Pax8 is planting a flag around the “managed intelligence provider” idea, and this episode unpacks how that changes the story you tell clients about AI, data, and business outcomes. I walk through what I heard in Salt Lake City, from the new AI agent store and marketplace updates to how Pax8 wants to help you go from playing with AI internally to delivering real, billable outcomes for customers. I also have some fun with conference life: a honest rundown of the swag that worked, the swag that absolutely didn’t, and why vendors should care if their Bluetooth speaker won’t even turn off. From clever hats to custom-engraved keychains, it’s a practical look at what actually keeps your brand in an MSP’s bag instead of their hotel trash can. On top of that, I revisit my EnGenius network test, explain what went wrong, and show you how to use tools like NetAlly, iPerf3, and even simple ping and traceroute to validate your networks. === Chapters 01:04 PAX 8 Recap Introduction 03:10 Show Topics Tonight 06:30 Sponsor Spotlight 09:29 Network Test Results 14:37 Fixing the Packet Loss 18:49 Pax8 Beyond Takeaways 25:06 Swag Winners and Fails 34:31 Wrapping Up PAX 8 === Shout-outs Eric Anthony: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esanthony/ Jared Castner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredmcasner/ Jason Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-miller-32a03530/ Carrie Holzman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careyholzman/ === Companies / Products Mentioned NetAlly EtherScope nXG 300: https://amzn.to/4a592FT Pax8: https://www.pax8.com TechCon Unplugged: https://techconunplugged.com MSP Unplugged: https://www.mspunplugged.com EnGenius: https://www.engeniustech.com BlackPoint Cyber: https://www.blackpointcyber.com Kaseya: https://www.kaseya.com === SPONSORS: Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlocker Technology Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/ Technology Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoip Travel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugrid Digital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready === SHOW MUSIC: Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock Logo Item URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UET Author Username: AlexanderRufire Item License Code: 7X9F52DNML === Connect with Uncle Marv🌐 Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/🎙 Host: Marvin Bee🛒 Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store (gear & tools I recommend): https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcastIf you found value in this episode, share it with another MSP, IT provider, or tech entrepreneur. Your support helps keep practical, no-nonsense IT business conversations coming every week.

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