Overused IT Acronym [00:01:30] Conversation about the most overused IT acronym

Acoustic Coupled Modem [00:01:54] What is an acoustic coupled modem ? A personal anecdote about winning a prize for correctly identifying it at a symposium.

Manufacturing and Types of Trailers [00:09:46] Explanation of the manufacturing process and different types of trailers, including petroleum trailers, food-grade trailers, and dry bulk trailers.

Building IT Systems for Manufacturing [00:16:21] Discussion on the various computer systems used in manufacturing, such as plasma cutters, laser cutters, and robots for welding.

Challenges of Building an IT Department [00:18:50] The difficulties and privileges of building an IT department from scratch, including designing the team and addressing various issues.

Budget Constraints and Outsourcing Log Management[00:30:56]  Discussion about the lack of budget and the need to outsource log management, as well as the challenge of proving the case for budget requests.

Mitigating ransomware risk[00:38:29] The importance of implementing controls and backups to mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks.

Smooth system operation [00:40:17] Discussion on the importance of having a smooth system operation that is not a hindrance and does not require constant intervention.

Working with flight simulators [00:41:09] Conversation about the speaker’s past experience working with flight simulators in the navy and the various tasks involved.

Future of IT and automation [00:47:08] Exploration of the potential future of IT, including the increasing use of AI systems for tasks and the possibility of less in-depth knowledge of certain tools.

Uncertain future of cryptography standards [00:51:39] Cryptography standards and the challenges posed by advancements in technology, including collective AI and science fiction becoming reality.