Tech Field Day Coverage
Our delegate panel includes independent writers and thought leaders, and we collect their coverage of the event, Tech Field Day presentations, and sponsoring companies here.
Using Agentic AI to Assist Resilience with Opengear
Tom Hollingsworth recently explored how Opengear is leveraging agentic AI to enhance resilience within network management systems. His analysis highlights the significant role AI plays in fortifying network infrastructures against disruptions, ensuring robust and reliable connectivity. For further coverage of Tech Field Day at Cisco Live, you can read more by Tom Hollingsworth on Techstrong IT.
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Using Agentic AI to Assist Resilience with Opengear
cPacket: Every Packet Counts
Lars Trøen provides an insightful overview of cPacket’s technologies, emphasizing how critical each packet is in network monitoring and analysis. He demonstrated how cPacket’s solutions enable deeper visibility into network traffic, significantly aiding in performance tuning and security threat detection. For additional insights from Security Field Day 13, please visit his coverage on this topic.
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Can AI Parse Packet Captures?
Following the Viavi presentation at Cisco Live, Tom Hollingsworth explores the capability of artificial intelligence in interpreting packet captures effectively within IT networks. He investigates whether AI tools can match the diagnostic acumen traditionally reserved for seasoned network engineers. For additional insights on this topic, you can read more articles by Tom on Techstrong IT.
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Apple OS26 Beta & GitHub Spark Breakdown | TSG Ep. 890 – Techstrong TV
In this episode of Techstrong Gang, Stephen Foskett joined Alan Shimel and the panel in discussing Broadcom’s VMware Cloud Foundation 9 launch event. They discussed the Apple OS26 beta, GitHub Spark, and VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9. The VCF 9 event highlights Broadcom’s simplification of VMware’s product lineup and its potential for enterprise private and hybrid clouds. Watch for more great coverage every weekday on Techstrong Gang!
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Apple OS26 Beta & GitHub Spark Breakdown | TSG Ep. 890 - Techstrong TV
Inside the Update: Exploring the Latest Features in Depth
Lino Telera’s latest post provides a thorough exploration of the newest updates and features introduced in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9. His detailed analysis helps professionals grasp the implications and potential benefits of these enhancements for the IT industry. Find more coverage of Broadcom’s VCF 9 launch on Techstrong IT!
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Inside the Update: Exploring the Latest Features in Depth
The Future of Semiconductors and Mainframe Technology | TSG Ep. 911
In this episode of Techstrong Gang, Stephen Foskett discusses the takeaways from the SHARE conference in Cleveland. The panel discussed the booming semiconductor market and the future of mainframes, focusing on energy demands and modernization. They highlighted the importance of supporting organizations like the Open Mainframe Project to develop next-gen mainframe talent as well as presentations by Broadcom and PopUp Mainframe. Watch for more great discussion on the Techstrong Gang every weekday!
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The Future of Semiconductors and Mainframe Technology | TSG Ep. 911
VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0: The Easy Path from Day 0 to Private Cloud
As Lino Telera writes, Broadcom has launched VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0, streamlining the transition from initial setup to a fully operational private cloud. This integration aids organizations in swiftly establishing a robust IT infrastructure by enhancing automation and simplifying operations. For additional coverage of VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0, visit Techstrong IT!
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VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0: The Easy Path from Day 0 to Private Cloud
VCF 9.0 Best Practices: The Network View
Scott Robohn provides an in-depth look at VCF 9.0 Best Practices from a network perspective, highlighting key strategies and insights for optimizing network settings in VMware’s latest update. His review illuminates the nuances of VCF configuration and operation that are crucial for IT professionals. For more coverage of Broadcom’s VCF 9 launch, visit Techstrong IT.
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VCF 9.0 Best Practices: The Network View
You Can’t Build an AI Strategy Without a Data Strategy
A robust AI strategy is fundamentally dependent on having a solid data strategy in place, underscoring the importance of data governance, quality, and integration. Businesses must prioritize these data elements to harness the full potential of AI technologies for better decision-making and operational efficiency. Read more in this article by Barton George following the Solidigm presentation at AI Infrastructure Field Day 2.
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You Can’t Build an AI Strategy Without a Data Strategy
Alkira Global Backbone-as-a-Service
In this sponsored article, Denise Donohue writes about Alkira’s innovative Global Backbone-as-a-Service, which provides enterprises with a scalable, cloud-native network infrastructure solution that enhances global connectivity and simplifies network management. The service leverages a high-performance, multi-cloud network with built-in advanced security features, offering businesses unparalleled agility and reduced operational complexities. For a deeper exploration of Alkira’s offerings, check out other articles on Techstrong IT!
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Alkira Global Backbone-as-a-Service
VMware Cloud Foundation: The Next Gen
Scott Robohn provides a detailed overview of VMware Cloud Foundation’s latest enhancements and implementations, showcasing how they streamline operations and enhance cloud infrastructure scalability and security. The insights are aimed at IT professionals looking to optimize their data center and cloud strategies. For further detailed coverage on Broadcom’s release of VMware Cloud Foundation 9, watch Techstrong IT!
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VMware Cloud Foundation: The Next Gen
Cloud Consumption in Your Data Center With VCF 9.0
Alastair Cooke reviews Cloud Consumption in your Data Center with VCF 9.0, detailing how VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) enhances data center operations by simplifying cloud consumption across hybrid environments. He highlights new features and updates in version 9.0, emphasizing improvements in scalability, management, and overall user experience. For comprehensive coverage of this topic, explore additional insights following our special event with Broadcom focused on VMware Cloud Foundation 9 on Techstrong IT.
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Cloud Consumption in Your Data Center With VCF 9.0
One Platform for All Workloads – VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0
Maciej Lelusz provides a comprehensive overview of VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0, highlighting its capability to support all workloads on a single platform. He emphasizes the platform’s enhancements which aim to simplify operations across private and public clouds, ensuring a more unified and efficient infrastructure. For additional details on this topic, visit CloudNativeNow.
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One Platform for All Workloads - VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0
Tech Field Day Session Recap: #2 – PopUp Mainframe
IBM unveiled PopUp Mainframe at SHARE, addressing mainframe delivery challenges with two editions: Z Edition for Linux on Z and X Edition for x86/cloud. It offers a virtualized mainframe environment with z/OS functionality, development tools, and enhanced data compliance support. Read more in this LinkedIn article by Derek Britton following SHARE Cleveland 2025.
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Tech Field Day Session Recap: #2 - PopUp Mainframe
Tech Field Day Session Recap: #1 – Broadcom
Broadcom presented WatchTower, an observability product that provides actionable insights from data across hybrid IT environments. WatchTower integrates with SRE tools and offers features like topology, alert insights, machine learning, and application profiling. Read more in this LinkedIn article by Derek Britton following SHARE Cleveland 2025.
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Tech Field Day Session Recap: #1 - Broadcom
You Don’t Have an AI Strategy Without a Data Strategy
In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, a solid data strategy is crucial for any meaningful AI implementation. Without a coherent approach to data management, acquisition, and processing, efforts to leverage AI can be significantly hampered, rendering potential advancements ineffective. For further insights, check out more coverage of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 on LinkedIn.
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You Don’t Have an AI Strategy Without a Data Strategy
A Deep Dive into Root Cause Analysis with Aviz Network Copilot
Tom Hollingsworth’s recent article provides a thorough exploration of how Aviz Networks’ Copilot enhances root cause analysis efforts. By employing advanced analytics and machine learning, this tool helps pinpoint and understand the underlying causes of network disruptions more efficiently. Additional coverage of Networking Field Day 38, including this topic, is available on Techstrong IT.
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A Deep Dive into Root Cause Analysis with Aviz Network Copilot
Hedgehog Simplifies On-Premises AI Network Configuration
Tom Hollingsworth recently highlighted Hedgehog’s innovative approach to simplifying on-premises AI network configuration. This solution significantly reduces the complexity involved in setting up and managing AI-driven network tasks, making it more accessible for enterprises. For further insights on this topic, check out the coverage of Networking Field Day 38 provided by our team at CloudNativeNow.
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Hedgehog Simplifies On-Premises AI Network Configuration
The Silent Guardian: How Service Assurance Transforms the End-User Experience
Tom Hollingsworth explores the pivotal role of service assurance in enhancing the end-user experience by ensuring network services function at optimal levels seamlessly and transparently with cPacket. Through in-depth analysis, he highlights how this technology acts as a silent guardian, maintaining the integrity and performance of network systems. For additional insights on Networking Field Day 38, visit Techstrong IT.
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The Silent Guardian: How Service Assurance Transforms the End-User Experience
Chargeback for Network Infrastructure: VCF 9.0 Shows a Way
Scott Robohn explores the concept of chargeback for network infrastructure, an important tool in managing IT costs, using VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0 as a case study. His analysis provides insight into how VCF 9.0 facilitates accurate cost allocation for network resources, which benefits organizational budgeting and transparency. Explore further discussions and analyses by Scott Robohn on this topic at Techstrong IT.
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