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21. What to do when End Users think the Technology Sucks.

Phil Howard & Orlando Hernandez

21. What to do when End Users think the Technology Sucks.

THE IT LEADERSHIP PODCAST
EPISODE 21

21. What to do when End Users think the Technology Sucks.

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Orlando Hernandez

ON THIS EPISODE

Orlando Hernandez

Senior Fire Protection Specialist

Show Notes

Episode Show Notes

Navigate through key moments in this episode with timestamped highlights, from initial introductions to deep dives into real-world use cases and implementation strategies.

Orlando Hernandes “The Tech Psychiatrist” Director of IT at USA Fire Protection & Phil Howard, Converged Network Services Group discuss:

* Speed of Adoption.  End users are asking, “WHy does this company have this new technology and we don’t?”

* Working within a limited budget & resource group.

* Establishing IT as partner, and not just someone who keeps the blinky lights on.

* How to prioritize between wish lists & key players.

* Why it’s important to ensure end users end-users feel comfortable coming to you and how to do it.

* Legacy employees are rolling their eyes… how do we build their trust?

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Once you know your value, you can communicate it.
IT is the foundation of any business. They need what you do.
Improving your communication with the higher-ups can only improve your situation.
21. What to do when End Users think the Technology Sucks.
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