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1 Retailers Speak! -- Support, mPOS, Payments & More 50:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFinding new opportunities in retail isn't easy. There is a lot of market saturation, a lot of competition, and a lot of technology options. But, it’s also a lucrative industry when you win business, so we want to give you an edge by equipping you with end-user data—actual insights from retailers about their tech in use, wishlist items, and support preferences. Then, we analyze those insights, compile the most relevant data, and give you some suggestions for interpreting it. Thanks to our friends at Elo for sponsoring this survey! Read the full article at BlueStar Nation! Around the Nation: Take advantage of BlueStar's Custom Configuration Services! #VARValue - What would you do with this data as a VAR? Are there any immediate conversations/actions to take? On Our Radar Dean - Is chewing wood good for you? John - The new movie trend? VHS! Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo Pay M100 POS Tablet…
1 Has Pop Culture Ruined the Facial Recognition Market? w/CyberLink’s Terry Schulenburg 54:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFacial recognition has become common for personal mobile devices, relying on our unique biological features for security and access control. However, the technology is still somewhat controversial in the broader business world. Terry Schulenburg with CyberLink, makers of FaceMe , will help us understand the technology, how the controversy is mainly manufactured by film/TV, and the opportunity for solution providers. What industries are embracing it? What is the liability for those who sell it? Learn More about FaceMe during Terry's appearance on ISVs on Tap! Around the Nation: Register for TSC's RFID Encoding Webinar #VARValue - How does facial recognition technology fit alongside the solutions VARs are already selling? When should they engage the CyberLink team, and how will they help you win opportunities? On Our Radar Terry - AI in Hollywood Dean - Bluetooth security issues John - Who is your doctor taking money from? Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo Outdoor Kiosk Solutions…
1 The Human Element of Automation w/Newcastle's Kevin Ledversis & Honeywell's Kelley Wood 58:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSupply chain jobs in warehouses, manufacturing, and delivery are still facing a challenging labor market. At the same time, costs remain high, and consumer demands create more pressure to make, distribute, and deliver products quickly. That’s where automation technology has come in to help, but it’s not a total replacement for people, which makes it essential to understand the human element as well. Today, Newcastle ’s Kevin Ledversis & Honeywell ’s Kelley Wood are sharing their thoughts on the topic. What’s changed about labor post-pandemic? What are supply chain businesses saying about automating their workforce? Is AI a game-changer or a new complication in balancing workforce efficiency and productivity? Around the Nation: Explore Industries & Technologies at BlueStarInc.com #VARValue - Newcastle & Honeywell put a lot of thought into how technology helps and augments people, even as they also lean into automation and AI. How has that helped you grow, and what lessons can VARs take away from your approach? On Our Radar Kevin - Future shopping experiences at NRF Kelley - The ARK robo-kitchen Dean - 2025 predictions...from 100 years ago John - Mining the moon Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo's Quick Ship Program…
1 Restaurant Automation & AI w/Truffle Systems’ Sean McCaughan 51:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLike many industries, automation & AI are finding a place in restaurants, adding to accelerated trends during the pandemic. This week's guest, Sean McCaughan of Truffle Systems , finds it easier than ever to make the case for innovation, but what solutions actually make a difference? How does "reading bus pans" make the case for AI and analytics to reduce costs and minimize food waste? How is Truffle solving the "last three feet problem" in places like hospital cafeterias? It's the episode with 25% less mashed potatoes! #VARValue - Learn about Truffle's GoBox solution and how it can help VARs address a problem that few look to solve. On Our Radar Sean - Quantum computing Dean - Vehicle-launched drones? John - Scientists discover the heaviest antimatter particle Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo Pay 10" Integrated Payment Solution…
1 How to Sell Network & Connectivity Solutions w/iONLINE’s Dave Farquharson & Jim Hilton 1:03:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMobile computing, IoT, AI, RFID, robotics, mPOS…the future of enterprise technology is exciting, to be sure. Still, it’s only as good as the networks connecting these devices and transmitting all that data for analysis and action. Networking and connectivity solutions may not currently be part of your portfolio, but if you desire to be THE trusted provider for your customers, they should be. Today, we’re talking to iONLINE ’s Dave Farquharson & industry vet (now a BlueStar colleague) Jim Hilton to help you understand the connectivity landscape, the importance of multi-carrier interoperability, how to approach selling network solutions, and how to find and win opportunities . Check out our new Connectivity Services site! #VARValue - What is iONLINE looking for in the channel, and how do they help resellers find opportunities, win business, and overcome networking hurdles? Around the Nation: The 2U Tour is coming to a city near you! On Our Radar Dave - Waymo and AI Jim - Robotics Dean - AI couples therapy? John - The "city-killer" asteroid (that's no longer a concern ?) Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo M51 Rugged Mobile Computer…
1 Can Retailers Overcome the Consumer Power Shift? w/Honeywell’s Tony Boncore 1:00:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNot long ago, retailers held most of the power in how consumers found, purchased, and knew about products and services. The internet age, social media, and always-on-hand mobile devices shifted that dynamic in favor of the consumer. Will technology restore the balance of power or allow SMB retailers to compete against the big box & e-commerce giants? Honeywell's Tony Boncore returns to the show to explain. What did he see at NRF? How do AI and mobility tools empower associates to create better customer experiences? Around the Nation: Check out the latest RSPA Retail IT Channel Study and catch Dean on an episode of the Trusted Advisor Podcast to discuss the findings! #VARValue - How is Honeywell leveraging AI for its retail devices? On Our Radar Tony - AI lie detectors Dean - What is a topological cubit? John - An all-AI school curriculum? Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo Pay M100…
The podcast returns with a new name but is committed to the same great topics, guests, and education! This week, we begin with a brief explainer for the name change before reviewing the content topics that had the most attention in 2024. Dean gives us his thoughts on #NRF2025, and we discuss what's been "On Our Radar" since our last recording. Check out ISVs on Tap ! On Our Radar Dean - How often should you wash your towels John - Apple settles Siri lawsuit and video games for mental health Keep in Touch! Email – nation@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo 70-Series Instant Rebate - Available thru June 2025!…
The TEConnect Podcast is now BlueStar Nation! It has the same great content, the same hosts, and new packaging! Each week, John Martin & Dean Reverman explore the hottest trends, emerging technologies, new opportunities, and sales & marketing tips for the specialty IT reseller channel. Hear from experts in AI, RFID, robotics, barcoding, point-of-sale, AIDC, edge computing, automation, digital signage, and so much more. You can watch on YouTube ( @BlueStarInc ), subscribe anywhere you get podcasts, and tell us what you want to hear about on the show! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe…
We’re wrapping up the year (and this podcast iteration?) with another deep dive into Star Wars news, recent projects, and our thoughts on the franchise. We’re talking “Bad Batch” season 3, “Tales of the Empire,” and the now-canceled “The Acolyte.” What’s next for Star Wars? Will we get a new movie in 2026? What do hardcore fans really want? Is Star Wars still fun? We're rebranding as the BlueStar Nation Podcast in 2025!! Let us know what you want to see and hear on the show. Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo M100 & the Elo Pay 22"…
1 RFID in Retail & Checkout w/Zebra’s Eric Malmed & EXO’s Rey Essex 55:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"This is the year of arrival." That's how EXO co-founder Rey Essex responds to the question, "Was this the year of RFID?" Rey joins Zebra's Eric Malmed to help us find new retail RFID opportunities. What industries is item-level RFID applicable for? How does EXO's RFID checkout solution work, and why has it taken off in sports stadiums and large events? #VARValue - Learn about the Zebra/EXO partnership and the joint kiosk solution on display at NRF ’25 in January. Check out (pun intended) EXO's solutions TEConnecting with us: Eric - The Kennedy Space Center & NASA using RFID Rey - Google Notebook LLM Dean - Where do Americans get their news John - Crayola trademarks the smell of their crayons Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Zebra Ready Solutions Elo Edge Connect…
1 A Guide to Video Production with Max Faust 1:17:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedVideo produces 1200% more engagement than text/images only. That makes the medium a valuable tool to extend the reach and interest in your business. This week, videographer and owner of Faust Film , Max Faust, joined us in advocating for video as a "24/7 sales rep." How does video supplement other content strategies? What does a typical video shoot look like, and what misconceptions do businesses have when creating or engaging video services? How can you still utilize video on a budget or novice skills? It's the episode that's got a perfect face for radio. Watch "When Chaos Calls," the film about BlueStar's warehouse automation Max shot Want to utilize Max's talents? https://faustfilm.media/ BlueStar can help, too: Demand Lab Marketing Services Articles/stats referenced Generational YouTube consumption HubSpot - How Video Consumption is Changing #VARValue - What recommendations do you have for resellers wanting to start a video strategy from scratch? Are there best practices or some baseline equipment they should employ if they want to do it in-house? TEConnecting with us: Max - Topaz Labs AI video editing Dean - A sink-cleaning robot John - Watch Memory: The Origins of Alien , currently streaming on Peacock Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo IDS 04/54 Series…
1 TEConnect Replay: Generational Tech Trivia 1:12:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked*We're back with a new episode next week, but if you're looking for something fun to do with family/friends over the Thanksgiving holiday, here's a replay of our 200th episode and some Gen X vs. Millennial/Gen Z trivia!* Wow! 200 episodes! We’ve been doing this for a while, and to mark this milestone, we're taking a break from our usual educational discussions to have some fun with another installment of Tech Trivia. It's Dean versus the younger generations, Sarah Schlueter and Sarah Stenger, in a battle of tech knowledge. Plus, as a special bonus, John & Dean finally do more than make a passing reference to the unofficial TEConnect Podcast film, “Minority Report.” Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe…
1 TEConnect Replay: Food Safety & the Supply Chain w/Jim Hilton 1:03:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked*We're off until December, so enjoy a replay of our episode on traceability in the food supply chain* *Originally released March 28, 2024* Traceability is more important than ever in the food supply chain, as it allows quick and efficient tracking and halting of potential contaminants and foodborne illnesses. This week, food supply chain expert Jim Hilton joins us (in the studio!) to explain the opportunities for VARs. Why are we seeing more recalls? How does the direct-to-consumer market affect the supply chain? What is the FSMA 204 Final Rule, and how will technology help suppliers comply quickly? It’s the episode that wants to know exactly where this salad came from. #VARValue—What conversations should VARs who work with food manufacturers/suppliers have right now to prepare for these changes? TEConnecting with us: Jim - Temperature control/sensors & truck connectivity Dean - AI helps create new antibiotics John - The EU's AI Act Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo I-Series 3 w/Intel…
1 TEC Bytes 19 - Look Upon Our Podcast, and Despair! 1:04:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhat topics are John & Dean riffing on this week? Why some people don't have children A hybrid work A/B test FAA approves air taxis Younger generations are not answering the phone US state name meanings Worst workplace jargon The best TV episodes of all time TEConnecting with us: Dean - Why do plants wiggle John - Watch "Homicide: Life on the Street" on Peacock Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo's Quick Ship Program…
1 What Do 125 Retail Leaders Want Out of POS? [End User Survey] 49:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe're breaking down the data from another one of our #BlueStarNation end-user surveys, this time speaking to 125 retail leaders about point-of-sale. What are the top considerations when buying? What is the preferred OS? What are the biggest challenges? What is on their wishlist for their next solution? Read the full article Register for Elo's Payments & POS Panel Discussion #VARValue - What should a retail VAR do with this info? TEConnecting with us: Dean - Meta AI data center "scuppered" by bees John - How many unused gift cards do Americans have? Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe Sponsored by: Elo Pay 22"…
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