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AI optimism is high, but challenges remain

Nicolas Leszczynski, Principal Solution Engineer at Riverbed, discusses the results of the recent Riverbed Global AI & Digital Experience Survey, which finds that organisations are at an inflection point as they accelerate their adoption of AI. Despite high optimism, the report reveals this reality – while 94% of those surveyed say AI is a top C-Suite priority and 91% agree it provides a competitive advantage, only 37% are fully prepared to implement AI projects now, as organisations address challenges ranging from data quality to scalability that are impacting their ability to realise the full benefits of AI.

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IT modernisation - the dos and don'ts

Neil Fowler, SVP of Hybrid Cloud Engineering at Rocket Software, discusses the challenges and opportunities of IT modernisation, offering some valuable insights as to the essential ingredients of a successful IT modernisation strategy, alongside some words of caution as to the pitfalls to avoid.

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AI Transform - Interview with NetApp

Kirsty Biddiscombe, AI, ML and Data Analytics lead for NetApp EMEA, discusses the challenges and opportunities of enterprise AI - with the focus very much on the current skills shortage.

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Inevidesk expands VDI channel partner ecosystem

Tim Whiteley, Cofounder of Inevidesk, has added three new partners to its channel partner programme, as part of its commitment to bringing the benefits of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to the widest possible range of organisations and users, from office workers to those with the highest graphical demands. By challenging the limitations of traditional public cloud and big tech offerings, Inevidesk enables its partners to offer high-performance VDI at an accessible price point.

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Analytics and AI - the perfect combination

Iju Raj, Executive Vice President R&D and Simon Bennett, Director, Research and Innovation, both at AVEVA, discuss the importance of real time data analytics and how AI can help unlock access to this key business enabler, sharing examples of how the company is helping companies in the global industrial sector to achieve the twin objectives of driving sustainability and achieving significant cost savings.

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Always-on resilience marks a shift in cybersecurity thinking

Ian Wood, Senior Director Sales Engineering, Northern Europe Commvault, talks through the highlights of the recent Commvault SHIFT event, which included the launch of Cloud Rewind, which gives cloud-first organisations a secret weapon to transform their cyber resilience capabilities, the availability of the Commvault Cloud cyber resilience platform on AWS and an expanded relationship with Google Cloud. Ian also discusses the findings of Commvault’s recent Cyber Recovery Readiness Report, contrasting the approaches of the most cyber-resilient organisations with those which are less well-prepared to deal with a security breach.

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Networks face the twin challenges of AI and quantum-safe security

Paul Alexander, Nokia's Head of Cloud Infrastructure Business, Europe at Nokia, discusses the network challenges faced by the data centre industry in the face of AI’s rapid expansion, as well as how automation and AI, such as Nokia’s Event-Driven Automation solution, is being harnessed to help address this situation. Paul also the importance of quantum-safe security and the recent 800GbE optical and IP service trial between Chicago and London.

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Evolution or revolution - time for MSPs to decide?

Jason Kemsley, Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Founder, Uptime, discusses the recent UptimeLIVE event, which delivered practical recommendations to help MSPs break through existing growth barriers, moving beyond technical expertise to explore the foundational skills and business acumen needed to excel in today’s market. Jason explains the Emerging MSP model: a new type of Managed Service Provider that outsources operations to accelerate growth and scalability, focuses on the future for IT helpdesks and has some words of wisdom to offer when it comes to AI.

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An e-waste revolution
  • Posted on 16th October 2024 in by Phil Alsop

Jeff Borrman, CEO, Bioscope Technologies, explains the Bioleaching and Bio-refining processes it is developing at industrial scale for the sustainable recovery of base and precious metals from printed circuit boards (PCBs). Bioscope technology will replace traditional treatments that use high-temperature and chemical recovery and is as close to zero-emission as possible, without offsetting. The company is making a multimillion-pound investment in plant and machinery across its four UK PCB recovery and processing facilities as it anticipates a huge growth in industrial scale, sustainable recovery of precious metals.

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POPX helps MSPs to unlock the full potential of the ServiceNow platform

Andy Venables, Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder of POPX, discusses some of the challenges facing MSPs today, including providing a modern or digital service desk experience, managing service delivery in today’s highly complex IT environment and accessing the integration support required when acquiring other Channel organisations. Andy also explains how POPX adds significant value and support to MSPs who are wanting to access the full potential of the highly regarded ServiceNow platform.

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Absolics finds semiconductor Solace
  • Posted on 16th October 2024 in by Phil Alsop

Tom Fairbairn, Distinguished Engineer at Solace, explains how Absolics is using the Solace PubSub+ Platform to establish a real-time information flow across all enterprise applications in its US factory. Absolics is now able to manage its entire API and events environment through one integrated solution, delivering a more automated data streaming and management process with high throughput and no downtime – allowing the company to make faster and more well-informed decisions.

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The importance of understanding your role within an organisation
  • Posted on 16th October 2024 in by Phil Alsop

Louise Lahiff, COO of Version 1, shares her thoughts and insights on being a female leader in the tech industry, reflecting on the changes she has seen in her time working in a range of technical and HR roles, including her her appointment as the first female board member at the company.

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Sytronix has entered a partnership to provide high-performance computing infrastructure for AI startups across emerging markets.
CoreView has launched Corey, an AI agent designed to support IT teams in managing Microsoft 365 security, governance, and administration tasks.
Lenovo introduces advancements to Lenovo 360, aiming to enhance predictability and growth for partners.
Cognizant is partnering with the UK government’s TechFirst initiative to support technology career development for students, researchers, and professionals.

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