Most acquisitions are messy. Two companies, two cultures, two ways of doing things: and often casualties along the way. 

Sometimes, it goes differently.

In episode 23 of Lifting the Lid, Barry White sits down with Pablo Garcia-Curtis (Group CEO, Softsource vBridge) and Mark Mayo (CEO, The Laptop Company) to talk about what actually happens when you bring 200 people under one company, and why taking time turned out to be the smartest move they made.

If you're a business leader navigating growth, thinking about acquisition, or just trying to build a team that doesn't wants to do the right thing, this episode is worth a listen.

Most acquisitions are messy. Two companies, two cultures, two ways of doing things: and often casualties along the way.&nbsp;
Sometimes, it goes differently.
In episode 23 of Lifting the Lid, Barry White sits down with Pablo Garcia-Curtis (Group CEO, Softsource vBridge) and Mark Mayo (CEO, The Laptop Company) to talk about what actually happens when you bring 200 people under one company, and why taking time turned out to be the smartest move they made.
If you're a business leader navigating growth, thinking about acquisition, or just trying to build a team that doesn't wants to do the right thing, this episode is worth a listen.

Most acquisitions are messy. Two companies, two cultures, two ways of doing things: Sometimes it goes differently.

What Happens After the Deal is Done

Are NZ workplaces keeping pace with the rest of APAC in the new era of collaboration? 

With hybrid work now the norm, organisations across New Zealand are rethinking how people connect, communicate, and collaborate. 

In this episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, Jason MacBride, Regional Director ANZ at Neat, joins Barry White to unpack the latest IDC APAC Team Collaboration Benchmarks Report, revealing how NZ businesses compare with their regional peers and how Neat is paving the way for customers with innovative workplace collaboration solutions that simplify hybrid meetings, enhance inclusivity, and drive smarter, more sustainable experiences. 

Are NZ workplaces keeping pace with the rest of APAC in the new era of collaboration?&nbsp;
With hybrid work now the norm, organisations across New Zealand are rethinking how people connect, communicate, and collaborate.&nbsp;
In this episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, Jason MacBride, Regional Director ANZ at Neat, joins Barry White to unpack the latest IDC APAC Team Collaboration Benchmarks Report, revealing how NZ businesses compare with their regional peers and how Neat is paving the way for customers with innovative workplace collaboration solutions that simplify hybrid meetings, enhance inclusivity, and drive smarter, more sustainable experiences.&nbsp;

How Collaborative is New Zealand Really? 

In this episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, we were joined by Olivia Brown, Group People and Culture Lead at Softsource vBridge for a different perspective on technology. With years of experience leading large technical teams, Olivia sits down with Barry to discuss why workplace success depends on people and culture as much as technology.  

Olivia offers practical insights into how leaders can embrace AI as a strategic asset while protecting collaboration, well being, and the connections that help people thrive.  

In this episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, we were joined by Olivia Brown, Group People and Culture Lead at Softsource vBridge for a different perspective on technology. With years of experience leading large technical teams, Olivia sits down with Barry to discuss why workplace success depends on people and culture as much as technology.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Olivia offers practical insights into how leaders can embrace AI as a strategic asset while protecting collaboration, well being, and the connections that help people thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Beyond Efficiency: Plugging Your People Into Healthier Futures  

What if the key to stronger security is thinking like the threat? 

In this episode, Barry White sits down with SASE Lead Steve Isles from HPE Aruba and Softsource vBridge’s Security Contsultant and Penetration Tester Alex, to explore how attackers are thinking, what defences are failing, and where businesses should focus next. 

What if the key to stronger security is thinking like the threat?&nbsp;
In this episode, Barry White sits down with SASE Lead Steve Isles from HPE Aruba and Softsource vBridge&rsquo;s Security Contsultant and Penetration Tester Alex, to explore how attackers are thinking, what defences are failing, and where businesses should focus next.&nbsp;

Under the Cyber Hood: Think Like a Hacker. Protect Like a Pro.

This is part 2 of episode 15 of Lifting the Lid on Technology, our host Barry White sits down with Lauren Nobbs, Partner Solutions Sales Manager for Copilot Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft ANZ, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the workplace. 

From Lauren's frontline experience working with partners and customers across New Zealand and Australia, discover how businesses are navigating the spectrum of AI adoption – from individual productivity gains to fully autonomous agents managing entire workflows. 

This is part 2 of episode 15 of Lifting the Lid on Technology, our host Barry White sits down with Lauren Nobbs, Partner Solutions Sales Manager for Copilot Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft ANZ, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the workplace.&nbsp;
From Lauren's frontline experience working with partners and customers across New Zealand and Australia, discover how businesses are navigating the spectrum of AI adoption &ndash; from individual productivity gains to fully autonomous agents managing entire workflows.&nbsp;

Deploying AI Agents for the Modern Workforce with HP and Microsoft Copilot Part 2

In our latest episode, host Barry White catches up with Ben Young, Field CTO for APJ at Veeam and former Head of Cloud Products at Softsource vBridge on the future of managing your data with AI. In this episode we cover the role of Security, GPU as a Service and backup data in your journey to AI readiness.

From GPUaaS to Veeam’s new Model Context Protocol, Ben shares what’s shaping the future of data protection, AI integration and cloud infrastructure across the region.

Whether you're planning your AI strategy or rethinking your backup architecture, this episode is packed with timely insights.

In our latest episode, host Barry White catches up with Ben Young, Field CTO for APJ at Veeam and former Head of Cloud Products at Softsource vBridge on the future of managing your data with AI. In this episode we cover the role of Security, GPU as a Service and backup data in your journey to AI readiness.
From GPUaaS to Veeam&rsquo;s new Model Context Protocol, Ben shares what&rsquo;s shaping the future of data protection, AI integration and cloud infrastructure across the region.
Whether you're planning your AI strategy or rethinking your backup architecture, this episode is packed with timely insights.

Beyond Backup to Intelligence: What Being AI Ready Truly Means  

In this comprehensive episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, our host Barry White sits down with Lauren Nobbs, Partner Solutions Sales Manager for Copilot Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft ANZ, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the workplace. 

From Lauren's frontline experience working with partners and customers across New Zealand and Australia, discover how businesses are navigating the spectrum of AI adoption – from individual productivity gains to fully autonomous agents managing entire workflows. 

In this comprehensive episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, our host Barry White sits down with Lauren Nobbs, Partner Solutions Sales Manager for Copilot Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft ANZ, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the workplace.&nbsp;
From Lauren's frontline experience working with partners and customers across New Zealand and Australia, discover how businesses are navigating the spectrum of AI adoption &ndash; from individual productivity gains to fully autonomous agents managing entire workflows.&nbsp;

Deploying AI Agents for the Modern Workforce with HP and Microsoft Copilot

In the latest episode of the Lifting the Lid on Technology, host Barry sits down with Adam Foy, Head of Performance Analysis at the Blues Rugby team, to explore the high-performance world where data, coaching, and game-day decisions intersect.

From Adam’s roots at Munster Rugby and the Irish National team to his current role in at The Blues in New Zealand, discover how advanced tools like Hudl SportsCode and Power BI help shape training, analyse the opposition, and tell a compelling data story.

 Whether you're a sports fan, data enthusiast, or IT professional, this episode reveals the powerful role of tech in high-performance environments. Bought to you by HP, NExt Gen AI PCs.

In the latest episode of the Lifting the Lid on Technology, host Barry sits down with Adam Foy, Head of Performance Analysis at the Blues Rugby team, to explore the high-performance world where data, coaching, and game-day decisions intersect.
From Adam&rsquo;s roots at Munster Rugby and the Irish National team to his current role in at The Blues in New Zealand, discover how advanced tools like Hudl SportsCode and Power BI help shape training, analyse the opposition, and tell a compelling data story.
&nbsp;Whether you're a sports fan, data enthusiast, or IT professional, this episode reveals the powerful role of tech in high-performance environments. Bought to you by HP, NExt Gen AI PCs.

HP Tech Behind Tactics: Analysing Performance Athletes

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Welcome to the latest episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology. In this thought-provoking episode, Barry is joined by Steve Isles, a leading expert in cybersecurity and cloud security, to explore the pressing challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand businesses today. 

Welcome to the latest episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology. In this thought-provoking episode, Barry is joined by Steve Isles, a leading expert in cybersecurity and cloud security, to explore the pressing challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand businesses today.&nbsp;

Securing Tomorrow:  Navigating Cybersecurity, Data Sovereignty, and the Future of Cloud Security in New Zealand 

In the latest episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, host Barry White sits down with AI expert Leon Davis to explore how M365 Copilot and the HP AI Driven Devices are transforming business resilience in New Zealand. Discover how AI solutions are helping businesses improve data management, boost security, and optimise daily operations. Tune in to discover practical steps for integrating AI into your business and staying competitive in a digital-first world.

In the latest episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology, host Barry White sits down with AI expert Leon Davis to explore how M365 Copilot and the HP AI Driven Devices are transforming business resilience in New Zealand. Discover how AI solutions are helping businesses improve data management, boost security, and optimise daily operations. Tune in to discover practical steps for integrating AI into your business and staying competitive in a digital-first world.

AI-Driven Business Resilience: Unlocking New Possibilities with HP AI

Insightful. Powerful. Actionable. Welcome to Lifting the Lid on Technology, a podcast series from Softsource vBridge giving you tech insights from the inside. Join us and New Zealand's leading IT vendors and experts to uncover current market trends and challenges.

Insightful. Powerful. Actionable. Welcome to Lifting the Lid on Technology, a podcast series from Softsource vBridge giving you tech insights from the inside. Join us and New Zealand's leading IT vendors and experts to uncover current market trends and challenges.

Lifting the Lid on Technology

Insightful. Powerful. Actionable. Welcome to Lifting the Lid on Technology, insights from the inside by Softsource vBridge, NZ's leading tech integrator. Join us and New Zealand's industry experts as we uncover current market trends and overcoming challenges in business with technology.

Insightful. Powerful. Actionable. Welcome to Lifting the Lid on Technology, insights from the inside by Softsource vBridge, NZ's leading tech integrator. Join us and New Zealand's industry experts as we uncover current market trends and overcoming challenges in business with technology.

Lifting the Lid on Technology

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