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Best Of CCP - 403: I Hope You Find Honest Work One Day
/Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, thaey discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.
628: Apple WWDC 2026 Highlights, 1Password for MSP’s & The Ongoing UniFi 6GHz Wi-Fi Debate
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Cirrus Partners
In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts discuss recent Apple updates, including the new liquid glass feature and macOS support schedules up to 2028. They share their insights on the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) announcements and speculate on client feedback regarding OS support timelines. The conversation also delves into technical aspects and user experiences with Unifi’s six-gigahertz WiFi, highlighting troubleshooting steps like disabling the 6GHz band for improved stability. The team also touches on seamless transitions to 1Password MSP, comparing pricing and feature benefits. Through the exchange, they offer practical advice for managing both client and personal tech infrastructures as they keep an eye on emerging technologies and services.
00:00 Introduction and Recent Show Recap
00:25 Apple's Liquid Glass Announcement
00:45 macOS Support Timeline Discussion
04:10 Liquid Glass Early Impressions
06:35 MDM Migration Functionality
09:01 FileVault and MDM Enhancements
10:33 Intel Macs and macOS Tahoe Compatibility
13:32 Client Perspectives on Mac Longevity
26:39 Mac Mini Model Years Overview
27:36 Challenges with Mac Mini Hardware
28:11 Using Mac Mini for Various Tasks
30:26 Client Support and OS Upgrades
36:23 One Password MSP Transition
48:47 UniFi System Issues and Solutions
52:46 Conclusion and Farewell
627: Proving Chemistry: Sam & Jerry's Tech Talk
/Proving Chemistry: Sam & Jerry's Tech Talk
In this episode of Command Control Power, Sam and Jerry address listener feedback about their on-air chemistry and dive into a variety of tech discussions. Sam talks about his recent MacBook Pro M4 upgrade and the challenges he faced during the data migration process. The duo discusses the importance of maintaining and justifying tech expenses, with Sam sharing his strategy of integrating different services using Hudu for efficient billing and management. Jerry shares a humorous support call mix-up, stressing the importance of communication. The episode also touches on VPN solutions using Ubiquiti's Teleport and the surprising endurance of legacy technologies like the iPod. Throughout, Sam and Jerry explore the nuances of staying relevant and efficient in tech consulting while maintaining client satisfaction.
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
00:56 Mac Migration Woes
02:11 Challenges with Migration Assistant
03:16 Time Machine Backup Struggles
07:05 Choosing the Right MacBook
10:18 Travel Tales and Personal Insights
14:42 Client Challenges and Security Concerns
17:52 User Training and Security Solutions
28:42 Microsoft Signatures and Email Platforms
29:13 Balancing Technology Costs
30:04 Subscription Services and Expense Management
31:36 Cutting Costs and Employee Tools
34:21 Old Work Stories and Company Policies
40:16 Travel Gadgets and Recommendations
48:25 Client Management and Documentation Tools
50:59 Funny Client Interaction
53:33 Conclusion and Sign Off
Best Of CCP - 165: Interview With Matt Woestehoff of Foundation in Minneapolis
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Recorded July 19, 2016
CCP welcomes Matt Woestehoff Director of Business Development and Operations of The Foundation in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Quoting Matt's Bio On The Foundation website: "Presenter, listener, growth engineer. I work with companies who understand the value of thinking ahead. We build a strong technological base so that you can Get Back to Work. We help acquire, deploy, and manage iPads, build network infrastructures to support thousands, and help entrepreneurs build their dreams. Born as Apple fan-boys, now recognizing brand-agnostic solutions for any business need. That said, we tend to work with creative agencies. Why? Because we get it. It's what we do."
You can reach Matt via email: matt@fndtn.com
On Twitter Follow The Foundation @thefndtn
623: When Updates and Integration Go Awry: A Case Study
/In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts tackle a series of tech frustrations including missed live streams, troublesome iPhone camera features, and challenges with Apple TV and Hulu apps. They dive into a detailed rant about modern tech devices failing to work seamlessly, share personal anecdotes of encountering pop-up errors and software compatibility issues, and discuss potential solutions. Special segments include difficulties with remote work, the quirks of Notifications and Permissions in macOS, and the ongoing struggle with the Malwarebytes and Addigy integration. The discussion wraps with user interaction nuances and a nostalgic thank you to a decade-long listener.
00:00 Introduction and Apologies
00:19 Technical Difficulties and Live Stream Issues
00:34 Joe's Haircut and Visual Gags
01:31 Camera Control Button Rant
08:24 Dinner and Hulu Troubles
09:40 General Tech Frustrations
12:51 Coordination Problems in Tech
17:01 Malwarebytes and Agy Integration
17:50 Confusing Security Popups
19:00 User Reactions and Issues
20:23 Malwarebytes and Agy Coordination
20:40 Jerry's Experience with the Issue
25:01 Apple's Notification System
36:22 Remote Desktop Control Challenges
39:26 Listener Appreciation and Conclusion
