Engineered Efficiency: How TCO Reveals the Real Value of IT Choices

Engineered Efficiency: How TCO Reveals the Real Value of IT Choices

By Pat Bodin, Cisco’s Global AI Architect and Adam Braunstein, RFG’s Director of Platform Computing Imagine you’re navigating an iceberg, where the visible tip represents the purchase price of a technology investment. From 500 yards, the peak is clear symbolizing the initial cost of server architecture. As you draw closer, at 50 yards, the above-water portion expands to reveal the total visible cost, representing the capital expenditure (CapEx). Yet, this visible section accounts for only…

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Putting AI Into AIOps: A Future Beyond Dashboards

Putting AI Into AIOps: A Future Beyond Dashboards

In today’s fast-paced IT environment, traditional dashboards and reactive alert systems are quickly becoming outdated. The digital landscape requires a more proactive and intelligent approach to IT operations. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IT Operations (AIOps), a transformative approach that leverages AI to turn data into actionable insights, automated responses, and enabling self-healing systems. This shift isn’t just integrating AI into existing frameworks; it has the potential to fundamentally transform IT operations. The Evolution of…

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The Journey: Quantum's Yellow Brick Road

The Journey: Quantum's Yellow Brick Road

The world of computing is undergoing a revolution with two powerful forces converging: Quantum Computing (QC) and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). While GenAI is generating excitement, it’s still finding its footing in real-world applications. Meanwhile, QC is rapidly maturing, offering solutions to complex problems in fields like drug discovery and material science. This journey, however, isn’t without its challenges. Just like Dorothy and her companions in the Wizard of Oz, we face obstacles along the…

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The Convergence: AI, Confidential Computing, and Blockchain

The Convergence: AI, Confidential Computing, and Blockchain

In the ever-evolving tapestry of technology, three potent forces are coming together: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Confidential Computing, and Blockchain. Each, on its own, has the power to redefine facets of our digital existence. But when combined, they herald a transformative era. Let’s embark on a journey to demystify this convergence and unlock its groundbreaking potential. Setting the Stage Imagine a world where machines possess the ability to think, learn, and decide, mirroring human intelligence. This…

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