EP 43: Josh Politte on Energy Bytes

Energy Bytes

Dive deep into the world of energy transformation on this episode of the Energy Bytes Podcast! Join hosts John and Bobby as they sit down with Josh Politte, President & CEO of ACT Solutions & Consulting, to uncover groundbreaking insights into revolutionizing energy.

Discover how ACT Solutions is pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity, AI, and data management in the energy sector. From the challenges of default passwords to the innovative use of MFA and the dynamic approach to going passwordless, Josh shares invaluable strategies that can protect and empower businesses.

Josh, with his extensive background, navigates through various anecdotes and real-world examples, making complex topics like AI, machine learning, and blockchain relatable and engaging.
Many businesses struggle with implementing effective cybersecurity measures and managing vast amounts of data securely.
Josh discusses the role of AI and large language models in enhancing security and data processing, making these technologies more accessible and efficient for businesses.
Learn about the latest trends in the energy sector, from the use of Snowflake for data management to the potential of quantum computing in revolutionizing security protocols.
Josh offers a unique perspective on the integration of new technologies like blockchain, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right tech for specific use cases.
Get a glimpse into the future of energy and cybersecurity with Josh's visionary insights on how distributed computing and AI will shape the industry.
Josh Politte is the President & CEO of ACT Solutions & Consulting, a company at the forefront of energy transformation. With a wealth of experience in cybersecurity and data management, Josh is a leading voice in leveraging technology for business innovation.

00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Snowflake News
02:27 - How RedBit Uses Snowflake
07:58 - Distributed Computing
09:14 - Silicon Valley Insights
11:32 - Industrial Revolutions
13:39 - Intro Josh Politte
14:07 - Communicating Solution Value
16:40 - Selling Solutions to Management
20:32 - Time is Not a Value Proposition
24:22 - Company AI Utilization
26:52 - Azure AI
30:50 - Power Automate
32:00 - Power Automate Desktop
36:07 - Desktop Flows
38:36 - Citizen Development Program
42:21 - Understanding Data Lakes
44:33 - Power Apps and SharePoint Lists
47:44 - Exploring Dataverse
48:33 - Dynamics 365 Overview
51:45 - Hidden Gems in Power Platform
53:08 - Power BI vs Spotfire
57:02 - Power Fabric Capabilities
57:55 - Low Code vs Full Stack Development
59:45 - Power Query Pagination
1:01:02 - Power Query API Calls
1:04:53 - Favorite Cloud Provider
1:06:00 - Favorite Non-Microsoft Tech
1:09:48 - Favorite Board or Video Game

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