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Navigating Growth: Dave Wilkeson on Becoming the MSP Advisor

In this episode of Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Dave Wilkeson, the founder and CEO of MSP Advisor, to uncover the key strategies that propelled him from a tech hobbyist to a renowned leader in the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry. Dave shares invaluable insights into the critical role of financial discipline in scaling an MSP, offering candid advice he wishes he could give his younger self.

Simple Talks Podcast | Episode 4 - Coffee chat with Jason Romans

Host Louis Davidson is joined by regular Simple Talk contributor and community speaker Jason Romans for coffee and a chat. From his early days owning a Commodore 64, juggling retail work with his studies and becoming an ‘accidental DBA’, all the way up to his current position as a Business Intelligence engineer, Jason has quite a few stories to tell. Other topics discussed include a shared love of theme parks, the travel benefits of attending conferences, and the challenges of sharing a name with ‘JSON’…

The four pillars of observability

When discussing the technical foundations of observability, several key components, often referred to as the “pillars,” emerge. While there is no universally agreed-upon number of pillars, this post will focus on four fundamental elements: metrics, logs, traces, and profiles. Due to the vast amount of data generated by metrics, logs, and traces, sampling is often employed to reduce data volume while maintaining representative information.

Residential Proxies for Competitor Analysis in 2025

As you navigate the competitive landscape in 2025, having the best tools at your disposal is essential. Leveraging competitor analysis' residential proxies can provide vital insights to give your business an edge. Your competitor's strategies and tactics hold valuable lessons. Utilizing residential proxies properly allows you to gain a deeply granular view into their activities without compromising your anonymity or getting blocked.

3 Brilliant Tips You Can Use To Diversify Your Share Portfolio In Order To Improve Performance

When it comes to ensuring that your investment portfolio is performing as intended, the use of diversification can be a fantastic foundation on which your investment strategies can be built. Moreover, if you are an investor in Australia, then taking the time to understand the concept of diversification in your investment portfolio is essential in order to mitigate risk, as well as maximise the return on your investment.

Integrating dbForge Studio With Azure for Advanced Java Web UI Development

Developing web-based applications often requires a robust, scalable, and efficient database solution that can handle dynamic data needs. Azure SQL Server provides developers with a cloud-based platform that fulfills these requirements. By combining Azure SQL Server with modern web development technologies, developers can build powerful, data-driven web applications that offer distinctive user experiences.