TechTakeByBill Podcast by Bill Thomas
TechTakeByBill is a practical technology podcast for professionals who need to influence, persuade, and lead — especially in IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and AI.
Hosted by Bill Thomas, a sales executive with a technical background and 30+ years of experience selling technology solutions into Fortune 25 companies, this podcast breaks down current technology topics through a business-facing lens. The goal is not to architect the solution; it is to help you understand the concept, explain the “why,” and sell your point of view with authority, clarity, and business savvy.
Every professional is in sales. You sell your ideas, your priorities, your budget requests, your risk decisions, and your vision for what needs to happen next. In technology, the best solution does not always win — the best-framed idea often does.
Each episode explores a relevant technology theme and closes with practical guidance on how to win internal support using proven selling frameworks, stakeholder alignment techniques, and executive communication. TechTakeByBill is for anyone who wants to turn technical insight into business influence.
Episodes
8 episodes
“TechTakeByBill” Q3/Q4 Cybersecurity Report:The Cybersecurity Warning Arrived Early. Wasting It Is a Leadership Decision
The first half of 2026 has already revealed where many of the next major cybersecurity failures are likely to come from: exploited vulnerabilities, third-party exposure, AI-accelerated attacks, and phishing that is harder to recognize by appear...
The Cloud Has a Zoning Problem and Cybersecurity Leaders Should Care
In this installment of TechTakeByBill this article makes a blunt point: data centers are no longer just technical infrastructure. They are the air supply for modern business. Cloud, AI, security operations, identity services, backups, an...
You May Not Be the Target— Just the Next Stop in the Software Supply Chain
In this episode of TechTakeByBill, we examine how attackers can compromise your organization without targeting it directly—by turning trusted software, vendors, developers, and automated updates into the attack path. The article continues with ...
When AI Frontier Models Meet Cybersecurity: Why Claude Fable 5 Matters
In this episode of TechTakeByBill, we examine how Claude Fable 5 brings frontier AI and cybersecurity together—and why that convergence matters beyond the security team. Claude Fable 5 is not simply another AI model release. It is a prev...
The Shadow AI Crisis: Why Visibility, Not Bans, Is the New Enterprise Standard
In this episode of TechTakeByBill, we explore the growing problem of Shadow AI—the use of unsanctioned AI tools by employees across the enterprise. The key message is simple: banning AI is no longer a realistic strategy. Employees...
The 2026 Cybersecurity Mandate: Why Your Business Can No Longer Play Catch-Up
In 2026, the digital walls have changed. For larger Small to Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), the era of "bolting on" security as an afterthought is over, replaced by a landscape where artificial intelligence and hyper-connected supply chains...
The Informed Seller Podcast: E2 - Prospecting Techniques
In Episode 2 of "The Informed Seller Podcast - - Prospecting Techniques," hosted by Bill Thomas, listeners are introduced to strategies for enhancing sales effectiveness through a scientific approach rather than more used, traditional art depen...
The Informed Seller Podcast - Call Preparation
Today, we're focusing on one of the most crucial aspects of sales — call preparation. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, understanding your client's needs and preparing strategically can significantly impact your success. Let’s...