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Generative AI is becoming a key tool for software developers, and businesses are embracing it as well. This episode of the On-Premise IT podcast brings Paul Nashawaty of The Futurum Group, data expert Karen Lopez, and Stephen Foskett together to discuss how AI is impacting application development. Generative AI is incredibly compelling, rapidly producing credible output. that it’s hard to put a stop to it. Rather than trying to stand in the way, companies are looking for better quality tools, with data privacy and compliance capabilities to fend off the negatives that can arise from AI-generated content. AI can also help with tasks like documentation and testing that are less popular and more problematic, and these can improve overall code quality as well.
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60. Scaling Smarter Optimizes Cloud Costs in the Age of Data Abundance 25:02

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Learn More about Cloud Field Day 23 Keeping every application and every scrap of data on the public cloud becomes very expensive; we need to improve our cloud economics. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Vriti Magee, Mitch Lewis, and Alastair Cooke. The belief that data is the new oil has led many companies to retain every piece of data they generate, often in object storage on public cloud platforms. The continuous growth of this data leads to a growing bill from the cloud provider, often with no clear plan in place for recouping the value of the money spent. Generative AI requires training data, which is another reason to retain everything; again, there needs to be value returned to the business. New designs for cloud applications must include data management and managed retention as key criteria. Sustainable, honest designs that enable business change are vital for delivering value back to the business. Host ⁠Alastair Cooke⁠ , Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: Mitch Lewis Vriti Magee Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠⁠ .…

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59. Compliance Does Not Equal Security 25:46

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/xfd13/ Compliance reinforces the state of security in your organization. However, compliance in and of itself is not security. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Jack Poller and Milou Meier as they discuss the nuance between securing your organization and ensuring compliance. They discuss the challenges with audits and the “checkbox” mentality that has become common. They also discuss how organizations face different challenges globally and how you can help ensure that you aren’t being exposed to problems in the future. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Tech Field Day Event Lead Tech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/tom-hollingsworth/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panel Milou Meier Tech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/milou-meier/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milou-lammers-meier-9815824b/ Jack Poller Tech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/jack-poller/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ .…

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SPOTLIGHT. The Unknown Unknowns of Cloud Providers with Catchpoint 24:18

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Learn More about Catchpoint at Cloud Field Day Your Internet Application is full of unknowns, which will affect its performance and availability for your customers. This episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast features Catchpoint CEO and co-founder Mehdi Daoudi, Eric Wright, Jon Myer, and Alastair Cooke. Internet applications are seldom self-contained, relying on other web services for specialized functions and needing responses from the services before a final response to a user. Functions such as DDoS protection, tracking, embedded advertising, and other valuable services enable faster application feature development, but at what cost? Any delayed response from these services can slow down your application for your users, leading to dissatisfaction, even when your servers perform beautifully. Remember that the services you choose to use may, in turn, use other external services. Catchpoint champions user-centric monitoring and Internet Performance Monitoring (IPM) to complement existing APM tools. Visibility of issues outside your data center is vital to identifying issues before they become helpdesk tickets or application outages. If this Tech Field Day Podcast episode piques your interest, watch the Catchpoint appearance at Cloud Field Day on YouTube. Catchpoint Representative: Mehdi Dauodi , Cofounder and CEO, Catchpoint Host: ⁠⁠Alastair Cooke⁠⁠ , Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: ⁠Eric Wright⁠ , Chief Content Officer, GTM Delta Jon Myer , Chief Content Creator, Myer Media Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠ .…

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SPOTLIGHT. Managing Hybrid Cloud Networks Complexity with Infoblox 25:20

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Learn More about Infoblox at Cloud Field Day Managing hybrid-cloud networks is complex due to differing architectures and naming between on-premises and the multiple public cloud platforms. This Tech Field Day Podcast episode features Glenn Sullivan, Senior Director of Product Management at Infoblox, Eric Wright, and Alastair Cooke. Each public cloud has a unique management console and network management paradigm; none provides deep integration with each other or with on-premises networking. It is left to individual customers to assemble a jigsaw of pieces into a coherent whole. Customers may not plan to use multiple public clouds, but through different project requirements or mergers and acquisitions, most large organizations find themselves in a hybrid multi-cloud environment. Combining fast-changing public cloud applications with on-premises applications further complicates network management, requiring an automation-based approach. Infoblox UDDI (Universal DNS, DHCP, and IPAM) provides a consistent, automatable interface to manage and operate basic network infrastructure across all enterprise locations. UDDI includes bi-directional operation where changes using cloud-native consoles are visible in UDDI and vice versa. Guest: Glenn Sullivan , Senior Director of Product Management at Infoblox Host: ⁠Alastair Cooke⁠ , Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: Eric Wright , Chief Content Officer, GTM Delta Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠ .…

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56. Wi-Fi is Fast Enough 29:04

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Learn More about Mobility Field Day 13 Modern Wi-Fi connections rely on more than just raw throughput to measure performance. The complexity of wireless as a medium makes the user experience more varied and creates difficulties in troubleshooting. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Keith Parsons, Rocky Gregory, and Ron Westfall as they discuss the state of Wi-Fi and how performance works. They talk about the challenges with properly designed wireless networks and how data sheets make assumptions about the environment. They also discuss user expectations for performance and how workflows involve many moving parts that can impact overall user experiences. Host: ⁠Tom Hollingsworth , Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: Ron Westfall , Research Director at The Futurum Group Rocky Gregory , Principal Architect at EVOTEK Keith Parsons , Managing Director at Wireless LAN Professionals Conference Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠ .…

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SPOTLIGHT: Quality Data is the Foundation for AI with Qlik 35:30

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Register for Qlik Connect: https://www.qlikconnect.com/ AI ought to be able to help businesses derive value from their data, but not all AI applications have a solid foundation. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast looks forward to Qlik Connect 2025, featuring delegates Gina Rosenthal and Jim Czuprynski discussing the importance of data with Nick Magnuson of Qlik and host Stephen Foskett. Last year Qlik introduced Answers, a RAG AI product that delivers intelligence from unstructured data. This year we expect to see much more integration with structured data, analytics, business intelligence, and agentic AI, as Qlik's customers seek to deliver innovative solutions. Mature organizations are focused on building a solid governance foundation for their data, ensuring responsible and ethical use in AI applications. The advent of agentic AI raises more concerns, as autonomous agents are empowered to take action without human involvement. Responsible use must include strict limits and human supervision to make sure AI agents remain controlled. We're looking forward to customer stories, technical takeaways, and maybe some new product introductions at Qlik Connect this year! Qlik Representative: Nick Magnuson , Head of AI at Qlik Host: Stephen Foskett , President and Organizer of Tech Field Day Panelists: Gina Rosenthal , Founder of Digital Sunshine Solutions Jim Czuprynski , Chief Storyteller at Zero Defect Computing Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠⁠ . Follow ⁠⁠Tech Field Day⁠⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠⁠on X/Twitter⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠on Bluesky⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠ , or ⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠ .…

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54. AI Needs to be Boring 24:41

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Learn more about AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 Mature technologies deliver business value by integration into boring production applications, so AI needs to be boring. This Tech Field Day Podcast episode features Max Mortillaro, Guy Currier, Jay Cuthrell, and Alastair Cooke. AI has frequently been in the public news, many organizations are busy building AI infrastructure and pipelines, and vendors have tagged their applications with AI to ride the hype. Yet, business value is usually delivered in applications that serve customers rather than generating headlines. The first steps towards AI being a functional but boring part of production applications have emerged, with interoperability mechanisms like MCP and A2A are vital steps towards pervasive AI. Options for Small Language Models (SLM) are opening up more cost-effective use of generative AI, while predictive AI continues to be the standard boring production AI. Data and output safety are other areas for development; avoiding GenAI hallucinations, model poisoning, and data leakage is vital for AI to become boring. Eventually, Generative AI will be as invisible and valuable in mainstream business applications, leading to a return on all the current investments. Host: Alastair Cooke , Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: Guy Currier , Chief Analyst at Visible Impact Jay Cuthrell , Chief Product Officer at Nexustek Max Mortillaro , Head of Research at Osmium Data Group Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast ⁠on X/Twitter⁠ or ⁠on Bluesky⁠ and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes ⁠on the podcast page of the website⁠ . Follow ⁠Tech Field Day⁠ for more information on upcoming and current event coverage ⁠on X/Twitter⁠ , ⁠on Bluesky⁠ , and ⁠on LinkedIn⁠ , or ⁠visit our website⁠ .…

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53. Virtual Networks are Air Gapped 23:52

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Learn more about Networking Field Day 37 The definition of traditional security technologies must evolve to meet new use cases. Networks that use virtual constructs to segregate traffic are just as air gapped as physical separation. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Carole Warner Reece , John Osmon , and Jason Gintert discuss why the standard for hyper secure systems has always been physical separation. They look at how the terminology is being changed to support new use cases with virtual separation and whether or not those new networks can meet the high standards of the older versions. They also discuss the need for precision in terminology and how to avoid falling back on marketing terms that can create confusion with unsuspecting consumers. Host: Tom Hollingsworth , Practice Leader at The Futurum Group and Tech Field Day Event Lead Panelists: Carole Warner Reece , Network Architect and Expert Jason Gintert , Cofounder and Board Chairman, US Networking User Association John Osmon , Network and Broadband Access Expert Follow the Tech Field Day Podcast on X/Twitter or on Bluesky and use the Hashtag #TFDPodcast to join the discussion. Listen to more episodes on the podcast page of the website . Follow Tech Field Day for more information on upcoming and current event coverage on X/Twitter , on Bluesky , and on LinkedIn , or visit our website .…

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SPOTLIGHT: Servers Are Still Relevant in the Age of Cloud with HPE 36:31

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/tfdxhpegen12/ Although we live in a world of software, server hardware still matters from datacenter to cloud to edge. This episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast features Scott Shaffer, VP and Chief Technologist at HPE, discussing the evolution of the server with Jack Poller, Vuong Pham, and Stephen Foskett. Although servers might appear to be commoditized, companies like HPE are building optimized designs for various purposes. Edge servers, for example, are a unique form factor and have special requirements for mounting, air filtering, security, power efficiency, management, and more. Datacenter and cloud servers have special optimizations as well, with efficiency, expansion, and cooling in special focus. As we turn to AI and HPC, servers have to support unprecedented levels of electrical power and cooling, with air cooling still very much in demand but incredible advances being made on liquid cooling as well. The Tech Field Day delegates will be on-site with HPE on the same day this episode airs, learning more about the ProLiant line. Tune in and watch the Tech Field Day presentations on YouTube. Host: Stephen Foskett, President of the Tech Field Day Event SeriesTech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/stephen-foskett/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ HPE Representative:Scott Shaffer, CTO and VP of the Advanced Development Group at HPELinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-shaffer-4b93a22/ Panelists:Jack Poller, Principal Analyst at Paradigm TechnicaTech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/jack-poller/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Vuong Pham, Senior Solutions Architect, Nth Generation ComputingTech Field Day: https://techfieldday.com/people/vuong-pham/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vuong-pham-digitalkungfu/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techfieldday.com Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techfielddaypod.bsky.social…

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SPOTLIGHT: Production AI Applications with VMware Private AI on VCF with Broadcom 24:42

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Learn More about Broadcom and VMware See More Field Day Presentations from Broadcom You already have the people and the platform to run production AI applications in your on-premises data center. This episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast , presented by Broadcom , features Tasha Drew , Gina Rosenthal , Jay Cuthrell , and Alastair Cooke . The public cloud is a great place to innovate and test new technologies or for bursty workloads where on-demand access to near-limitless resources is essential. Predictable and steady-state production workloads are often more cost-effective on-premises, and AI applications are no different. Your existing on-premises compute platform, based on VMware Cloud Foundation, is a great place to run production AI applications with more direct cost control while keeping your data on-premises. Running your AI applications on your existing platform capitalizes on your investment in software, hardware, and your staff, who won’t need to learn a new paradigm. Host: Alastair Cooke , Tech Field Day Event Lead Broadcom Representative: Tasha Drew , Director of Product Engineering, AI and Advanced Services at Broadcom Panelists: Jay Cuthrell , Chief Product Officer, NexusTek Gina Rosenthal , Founder, Digital Sunshine Solutions Tech Field Day: Website : X/Twitter : Bluesky : Podcast: Website : X/Twitter : Bluesky : Tech Field Day is part of The Futurum Group .…

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50. Hybrid and Multicloud Applications are a Headache 23:24

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd22/ Hybrid-multi-cloud applications have become part of the enterprise IT landscape, but they give me a headache. This episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast features Barton George, Mike Graff, Mitch Lewis, and Alastair Cooke discussing the dream of a single cloud provider being home to every application in the enterprise has long been morphed. The goal is to optimize applications by using both cloud and on-premises resources, but integrating different platforms is challenging. Services like AWS and Azure have distinct configurations, making a unified management console difficult to achieve. Some companies simplify by using a single cloud, but mergers or unique business needs often disrupt this approach. While hybrid multi-cloud setups improve efficiency, they also bring ongoing IT challenges. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke Panelists: Barton George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barton808/ Mike Graff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelegraff/ Mitch Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-lewis/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CFD22, #Multicloud, #hybridcloud,…

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49. Not All AI Infrastructure is the Same 30:51

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfd37/ Enterprises require vastly different infrastructure for AI. When building your next network, you need to understand what is required in order to achieve specific outcomes. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Scott Robohn, Brad Gregory, and Ron Westfall to discuss the various different types of AI infrastructure. They talk about inferencing and models as well as how to effectively utilize what you currently have. They also discuss what to look for when buying new equipment and how best to put it to use in order to maximize return on investment. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Practice Leader at The Futurum Group and Tech Field Day Event Lead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Ron Westfall, Research Director at The Futurum Group specializing in AI Networking and Mobility LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Scott Robohn, Cofounder of the Networking Automation Forum LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottrobohn/ Brad Gregory, Founder and Owner of MCN Strategies LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gregory/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast #NFD37 #AI…

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48. AI Innovation Inevitably Drives Massive Energy Consumption 29:20

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AI Field Day 6 Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/aifd6/ The increasing reliance on technology has led to a surge in energy consumption, raising concerns about sustainability. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, recorded live at AI Field Day in San Jose, California, Jim Czuprynski, Jack Poller, Andy Banta, and Stephen Foskett discuss the challenges of powering data centers and the environmental impact of AI and modern computing. They explore potential solutions, including nuclear power, solar energy, and small modular reactors, while also addressing the issue of heat dissipation from high-density computing. The conversation highlights the need for innovation in energy efficiency, with advancements in semiconductor technology and battery storage playing a crucial role. While concerns about power availability persist, the panel remains optimistic that technological progress and cross-industry collaboration will drive sustainable solutions for the future. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Andy Banta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybanta/ Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Jim Czuprynski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jczuprynski/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #AIFD6, #AI,…

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47. Trade Restrictions will Allow China to Out-Innovate US AI Companies 27:05

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd22/ China will out-innovate US AI companies because of the trade restrictions imposed on it. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast features Ned Bellavance, Eric Wright, Justin Warren, and Alastair Cooke. They say that necessity is the mother of invention. US restrictions on AI chip exports have driven China to develop a sophisticated generative AI solution with older technology. Are the restrictions making Chinese companies more innovative than their US counterparts? DeepSeek was trained with far fewer resources than previous Large Language Models. On the other hand, DeepSeek isn’t groundbreaking, apart from the apparent censorship around taboo topics to the Chinese establishment. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke Panelists: Ned Bellavance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ned-bellavance-ba68a52/ Justin Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwarren/ Eric Wright: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericwrightdiscoposse/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CFD22, #Multicloud, #hybridcloud,…

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46. Technical Management is Not Real Management 19:56

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/clemea25/ Being a manager of a technical team is harder than regular management because of the balance required to be both a leader and contributor. In this episode, Zoe Rose, Dominik Pickhardt, and David Penaloza join Tom Hollingsworth to discuss the challenges of being a manager of a technical team. They talk about promoting good talent into management and the shift in thinking required to be a team leader and not just a high performer. They also discuss the soft skills needed to be a good manager and how those can be developed through training. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Zoë Rose: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zo%C3%AB-rose? Dominik Pickhardt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominikpickhardt/ David Penaloza Seijas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsamuelps/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CiscoLiveEMEA, #TFDx,…

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45. The Network is Finally the Application 29:01

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd22/ The network is, finally, the application in the public cloud. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, recorded before Cloud Field Day, features Jon Myer, Michael Levan, Larry Smith, and Alastair Cooke. Deploying applications across multiple clouds requires the network be the common connector to integrate applications across those clouds. Everything is an API, deploying networks on the cloud is software defined but every cloud has its own API and many on-premises networks have their own APIs. Observability across a multi-cloud application is far more complex than when everything was on-premises in our own data center, there are so many new places where issues might arise. The pace of change in modern applications makes analyzing and troubleshooting applications challenging too, when networks are built using a CI/CD pipeline the network configuration can change every day, with new software version deployment. Observability is vital; metrics, logs, and traces need to be fed into a single location where insights can be gained, without the insight there is no reason to collect the data. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke Panel: Jon Myer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/ Michael Levan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellevan/ Larry Smith, Jr.: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrlesmithjr/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CFD22, #Multicloud, #hybridcloud,…

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44. Data is Making the Enterprise Network Better 26:46

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/clemea25/ The amount of data that has been unearthed in the network over the past few years is astounding. We now have access to more information that we could ever hope to want about the status of packets transiting through the enterprise. But is this data causing networks to be more complex? In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Pieter-Jan Nefkens, Matyas Prokop, and Dominik Pickhardt as they explore the rise in data-centric network design. They discuss the drivers behind the need for more focused deployments and how access to this amount of data is creating challenges for operations teams. They also look at how security plays a role in the amount of information gathered and what happens to it after it is collected. Host:Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists:Dominik Pichardt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominikpickhardt/ Pieter-Jan Nefkens: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-nefkens-1469081/ Matyáš Prokop: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matyasprokop/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #TFDx, #CiscoLiveEMEA, #CiscoLive…

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43. 6GHz Will Help IoT Adoption 27:59

לפני 18 weeks27:59

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The expansion of wireless spectrum technologies is affording new opportunities for growth. Existing areas are becoming more crowded as devices become more prevalent. This includes not only user devices but Internet of Things (IoT) as well. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Cheryl Connell, Ron Westfall, and Jason Beshara as they discuss how the growth of IoT has caused contention in the current Wi-Fi spaces. They also discuss how the opening of the 6 GHz spectrum band has the potential to create more room for growth, provided device manufacturers adopt these new areas with the guidelines the bring. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Ron Westfall: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Jason Beshara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-n-beshara-450505/ Cheryl Connell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-connell-2a4630183/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast,…

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42. AI is the Leading Geopolitical Issue 36:24

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/aifd6/ Artificial Intelligence has risen from a plain technical challenge to become the leading geopolitical issue in 2025. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded in advance of AI Field Day, features Dr. Bob Sutor, Mitch Ashley, and Jim Czuprynski discussing the balkanization of AI globally. We have previously talked about data sovereignty, but AI is a technology seen to have international importance. From raw materials to chipmaking to systems design to model training, every nation wants to control AI. The United States recently introduced the AI Diffusion Framework to control not just access to chips but also sovereignty of the AI models themselves. We are really just starting to develop AI systems with large language models and yet companies and researchers are already recognizing that we need to move beyond words to spatial, temporal, and true understanding of the world. We are on the cusp of the next space race as regions and nations compete to be the center of the AI universe. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Mitch Ashley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellashley/ Dr. Bob Sutor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobsutor/ Jim Czuprynski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jczuprynski/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #AIFD6, #AI, #AgenticAI, #QuantumAI, @TechFIeldDayPod, @TechFieldDay, @SFoskett, @JimTheWhyGuy, @MitchellAshley, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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41. Private Clouds are Coming Back 28:27

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The public cloud is real; are private clouds real? Will we see more private clouds in 2025? Private cloud technology is far from the early days when on-premises virtualization was cloud-washed. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Jon Myer, Allyson Klein, and Justin Warren join Alastair Cooke to examine why businesses deploy private clouds. The cloud operating model makes the private cloud more relevant in 2025 than ever. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke Panelists: Allyson Klein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allyson-klein-98565a2/ Justin Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwarren/ Jon Myer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast,…

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40. IoT is Going to Make Things More Difficult 28:25

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Enterprise IT has long been divided into silos. This is because of scarce resources and specialized knowledge required to perform some IT operations tasks. The world of today is much more focused on outcomes and the need for silos is waning. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Stephen Foskett, Alastair Cooke, and Tom Hollingsworth discuss how enterprise IT has moved away from silos due to increased resource availability and cross training. They also look ahead to new challenges from advances like AI and quantum computing. Hosts: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast…

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39. Wi-Fi Marketing Numbers are Lies 20:16

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/mfd12/ All marketing is aspirational. Quoted throughput and user counts are hopeful at best. All IT professionals know this. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Kerry Kulp, Scott McDermott, and Mark Houtz as they discuss the inflated claims of marketing teams and how they factor into buying decisions. They also discuss how Wi-Fi compares to other technologies and why the enterprise experience is vastly different from the consumer perspective. Lastly, they provide some ideas for keeping a grasp on reality when it comes to working with Wi-Fi numbers. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd Panelists: Mark Houtz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhoutz/ Kerry Kulp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrykulp/ Scott McDermott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmcdermott/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #MFD12, #WiFi7, #Wireless, #Mobility…

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38. Technology Silos Are a Thing of the Past 31:37

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Enterprise IT has long been divided into silos. This is because of scarce resources and specialized knowledge required to perform some IT operations tasks. The world of today is much more focused on outcomes and the need for silos is waning. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Stephen Foskett, Alastair Cooke, and Tom Hollingsworth discuss how enterprise IT has moved away from silos due to increased resource availability and cross training. They also look ahead to new challenges from advances like AI and quantum computing. Hosts: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast…

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37. Company Acquisitions are a Necessary Evil in Enterprise Tech 21:36

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd21/ The IT industry’s reliance on acquisitions is a necessary driver of innovation, though they often seem to get in the way of competition and progress. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded during Cloud Field Day 21, features Ray Lucchesi, Jon Hildebrand, Ken Nalbone, and Stephen Foskett considering whether acquisitions in the IT industry are a necessary evil or a detriment to innovation. Acquisitions are often seen as a double-edged sword, with both positive and negative implications. On one hand, acquisitions can fuel innovation by providing smaller companies with the resources and market access they need to scale their ideas. On the other hand, they can stifle competition, lead to cultural clashes, and sometimes result in the disappearance of promising technologies or products. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Ray Lucchesi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raylucchesi Jon Hildebrand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonhildebrand Ken Nalbone: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennalbone/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CFD21,…

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36. There’s a Gulf Between Storage and AI 33:56

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/aidifd1/ There is a significant gap between storage companies and their ability to effectively support AI infrastructure. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded during the AI Data Infrastructure Field Day 2 in Santa Clara, host Stephen Foskett and guests Kurtis Kemple, Brian Booden, and Rohan Puri explore the evolving relationship between storage and AI. The discussion highlights a significant gap between storage companies' current capabilities and the demands of AI applications. While storage vendors are pivoting to support AI, many lack deep AI expertise, often focusing on cost and efficiency rather than offering integrated, AI-specific solutions. The panel emphasizes the need for storage companies to move beyond being mere data repositories and instead develop end-to-end solutions that address AI workflows, data preparation, and metadata management. They also stress the importance of education, partnerships, and hiring AI specialists to bridge the knowledge gap and drive innovation. The conversation underscores the early stage of this convergence, with a call for clearer strategies, open standards, and more cohesive integration between storage and AI to meet the growing demands of data-driven applications. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Rohan Puri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-puri-a210a516/ Brian Booden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qlikluminary/ Kurtis Kemple: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtiskemple/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #AIDIFD1, #AIDataInfrastructure, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @SFoskett, @TheFuturumGroup, @GestaltIT, @Rohan_Puri, @_DigitalVandal, @Brian_Booden,…

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35. Snowflake Networks are Built to Break 27:39

לפני 28 weeks27:39

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfd36/ Network engineers are notorious for doing whatever it takes to keep their customers and users happy. No reference architecture is safe from modification. However, these unique designs, commonly referred to as "snowflakes", create challenges when unforeseen consequences occur. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Dakota Snow, Steve Puluka, and Bob McCouch as they discuss the challenges behind snowflake design and operations. They talk about the best way to build better systems and prevent the challenges caused by uniqueness. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd Panelists: Bob McCloud: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bobmccouch Steve Puluka: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spuluka/ Dakota Snow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-seufert-snow-8a220764/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #NFD36, #Networking,…

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34. WiFi is Always the Best Solution 27:57

לפני 29 weeks27:57

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/mfd12/ Wi-Fi is the most dominant client connectivity option on the market today. The growth of ubiquitous computing has only happened because of the mass deployment of Wi-Fi. However, Wi-Fi isn’t the only wireless solution and isn’t always the best way to connect devices. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Lee Badman, Troy Martin, and Ron Westfall as they discuss what other options exist and what workflows they can improve. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panel: Ron Westfall, Research Director, The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Troy Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/labguy/ Lee Badman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leebadman/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #MFD12, #Mobility, #WiFi, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @Cisco, @NileSecure,…

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33. AI Doesn't Make App Dev Any Better 29:44

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/adfd2/ Generative AI is transforming many industries where people create content. Software development is no different; AI agents are in almost every development platform. But is AI improving application development and software quality? This episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast looks at some of the issues revolving around AI and App Dev with Alastair Cooke, Guy Currier, Jack Poller, and Stephen Foskett. The ultimate objective of a software development team is to deliver an application that fulfills a business need and helps the organization be more successful. An AI that can recommend basic code snippets doesn’t move that needle far. More sophistication is needed to get value from AI in the development process. The objective should be to have AI handle the repetitive tasks and allow humans to focus on innovative tasks where generative AI is less capable. AI agents must handle building tests and reviewing code for security and correctness to enable developers to concentrate on building better applications that help organizations. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Panelists: Guy Currier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guycurrier/ Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Stephen Foskett: Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #ADFD2, #KubeCon, #CloudNativeCon, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod,…

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32. AI is the Enabler of Network Innovation 29:17

לפני 31 weeks29:17

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfd36/ Artificial Intelligence is creating the kind of paradigm shifts not seen since the cloud revolution. Everyone is changing the way their IT infrastructure operates in order to make AI work better. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by John Freeman, Scott Robohn, and Ron Westfall as they discuss how AI is driving innovation in the networking market. They talk about how the toolsets are changing to incorporate AI features as well as how the need to push massive amounts of data into LLMs and generative AI constructs is creating opportunities for companies to show innovation. They also talk about how Ethernet is becoming ascendant in the AI market. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panel: Ron Westfall, Research Director, The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Scott Robohn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottrobohn/ John Freeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-freeman-46489a3/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #NFD36, #AI, #Networking, #LLMs…

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31. Edge Computing is a Melting Pot of Technology 26:53

לפני 32 weeks26:53

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/efd3/ Edge computing is one of the areas where we see startup vendors offering innovative solutions, enabling applications to operate where the business operates rather than where the IT team sit. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast focuses on the melting pot of edge computing and features Guy Currier, John Osmon, Ivan McPhee, and host Alastair Cooke, all of whom attended Edge Field Day in September. To accommodate the unique nature of the diverse and unusual locations where businesses operate, many different technologies are brought together to form the melting pot of edge computing. Containers and AI applications are coming from the massive public cloud data centres to a range of embedded computers on factory floors, industrial sites, and farm equipment. ARM CPUs, sensors, and low-power hardware accelerators are coming from mobile phones to power applications in new locations. Enterprise organizations must still control and manage data and applications across these locations and platforms. Security must be built into the edge from the beginning; edge computing often happens in an unsecured location and often with no human oversight. This melting pot of technology and innovation makes edge computing an innovative part of IT. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Panelists: Guy Currier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guycurrier/ John Osmon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-osmon-2a5a421/ Ivan McPhee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmcphee/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #EFD3, #EdgeComputing, @GuyCurriersFeed, @JohnOsmon, @IvanMcPhee, @DemitasseNZ, @TechFieldDayPod, @TechFieldDay, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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30. There Are Too Many Clouds 24:34

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd21/ Public Cloud computing is a large part of enterprise IT alongside on-premises computing. Many organizations that had a cloud-first approach and are now gaining value from on-premises private clouds and seeing their changing business needs leading to changing cloud use. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast delves into the complexity of multiple cloud providers and features Maciej Lelusz, Jack Poller, Justin Warren, and host Alastair Cooke, all attendees at Cloud Field Day. The awareness of changing business needs is causing some re-thinking of how businesses use cloud platforms, possibly moving away from using cloud vendor specific services to bare VMs. VMs are far simpler to move from one cloud to another, or between public cloud and private cloud platforms. Over time, the market will speak and if there are too many cloud providers, we will see mergers, acquisitions or failures of smaller specialized cloud providers. In the meantime, choosing where to put which application for the best outcome can be a challenge for businesses. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Panelists: Justin Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwarren/ Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Maciej Lelusz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maciejlelusz/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #CFD21, #HybridCloud, #MultiCloud, @TechFieldDayPod, @TheFuturumGroup, @GestaltIT, @TechFieldDay, @DemitasseNZ, @JPWarren, @Poller, @@MaciejLelusz,…

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29. You Don’t Need Post-Quantum Crypto Yet 30:17

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/xfd12/ With the advent of quantum computers, the likelihood that modern encryption is going to be invalidated is a possibility. New standards from NIST have arrived that have ushered in the post-quantum era. You don’t need to implement them yet but you need to be familiar with them. Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Jennifer Minella , Andrew Conry-Murray , and Alastair Cooke in this episode to discuss why post-quantum algorithms are needed, why you should be readying your enterprise to use them, and how best to plan your implementation strategy. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Jennifer Minella: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferminella/ Drew Conry-Murray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewconrymurray/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #XFD12, #Quantum, @NetworkingNerd, @JJX, @DemitasseNZ, @Drew_CM, @GestaltIT, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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28. Network Automation Is More Than Just Tooling 28:29

לפני 35 weeks28:29

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Event: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfdxnokia24/ The modern enterprise network automation strategy is failing. This is due in part to a collection of tools masquerading as an automation solution. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Scott Robohn, Bruno Wollmann, and special guest Mike Bushong of Nokia to discuss the current state of automation in the data center. They discuss how tools are often improperly incorporated as well as why organizations shouldn’t rely on just a single person or team to affect change. They also explore ideas around Nokia Event-Driven Automation (EDA), a new operations platform dedicated to solving these issues.…

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27. Data Infrastructure Is A Lot More Than Storage 25:59

לפני 36 weeks25:59

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/aidifd1/ The rise of AI and the importance of data to modern businesses has driven us too recognize that data matters, not storage. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast focuses on AI data infrastructure and features Camberley Bates, Andy Banta, David Klee, and host Stephen Foskett, all of whom will be attending our AI Data Infrastructure Field Day this week. We've known for decades that storage solutions must provide the right access method for applications, not just performance, capacity, and reliability. Today's enterprise storage solutions have specialized data services and interfaces to enable AI workloads, even as capacity has been driven beyond what we've seen in the past. Power and cooling is another critical element, since AI systems are optimized to make the most of expensive GPUs and accelerators. AI also requires extensive preparation and organization of data as well as traceability and records of metadata for compliance and reproducibility. Another question is interfaces, with modern storage turning to object stores or even vector database interfaces rather than traditional block and file. AI is driving a profound transformation of storage and data. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Camberley Bates, Chief Technology Advisor at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camberleybates/ Andy Banta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybanta/ David Klee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidaklee/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #AIDIFD1, #AI, @TechFieldDay, @SFoskett, @AndyBanta, @CamberleyB, @KleeGeek, @TheFuturuemGroup, @TechFieldDay,…

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26. AI and Cloud Demand a New Approach to Cyber Resilience featuring Commvault 31:24

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Commvault Shift: https://www.commvault.com/shift As companies are exposed to more and more attackers, they're realizing that cyber resilience is increasingly important. On this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, presented by Commvault, Senior Director of Product and Ecosystem Strategy Michael Stempf joins Justin Warren, Karen Lopez, and Stephen Foskett to discuss the growing challenges companies face in today's cybersecurity landscape. As more organizations transition to a cloud-first operation, they’re recognizing the heightened exposure of their data protection strategies to global compliance mandates like DORA and SCI. Adding to this complexity is the emerging threat of AI, raising important questions about how businesses can adapt and maintain resilience in the face of these evolving risks. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Commvault Guest: Michael Stempf, Senior Director, Product and Ecosystem Strategy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-stempf-119bb512/ Panelist: Justin Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwarren/ Karen Lopez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlopez/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #CommvaultShift, #TFDPSpotlight, @Commvault, @TechFieldDay, @TheFutururmGroup, @TechFieldDayPod, @SFoskett, @JPWarren, @DataChic, @GestaltIT,…

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25. Hardware Still Matters at the Edge 20:13

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/efd3/ Hardware innovation at the edge is driven by diverse and challenging environments found outside traditional data centers. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Jack Poller, Stephen Foskett, and Alastair Cooke considering the special requirements of hardware in edge computing prior to Edge Field Day this week. Edge locations, including energy, military, retail, and more, demand robust, tamper-resistant hardware that can endure harsh conditions like extreme temperatures and vibrations. This shift is fostering new hardware designs, drawing inspiration from industries like mobile technology, to support real-time data processing and AI applications. As edge computing grows, the interplay between durable hardware and adaptive software, including containerized platforms, will be crucial for maximizing efficiency and unlocking new capabilities in these dynamic environments. Host: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Panelists: Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast #EFD3 #EdgeComputing…

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24. AI Solves All Our Problems 34:32

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/aifd5/ Although AI can be quite useful, it seems that the promise of generative AI has lead to irrational exuberance on the topic. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded ahead of AI Field Day, features Justin Warren, Alastair Cooke, Frederic van Haren, and Stephen Foskett considering the promises made about AI. Generative AI was so impressive that it escaped from the lab, being pushed into production before it was ready for use. We are still living with the repercussions of this decision on a daily basis, with AI assistants appearing everywhere. Many customers are already frustrated by these systems, leading to a rapid push-back against the universal use of LLM chatbots. One problem the widespread mis-use of AI has solved already is the search for a driver of computer hardware and software sales, though this already seems to be wearing off. But once we take stock of the huge variety of tools being created, it is likely that we will have many useful new technologies to apply. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Frederic Van Haren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredericvharen/ Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Justin Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwarren/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #AIFD5 #TFDPodcast #AI…

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23. Ethernet is Not Ready to Replace InfiniBand Yet 30:49

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AI networking is making huge strides toward standardization but Ethernet isn’t ready to displace the leading incumbent InfiniBand yet. In this episode of the Tech Field Day Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Scott Robohn and Ray Lucchesi to discuss the state of Ethernet today and how it is continuing to improve. The guests discuss topics such as the dominance of InfiniBand, why basic Ethernet isn’t suited to latency-sensitive workloads, and how the future will improve the technology. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panel: Ray Lucchesi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raylucchesi/ Scott Robohn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottrobohn/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #Ethernet, #InfiniBand…

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22. AI is Not a Fad 35:09

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AI Field Day 5 Event Page: ⁠https://techfieldday.com/event/aifd5/⁠ The current hype about building massive generative AI models with massive hardware investment is just one aspect of AI. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Frederic Van Haren, Karen Lopez, Marian Newsome, and host Stephen Foskett taking a different perspective on the larger world of AI. Our last episode suggested that AI as it is currently being hyped is a fad, but the bigger world of AI is absolutely real. Large language models are maturing rapidly and even generative AI is getting better by the month, but we are rapidly seeing the reality of the use cases for this technology. All neural networks use patterns in historical data to infer results, so any AI engine could hallucinate. But traditional AI is much less susceptible to errors than the much-hyped generative AI models that are capturing the headlines today. AI is a tool that augments our knowledge and decision making, but it doesn't replace human intelligence. There is a whole world of AI applications that are productive, responsible, and practical, and these are most certainly not a fad. Host: Stephen Foskett: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/⁠ Panelists: Frederic Van Haren: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredericvharen/⁠ Karen Lopez: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlopez/⁠ Marian Newsome: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannewsome/⁠ Tech Field Day: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday ⁠ Podcast: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod⁠…

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21. AI as We Know It is Just a Fad 34:23

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AI Field Day 5: https://techfieldday.com/event/aifd5/ Although AI is certain to transform society, not to mention computing, what we know if it is unlikely to last much longer. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast brings together Glenn Dekhayser, Alastair Cooke, Allyson Klein, and Stephen Foskett to discuss the real and changing world of AI. Looking at AI infrastructure today, we see massive clusters of GPUs being deployed in the cloud and on-premises to train ever-larger language models, but how much business value do these clusters have long-term? It seems that the true transformation promised by LLM and GenAI will be realized once models are applied across industries with RAG or tuning rather than developing new models. Ultimately AI is a feature of a larger business process or application rather than being a product in itself. We can certainly see that AI-based applications will be transformative, but the vast investment required to build out AI infrastructure to date might never be recouped. Ultimately there is a future for AI, but not the way we have been doing it to date. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Allyson Klein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysonklein/ Glenn Dekhayser: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gdekhayser/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #AI, #GenAI,…

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20. AI Has A Place In Networking Operations 28:37

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Generative AI tools and features are becoming an indispensable part of the way operations teams do their jobs. Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Keith Parsons, Kerry Kulp, and Ron Westfall for this episode discussing the rise of AI tools and how they are implemented. The guests talk about how AI tools should be used by teams to increase their capabilities. They also discuss where AI still has a lot of room to grow and how to avoid traps that could cause issues for stakeholders and champions. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Kerry Kulp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrykulp/ Keith Parsons: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithrparsons/ Ron Westfall, Research Director, The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Tech Field Day: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday ⁠ Podcast: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod⁠ Tags: #TFDPodcast, #Mobility, #AI, @NetworkingNerd, @TechFieldDayPod, @TechFieldDay, @RonWestfallDX, @TheFuturumGroup, @KeithRParsons, @KeKulp, @GestaltIT,…

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19. Network-as-a-Service is More of a Financial Model 25:09

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfd35/ Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) is a very popular topic in the modern enterprise. It promises a way to consume networking technologies in the same way that one would purchase cloud computing by only charging users for what they need. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Jordan Martin, Micheline Murphy, and Robb Boyd join Tom Hollingsworth as they discuss the various ways that Network-as-a-Service can be expressed in an organization. They debate the merits of the operational model versus the financial aspects and how NaaS blends into the wider industry trends. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Jordan Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordankmartin Micheline Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheline-murphy-ba165b53/ Robb Boyd: http://www.linkedin.com/in/robbboyd Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #NFD35, #Networking, @NetworkingNerd, @TechFieldDay, @TheFuturumGroup, @RobbBoyd, @MichyfishMurphy, @BCJordo,…

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18. The Mainframe is Still Going Strong 26:54

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Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE Kansas City 2024 Event Page Despite the hype about modern applications, the mainframe remains central to enterprise IT and is rapidly adopting new technologies. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Steven Dickens, Geoffrey Decker, and Jon Hildebrand talking to Stephen Foskett about the modern mainframe prior to the SHARE conference. The modern datacenter is rapidly adopting technologies like containerization, orchestration, and artificial intelligence, and these are coming to the mainframe world as well. And the continued importance of mainframe applications, especially in finance and transportation, makes the mainframe more important than ever. There is a tremendous career opportunity in mainframes as well, with recent grads commanding high salaries and working with exciting modern technologies. Modern mainframes run Linux natively, support OpenShift and containers, and support all of the latest languages and programming models in addition to PL1, Cobol, DB2, and of course zOS. We're looking forward to bringing the latest in the mainframe space from SHARE to our audience. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Steven Dickens, Chief Technology Advisor for The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpdickens/ Geoffrey Decker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreydecker/ Jon Hildebrand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonhildebrand Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #TFDx, #SHAREKC24, @TechFieldDay, @TheFuturumGroup, @SFoskett, @StevenDickens3, @GestaltIT, @TechFieldDayPod, @SnoopJ123, @GeoffreyMusik,…

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17. Network Engineering is a Dying Career Field 28:06

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/nfd35/ Network Engineering isn’t the hottest profession on the block and people have expressed concerns that the profession is going to be subsumed into other disciplines in the near future. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Tom Hollingsworth joins Andy Lapteff and Remington Loose at the table to discuss the decline in network engineering roles. They also talk about changes in perceptions as well as the industry. They close out by discussing the future outlook for roles involving network engineering. Host: Tom Hollingsworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Remington Loose: https://www.linkedin.com/in/remington/ Andy Lapteff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andylapteff/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #NFD35, #Networking, @NetworkingNerd, @TechFieldDay, @TheFuturumGroup, @LocalPref_Net, @AndyLapteff,…

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16. Open Source Helps Small Businesses Modernize Applications 23:11

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/adfd1/ Open-source platforms and managed services are a huge help when it comes to modernizing applications, especially for smaller businesses. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded at AppDev Field Day, includes Stephen Foskett and Paul Nashawaty discussing the challenges and solutions for small businesses in modernizing applications. Small businesses often face significant challenges when it comes to modernizing their applications, primarily due to limited resources and the complexity of cutting-edge technologies. While larger enterprises might have the capacity to adopt sophisticated technologies like microservices, AI, and advanced security systems, smaller companies struggle to keep pace. However, the availability of open-source technologies and managed services provides a viable pathway for these businesses to modernize incrementally. By leveraging open-source platforms and engaging with managed services, small businesses can modernize their applications without the need for extensive in-house expertise or substantial upfront investment. This approach allows them to progressively adopt new technologies and improve their competitive position in the market. Host: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panel: Paul Nashawaty, Practice Lead, Application Development Modernization at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulnashawaty/ Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod #TFDPodcast, #ADFD1, #AppDev, @TechFieldDay, @techFieldDayPod, @TheFuturumGroup, @SFoskett, @Poller, @PNashawaty,…

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15. On-Premises Networks Need to Work Like Cloud Networks 30:57

לפני 48 weeks30:57

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On-premises networks are still very common for specialize applications and need to adopt cloud network operational models. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by experts Ron Westfall, Chris Grundemann, and Jeremy Schulman as they discuss how to better implement these preferred methods. They also debate how each model has different requirements and may face headwinds in an enterprise.…

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14. Everything is the Cloud and The Cloud is Everything 25:57

לפני 49 weeks25:57

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The cloud operating model is everywhere these days, and just about everything is now called cloud. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded live at Cloud Field Day 20, includes Stephen Foskett, Jeffrey Powers, Alastair Cooke, and Steve Puluka discussing the true meaning of the term cloud computing. Cloud has evolved from its initial definition by NIST in 2012. The cloud concept is ubiquitous, adopted from personal devices to industrial IoT and data centers. The cloud operating model abstracts the complexity of underlying infrastructure, allowing businesses to focus on their core differentiators. But even though the cloud is everywhere, the panelists concluded that while the cloud is everywhere, not everything is the cloud. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panel: Steve Puluka: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spuluka/ Alastair Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Jeffrey Powers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geekazine/ Tech Field Day: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.techfieldday.com⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday/⁠⁠ Podcast: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #CFD20, #Cloud, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @SFoskett, @TheFuturumGroup, @SPuluka, @DemitesseNZ, @Geekazine,…

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13. GenAI is Revolutionizing the Enterprise 24:38

לפני 50 weeks24:38

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Generative AI will revolutionize enterprise IT, but not in the way people expect. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast includes Stephen Foskett discussing the impact of GenAI with Jack Poller, Calvin Hendryx-Parker, and Josh Atwell at AppDev Field Day. The discussion centered around the potential impact of generative AI on enterprises, debating whether it will significantly transform business operations or merely offer incremental improvements. Generative AI is still in its infancy and may not yet provide revolutionary benefits, but there is great potential for AI in automating tasks and enhancing efficiencies despite challenges in implementation and validation. We must be realistic when it comes to the application of AI in enterprises, and it is important to understand the real capabilities and limitations, and the role of existing vendors in integrating AI functionalities into their products. Event Page: ⁠https://techfieldday.com/event/adfd1/⁠ YouTube Playlist: ⁠https://youtu.be/dysgHskNms4?feature=shared⁠ Host: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/⁠ Panelists: Calvin Hendryx-Parker: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvinhp/⁠ Jack Poller: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/⁠ Josh Atwell: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshatwell/⁠ Tech Field Day: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday/⁠ Podcast: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #ADFD1, #TFDPodcast, #GenAI, @SFoskett, @Poller, @CalvinHP, @Josh_Atwell, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @TheFuturumGroup, @GestaltIT,…

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12. It's Time for Private 5G in the Enterprise 24:39

לפני 51 weeks24:39

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/atm24/ Wi-Fi has changed the way we work in the office but it’s not the only wireless technology. Challenging environments require new solutions like private 5G. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Mark Houtz and Shaun Neal as they discuss the rise of private LTE/5G technologies outside of the carrier space. They discuss the use cases where private 5G makes the most sense as well as why teams would choose to deploy this technology in the uncarpeted enterprise. The wrap up by suggesting questions that should be asked before embarking on a private 5G deployment. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Practice Leader and Tech Field Day Event Lead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Shaun Neal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunneal/ Mark Houtz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhoutz/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday/ Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #NFDx, #ArubaAtmosphere, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod,…

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11. Cloud Native is Just a Marketing Term 32:19

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Event Page: https://techfieldday.com/event/cfd20/ Software developers used to use the term cloud native to describe applications that are designed for the cloud, but today it seems to be more of a term for containerized applications. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded ahead of Cloud Field Day 20, includes Guy Currier, Jack Poller, Ziv Levy, and Stephen Foskett discussing the true meaning of cloud native today. Merely running a monolithic application in containers doesn’t make it cloud native, though it certainly can be beneficial. To be truly cloud native, an application has to be microservices based and scalable, and built to take advantage of modern application platforms and resources. There is some question whether a cloud native application needs to have API access, telemetry and observability, service management, network and storage integration, and security. But ultimately the words used to describe an application are less important than the value and benefits of it. Although it is disappointing that the definition of cloud native has been watered down, the core concepts still have value. Host: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panel: Ziv Levy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zivlevy/ Jack Poller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackpoller/ Guy Currier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guycurrier/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod…

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10. AI is the New Blockchain 23:09

לפני 1 year23:09

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AI is at the top of the hype cycle and it feels unstoppable. Once upon a time blockchain was in the same place. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Evan Mintzer and Jody Lemoine. They tackle the surge behind AI development as well as the way the technology is portrayed in the industry. They compare how blockchain and AI are both solutions in search of a problem and how AI might better avoid the fate of DeFi. Also discussed is the potential way for AI-related companies to avoid issues with the AI bubble popping. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Practice Lead and Tech Field Day Event Lead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Delegates: Evan Mintzer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmintzer/ Jody Lemoine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyl/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #TFDx, #CiscoLive24, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @Cisco,…

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9. Application Modernization Requires Good Security Practices 32:57

לפני 1 year32:57

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As application development and modernization moves forward, security has never been more important. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast introduces AppDev Field Day with a discussion of the importance of DevSecOps featuring Paul Nashawaty, Mitch Ashley, Michael Levan, and Stephen Foskett. Application security isn't just about the vulnerabilities in the application itself; the entire software stack must be secure. There are many approaches, from vulnerability scanning to minimization of the attack surface, but the most important thing is to build security into software from the start. There are many parallels between physical infrastructure and software applications, with many of the same security considerations. Various components make up a software bill of materials (SBOM) and any of these can expose a vulnerability or be attacked. Platform engineering is an important connector between infrastructure and developers, and plays a major role in reducing the attack surface. It's all about bringing expertise to the table to build supportable and secure platforms for modern applications. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panel: Micheal Levan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellevan/ Mitch Ashley, Principal Analyst and CTO, Techstrong Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellashley/ Paul Nashawaty, Practice Lead, Application Development Modernization at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulnashawaty/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #ADFD1, #AppDev, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @GestaltIT, @TechstrongTV, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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8. Techstrong Editorial Platform Engineering Is the Revenge of IT Operations 31:34

לפני 1 year31:34

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Platform Engineering is the Revenge of IT Operations Description: The rise of platform engineering demonstrates how difficult it has been to balance DevOps between developers and operations. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features a discussion of platform engineering with Mitch Ashley and Mike Vizard of Techstrong Group and Stephen Foskett and Tom Hollingsworth of Gestalt IT. We explore the dynamic interplay between DevOps and platform engineering, two methodologies shaping the modern IT landscape. DevOps fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous integration, and rapid software deployment, promoting agility and innovation. However, the challenges of scalability and standardization within DevOps have given rise to platform engineering, which focuses on creating and managing standardized development and operational platforms. This approach aims to enhance DevOps by providing a stable foundation, allowing developers to concentrate on coding and innovation. We delve into how these seemingly divergent approaches are, in fact, complementary, balancing the need for speed and innovation with the demands of security, compliance, and scalability in the ever-evolving IT industry. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Practice Lead and Tech Field Day Event Lead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Mitch Ashley, Principal Analyst and CTO, Techstrong Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellashley/ Mike Vizard, Chief Content Officer, Techstrong Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvizard/ Tech Field Day: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday⁠ Podcast: Website: ⁠https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #PlatformEngineering, #ITOperations, @TechstrongTV, @Techfieldday, @SFoskett, @NetworkingNerd, @GestaltIT, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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7. Wi-Fi 7 Isn’t Enough For Future Wireless Needs 36:19

לפני 1 year36:19

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New technology standards can’t anticipate how users will consume content and applications and revisions to the standards will be adopted to meet their needs. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Ron Westfall, Drew Lentz, and Rocky Gregory as they discuss where Wi-Fi 7 falls short. Even though Wi-Fi 7 is a new standard it is still based on older thinking and users have changed the way they consume content and applications. This episode discusses the difference between cloud-hosted applications and local software as well as the drive to increase performance on edge access points to include faster response times to things like AI assistants. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Practice Lead and Tech Field Day Event Lead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Ron Westfall, Practice Lead at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-westfall-b7679a/ Drew Lentz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewlentz/ Rocky Gregory: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockycwne/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #MFD11, #WiFi7, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @TheFuturumGroup, @NetworkingNerd, @WirelessNerd, @RonWestfallDX, @BionicRocky,…

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6. Data Quality is More Important Than Ever in an AI World with Qlik 34:53

לפני 1 year34:53

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In our AI-dominated world, data quality is the key to building useful tools. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Drew Clarke from Qlik discussing best practiced for integrating data sources with AI models with Joey D'Antoni, Gina Rosenthal, and Stephen Foskett before Qlik Connect in Orlando. Although there is a lot of hype about AI in industry, companies are realizing the risks of generative AI and large language models as well. Solid data practices in terms of data hygiene, proven data models, business intelligence, and flows can ensure that the output of an AI application is correct. The proliferation of Generative AI is also causing a rapid increase in the cost and environmental impact IT systems and this will impact the success of this technology. Good data practices can help, allowing a lighter and less expensive LLM to produce quality results. The Tech Field Day delegates will learn more about these topics at Qlik Connect in Orlando, and we will be recording and sharing content as well. Host: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett Qlik Representative: Drew Clarke, General Manager & EVP, Data Business Unit at Qlik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewdclarke/ Delegates: Gina Rosenthal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gminks/ Joey D'Antoni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephdantoni/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #QlikConnect, #Sponsored, #AI, @Qlik, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @SFoskett, @GMinks, @GestaltIT, @JDAnton,…

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5. Containerization is Required to Modernize Applications at the Edge 36:38

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Modern applications are widely deployed in the cloud, but they're coming at the edge as well. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Alastair Cooke and Paul Nashawaty from The Futurum Group, Erik Nordmark from ZEDEDA, and host Stephen Foskett discussing the intersection of application modernization and edge computing. As enterprises look to deploy more applications at the edge they are leveraging technologies like Kubernetes and containers to enable portability, scalability, resilience, and high availability. In many cases customers are moving existing web applications to the edge to improve performance and security, but not all webscale technologies are appropriate on the limited hardware, environmentals, and connectivity found at the edge. The question is whether to improve the edge compute platform or build resiliency into the application itself. But there are limits to this approach, since edge locations don't have the elasticity of the cloud and many of the features of Kubernetes were not designed for limited resources. It comes down to developer expectations, since they are now accustomed to the experience of modern webscale platforms and expect this environment everywhere. In the future, we expect WASM, LLMs, and more to be used regardless of location. Host: Stephen Foskett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panalists: Alastair Cooke, CTO Advisor at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircooke/ Paul Nashawaty, Practice Lead, Application Development Modernization at The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulnashawaty/ Erik Nordmark, CTO and Co-founder, ZEDEDA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-nordmark-77124310/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #EdgeComputing, #Kubernetes, @ZEDEDAEdge, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPodcast, @TheFuturumGroup, @DemitasseNZ, @SFoskett, @PNashawaty,…

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4. Security Audits Cause More Harm Than Good 25:45

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Security audits are painful and often required for compliance but they aren’t adversarial unless you have a bad auditor or bad policy compliance. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth sits down with Teren Bryson, Skye Fugate, and Ben Story to discuss the nuances of audits. The panel discusses the discovery of technical debt, external versus internal auditing, the need for flexibility in procedures. and how good auditors can make for a more positive outcomes. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Event Lead for Tech Field Day: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panel: Ben Story: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benstory/ Skye Fugate: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skye-f/ Teren Bryson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teren/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod…

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3. AI is Smarter Than Your Average Network Engineer 20:29

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Recent advances in AI for IT have shown the huge potential for changing the way that we do work. However, AI can’t replace everyone in the workforce. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Rita Younger, Josh Warcop, and Rob Coote as they look at how the hype surrounding AI must inevitably be reconciled with the reality of real people doing work. They discuss the way that AI is judged for its mistakes versus a human as well as how marketing is pushing software as the solution to all our staffing ills. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Event Lead for Tech Field Day: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Josh Warcop: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warcop/ Rita Younger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritayounger/ Rob Coote: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robcoote/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #NFD34 #Networking #TFDPodcast @TechFieldDay @TechFieldDayPod…

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2. Cyber Resiliency is Just Data Protection 28:31

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Cyber Resiliency is a term that encompasses much more than simply protecting data. This episode features Tom Hollingsworth joined by Krista Macomber and Max Mortillaro discussing the additional features in a cyber resiliency solution and the need to understand how data needs to be safeguarded from destruction or exploitation. The episode highlights the shift from reactive to proactive measures as well as the additional integrations that are needed between development, deployment, and operations teams to ensure success. Host: Tom Hollingsworth, Event Lead for Tech Field Day: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingnerd/ Panelists: Krista Macomber, Research Director, The Futurum Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krista-macomber/ Max Mortillaro, Consultant and Co-Owner of TECHUnplugged: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxmortillaro/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TFDPodcast, #XFD11, #CyberResiliency, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @NetworkingNerd, @MaxMortillaro, @KLMacomber, @TheFuturumGroup,…

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1. Credible Content From the Community is More Important than Ever 30:13

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There is a hazardous amount of AI-generated and SEO-oriented content being generated, and the solution is real stories from real communities. In the first episode of Tech Field Podcast, recorded on-site at AI Field Day, Stephen Foskett chats with Frederic Van Haren, Gina Rosenthal and Colleen Coll about confronting inauthentic content. The internet is inundated with low-quality, AI-generated, and SEO-driven content, and the antidote is the cultivation of real, credible voices within the tech community. The discussion focuses on the importance of community-driven content and the credibility of individual voices in an era dominated by content optimized for algorithms rather than human engagement. The rise of generative AI in content creation and consumption is accelerating, and we must all find a balance between technological advancements and human insight. This is the essence of the Tech Field Day experience, which fosters meaningful dialogue among tech professionals and companies in the industry. For fifteen years Tech Field Day has highlighted the critical role of human connection and credible voices in navigating the digital information landscape, and this re-launched podcast is part of that continuing effort. Host: Stephen Foskett, Organizer of the Tech Field Day Event Series: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sfoskett/ Panelists: Frederic Van Haren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredericvharen/ Gina Rosenthal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gminks/ Colleen Coll: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-coll-b971505/ Tech Field Day: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-field-day X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfieldday Podcast: Website: https://www.techfieldday.com/podcast X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/techfielddaypod Tags: #TechFieldDayPodcast, #AIFD4, #AI, #TechFieldDay, @SFoskett, @TechFieldDay, @TechFieldDayPod, @FredericVHaren, @GMinks, @ColleenColl,…

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Cybersecurity is a C-Suite Problem 26:45

לפני 2 years26:45

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As ransomware continues to pose a significant threat to enterprises, C-level executives must collaborate and communicate with IT. This episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, brought to you by Commvault and recorded live in New York at their Shift event, features Thomas Bryant of Commvault along with Gina Rosenthal, Eric Wright, and Stephen Foskett. The discussion focused on the crucial need to bridge departmental gaps so IT and executive management can work together. The panel also emphasized the need for openness about risks, lessons from past attacks and the role of government mandates. Cybersecurity is a C-Suite Problem Ransomware is increasingly becoming a significant issue demanding the attention of C-level executives. As discussed on the On-Premise IT podcast recorded live at Commvault Shift, tackling cyber risks is not just a technical challenge but also one of leadership and governance. Commvault’s focus on cyber resilience brought to light the crucial role of CEO, CIO, and board involvement in addressing such threats. With government mandates pushing for greater accountability within organizations, the responsibility for cybersecurity now extends far beyond the domain of IT and security teams. A key aspect highlighted throughout the discussion was the importance of collaboration between different departments within an organization such as security, networking, and IT operations. This cross-functional collaboration is seen as a critical factor in addressing cyber threats effectively. To facilitate such collaboration, the democratization of information flow is needed. Breaking down departmental silos and fostering free-flowing communication can aid in the rapid identification, reporting, and addressing of potential threats. The shifting paradigm within cybersecurity, from solely focusing on prevention to minimizing damage in case of an attack, also came under discussion. The panel recognized that with the evolution and complexity of cyber threats, a strategy focusing only on prevention may be inadequate in protecting assets. This understanding calls for the regular testing and practicing of incident response plans, critical for building “muscle memory” and reducing potential downtime and lost revenue from cyber attacks. In discussing the SolarWinds case, where the CISO faced criminal prosecution after a cyberattack, the podcast panel underscored the importance of transparency and honesty in cybersecurity. This precedent sets an example for other organizations, emphasizing that surviving an attack should not be a source of shame, but instead, should be an opportunity to learn and enhance security measures. The critical role of government regulations, resulting fines, and the potential incentivization of good cybersecurity practices through monetary means were also discussed as drivers of better cybersecurity practices. Finally, the panel discussed Commvault’s new platform, marrying expert knowledge with proactive measures such as ransomware assessments to aid organizations in enhancing their cybersecurity practices. This approach signifies the industry’s movement away from its “wizards” culture, acknowledging vulnerabilities, and working towards admitting and addressing challenges. In essence, the cybersecurity landscape is one of shared responsibility, transparency, proactive measures, government backing, and technological advancements. Podcast Information * Stephen Foskett is the Publisher of Gestalt IT and Organizer of Tech Field Day . Find Stephen’s writing at…

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You Are Afraid of the Vendor Switch 28:08

לפני 2 years28:08

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Changing or upgrading hardware and software is a scary proposition on the best of days. In this episode, join Tom Hollingsworth along with Keith Parsons, Mike Bolitho, and Lee Badman as they talk about moving from one vendor to another. There is a lot of planning that goes into the decision to upgrade or replace something. It’s even more frightening when you’re removing one vendor’s equipment for another. Learn what to look for and how to make the transition as easy as possible. Podcast Information * Tom Hollingsworth is a Networking and Security Specialist at Gestalt IT and Event Lead for Tech Field Day . You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn and X/Twitter . Find out more on his blog or on the Tech Field Day website . * Keith Parsons is the Managing Director at Wireless LAN Professionals Conference and a long time Field Day Delegate. You can connect with Keith on LinkedIn and on X/Twitter , or visit the WLANPros website to learn more. * Lee Badman is a longtime freelance writer and analyst as well as contributed to and written a number of wireless study guides. You can connect with Lee on LinkedIn or on X/Twitter and find his writings on his blog. * Mike Bolitho is a wireless network engineer for a national hospital system. You can connect with Mike on LinkedIn or on X/Twitter . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Edge is the Third Great Tech Revolution 25:34

לפני 2 years25:34

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Tech is a field full of revolutions and Edge is something special. In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Jim Czuprynski, Gina Rosenthal, and Brian Knudtson give their take on whether or not Edge is a fundamental shift in the status quo or mearly an evolution of other paradigm shifts like Cloud. The panel focuses on the way that Edge strategies are affecting the way we consume content and deploy applications as well as the impacts that Edge has on areas outside of technology. Podcast Information * Tom Hollingsworth is a Networking and Security Specialist at Gestalt IT and Event Lead for Tech Field Day . You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn and X/Twitter . Find out more on his blog or on the Tech Field Day website . * Jim Czuprynski , Oracle DBA and Oracle ACE Director. You can connect with Jim on LinkedIn and on Mastodon , and learn more about him on his website . * Gina Rosenthal , Founder and CEO of Digital Sunshine Solutions . You can connect with Gina on LinkedIn and listen to her podcast, The Tech Aunties Podcast . Learn more on her website . * Brian Knudtson , multi-disciplinary technologist and freelance writer. You can connect with Brian on LinkedIn or on Mastodon and read more on his work on his blog . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Licensing is Ruining Networking 27:37

לפני 2 years27:37

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Software licensing is making networking much more complex and causing networking professionals to be very confused about the state of their discipline. In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Nick Buraglio and Lindsay Hill as they discuss the way that software defined networking (SDN) has changed the feature set of network hardware. Also discussed is the shift in focus to developer assets as well as how to recognize revenue from incremental feature additions as well as deployment of resources to appropriate functions in a network software development company. Podcast Information * Tom Hollingsworth is a Networking and Security Specialist at Gestalt IT and Event Lead for Tech Field Day . You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn and X/Twitter . Find out more on his blog or on the Tech Field Day website . * Nick Buraglio is currently works on the network planning and architecture team for a major international research network. You can connect with Nick on X/Twitter and on LinkedIn and check out his website at the Forwarding Plane . * Lindsay Hill is a networking engineer at a major video game publisher. You can connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn and on X/Twitter or read more on his Website . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Mind the Gap Between Hyperscale and Enterprise IT 35:25

לפני 2 years35:25

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Hyperscale-inspired technology is everywhere in enterprise IT, from Kubernetes to S3 to OCP, but these technologies may not be applicable. This episode of On-Premise IT features Cloud Field Day 18 delegates Allyson Klein, Eric Wright, and Nathan Bennett discussing the cloud gap with Stephen Foskett. Looking at AI, we see a very different deployment model in hyperscale cloud as opposed to enterprise cloud, with this gap in technology, implementation, and talent widening. One impact of the needs of hyperscalers is an increased focus on sustainability, specifically energy consumption. We should also consider how the hyperscale use case distorts the development of technology, which is obvious in CXL, GPUs, and networking technologies. Looking at Cloud Field Day, we see that many of these companies are attempting to bridge this gap, connecting hyperscale cloud technology to the enterprise. This is what makes the event so interesting! Podcast Information * Stephen Foskett , Publisher of Gestalt IT and Organizer of Tech Field Day . Find Stephen’s writing at GestaltIT.com and connect with him on LinkedIn and on Twitter at @SFoskett . * Allyson Klein , Global Marketing and Communications Leader and Founder of The Tech Arena. Yo u can connect with Allyson on Twitter or LinkedIn . Find out more information on the Tech Arena website . * Nathan Bennett , Focusing on Cloud, Automation, AI/ML, and Emerging Technologies. Connect with Nathan on LinkedIn or follow him on Twitter at @vNathanBennett . * Eric Wright is the Chief Content Officer at GTM Delta and is a podcast host on the Disco Posse Podcast . You can connect with hm on Twitter or LinkedIn and find out more about him on the Disco Posse Podcast website . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage ...…

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No One Talks About Edge Backup 22:57

לפני 2 years22:57

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Backing up data at the edge is fraught with challenges concerning the importance of the data and the limitations of the hardware at your disposal. In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Jody Lemoine, Ben Young, and Bart Heungens discuss how edge backup differs from traditional enterprise disaster recovery. They highlight the need to identify data retention requirements for edge systems as well as the pitfalls of using cloud solutions versus local options for disconnected devices or lackluster connectivity situations. The discussion wraps up with questions that operations teams should be asking to get in front of these challenges before disaster strikes. Podcast Information * Tom Hollingsworth is a Networking and Security Specialist at Gestalt IT and Event Lead for Tech Field Day . You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn and X/Twitter . Find out more on his blog or on the Tech Field Day website . * Jody Lemoine , Administrative Officer at Canadian Forces – Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC). You can connect with Jody on LinkedIn and on Twitter . * Ben Young , Head of Cloud Products at Softsource vBridge, a cloud service provider in New Zealand and a Veeam Vanguard. You can connect with Ben on LinkedIn or on Twitter and visit his website to find out more . * Bart Heungens is an technology enthusiast, speaker, and trainer. You can connect with Bart on LinkedIn and on X/Twitter and find out more on his website . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Edge Innovation is Coming from All Directions 36:49

לפני 2 years36:49

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As we’ve discussed all season on Utilizing Edge, innovation is coming from all directions, including hardware, software, and applications. This special crossover episode of the On-Premise IT and Utilizing Tech podcasts features Edge Field Day delegates Brian Knudtson, Ned Bellavance, and Jody Lemoine discussing their perspectives about edge innovation with Stephen Foskett. The primary drivers at the edge are integration, efficiency, and connectivity, as well as the unique needs of the applications there. Starting with hardware, customers are headed in two directions, with more enterprise availability features deployed in some locations and less-capable hardware in others, both in terms of compute and networking. At the software level, most edge infrastructure is hyper-converged, meaning that multiple layers of the stack are integrated in software and managed as one. Although intended as an application platform, Kubernetes is being deployed as a packaging abstraction and distribution solution at the edge. Podcast Information * Stephen Foskett, Publisher of Gestalt IT and Organizer of Tech Field Day . Find Stephen’s writing at GestaltIT.com and on Twitter at @SFoskett . * Brian Knudtson , multi-disciplinary technologist and freelance writer. You can connect with Brian on LinkedIn or on Mastodon and read more on his work on his blog . * Ned Bellavance , Technical Educator and Content Creator. You can connect with Ned on LinkedIn and visit his website to find out more about his content . * Jody Lemoine , Administrative Officer at Canadian Forces – Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC). You can connect with Jody on LinkedIn and on Twitter . Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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No One Understands Storage Anymore 32:33

לפני 2 years32:33

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Although modern-day storage products let us do more with less, and is more capable than ever before, they are also way more complex, and often unintelligible to the masses. Recorded at the recent Storage Field Day event, in this On-Premise IT podcast, Stephen Foskett asks the attending luminaries from the storage industry to define storage in simple terms. With innovation piling high, storage, in the recent years, has slipped away from the grasps of IT professionals, causing add-on stress and pressure. Storage, as a disciple, has grown so vast, that it is only possible to either be a generalist and acquire a broad understanding, or a specialist with narrow focus in one thing. Listen to the discussion to learn how storage professionals working at the heart of IT view and interpret storage. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Erik Ableson Andy Banta Andrea Mauro J Metz Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @EAbleson @AndyBanta @Andrea_Mauro @DRJMetz Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Primary Storage is Becoming Secondary Storage 34:03

לפני 2 years34:03

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The storage industry is increasingly focused on memory rather than traditional storage, and this reflects an architectural shift in the compute stack. This episode of On-Premise IT focuses on the new storage stack, which now includes memory, with Andy Banta, Jim Jones, Vuong Pham, and Stephen Foskett, all of whom are attending Storage Field Day 26 and SNIA’s Storage Developer Conference. The difference between memory and storage was historically based on the technology at hand, but these lines are blurring. The latest systems can address storage and memory in very similar ways, and can apply advanced data management techniques to memory as well as storage. NVMe, NAND flash, CXL, and persistent memory technologies are blurring the lines, and the latest developments in software, as highlighted at SNIA’s SDC, bring new capabilities. As memory becomes more like storage, what was once primary storage has a new job to perform further down in the hierarchy focused on data management, ransomware, and data protection. Memory is Edging Out Primary Storage As reflected in the Storage Field Day presentations and discussions, as well as topics at this year’s SNIA Storage Developer Conference, primary storage is increasingly adopting the traits of secondary storage. This is caused by advancements in memory technology which step into the shoes of primary storage, and a focus on secondary services from primary vendors. Prior to Storage Field Day, Andy Banta, Jim Jones, Vuong Pham, and Stephen Foskett discussed this new storage methodology. The discussion centered around persistent memory and CXL, memory systems, memory layering, and the emerging difficulties with memory tiering. We all agreed that primary storage looks more and more like secondary, while memory near the CPU is gaining traction as “primary memory!” Of course memory isn’t storage, so we have to consider data persistence. Despite the need for speedier data access, we will also always need persistence of stored data, and this must be more than traditional archiving. We must also consider cache coherence, since these systems will have multiple cache levels beyond L1, L2, and L3. CXL (Compute Express Link) provides a path forward, since it will deliver system expansion and cache coherence, even though apprehensions about coherency and processor contention (components of the forthcoming CXL 3.0) have surfaced. Despite these concerns, the protocol’s widespread adoption demonstrates its momentum and potential for radical IT infrastructure transformation. The radical rearrangement of memory and storage, the mounting significance of tiered memory, and the incorporation of breakthrough tools like CXL signal a paradigm shift in understanding primary and secondary storage. Shaping the future of the IT stack, they are ushering in a new era that both challenges and excites the industry. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Jim Jones Andy Banta Vuong Pham Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @K00laidIT @AndyBanta @Digital_KungFu Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on…

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AI Infrastructure Disrupts Enterprise IT with Justin Emerson from Pure Storage 37:44

לפני 2 years37:44

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As enterprises try to deploy infrastructure to support AI applications they generally discover that the demands of this application can disrupt their architecture plans. This episode of On-Premise IT, sponsored by Pure Storage, discusses the disruptive impact of AI on the enterprise with Justin Emerson, Allyson Klein, Keith Townsend, and Stephen Foskett. Heavy duty AI processing requires specialized hardware that more resembles High-Performance Computing (HPC) than conventional enterprise IT architecture. But as more enterprise applications leverage accelerators like GPUs and DPUs, and become more disaggregated, AI starts to make more sense. Power is one key consideration, since companies are more aware of sustainability and are impacted by limited power availability in the datacenter, and efficient external storage can be a real benefit here. This is still general-purpose infrastructure but it increasingly incorporates accelerators to improve power efficiency. One issue for general purpose infrastructure is the concern over security, and enterprise AI applications will certainly benefit from broad access to a variety of enterprise data. Enterprise use of AI will require a new data infrastructure that supports the demands of AI applications but also enables data sharing and integration with AI applications. On-Premises for Today’s Spotlight Podcast: Panelists Allyson Klein Keith Townsend Twitter @TechAllyson @CTOAdvisor Pure Storage Panelist Justin Emerson , Principal Product Manager and Technical Evangelist – FlashBlade at Pure Storage . You can connect with Justin on LinkedIn or on Twitter . Find out more about Pure Storage and FlashBlade on their website . Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Once Again, Snapshots Are Not Backups 26:50

לפני 2 years26:50

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Snapshots are still not backups but the nature of data storage means care must be taken to determine data retention requirements. In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Brian Knudtson, Matt Tyrer, and Richard Kenyan discuss the nature of data protection and recovery point objectives. The rapid pace of cloud storage growth as well as the shift toward using microservices and serverless computing have added additional challenges to the definition of data that needs to be backed up. In addition, the terminology changes with major companies in the space have created confusion in features. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Brian Knudtson Matt Tyrer Richard Kenyan Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @BKnudtson @MattsStylinHat @RichardKenyan Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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VMware Should Focus on the Hypervisor and Networking 35:24

לפני 2 years35:24

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As we head into VMware Explore US 2023, we are forced to consider the company’s strategy once again. Wouldn’t it be better if VMware focused on the hypervisor and networking rather than continually exploring new products and markets? That’s the question posed by Stephen Foskett to Allyson Klein, Andy Banta, and Matt Tyrer in this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast. Focus isn’t a bad strategy, especially given the slow pace of development for cloud-native applications in the enterprise. And VMware’s involvement in edge computing is an enticing new market for their core technologies. But not everyone is convinced that this is the right move! In this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, Stephen Foskett poses the question of focus and strategy for VMware. Allyson Klein, Andy Banta, and Matt Tyrer acknowledged the significance of VMware in the enterprise and the value of their core products, with Banta pointing out the value of moving a running Virtual Machine (VM) from one place to another, memory over-provisioning, and its capability in effectively utilizing multi-core processors. The discussion emphasizes VMware’s relevance for enterprises preferring to run their applications in a modern data center. However, the panel expressed skepticism about VMware’s decision to diversify its focus. VMware initially gained traction by encouraging collaboration among networking, storage, and processor vendors, providing an integral platform that unified these varied technologies. But its decision to compete with these firms by branching out beyond its core competencies has raised concerns among panelists. The panelists’ apprehension was also influenced by emerging technology trends, particularly the rise of edge development and container use. The panelists saw VMware as playing a potentially critical role in edge environments, given its established ties with enterprise IT. They anticipated VMware’s strategies for hypervisor control in multi-cloud to multi-edge settings responding to interoperability challenges. The upcoming VMware Explore event in Las Vegas is highly anticipated by the panelists, as they look forward to insights about the company’s vision and imminent innovations. Especially significant is the fact that this event comes as the company nears takeover by Broadcom. VMware’s steps in leveraging enterprise data center applications beyond data center boundaries, suggesting its involvement in edge compute and storage, will be closely watched. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Allyson Klein Andy Banta Matthew Tyrer Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @TechAllyson @AndyBanta @MattsStylinHat Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Low Code and No Code Aren’t The Magic Solution 26:32

לפני 2 years26:32

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Low Code and No Code automation solutions have been gaining significant popularity. Organizations are embracing them to kickstart or continue automation projects. But are they the right fit for every company? There are considerations to discuss and sizing issues that need to be addressed. You also need to understand the potential impact of having a team dedicated to a solution and not a methodology. In this episode, Carl Fugate, John Osmon, and Girard Kavelines discuss where Low Code and No Code make sense and where you should consider using a different tool. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Carl Fugate John Osmon Girard Kavelines Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @CarlFugate @JohnOsmon @GKavelines Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Startups are Tech Trailblazers for the Giants 38:54

לפני 2 years38:54

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As tech giants struggle to adapt to changing business conditions, startups are quick to blaze new trails. This episode of On-Premise IT, hosted by Stephen Foskett and featuring Rose Ross, Tim Crawford, and Justin Warren, compares the tech world to an environment where small, innovative startups are advancing while larger, traditional companies fight to keep their market dominance. Companies can only flourish if they are able to understand the evolving needs of the industry, while startups can close the gap in markets they overlook. When it comes to IT products, CIOs are no longer the primary customer, necessitating a better understanding of who the target audience is and how to communicate effectively with them. You can find out more about Tech Trailblazers and get more information on the awards by heading over to their website . Learn more about AVOA by signing up for their newsletter or visiting their website . In the fast-paced world of information technology, where the landscape is constantly evolving, small startups have emerged as the tech trailblazers, driving progress and revolutionizing the industry. The significance of these small ventures making their way in the tech world is the focus of The On-Premise IT Podcast hosted by Stephen Foskett. Joined by Rose Ross, Justin Warren, and Tim Crawford, the panel delves into the challenges faced by established companies in adapting to change and the opportunities that arise for startups to innovate. Large, traditional companies often struggle to adapt to the rapid evolution of the tech industry, leaving them ill-prepared to meet the changing needs of consumers. On the other hand, startups thrive by identifying gaps in the market and overlooked opportunities that incumbents might have missed. This ability to innovate and offer solutions tailored to emerging customer expectations becomes the driving force behind the success of small startups. One critical aspect that differentiates startups from established companies is their approach to understanding the customer. While larger companies may struggle to decipher the true needs of their customers, startups have the advantage of being closer to their target audience, enabling them to create products that directly address specific pain points. However, the panel notes that as startups innovate, their target audience may shift, necessitating a refined understanding of who to target and how to communicate effectively. Startups tend to be trailblazers, envisioning and creating solutions for future problems rather than focusing solely on current issues. This forward-looking approach allows them to carve out unique spaces in the market. However, it is crucial for startups to ensure that the solutions they develop genuinely add value and fulfill the customer’s needs. Startups must avoid the trap of solving problems that may not require immediate solutions or deliver tangible benefits to their customers. The shift towards software-dominated solutions and the leverage of open-source and cloud components have significantly reduced entry barriers for startups. Software development has become more accessible compared to hardware development, allowing startups to explore innovative ideas without significant upfront costs. Additionally, the industry’s focus on interoperability and flexibility opens doors...…

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Hybrid Environments Require Cloud DR 31:54

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One of the most attractive use cases for VMware was disaster recovery, and the availability of cloud infrastructure enhances this use case. That’s the topic of this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, sponsored by Pure Storage. Cody Hosterman, Calvin Hendryx-Parker, Ned Bellavance, and Stephen Foskett discuss the use case for disaster recovery in the cloud. Although each cloud platform has different virtual machine capabilities, most now have a storage platform like Pure Storage Cloud Block Store, which is available in AWS and Azure. In addition to the pay-as-you-go aspect, the consistency of operations when using a compatible storage solution between the datacenter and the cloud is extremely compelling. Once data is in the cloud it opens the door to cloud-native applications and modernizing the enterprise as a whole. On-Premises for Today’s Spotlight Podcast: Panelists Ned Bellavance Calvin Hendryx-Parker Twitter @Ned1313 @CalvinHP Pure Storage Panelist Cody Hosterman , Sr. Director of Product Management – Cloud, at Pure Storage . You can connect with Cody on Twitter or on LinkedIn . To learn more about Pure Storage , head to their website . Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Network-as-a-Service is the End of Network Engineering Roles 26:39

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Network-as-a-Service is a new concept. Or is it? The ideas behind having someone else working on your network infrastructure are as old as the industry. With the advent of public cloud becoming the dominant form of IT consumption the industry is taking a second look at NaaS. In this podcast episode Drew Conry-Murray, Mohammad Ali, and Pat Allen discuss the definition of Network-as-a-Service, the various different kinds of adoption models that NaaS can take, and how enterprises small and large can find benefits. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Drew Conry-Murray Pat Allen Mohammad Ali Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @Drew_CM @Layer8Packet @malief46 Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Network Testing Is Critical 26:54

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The importance of testing cannot be understated. Network testing is more than just working bandwidth or certifying network components. Applications play an important role in determining how networks should operate. So too does the role of components integrated with each other at the unit and system level. The sponsor of this episode, Keysight , brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion borne from years of experience in the networking testing space. Learn how Keysight uses that knowledge and experience to the modern world of high speed Ethernet and the needs of companies deploying it at scale. On-Premises for Today’s Spotlight Podcast: Panelists Tim Bertino Nick Buraglio Twitter @TimBertino @ForwardingPlane Keysight Technologies Panelist: Charles Seifert , Sr. Manager, Product Management, Hardware Platforms at Keysight Technologies . You can connect with Charles on LinkedIn and learn more on Keysight Technologies’ website . You can also scan the QR code below. Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @Networking Nerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Security is not Privacy 27:42

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Modern information security teams have a need for visibility to ensure user safety. Traffic flows and patterns are analyzed for anomalies and polices are put in place to ensure everyone is secure. However, protecting the data that you’ve collected is an even bigger task. Organizations need to ensure users have their identities and patterns hidden away from those that might use them for nefarious purposes. In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Roy Chua, Karen Lopez, and Alex Neihaus join Tom Hollingsworth to debate the need for organizations to secure their enterprise but also keep user data private and why the gap between the two aims is easy to lose sight of while making business policy. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Karen Lopez Roy Chua Alex Neihaus Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @DataChick @WireRoy @Yobyot Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Hardware Doesn’t Matter Anymore 15:10

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In this age of software, cloud, and platforms, custom hardware seems to be a lost art. In this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, Joep Piscaer, Max Mortillaro, Steve McDowell, and Stephen Foskett consider whether hardware really matters anymore. Given that developers generally prioritize higher-level abstractions and platforms, they often ignoring the importance of hardware. But we can argue that optimizing hardware is crucial for efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. The importance of hardware is dependent on the specific use case or context. And developers should be educated about the impact of their hardware choices. The possibility of regulations being introduced to enforce efficiency and optimize hardware usage should also be considered. The panelists debated whether hardware is truly relevant in today’s IT landscape. It was observed that developers often focus on higher-level abstractions and platforms, caring less about the underlying hardware. However, some panelists emphasized the importance of hardware optimization, highlighting its impact on efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. The role of hardware was seen as varying depending on the specific use case or context. While developers may not prioritize hardware, it was argued that they should be educated about its significance to make more informed decisions and consider aspects like energy efficiency. Looking towards the future, the panelists speculated that hardware optimization could become increasingly important, especially for product vendors operating in an abstracted software-defined world. As software becomes more efficient and abstracted from hardware, there is an opportunity for vendors to differentiate themselves by offering optimized hardware solutions. They also discussed the possibility of regulations being implemented to enforce efficiency and encourage hardware optimization. This could be accomplished through measures such as introducing taxes or incentives based on hardware usage. In conclusion, the panelists agreed that while developers may not prioritize hardware, its relevance is still important for efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. The need for hardware optimization may vary depending on the use case or context. However, there was consensus on the importance of educating developers about the impact of their hardware choices. The conversation also touched on the possibility of regulations being introduced to enforce efficiency and optimize hardware usage. For further discussion on this topic, the panelists shared their contact information, making it easier for listeners to engage with them. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Joep Piscaer Max Mortillaro Steve McDowell Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @JPiscaer @MaxMortillaro @SR_McDowell Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND…

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Silos Are Sabotaging Your Security Strategy 25:08

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IT is full of siloes. They help ensure that experts are working on the areas they are best suited for. However, siloes are a problem for security teams. When you need information and visibility the walls insulating your other teams become a barrier. How can we address this in the security space? And what does the CIO need to know to make everyone more effective? In this episode, join Alex Neihaus, Karen Lopez, and Bruno Wollmann as we explore the impact that siloes have on our security strategy. This episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast focuses on the challenges posed by the siloed nature of enterprise IT departments, which often hinder effective security practices. This fragmentation within organizations makes it particularly difficult to implement cohesive security measures that cover all aspects of an enterprise’s infrastructure and systems. While enterprise IT departments are often divided into separate teams, attackers do not limit their efforts to specific silos. They exploit vulnerabilities across the entire system, necessitating holistic security measures. Recognizing this, organizations must strive to break down silos and develop cross-silo solutions to effectively protect against cyber threats. In the realm of data security, internal threats are just as significant as external ones. Malicious actors within an organization can cause significant harm to data integrity and confidentiality. Hence, it is crucial to address internal security risks alongside external threats. This requires collaboration and cooperation between different teams, which can be challenging due to conflicting priorities and differing perspectives. The implementation of cross-silo security solutions can sometimes lead to disagreements between teams. IT and security teams may have different approaches, preferences, or priorities, causing friction and delays in the decision-making process. However, when security and IT teams share common goals, trust can be built, leading to increased collaboration and more effective security strategies. While security policies are essential for safeguarding organizations, they can be poorly implemented in technology, resulting in tension between IT and security teams. In some cases, security measures can impede the smooth operation of systems or restrict the flexibility required by IT teams. Striking a balance between robust security and operational efficiency is crucial for ensuring the overall success of an organization’s security efforts. To achieve optimal security, it is necessary to maintain awareness of security issues. However, information overload can sometimes lead to a lack of understanding of the underlying technology. It is important to strike a balance between staying informed about security threats and vulnerabilities while ensuring that IT professionals possess a deep understanding of the technologies they work with. This helps bridge the gap between security and IT teams and facilitates effective collaboration in implementing security measures. To address the challenges posed by siloed IT departments and enhance security, organizations should consider adopting a more balanced approach. This entails breaking down silos through education, support, and increased visibility into business needs. Additionally, job descriptions within IT departments should evolve to reflect the importance of cross-functional expertise, encouraging the cultivation of generalists who possess knowledge in networking, database management, and application development. By fostering collaboration and eliminating silos, organizations can achieve a more robust and comprehensive security posture that aligns with business objectives.…

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Constant Rebranding is Ruining Your Sales Cycle 19:54

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You may be intimately familiar with brands and their products for some lines but not everything is iconic. Companies rebrand products all the time in order to get rid of per performers or try to increase sales. In the world of enterprise IT does that mean it’s more difficult to figure out what you’ve bought? Or how best to support it? In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Zoe Rose, Eric Steward, and Josh Warcop discuss the challenges faced in constant rebranding and how your efforts to put on a fresh face may lead to hard feelings. In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, the panel discusses the negative impact of constant rebranding in the IT industry. They highlight how the confusion caused by changing product names and lack of documentation creates challenges for users and customers. The panelists share their experiences with Cisco’s security products and the difficulty of identifying and understanding the specific functionalities of each product. They also discuss the frustration of dealing with outdated domains and the need to constantly relearn and adapt to new product names. The conversation then shifts to the importance of market education and how the constant rebranding hinders the sales cycle. The panelists express concerns about not having enough time to learn about the products they are working with or supporting, which affects their ability to provide effective sales solutions. They emphasize the need for clear documentation and product comparisons to help users make informed purchasing decisions. The panelists acknowledge the challenges of maintaining consistent branding and the potential confusion it can create. They mention examples like Cisco Catalyst switches, which can refer to access points or routers, and Apple’s macOS versions, which have undergone multiple name changes. While consistency can be beneficial, it can also lead to problems when expectations are not met. They discuss the balance between leveraging existing brand reputation and avoiding negative associations or becoming synonymous with subpar products. The panel also explores the concept of genericized trademarks, where a brand name becomes synonymous with a specific product category. They highlight Palo Alto’s success in becoming synonymous with application-level firewalls and how this can both benefit and harm a company’s reputation. Finally, they discuss the challenge of leveraging acquired brands like Meraki to reshape perception and whether it’s a positive move for a company like Cisco. They debate the trade-offs between simplicity and the loss of complexity, emphasizing the importance of understanding the target market’s needs and skill levels. Overall, the panel agrees that constant rebranding can have a detrimental effect on sales cycles and customer perception. They stress the significance of clear documentation, market education, and finding a balance between consistency and adaptability in branding strategies. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Josh Warcop Zoë Rose Eric Stewart Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @Warcop @RoseSecOps @BotFodder Twitter…

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Machine Learning is Best Suited for Security 29:22

לפני 2 years29:22

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Although artificial intelligence, specifically machine learning and large language models, is in the news, it isn’t very useful in enterprise IT. In this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, Karen Lopez, W. Curtis Preston, Michael Levan, and Stephen Foskett discuss the use case for AI in security. The panel acknowledges that machine learning can be beneficial in identifying anomalies and patterns that humans may overlook. It can assist in generating policies, templates, and rule sets, as well as providing best practices based on aggregated data. However, they also express concerns about the responsible use of AI and the need for training models on specific environments to ensure effectiveness. They highlight the importance of having the right data sets and the challenges of dealing with the black box nature of machine learning. Despite potential exploits and limitations, they agree that AI is currently the best tool available for detecting and addressing security threats, such as data exfiltration and unauthorized access. In this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast the discussion focuses on the use of AI in enterprise security. They emphasize the potential benefits of AI, particularly machine learning and large language models, in identifying anomalies and patterns that might go unnoticed by human analysts. By leveraging AI, organizations can generate policies, templates, and rule sets that enhance security measures. Furthermore, AI can provide valuable insights and best practices based on aggregated data, assisting security teams in making informed decisions and strengthening their defenses. Despite these advantages, the panel also raises concerns about the responsible use of AI in security. They emphasize the necessity of training models on specific environments and datasets to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of AI systems. Without proper training, AI algorithms might produce false positives or negatives, leading to inadequate security measures or unnecessary alarm. This highlights the importance of utilizing relevant and high-quality data sets to achieve optimal results. Another challenge discussed in the podcast is the “black box” nature of machine learning models. While AI algorithms can detect and flag suspicious activities, it can be challenging for human operators to comprehend and interpret the reasoning behind those decisions. The lack of transparency poses difficulties in understanding the rationale of AI systems, potentially impeding the ability to trust and effectively utilize them for security purposes. In spite of these challenges, the panel unanimously agrees that AI, at present, is the most powerful tool available for detecting and addressing security threats. It can effectively identify data exfiltration attempts, unauthorized access, and other malicious activities. The panel members emphasize the importance of continuously refining and enhancing AI models to adapt to evolving threats and changing attack techniques. Overall, the discussion offers a balanced view of the use of AI in security. While acknowledging the potential advantages of AI in augmenting human capabilities, the panel highlights the need for responsible implementation, proper training, and ongoing refinement of AI systems. By leveraging the power of AI and combining it with human expertise, organizations can bolster their security defenses and effectively combat sophisticated threats. See all of the Cloud Field Day 17 presentations on the Tech Field Day website or on…

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Predictive Site Surveys Don’t Work 25:32

לפני 2 years25:32

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Can a remote predictive wireless survey achieve the same results as something on-site? Can the current generation of modeling give you the assurances that your design is going to work? And does the coming future of AI-driven development offer any additional capabilities that we don’t see today? In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Kerry Kulp, Peter Mackenzie, and Mohammad Ali discuss the trends of predictive surveys and how we can improve overall design satisfaction. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Kerry Kulp Peter Mackenzie Mohammad Ali Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @KeKulp @MackenzieWiFi @malief46 Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Cloud Workload Repatriation is a Real Problem 38:13

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Enterprise IT is constantly oscillating between centralized and distributed, and we’re currently in a period of repatriation of workloads from the cloud. This episode of the On-Premise IT podcast features three delegates from Cloud Field Day 17, Joey D’Andoni, Eric Wright, and Jason Benecicic, discussing the reality of repatriation of cloud applications with Stephen Foskett of Gestalt IT. Pundits constantly tout the money they save by repatriating from public cloud, but this might not be the best choice especially for smaller organizations. The only way to ensure functionality between on-prem, hybrid, and public cloud is to use them and use each where it is the best solution. Repatriation is especially challenging for today’s SaaS-oriented businesses, since most of these solutions can’t be run on-prem. But even workloads that can be run outside the cloud will likely require re-architecting to run locally. Yet many companies are developing software to ease the transition to and from the cloud, and these make it much easier to repatriate. Finding the Cloud’s Sweet Spot: Navigating Workload Challenges and Unleashing the Power of Hybrid Solutions Enterprise technology has witnessed a pendulum swing between centralized and distributed models, with the cloud representing a distributed approach. However, challenges persist in determining the suitability of cloud for different workloads, considering factors like performance and cost profiles. This has prompted a reevaluation of the cloud’s effectiveness for certain applications. Early cloud adopters often faced the realization that their expectations of cost savings and architectural understanding were not always met. This led to a shift back to on-premises environments. However, technological advancements have reignited the assessment of the cloud’s true cost-effectiveness, highlighting the ongoing challenge of predictability that software solutions have yet to fully address. The initial allure of cloud services was driven by the expertise and offerings of major providers like AWS and Microsoft, which catered to specific purposes and modern workloads that organizations couldn’t handle internally. Over time, hardware advancements and distributed skill sets made running workloads in the cloud more manageable. However, challenges arise when evaluating the benefits of on-premises solutions, particularly for technology-focused organizations with substantial investments and engineering staff. The polarized narrative of being exclusively “all-in” or “all-out” of the cloud fails to recognize the value of hybrid models and the nuanced decision-making required for different workloads and architectures. It is crucial to move beyond trends and focus on evaluating applications and workloads based on their specific needs, using sensible and proven approaches. The cloud offers flexibility, burst capacity, and programmable workload deployment, making it suitable for certain tasks. Instead of abandoning the cloud solely based on cost considerations, organizations can adopt a hybrid approach, strategically choosing which workloads are best suited for on-premises environments and which benefit from the cloud’s capabilities. To optimize cloud adoption, organizations must continuously evaluate their strategies, leveraging tools and evaluating cost models to determine which workloads may be better suited for on-premises environments. Challenges related to storage performance, costs, and capturing accurate metrics must be addressed to ensure cost-efficiency and predictable outcomes. The perception of the cloud as “broken” often stems from human decisions ...…

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QLC SSDs Are Ready for Mainstream with Solidigm 33:37

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As NAND flash memory technology has evolved, MLC, TLC, and QLC has been perceived to compromise both reliability and performance. In this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, we confront the reality of Quad-Level Cell (QLC) SSDs, shedding light on their capabilities and suitability for today’s workloads. Roger Corell of Solidigm, who sponsored this episode, discuss QLC SSD with Karen Lopez, Alastair Cooke, and Stephen Foskett. The industry is increasingly embracing the benefits of QLC SSDs for mainstream workloads, and this discussion debunks common misconceptions, emphasizing the equivalent reliability, performance, and quality of QLC, TLC, and MLC SSDs. With the shifting landscape of read-intensive workloads and the growing data demands, QLC SSDs offer an efficient and cost-effective solution for mainstream applications. On-Premises for Today’s Spotlight Podcast: Panelists Karen Lopez Alastair Cooke Twitter @DataChick @DemitasseNZ Solidigm Panelist: Roger Corell, Director Solution Marketing at Solidigm . Find out more about Solidigm’s SSDs and other products on their website . Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox. The Rise of QLC SSDs for Mainstream Workloads As technology evolves, there are often trade-offs between reliability, performance, and capacity. This has been especially true in the world of NAND flash memory, where multi-level cell (MLC) technology has long been perceived to compromise both reliability and performance. However, in this episode of the On-Premise IT podcast, sponsored by Solidigm, industry experts confront the reality of Quad-Level Cell (QLC) SSDs, shedding light on their capabilities and suitability for today’s workloads. Roger Corell of Solidigm is joined by Karen Lopez, Alastair Cooke, and Stephen Foskett, in a discussion of the advantages of QLC SSDs. In recent years, workloads have shifted towards being more read-intensive, aligning perfectly with the capabilities of QLC flash technology. Solidigm’s fourth-generation QLC SSD drives are a testament to this evolution, delivering impressive capacities of up to 32 TB, a wide range of high-density form factors, and cost-effectiveness tailored for mainstream workloads. These SSDs have even made their way into new form factors like EDSFF E3, offering improved cooling and density for applications beyond traditional data centers and the cloud. One of the persistent misconceptions surrounding QLC SSDs is the belief that increased bit per cell density significantly impacts read performance. However,…

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We Gave Away Too Much To Get Wi-Fi 6E 29:47

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The industry is excited to implement Wi-Fi 6E with all the new devices coming out. Even with regulatory challenges the world is ready for faster connectivity and more reliable signal. But those same regulatory challenges are just part of the myriad of issues. Standards bodies, marketing teams, and even users themselves are asking why it’s taking so long to implement Wi-Fi 6E even after it has been brought to market faster than any Wi-Fi standard in the past. Is that because we gave up too many things to get it here? In this episode, Tom Hollingsworth talks to Sam Clements, Avril Salter, and Mario Gingras to find out whether Wi-Fi 6E got here so fast because we left so much of it behind. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Dr. Avril Salter Sam Clements Mario Gingras Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @AvrilSalterUSA @Samuel_Clements @GingMar Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Don’t Just Store Your Data, Make It Useful with Hammerspace Orchestration 31:43

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There is a wide gap between storing data and making it useful, and it is getting worse with the growing volume of unstructured data. In this episode of On-Premise IT Podcast presented to you by Hammerspace, delegates Justin Warren and Chris Evans get together with Hammerspace’s Head of Global Marketing, Molly Presley, to drill into the pains of managing unstructured data, and learn how Hammperspace addresses them with data orchestration. Data orchestration takes the one-dimensional approach of storing data, to the next level that is cleaning, organizing, enriching and making data accessible across systems. It makes it possible to move large volumes of data across distances. Not bound by any one data or infrastructure type, data orchestration helps businesses handle new kinds of complex data and keep up with their changing uses. On-Premises for Today’s Spotlight Podcast: Panelists Justin Warren Chris Evans Twitter @JPWarren @ChrisMEvans Hammerspace Panelist: Molly Presley , Head of Global Marketing at Hammerspace . Connect with Molly on LinkedIn or learn more on the Hammerspace website . Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox. Key Points Data orchestration involves the movement and utilization of data regardless of its location or format. The challenges posed by unstructured data and the rise of edge computing have emphasized the need for efficient data orchestration solutions. Over the past two decades, the transition has shifted from structured to unstructured data, requiring complex workflows and interconnections between different data types. Unstructured data, such as genomics data, microscopy data, and multimedia data, necessitates effective data orchestration for proper management and utilization. Technology advancements have enabled the decoupling of metadata from individual storage systems, allowing for distributed orchestration and flexibility in leveraging unstructured data. The focus is now on leveraging technology to enable desired actions with data, rather than being constrained by traditional tools. The shift towards NoSQL databases and data lakes reflects the need to make both structured and unstructured data useful and break free from tool limitations. Efficient data orchestration enhances workflows by facilitating data transformations, metadata application, collaboration, archival, retrieval, and interaction, while allowing for flexibility in storage systems and applications.…

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Private 5G Can’t Be Simplified For Enterprises 24:26

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Private 5G is coming to the enterprise near you. Deploying this hot new wireless and mobility technology is a great way to overcome challenges with Wi-Fi and allow IoT devices to be provisioned quickly in remote locations. But with new technologies come new complexity. Can Wi-Fi engineers figure out how to make these two solutions co-exist? And does the complexity of 5G radio technology mean we have to choose between one or the other? In this episode, Avril Salter, Troy Martin, and Keith Parsons discuss the complexity of Private 5G and whether or not it can be simplified for the enterprise. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Dr. Avril Salter Troy Martin Keith Parsons Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @AvrilSalterUSA @TroyMart @KeithRParsons Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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The Edge is a Real Place 33:22

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Although the Utilizing Edge podcast dives deep into the topic of edge computing, it’s worth considering the topic from other perspectives. This episode of the On-Premise IT podcast features Andy Banta, Jim Jones, and Gina Rosenthal discussing the reality of edge with Stephen Foskett, host of Utilizing Edge. After a quick consideration of the various devices that could be considered edge, from mobile phones to 5G base stations to software to Intel NUCs, we discuss the requirements and demands of edge computing. But there are many similarities with datacenter and cloud, including virtual machines and containers, Kubernetes and firewalls, hyper-converged infrastructure and SD-WAN. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Andy Banta Jim Jones Gina Rosenthal Moderator Stephen Foskett Twitter @AndyBanta @K00laidIT @Digi_Sunshine Twitter @SFoskett Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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Lock In Is The Enemy 27:18

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The term “lock in” gets thrown around a lot in IT. It’s the reason why we spend so much time engineering solutions that don’t make us dependent on technologies. But does it really matter in the long run? Is the treatment for lock in really better in the end? Does it matter if it’s in the enterprise or in the cloud? And are we finding ourselves locked in slowly or all at once? In this episode of the On-Premise IT Podcast, Jody Lemoine, Snehal Patel, and Steve Puluka join Tom Hollingsworth to discuss the pros and cons of lock in and how it might not be as bad as you’re imagining. On-Premises for Today’s Podcast: Panelists Jody Lemoine Steve Puluka Snehal Patel Moderator Tom Hollingsworth Twitter @GhostInTheNet @SPuluka @SnehalPatel1410 Twitter @NetworkingNerd Follow us on Twitter ! AND SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter for more great coverage right in your inbox.…

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