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TEConnect is the podcast that tackles the news, trends and technologies impacting the IT reseller channel, software companies and hardware manufacturers. Hosted by John Martin & Dean Reverman. Tell us what YOU want to hear about @TEConnectPod on Twitter or email teconnect@bluestarinc.com
Episodes
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Retail Digital Signage Survey - Opportunities Abound
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
We're sifting through the data from another BlueStar Nation end-user survey (sponsored by Samsung): 125 retailer leaders shared their concerns, expectations, and perceptions about deploying digital displays. Why aren't they utilizing it? How would they if they did? Are their cost expectations accurate? Who do they think would be responsible for purchasing, maintaining, and managing content? It's an episode filled with data to help YOU find and win business.
#VARValue - Dean's takeaways as a former digital signage reseller.
TEConnecting with us:
Dean - Boston Dynamics = Cyberdyne Systems?
John - NASA beams a cat video via laser
Keep in Touch!
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
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Sponsored by:
Elo M60 Mobile POS
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
TEC Bytes 15 - Trying to Make TEC Happen
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
We’re covering six more topics in technology, business, entertainment, and more!
Topics Discussed:
- MIT’s 10 Breakthrough Technologies for 2024
- US companies that failed in China
- 50 years of video game revenues
- Most popular apps by downloads
- LinkedIn for dating?
- CES 2024 (and this article)
TEConnecting with us:
Dean - "Shotski" record
John - Strike Force Five podcast
Keep in Touch!
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
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Thursday Feb 01, 2024
MSPs & VARs – Bridging the Gap w/SD Tech’s Shane Mishler
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
VARs and MSPs can sometimes be represented as operating in two different, siloed segments of the B2B technology market, but in a world where “one source” partners and consultants are more valuable than ever, collaboration is the future. This week, we’re joined by Shane Mishler, VP & COO of SD Tech, an MSP that’s already doing just that. How does Shane equate tech consulting to a construction project? How do MSPs handle requests that are outside of their scope? What emerging tech are his clients asking about?
#VARValue - How can VARs develop better mutual relationships with MSPs?
TEConnecting with us:
Shane - Samsung "Ballie"
Dean - Thwarting deepfake photos w/camera tech
John - The Nintendo Switch (and Breath of the Wild)
Keep in Touch!
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
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Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Parking Management Technology w/OmniQ's John Whiteman
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Finding a parking place has been a struggle as long as there have been motor vehicles. That’s especially true in big cities, at sporting events, entertainment venues, airports, and anywhere else that must accommodate large numbers of drivers. This week on the pod, OmniQ’s John Whiteman walks us through the technology that’s simplifying parking for drivers, garage/lot owners, and operators. How has AI changed parking technology? What hardware opportunities can VARs find with parking solutions? What are the benefits and recurring revenue? It’s the episode that just wants to get to the big game on time!
#VARValue - Where should VARs interested in parking opportunities begin? Who should they speak to, how would OmniQ fit into the process, and what do they gain by working with you?
TEConnecting with us:
John W - Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson
Dean - Nuclear fusion enters "new era"
John - Hangover free beer
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
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Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Smart Fit Technology w/Fit:match’s Haniff Brown
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
We’re kicking off a new year of the podcast by exploring a topic that most of us have struggled with at some point--finding the right “fit” for our clothes--and some cool new tech that’s tackling the problem and improving apparel retailers’ bottom line in the process. We’re joined by Intel partner Fit:match’s Founder & CEO Haniff Brown. Fit:match uses “3D shape mapping” to match shoppers to a similar digital twin and allow retailers to recommend the best fit and styles for that body type. How does it work? Where did he see a need? How does this technology mitigate returns issues? What’s the hardware angle? It’s the episode that just wants all of their shirts to fit the same.
#VARValue - What are you looking for in the reseller channel and from VARs? What will they get from partnering with you?
BlueStar Nation Survey - Retail Returns Management: https://nation.bluestarinc.com/articles/end-user-survey-returns-management-the-cost-loss-tools-and-approaches
TEConnecting with us:
Haniff - OpenAI drama
Dean - Jupiter jetstream
John - Data center waste heats homes
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
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Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Star Wars Nerdfest – Episode IV
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Another year of the podcast is closing out, so it must be time for the annual Star Wars episode! Sam & Marko join us to talk about the latest news for the franchise, including new movies, Dave Filoni’s promotion, and the end of Disney’s Galactic Starcruiser. We recap season 3 of The Mandalorian and the first (only?) of Ahsoka before John & Sam pitch why fans should check out the Rebels animated series. Finally, we share our favorite Star Wars weapons and spicy takes on the franchise that could bring down certain members of the fandom on us.
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas (or spicy takes!) - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
Follow BlueStar on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star/
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Sponsored by:
Zebra RS6100 Ring Scanner
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Tech Trivia – Pop Culture Edition
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
We have an all-star lineup for the latest round of Tech Trivia. Dean defends his recent crown (from episode 150) against two-time champion Whitney Gerrety, Sarah Schlueter, and Sam Hughes. They’ll tackle three rounds of increasingly difficult questions and have a few laughs on the way. Who stayed up late making costumes? Who comes from behind to tie for the lead? What does Sarah think is a Pixar film? Is John the real winner? It’s the episode that required more editing than usual…mostly because of Sam.
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
Follow BlueStar on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star/
Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe
Sponsored by:
Elo Wallaby Pro
Zebra Pay - More Info & VAR Webinar
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
TEC Bytes 14 – TEC the Halls
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
We’re kicking off three weeks of fun eps to conclude our year. First up, more TEC Bytes…random stories, lists, and observations to discuss and debate around the watercooler, at a holiday party, or with that family member who still gives fruitcakes as presents.
Topics:
- Top Hotel Bars
- Better thinking skills for kids
- The average “global human day”
- American views on marriage & family
- The world’s population as 1000 people
- American sleep habits
- Word of the year
- Best inventions of ‘23
Our Favorite Tech Christmas Gifts:
Dean - Boss Drum Pad
John - Fisher Price Record Player
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
Follow BlueStar on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star/
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Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Smart Stadium Technology w/Elo’s Raimon Chikhani
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Live sporting events are still very popular, but the expectations of an attendee have grown a bit beyond “I want to see my team win.” Fans want an experience, and venues want them to stay (and pay) for as long as possible. Technology is becoming a big part of those experiences, so we wanted to explore the potential opportunities for VARs. Elo’s Raimon Chikhani has the insights to help! Why is attendance near or above pre-COVID levels at stadiums? How are younger generations approaching sporting events? How does legalized sports betting change the live experience? Where does digital signage, in particular, enable smarter stadiums? It’s the episode that just wants to focus on the game.
#VARValue - Tell us about how Elo is helping make stadiums “smarter” and more exciting for fans.
Referenced Articles:
Generational Trends for Immersive Sporting Events
TEConnecting with us:
Raimon - Mobile devices for QSR & retail
Dean - LA home for sale...with meth lab!
John - Repurposing wind turbines
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
Follow BlueStar on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star/
Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe
Sponsored by:
Elo Edge Connect
Zebra Refresh the Base
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Chronic Care, RPM, In-Home Tech & More w/JoAnna Witting
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
As we wrap up National Diabetes Month, we talk to BlueStar's Healthcare BDM, JoAnna Witting, to discuss how technology can assist healthcare providers with managing chronic conditions, impact public health, and improve patient outcomes. How do virtual care and remote patient monitoring help rural and underserved communities? What solutions make in-home and visiting nurse services more manageable, accessible, and safer? Where can VARs find new opportunities with healthcare providers?
#VARValue - How does BlueStar help VARs find and win new opportunities in healthcare?
TEConnecting with us:
JoAnna - Drones
Dean - Eye-scanning AI
John - Taylor Swift/Jets SEO conspiracy
Talk to us!
X/Twitter - @TEConnectPod
Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com
Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/us-en/landing-pages/podcast-topics.html
Follow BlueStar on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star/
Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe
Sponsored by:
Elo M60 Mobile POS