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Greg LaBrie

Greg LaBrie has more than 20 years of network architecture and engineering experience designing networks that exceed technical requirements, improve operational proficiency and reduce total costs of ownership. Greg holds a number of technical certifications for HPE, Cisco, Fortinet, and much more.
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Posts by Greg LaBrie

Master Today’s Cybersecurity Landscape With These Best Industry Practices

By Greg LaBrie |   Feb 13, 2024

As a business owner, you’ve finally stepped into the digital world by setting up an online store or deploying a remote workforce model. Here’s the deal: going digital means you are prioritizing end-user flexibility, but how far up is cybersecurity on your list? Just like locking up your brick-and-mortar store or office at night, safeguarding all digital assets and user information stored in the cloud is critically important.

The Power of AI-Driven Networking for Retail Enterprises

By Greg LaBrie |   Jan 18, 2024

In today's high-stakes retail landscape, staying ahead of the competition requires innovative solutions that enhance the customer experience, streamline operations, and provide reliable connectivity. This is where AI-driven networking solutions from industry leaders Juniper Networks and Aruba Networks come into play. By leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, these companies are revolutionizing the way retailers approach their networking infrastructure, delivering exceptional results and driving business success.

How To Navigate Modern Data Security Challenges In The Hybrid Cloud Era

By Greg LaBrie |   Jan 16, 2024

Every organization relies on data, and it’s crucial to keep it safe, recoverable, and secure. When it comes to data security, organizations act like vigilant guardians protecting a treasure. To shield against threats like ransomware and hardware failures, they continuously upgrade hardware and software and analyze methods to improve systems and backups. Research suggests that the best way to reduce hidden threats is by using technologies that automate infrastructure checks and implementing network segmentation.

Empower A Security-First Strategy With Lenovo ThinkShield Asset Intelligence

By Greg LaBrie |   Nov 28, 2023

In the constantly changing world of cyber threats, it's crucial for organizations to strengthen their defenses. While advanced security features are important, they become less effective if basic security measures, like building a “security-first” culture in the workplace, are overlooked.

Is There A Better Way To Consume Disaster Recovery?

By Greg LaBrie |   Nov 23, 2023

When recording a significant event where every moment matters, would you choose a video camera or a standard camera? A video camera, complete with expansive memory, makes frame-by-frame recording possible. In contrast, a standard camera only takes occasional photos and fails to capture the in-between moments that define an event in its entirety.

Is Your Public Enterprise Equipped To Meet New SEC Disclosure Requirements?

By Greg LaBrie |   Nov 09, 2023

Investors with significant stock in public companies expect a high level of disclosure on information concerning new market competitors, shifts in product demand, and operational disruptions stemming from either natural disasters or cybersecurity. In catering to this need for transparency, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recognized that cybersecurity incidents also warrant equal attention.

Charting Responsive Shifts In The Cloud Evolution

By Greg LaBrie |   Oct 26, 2023

Every day, IT leaders read articles about why their organization needs to be in the cloud. In this article, we want to lay out how the journey to the cloud has unfolded and identify how HPE continues to play a key role in defining what the cloud is becoming. While many enterprises have embarked on a cloud journey, the destination may still be on-prem.

How HPE Primera's All-In-One Solution Transforms Your Data Storage Game

By Greg LaBrie |   Oct 24, 2023

Picture yourself as the proud owner of a classic car, a vintage beauty you've painstakingly restored with a significant investment of resources. It's more than just a car; it's a symbol of your dedication. Data, like your classic car, is a business’s most valuable asset. Just as you wouldn't leave the car exposed to the elements, you need to securely store and protect your organization’s information. 

How This Four-Point Hybrid Solution Transforms Wireless WAN

By Greg LaBrie |   Sep 26, 2023

Businesses must be flexible to meet the demands of customers, streamline processes, and pivot to evolving business needs. Just as enterprise networks have evolved to handle and virtualize the wider distribution of data, applications, and users, the evolution of wide-area networks (WANs) takes the network edge to the next level.

What WEI’s Microsoft MPO Authorization Means For You

By Greg LaBrie |   Sep 20, 2023

As a value-added reseller (VAR), WEI relentlessly pursues avenues to enrich the solutions our customers opt for. Our enhanced value propositions encompass installation and ongoing support services, software and hardware integration processes, solution customization, and much more. Recently, WEI added another groundbreaking value add as we received authorization to facilitate Multiparty Private Offers (MPO) for Microsoft commercial marketplace customers who purchase eligible cloud solutions. For Microsoft Azure Marketplace customers who have unused Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) funds, any qualified software purchase through MPO will count toward filling their pre-committed cloud spend.

As of this writing, WEI is just one of a handful of VARs in the United States that has earned this authorization as it is an early adopter of the MPO program.

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