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.
So Long, and Thanks for All the Memory – Micron Ceases 3D XPoint Development, Sells Lehi Fab
Earlier this year, Max Mortillaro joined us as a delegate at Storage Field Day and got to see Intel at the event. In this post for TECHunplugged, Max digs into Micron’s announcement of ending the development of 3D XPoint products. TECHunplugged has been following Intel and Micron’s 3D XPoint involvement since 2018. For Max’s analysis on this announcement and its impact, visit TECHunplugged!
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So Long, And Thanks for All the Memory – Micron Ceases 3D XPoint Development, Sells Lehi Fab
Nasuni Puts Your Data Where You Need It
At Storage Field Day earlier this year, Dan Frith had the opportunity to join us as a delegate and see Nasuni’s presentation. In this blog post, Dan takes a look at Nasuni’s offering, noting its 5 key components: UniFS, Virtual Edge Appliances, Management Console, Orchestration Center, and Analytics Connector. Check out his blog to see everything he had to say about Nasuni!
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Nasuni Puts Your Data Where You Need It
Commvault Simplifies Disaster Recovery for Hybrid Multi-Cloud Workloads
At Tech Field Day in December, Commvault showcased its Disaster Recovery solution, which is a part of its Intelligent Data Management platform. This solution can be used as an add-on to Commvault Complete or independently and supports heterogeneous workloads, which include virtual machines, databases, files, folders, storage arrays, and physical servers. Be sure to check out the videos of Commvault’s presentations from Tech Field Day to learn more about its Disaster Recovery solution.
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Commvault Simplifies Disaster Recovery for Hybrid Multi-Cloud Workloads
MemVerge Introduces Big Memory at Tech Field Day
Last December, MemVerge introduced the concept of Big Memory at Tech Field Day. This term covers data sets that operate in-memory but require more capacity than conventional infrastructure can provide. MemVerge developed Memory Machine, which aims to solve the issue with Big Memory and looks to significantly expand available memory by combining software with Intel Optane storage. To learn more about MemVerge’s Memory Machine platform, check out the videos from Tech Field Day on our website!
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MemVerge Introduces Big Memory at Tech Field Day
Veeam Targets Cloud-Native Data Protection
Towards the end of last year, Veeam presented its company’s journey at Tech Field Day, describing its journey in two acts. Act I established Veeam as a well-respected and successful data center data management and protection solution. As it has seen its success as a backup solution provider, Veeam introduces Act II of its story with an intense focus on cloud-native solutions, aiming to become the most trusted provider of backup solutions that deliver Cloud Data Management. To learn more about Veeam’s story and its intentions for the future, check out the videos from Tech Field Day on our website!
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Veeam Targets Cloud-Native Data Protection
Pliops – Can We Take Fast and Make It Faster?
Dan Frith joined us as a delegate earlier this year at Storage Field Day and had the opportunity to see Pliops’ presentation at the event. In this blog post, Dan takes a look at Pliops’ solution, the Pliops Storage Processor, which is “a hardware-based storage accelerator that enables cloud and enterprise customers to offload and accelerate data-intensive workloads using just a fraction of the computational load and power.” To see what he had to say about Pliops’ solution, check out his blog!
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Pliops – Can We Take Fast And Make It Faster?
What Do the Delegates Think About Networking Field Day?
We love our delegates and were happy to have a great group join us for Networking Field Day in February! As our very own, Tom Hollingsworth, puts it, “One of the joys of working with a group of professionals and influencers like this is the fact that they are outspoken and love to share their thoughts around the event and the presenting companies.” To see what these delegates had to say about Networking Field Day, check out this video and post on GestaltIT.com!
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What Do The Delegates Think About Networking Field Day?
Juniper Gets “Misty” @ Networking Field Day 24
Jason Gintert had the opportunity to join us as a delegate at Networking Field Day in February and see Juniper Networks’ presentation. In this blog, Jason takes a look at the different topics and technology that the company presented, including its Marvis Virtual Network Assistant, its new EX4400 Campus Switch, and the acquisition and integration of both 128 Technologies and Apstra. To see what Jason had to say, check out his blog on bitsinflight.com!
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Juniper Gets "Misty" @ Networking Field Day 24
Actions Not Words, Demos Not Slides
Forward Networks understands that in network operations, it’s never the same day twice. In February, Forward Networks showcased “what a day in a network operations professional’s life using the Forward Enterprise Platform looks like, from unboxing to integrations—covering killer use cases between” at Networking Field Day. To learn more about the Forward Enterprise Platform, check out this post from Forward Networks on its website, as well as the videos from Networking Field Day!
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Actions Not Words, Demos Not Slides
Security Field Day 5
Security Field Day is next week and Al Rasheed will be joining us as a delegate. While it’s not his first time as a Field Day delegate, it will be his first time being a delegate for Security Field Day! Al’s looking forward to the event and so are we! Be sure to tune in on March 23-25, 2021 to see Al and his fellow delegates in action as they interact with the presenting companies and learn along with them. You can also join in on the conversation and share your thoughts using #XFD5 on Twitter. For more details, visit the Tech Field Day website!
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Security Field Day Is Back March 23-25, 2021
Security Field Day is coming back! Join us March 23-25, 2021 to see the exciting lineup of presentations and experts from the security community. You can also use #XFD5 on Twitter to join the conversation, and for more about the upcoming Security Field Day, check out this video and post from Tom Hollingsworth on GestaltIT.com.
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Security Field Day Is Back March 23-25, 2021
Storageless Data!?
At Storage Field Day in January, Ray Lucchesi had the opportunity to join us as a delegate and see Hammerspace’s presentation. At the event, Hammerspace showcased its vision for storageless data. In this blog, Ray explains, “Essentially, Hammerspace creates a global file system for your data, across any locations you wish to use it, with great caching, optimized data transfer and with real storage behind it.” For more of Ray’s thoughts on Hammerspace and storageless data, check out his blog!
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Creating a Backup Repository in Veeam Backup & Replication V11
Last December, Veeam highlighted Veeam Availability Suite v11 at Tech Field Day. Al Rasheed, a Veeam Vanguard, decided to create a Backup Repository in Veeam Backup & Replication (v11) using his Synology DS920+. On his blog, Al walks through the steps he took to create this. To see his detailed dive into the process, be sure to check out his blog!
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Creating a Backup Repository in Veeam Backup & Replication v11
Pure Storage and Portworx Accelerate Cloud Native Apps on Any Infrastructure
At Cloud Field Day last fall, Pure Storage discussed its acquisition of Portworx and how it solves persistent storage in Kubernetes. Pure Storage and Portworx are working to accelerate traditional and cloud-native applications, providing storage to any application on any infrastructure. To learn more about Pure Storage and Portworx, check out the videos from Cloud Field Day on our website!
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Pure Storage and Portworx Accelerate Cloud Native Apps on Any Infrastructure
NetApp Keystone – How Do You Want It?
Earlier this year, Dan Frith had the opportunity to join us as a delegate and see NetApp’s presentation at Storage Field Day. Dan focuses on NetApp Keystone in this blog post, which he describes, “In short, it gives you a flexible way to consume the broader portfolio of NetApp solutions as a service on-premises (and off-premises).” This offering focuses on providing different needs as-a-Service. For more of Dan’s thoughts on NetApp Keystone, be sure to check out his blog!
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NetApp Keystone – How Do you Want It?
A Recap of Networking Field Day 24
DriveNets presented at Networking Field Day last month, showcasing what’s new and a live demo with multiple routers running on the same infrastructure. In this blog, Run Almog of DriveNets mentions, “Networking Field Day provided a uniquely-focused forum where we could discuss the issues surrounding this evolving space, giving us a unique opportunity to share our vision for building the network of the future.” Run also details DriveNets’ different sessions from the event. For more information, be sure to check out this blog and watch the videos from Networking Field Day on our website!
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A Recap of Networking Field Day 24
Juniper/Mist
At Networking Field Day in February, Keith Parsons joined us as a delegate and had the opportunity to see Juniper Networks’ presentation. Keith was especially intrigued with its presentations related to Wireless LANs, including Juniper Mist. To see what all Keith had to say, check out this blog!
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Network & Cloud Automation at Networking Field Day 24
Last month, Itential presented at Networking Field Day, where it showcased its latest product features and capabilities for automation across network and cloud infrastructure, receiving questions and input from our delegates. In this blog, Itential recaps the different topics discussed and even features tweets from those who were watching in! Be sure to check out its blog for more information and watch the videos from Networking Field Day on our website!
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Network & Cloud Automation at Networking Field Day 24
Wi-Fi Monitoring With NetBeez
Keith Parsons had the opportunity to join us as a delegate at Networking Field Day last month and saw NetBeez’s presentation. In this blog, Keith mentions that NetBeez has been presenting at Field Day events since 2015 and he has watched all of its presentations. He claims, “I’ve been impressed with their simple, yet powerful technology – taking low cost hardware, coupled with software built to solve actual network problems to bring a solution to IT departments who want to manage and monitor their wired and wireless networks.” For more of Keith’s thoughts on NetBeez’s presentations from the recent Networking Field Day, visit WLANProfessionals.com!
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WooHoo! Cloud Field Day 10!
Cloud Field Day is right around the corner and Wences Michel is joining us as a delegate! Be sure to tune in on March 10-12, 2021, to see Wences and his fellow delegates in action as they interact with the presenting companies and learn along with them. You can also join in on the conversation and share your thoughts using #CFD10 on Twitter. For more details, visit the Tech Field Day website!
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