EP080 – Saving Money and the Environment with Dan Ellis
In this episode, Dan Ellis, founder of PCPowerSave, discusses the inspiration behind his SaaS application designed to reduce energy consumption on computer systems. He details the challenges it addresses, particularly amid rising electricity costs in Europe. Dan outlines how his software surpasses standard power settings by providing detailed reports and automated optimisations, enabling significant cost […]
EP079 – How Much Is Enough? The Ultimate Guide for MSP Owners Using FIRECalc for a Profitable Exit
In this episode of ‘It’s a Number Game’ podcast, Adam Morris from the MSP Finance Team introduces viewers to FIRECalc, an online tool for evaluating business valuation and retirement planning. Discover why it’s crucial to get the right valuation for your business, the risks associated with undershooting or overshooting your financial targets, and how to […]
EP078 – MSP Valuations and the importance of management accounts
This episode addresses key financial management strategies for Managed Services Providers (MSPs). Dan Welling emphasises the importance of understanding whether you want to apply pressure or take pressure when it comes to your finances, suggesting that those on top of their finances have leverage over banks. He highlights common financial misconceptions and problems faced by […]
EP077 – From Death in Service to Key Person Cover Gary Lucas’s Guide to Business Protections
In this inaugural podcast appearance, Gary Lucas, an independent financial advisor from Burlington Associates, discusses the critical aspects of business protection. He highlights the importance of various insurance products including death in service, income protection, private medical cover, and critical illness cover for employees. Gary also delves into key person cover and share protection for […]
EP076 – Revolutionising MSP Security with AI-enhanced SOC Solutions with Ian Vickers from METCloud
In this episode, Daniel and Adam are joined by Ian Vickers from Met Cloud for a deep dive into the evolution and future of security operations centers (SOCs) for managed service providers (MSPs). Ian discusses the journey from traditional MSP environments to developing innovative AI-driven SOC solutions that could disrupt the current market. Key topics […]
EP075 – Understanding MSP Market Trends with Paul Billingham from Knight Corporate Finance
In this episode, Paul from Knight Corporate Finance discusses the firm’s approach to advising technology companies on mergers and acquisitions, funding, and exit planning. He highlights the importance of understanding business objectives and the dynamics of the current market. Paul provides advice for both buyers and sellers, focusing on factors like business size, customer profile, […]
EP074 – The Evolution and Future of MSPs with Peter Bell: Offshoring, Cloud, and Global Competition
In this episode, Peter Bell discusses his journey in the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry, highlighting his longstanding business in Melbourne and his 14-year experience with offshoring in the Philippines. The conversation covers various topics crucial for MSPs, such as the benefits and challenges of staff augmentation, the shift towards remote support, and the increasing […]
EP073 – Breaking Down Recruitment for MSPs In-House vs. Recruiter with Jane Matthews
In this episode, Jane discusses the paradox within the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry where companies readily outsource IT management but hesitate to outsource recruitment. The conversation delves into the inefficiencies and costs of in-house recruitment, the value of specialised recruiters, and the significance of cultural and technical fit in hiring. The challenges of the […]
EP072 – The Evolving MSP Market Challenges and Opportunities with Robin Ody
In this podcast episode, Robin from Canalys joins the show to discuss the MSP sector. Robin provides an overview of Canalys, an independent research firm focused on the channel, and explains their role in gathering and analysing data to present trends and insights. The conversation delves into the classification and growth of MSPs globally and […]
EP071 – Mastering Pension Fund Performance, Risk, and Fees An Insightful Q&A with Barney Whiter
In this episode, Barney answers listener questions about navigating pension fund performance, risk, and fees. The discussion addresses key differences between workplace and self-managed pensions (SIP), the importance of examining fund fact sheets, and understanding total investment costs, including fees from financial advisors. Barney emphasizes investing time in financial education to make informed decisions and […]