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.


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.


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.


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.