Access Point Weekly News Roundup For Midmarket IT Executives – Mar. 7, 2025

Access Point is a weekly roundup of major tech news for midmarket IT executives on the go.

In this week’s roundup: CISOs weigh in on their concerns over AI security; an interview with VDURA’s CEO on his company’s all-flash storage appliance built for AI, IT professionals report their biggest sources of stress in 2025, the MES Midmarket 100 applications are open to vendors and MSPs who best serve the midmarket, and even more news for midmarket IT leaders.

PGA Tour Tees Up A Revolution In Fan Experience With Generative AI

From MES Computing’s sister site: The PGA Tour is redefining the golf fan experience with the help of cutting-edge technology, leveraging cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to bring the game of golf closer to its audience.

CISOs Weigh In On Worries About AI, Cybersecurity

A spirted roundtable featuring large-enterprise and midmarket CISOs took place last week at Check Point Software Technologies’ CPX 2025 event in Las Vegas.

Five CISOs discussed their plans and concerns around AI and security, as AI continues to disrupt organizations. They also spoke about their experiences with the regulatory landscape, risk management and other top concerns.

VDURA’s CEO Breaks Down New V5000 All-Flash Appliance

The new offering is engineered to meet the demands of computing-intensive AI workflows, CEO Ken Claffey said.

AI Technology Partners Builds Custom AI Solutions For The Midmarket

AITP provides customized AI solutions and are focused on the midmarket. Our interview with the company’s CEO.

Here Are The Top 10 IT Workload Pressures: Survey

IT professionals report their biggest stressors in 2025 in a new report from cloud-based network management platform company Auvik.

Vendors And MSPs: Apply Now For The MES Midmarket 100 Awards!

The MES Midmarket 100 Awards recognize vendors that have proven themselves to be forward-thinking technology providers with product and services offerings that support the growth and innovation of midmarket organizations. Honorees will be selected based on their demonstration of a consistent commitment to helping midmarket organizations succeed and thrive. Application deadline is April 25, and you can apply now here.