Future Ready with Bechtle

Technology is evolving fast, and so are the ways we work. Future Ready with Bechtle brings together thought leaders, innovators, and Bechtle experts to explore the ideas, trends, and strategies shaping tomorrow’s workplace. From cybersecurity and sustainability to modern office design and smart infrastructure, each episode reveals how businesses can stay agile, connected, and ready for what’s next. 🎧 Subscribe and get future ready with Bechtle UK.

Future Ready with Bechtle is a technology podcast hosted by Bechtle, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Bechtle hosts Future Ready with Bechtle, a technology show with 17 episodes published.

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  Digital procurement and reducing friction | Future Ready with Bechtle

  Aug 4, 202620 min

  Digital procurement and reducing friction | Future Ready with Bechtle Supply chain disruption, rising operational costs and increasing governance requirements are changing the way organisations approach IT procurement. In this episode of Future Ready with Bechtle, host Stephen Harley is joined by Jon Tupper, Digital Business Manager for UK & Ireland at Bechtle, to explore how digital procurement platforms are helping organisations improve efficiency, reduce operational friction and strengthen supply chain resilience. In this episode, we cover: How IT procurement has evolved over the past two decades The growing importance of governance and compliance in procurement Reducing operational friction through digital procurement platforms Managing supply chain disruption and product availability challenges The hidden soft costs associated with procurement processes Balancing digital platforms with human expertise and account management The importance of vendor relationships during supply chain disruption How procurement integrations improve efficiency and control Why marketplaces and ERP integrations are becoming increasingly important The role procurement plays in improving wider business resilience Watch the full episode to explore how digital procurement platforms can improve operational efficiency and reduce supply chain risk: https://youtu.be/Fb6a6eyuxa0 Learn more about Bechtle UK’s digital procurement and e-commerce solutions: https://www.bechtle.com/gb/bechtle-library/bechtle-pillars/services Interested in improving procurement efficiency or reducing operational friction? https://www.bechtle.com/de-en/help-centre #FutureReady #BechtleUK #DigitalProcurement #SupplyChain #Procurement #ECommerce #ITLeadership #DigitalTransformation #BusinessEfficiency #FutureOfWork" The Bechtle Future Ready Podcast explores how technology is transforming the way we work. Hosted by Bechtle UK, each episode features thought leaders and innovators discussing digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, and the modern workplace. Discover insights and strategies to help your business stay agile, connected, and ready for what’s next. Subscribe now and get future ready with Bechtle UK.

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  Episode #15

  Cloud cost optimisation and smarter technology investment | Future Ready with Bechtle

  Jul 21, 20261 minS1

  Cloud cost optimisation and smarter technology investment | Future Ready with Bechtle Cloud platforms promise flexibility, scalability and agility. However, as organisations increase their reliance on cloud services and AI technologies, understanding and controlling operational spend has become a growing challenge for many businesses. In this episode of Future Ready with Bechtle, host Stephen Harley is joined by Kyle Van Der Linde, Senior Azure Consultant at Bechtle UK, to explore the realities of FinOps, cloud cost management and why cloud spend should be treated as a deliberate business decision rather than an uncontrolled operational expense. In this episode, we cover: Why cloud spend is driven by decisions rather than simple business growth The challenges organisations face managing costs at scale The importance of accountability and governance in cloud environments How tagging and cost allocation improve visibility into cloud spend Identifying wasteful and underutilised cloud resources The role of FinOps in managing SaaS, AI and cloud consumption Why continuous optimisation is replacing retrospective cost reviews How organisations can align cloud spend to business value The importance of CFO and CIO collaboration in FinOps strategies The growing impact of AI services and token consumption on cloud costs Watch the full episode to learn how organisations can take greater control of Azure spend and build a more effective FinOps strategy: https://youtu.be/I1lt3qFbeiw Learn more about Bechtle UK’s cloud and FinOps services: https://www.bechtle.com/gb/bechtle-library/bechtle-pillars/services Interested in reviewing your cloud governance strategy? https://www.bechtle.com/de-en/help-centre #FutureReady #BechtleUK #Azure #FinOps #CloudComputing #CloudGovernance #DigitalTransformation #ArtificialIntelligence #CIO #ITLeadership" The Bechtle Future Ready Podcast explores how technology is transforming the way we work. Hosted by Bechtle UK, each episode features thought leaders and innovators discussing digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, and the modern workplace. Discover insights and strategies to help your business stay agile, connected, and ready for what’s next. Subscribe now and get future ready with Bechtle UK.

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  Episode #14

  Quantum computing, Q-day and protecting data for the future | Future Ready with Bechtle

  Jul 1, 202618 minS1

  Quantum computing, Q-day and protecting data for the future | Future Ready with Bechtle Quantum computing has long been talked about as the next major leap in technology. But while many organisations have heard the term, few fully understand what it could mean for security, encryption and the future of protecting critical business data. In this episode of Future Ready with Bechtle, host Stephen Harley is joined by Lee Alesbrook, Hybrid Infrastructure BDM at Bechtle UK, to explore the current state of quantum computing and why businesses need to start preparing now for the impact it could have in the future. In this episode, we cover: What quantum computing actually is and how it differs from traditional computing The current maturity of quantum computing technology What “Q-Day” means for cybersecurity and encryption The risks of “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks Why regulated industries should already be preparing for quantum security challenges The importance of encryption key management and frequent rekeying How organisations can improve long-term protection of sensitive data The role of hardware and software-based encryption solutions Why quantum readiness is a board-level security discussion Practical steps organisations can take today to prepare for the future 👉 Watch the full episode to understand the future impact of quantum computing and what organisations should be doing today to protect their data: https://youtu.be/W0B_Qf54s4g 👉 Learn more about Bechtle UK’s hybrid infrastructure and security solutions: https://www.bechtle.com/gb/bechtle-library/bechtle-pillars/services 👉 Interested in discussing quantum readiness, encryption or long-term data protection strategies? https://www.bechtle.com/de-en/help-centre #FutureReady #BechtleUK #QuantumComputing #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #Encryption #HybridInfrastructure #ITLeadership #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfIT The Bechtle Future Ready Podcast explores how technology is transforming the way we work. Hosted by Bechtle UK, each episode features thought leaders and innovators discussing digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, and the modern workplace. Discover insights and strategies to help your business stay agile, connected, and ready for what’s next. 🎧 Subscribe now and get future ready with Bechtle UK.

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  Episode #13

  Unlocking AI value with Microsoft Copilot | Future Ready with Bechtle

  Jun 9, 202625 minS1

  Unlocking AI value with Microsoft Copilot | Future Ready with Bechtle Artificial intelligence is evolving faster than most organisations can keep up with. But while many businesses are experimenting with AI tools, far fewer are successfully turning that experimentation into meaningful business value. In this episode of Future Ready with Bechtle, host Stephen Harley is joined by Nico Charritton, Director of AI Business Solutions for UK & Ireland SMB at Microsoft, to explore how organisations can move from AI curiosity to real operational transformation. In this episode, we cover: The evolution of generative AI from experimentation into business automation The key differences between Copilot Chat and Microsoft 365 Copilot The growing challenge of “shadow AI” inside organisations Balancing AI innovation with governance, security and compliance The importance of data readiness before scaling AI initiatives Leadership, culture and change management during AI transformation The rise of AI agents and workflow automation across organisations Microsoft’s vision of the “Frontier Firm” and digital colleagues Using AI to unlock growth, creativity and innovation across teams Identifying practical AI use cases that deliver measurable business value 👉 Watch the full episode to explore how organisations can successfully adopt AI and unlock long-term business value: https://youtu.be/Lj1j4f1mUnY 👉 Learn more about Microsoft AI and Copilot solutions with Bechtle UK: https://www.bechtle.com/gb/bechtle-library/bechtle-pillars/services 👉 Interested in speaking with Bechtle UK about AI adoption, governance or Microsoft Copilot? https://www.bechtle.com/de-en/help-centre #FutureReady #BechtleUK #ArtificialIntelligence #MicrosoftCopilot #AITransformation #GenerativeAI #DigitalTransformation #CIO #ITLeadership #FutureOfWork The Bechtle Future Ready Podcast explores how technology is transforming the way we work. Hosted by Bechtle UK, each episode features thought leaders and innovators discussing digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, and the modern workplace. Discover insights and strategies to help your business stay agile, connected, and ready for what’s next. 🎧 Subscribe now and get future ready with Bechtle UK.

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  Episode #12

  Identity Is Becoming the New Front Line of Cybersecurity | Future Ready with Bechtle

  May 19, 202620 minS1

  <p>Identity Is Becoming the New Front Line of Cybersecurity | Future Ready with Bechtle </p><p>In this episode of Future Ready with Bechtle, Owen Lashley, Cybersecurity Solutions Expert at Bechtle UK, returns to join host Stephen Harley discussing why identity has become the new frontline of cybersecurity.  </p><p>85–90% of modern cyber breaches can be traced back to compromised identities.<br/>This means that cybersecurity landscape has shifted from protecting network perimeters to securing identities across cloud platforms. Technologies like multi-factor authentication (MFA) are only the starting point and organisations must take a broader view of identity governance, access cont...

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