Josh Kitchen

Josh Kitchen is the owner of Mountain View IT, a full-service IT company based in Anaconda, Montana. Josh became passionate about helping others through technology after witnessing older ranchers in his community struggle with modern systems. This led him to start his own business aimed at providing individualized technical support to rural residents and businesses. Prior to starting Mountain View IT, Josh gained experience managing IT infrastructure at The Ranch at Rock Creek, an ultra-luxury ranch resort in Montana. There he equipped guest lodges with the amenities expected of a luxury resort. Josh holds a Master’s Degree in IT Management and continues to pursue certifications that allow him to better serve the technological needs of Montana’s small towns and remote communities.

Demystifying IT in Remote Montana with Josh Kitchen

Look forward to an insightful discussion on the unique IT challenges and experiences of working in remote areas and ranch environments. Josh Kitchen, owner of Mountain View IT, shares his hands-on perspective from managing IT infrastructure at a remote luxury guest ranch to providing technical support for older ranchers in rural Montana towns. We’ll cover key issues like connectivity, communication, outdated systems, and accessibility gaps that affect remote workers and residents. The conversation ultimately highlights creative solutions and stresses the importance of education and empathy in serving remote IT needs. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of making technology work in remote settings.

Demystifying IT in Remote Montana with Josh Kitchen

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Episode Show Notes

Providing Tech Support for Older Ranchers [00:08:22]

Managing Inventory and Departments [00:17:54]

Challenges and Solutions in a Ranch Environment [00:20:14]

The Importance of Continuing Education in IT [00:26:34]

Educating on Different Techniques and Tools in IT [00:29:22]

Throwing hardware at non-technology issues [00:31:10]

Lack of patience and immediate gratification in technology advancement [00:34:34]

Continuous Certification in Project Management [00:39:03]

The Importance of Assertive Communication in Project Management [00:44:33]

Working Together as a Team in Project Management [00:47:19]

Inspiring Others Leads to Productivity and Cooperation [00:50:03]

The Challenge of Living in Remote Areas in Montana [00:51:19]

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