, while Bishop has been following the battle for Chatham Docks.By The Construction Index

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154: Election fever, International trade and Forever chemicals 48:43

4M ago48:43

48:43

Bishop & Taylor discuss how construction industry interests may or may not figure in the main party manifestos. They also discuss the UK’s entry to an Indo-Pacific trade bloc and why machinery manufacturers fear restrictions on the use of ‘forever’ chemicals.By The Construction Index

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153: The Construction Skills Crisis 37:52

4M ago37:52

37:52

Bishop & Taylor are joined by recruitment consultant Greg Shaw, Randstad’s London regional director, to discuss the construction industry jobs market and the future of the industryBy The Construction Index

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How Ingram Micro’s configuration centre adds value to Lenovo ISG products 11:51

5M ago11:51

11:51

In this special bonus episode of the podcast from Ingram Micro Canada, Lenovo Canada’s Bill Tirpkos interviews Ingram’s Ayon Khan and Roger Silvestre about the relationship between the vendor and the distributor, and how Ingram adds value to Lenovo’s data centre lineup. Tune in to find out what partners can get from the configuration centres at Ing…

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Ep.8 | Unleashing the Power of Lenovo ISG: A Deep Dive into the Ingram Micro Solutions Centre 33:08

4M ago33:08

33:08

In this latest Ingram Micro Business & Technology Solutions episode, Bill Tirpkos sits down with industry experts Ayon and Roger to discuss the cutting-edge capabilities of Ingram Micro’s Solutions Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. This episode dives into the comprehensive services offered by Ingram Micro for Lenovo ISG products, delivering v…

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152: The Downfall Episode: Osborne, Yousaf and Honda Swindon 56:06

5M ago56:06

56:06

In this episode Bishop & Taylor mourn the demise of Geoffrey Osborne Ltd. They also discuss how missing green targets brought down Scotland’s first minister. Also examined are demolition projects featured in the May 2024 issue of The Construction Index magazine: Honda’s Swindon plant and a bridge over the M25 at Wisley.…

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151: Could Truss be right? 50:53

5M ago50:53

50:53

Britain’s briefest prime minister has a book out this week and Bishop & Taylor discuss some of the things that she’s been saying. Even a stopped clock is right twice a day, they decide. So what might Liz Truss be right about? Also in this episode, checking consultants’ credentials and Taylor’s adventure in artificial intelligence.…

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Security fameworks and managed services 28:35

6M ago28:35

28:35

Stephen Nichols, director of solution engineering for Acronis They can guide and shape your security practices and services, ensure you’re on the right side of regulation and governance, and help you sell higher-margin security services. Frameworks like NIST can do a lot for MSPs. Stephen Nichols, director of solution engineering for Acronis, joins…

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150: (Im)mobile Cranes, London Supersewer and MMC Review 51:39

6M ago51:39

51:39

Bishop & Taylor discuss the increasing difficulties endured by mobile crane hire companies faced with road embargos. They celebrate the completion of construction of the Thames Tideway tunnel (and hope it stops rowers vomiting). And they wonder what housing minister Lee Rowley’s MMC policy review might throw up.…

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149: Killer Materials, Dubious Contracts and National Security 51:08

6M ago51:08

51:08

In an unusually wide ranging episode, Bishop & Taylor cover crystalline silica, plastic pipes, the Lower Thames Crossing, the A66, the Daily Telegraph (is it really more important to national security than nuclear power?) and stress-inducing questions.By The Construction Index

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Backup strategy for managed services 27:16

6M ago27:16

27:16

Tony Anscombe, global security evangelist at ESET Backups. Not a super-sexy topic of conversation, but when you or your clients have been breached, they can be a lifesaver. So this week, we’re having a chat with frequent podcast guest Tony Anscombe, global security evangelist at ESET, about the strategy behind backing up. We discuss: how backup fit…

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148: Budget Special 21:07

7M ago21:07

21:07

Bishop & Taylor are joined by Dr David Crosthwaite, chief economist of the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS), to discuss Jeremy Hunt’s spring 2024 budget statement.By The Construction Index

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147: Decarbonising construction machinery 31:48

7M ago31:48

31:48

Bishop & Taylor are joined by L Lynch Plant Hire joint managing director Merrill Lynch to discuss reducing construction’s diesel consumption.By The Construction Index

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Consultant Focus Let’s Talk: Large Scale Commercial Projects 35:17

7M ago35:17

35:17

Rob Conway is joined by Richard Venga, Business Manager – Engineering Solutions at Mitsubishi Electric, for a discussion on the challenges facing HVAC Consultants and Specifiers when designing heating, cooling and ventilation solutions for large commercial buildings. Richard discusses the legislation and initiatives driving the changes in the way w…

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146: Planning reforms, National Highways probe and Nuclear safety breaches 44:33

7M ago44:33

44:33

Bishop & Taylor explore the disconnect between attempts to remove red tape for house-builders while simultaneously burdening them with ever-greater levels of bureacracy. They also discuss news from a couple of regulatory authorities: the Office of Rail & Road is investigating the deteriorating performance of National Highways; and the Office for Nu…

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145: Anglia Square, Prefab woes and Measuring carbon 49:25

8M ago49:25

49:25

In this episode, Bishop & Taylor hear from Bob Weston about why he had to scrap his £300m Anglia Square development in Norwich. They also discuss a House of Lords report that damns government’s lack of strategy for prefab housing. And they ask whether carbon measuring rules need to be dictated by government, as proposed by a coalition of industry i…

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Avaya Canada chief Robertson on innovation, hybrid work, and more 21:46

8M ago21:46

21:46

David Robertson, managing director and president of sales at Avaya Canada Avaya Canada had a big year in 2023 and is gearing up for 2024. David Robertson, managing director and president of sales for Avaya Canada, joins us on this edition of the podcast to discuss how the Canadian organization fits into the company’s overall view, innovation and in…

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144: The Rudi Klein Manifesto 47:58

8M ago47:58

47:58

Bishop & Taylor are re-joined by Rudi Klein, perhaps the construction industry’s most seasoned campaigner for change. He shares his opinions on the need for industry reform and encourages listeners to take the opportunity of this year’s general election to lobby their local candidates.By The Construction Index

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Illnois Soybean Association on KICD Radio 7:23

8M ago7:23

7:23

Stephanie Porter speaks about Better Beans and Soybean Summit with KICD Radio in Spencer, Iowa.By ISA

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Leadership change at Ingram Micro Canada 20:11

8M ago20:11

20:11

Tyler Coughlan, chief country executive at Ingram Micro Canada The new year brings new leadership at Ingram Micro Canada. The distributor has introduced Tyler Coughlan, formerly a sales leader with the company, as its new chief country executive for Canada as longtime former Canadian boss Bill Brandel heads back to the U.S. to lead go-to-market in …

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Cyber security year in review and look ahead with ESET’s Tony Anscombe 31:34

8M ago31:34

31:34

Tony Anscombe, global security evangelist at ESET It was a banner year for ransomware, but is it going under the radar more than in years past? Is cyber security insurance a net good or evil force, and why? And why are managed services around security set to increase? We kick off the podcast for 2024 as we’re joined by Tony Anscombe, global securit…

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143: Milne down, Neurodivergence and Rebranding Artex 41:30

9M ago41:30

41:30

Bishop & Taylor kick off 2024 mourning the demise of Stewart Milne Group. They also consider the apparent preponderence of neurodiversity within construction project management and discuss the rebranding of Artex.By The Construction Index

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41: Trends Shaping the Managed Services Market 32:44

9M ago32:44

32:44

Join Steve Hall and Stanton Jones, an ISG Distinguished Analyst, for the last episode of Imagine Your Future for 2023, as they unpack key trends shaping the managed services market. As demand for outsourcing went from strength to strength in 2023, discretionary spending experienced downward pressure. Hall and Jones explore what was driving these ph…

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142: Review of the Year 2023 1:10:45

10M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

As the end of the year approaches, Bishop & Taylor look back on some of the highs and lows on which they reported in 2023.By The Construction Index

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40: Back to Basics: The Changing Dynamics of Business Tech 35:39

10M ago35:39

35:39

According to recent data from the ISG Index™, the robust expansion of the cloud services market has slowed down considerably in recent quarters. On the other hand, demand for managed services has reached new highs. It seems that enterprises are returning to the basics of core outsourcing. How can businesses drive operational excellence in this new …

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47: The Autonomous Enterprise: What Is It? And Are We Ready for It? 30:16

10M ago30:16

30:16

In this episode Bots & Beyond host Wayne Butterfield is joined by Doug Shannon, an intelligent automation leader, to discuss the concept of the autonomous enterprise. They explore the role of automation, AI and IoT in creating a cohesive and user-centric business environment. They also discuss the importance of company culture and the need for educ…

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141: Paying the bills, Grenfell’s standing and State aid 59:02

10M ago59:02

59:02

Bishop & Taylor chew over the autumn statement and late paying clients, discuss why Grenfell Tower still stands, and question whether state aid should go to a company owned by Persimmon and Goldman Sachs.By The Construction Index

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Ask ME | About the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard 46:55

10M ago46:55

46:55

The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard, as discussed by David Partridge in this podcast, marks a significant milestone in sustainable building in the UK. This initiative, which David chairs, aims to unify the concept of sustainability in the building industry by providing a clear, measurable standard for sustainable practices. It addresses the u…

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140: Reshuffle, Plant Tech and Hybrid Working 56:44

11M ago56:44

56:44

Bishop & Taylor discuss the latest goings on at Westminster, new applications of digital technology in construction machinery and the revelation that working from home has added a year of delays to HS2 design work.By The Construction Index

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139: Circularity, Piling and Companies On the Edge 46:28

11M ago46:28

46:28

Bishop & Taylor discuss Mace’s proposals to move London construction from mere recycling to the more virtuous state of circularity. They also chat about likely motives for the sale of piling specialist Rock & Alluvium. They conclude with a report that reckons a fifth of UK construction companies are in significant financial distress, and worry how …

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Inside ESET’s new distribution deal with D&H 15:36

11M ago15:36

15:36

Cam Leetham, director of channel sales and alliances for ESET Canada ESET and D&H recently inked a distribution deal to add the security vendor’s products to the distributor’s line card. It’s just ESET’s second distribution partnership in Canada, joining its longstanding agreement with Ingram Micro Canada. Cam Leetham, director of channel sales and…

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39: AI Ethics & Responsible AI Development 32:47

11M ago32:47

32:47

Artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI are swiftly permeating our daily lives. From customer service chatbots to healthcare diagnoses, from writing loan applications to job hiring, the disruption is here. Many believe AI is fundamentally changing the way we do things. But since this premise of large-impact change is widely accepted, the que…

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138: Starmer’s Promises, Infra Planning and Dodgy Ladders (again) 1:00:48

11M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Bishop & Taylor mull over Labour Party leader Keir Starmer’s promise to get Britain building again and the National Infrastructure Commission’s blueprint that might help him. They also return to the topic of dodgy ladders, with new research form the Ladder Association.By The Construction Index

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137: Sunak Hits Reverse 52:44

12M ago52:44

52:44

Bishop & Taylor discuss the cancellation of HS2’s northern section and the prime minister’s policy reversals on net zero targets.By The Construction Index

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136: Killing Diesel with Jo Gilroy 52:43

1y ago52:43

52:43

Bishop & Taylor are joined by Balfour Beatty sustainability director Jo Gilroy for a chat about decarbonising construction machinery and the promise of hydrogen.By The Construction Index

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46: The Path to Effective Automation Governance 27:17

1y ago27:17

27:17

As automation and AI technologies become more sophisticated, how can enterprises ensure that their automations are set up and managed in a way that is not just efficient, but also safe, reliable and aligned with the organization’s strategic goals? The answer is governance. In this episode of Bots & Beyond we delve into the essential aspects of sett…

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135: RAAC, Nutrient Neutrality and Power Tools 57:53

1y ago57:53

57:53

Bishop & Taylor return to the familiar topics of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) and nutrient neutrality, both in the news. Fears of RAAC panels collapsing has prompted the closure of more than 100 school buildings and now more and more building owners are following suit. Rules that prevent houses being built where excessive nutrient …

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