Sulagna Saha recently explored the performance of OpenAI’s new SearchGPT prototype, identifying both promising features and existing issues. The preliminary testing indicates that while the search tool showcases impressive capabilities in generating knowledgeable and contextually accurate responses, it also faces challenges with response relevance and accuracy under certain conditions. As this technology continues to develop, these insights could be instrumental in refining the capabilities and applications of AI-driven search tools in complex information environments. Read more in this article from Techstrong’s AI site, inspired by the recent Google Cloud presentation at AI Field Day 5.
Cisco Aims to Operationalize GenAI in Enterprises With AI-Ready FlexPod with NVIDIA NIM CVD
Cisco, in collaboration with NVIDIA, is paving the way for the integration of generative AI in enterprise environments with the introduction of the AI-Ready FlexPod. This technology leverages NVIDIA’s NIM CVD to enhance computational capabilities, aiming to streamline the deployment and management of AI applications. This initiative represents a significant step in operationalizing AI technologies, offering scalability and efficiency improvements for enterprise IT systems. Read more in this Techstrong AI article by Sulagna Saha following Cisco’s presentation at AI Field Day 5.
Demand for AI Pushes Up the Global AI PC Adoption Curve
Sulagna Saha highlights the accelerating global adoption of AI-capable PCs, driven by a surge in demand for artificial intelligence applications across various sectors based on Stephen Foskett’s Ignite talk at AppDev Field Day. She notes that this trend is not only reshaping consumer behavior but also influencing major PC manufacturers to integrate more AI-specific capabilities into their products. The shift towards AI-enhanced devices indicates a significant market evolution, where AI functionality is becoming a crucial factor in consumer choice and hardware development.
App Modernization Adoption Surges Prompting Integration of AI
The surging adoption of application modernization, driven by the necessity to update over 80% of enterprise applications that lag behind technological standards, is catalyzing a projected market growth to $24.8 billion. Despite challenges like skill shortages and budget issues, integrating AI and automation has become key in improving operational efficiency and maintaining a modern application ecosystem, particularly in critical sectors like banking. This strategy not only enhances agility but also fortifies applications against potential vulnerabilities, ensuring sustained innovation. Read more in this article by Gestalt IT’s Sulagana Saha on the Techstrong DevOps site, inspired by a presentation by Paul Nashawaty at AppDev Field Day!
Taming Architectural Complexities of DCN Fabric Technologies with Cisco Nexus One Fabric Experience
Cisco’s Nexus One Fabric technology, as presented at Tech Field Day Extra at Cisco Live, aims to simplify the complexities of Data Center Network (DCN) fabrics by offering a unified, automated solution. The Cisco Nexus One Fabric Experience centralizes management, allowing users to efficiently oversee diverse networking environments while reducing operational overhead. Through this approach, Cisco addresses the challenges of modern, multi-layered data center architectures, enhancing visibility, control, and scalability for network operators. The solution is designed to streamline operations and support the evolving needs of today’s data centers. Read more in this article by Sulagna Saha for Gestalt IT.
Don’t Get Caught in the DevOps Loop
In her first article on DevOps_com, Sulagna Saha of Gestalt IT discusses the critical need for flexibility in DevOps implementations, cautioning against the restrictive nature of the conventional DevOps loop. Highlighting insights shared by Mitch Ashley at a talk during AppDev Field Day, the piece advocates for a sprint-based methodology that enhances efficiency by enabling teams to manage smaller, independent tasks. This approach emphasizes collaborative, adaptable strategies that optimize both individual and team contributions, steering away from rigid, uniform processes.
What’s Causing a Skills Shortage in Mainframe?
Sulagna Saha of Gestalt IT discusses a growing skills gap in the mainframe IT sector that risks impacting businesses depending on this technology. Factors contributing to the shortage include the sector’s outdated image, insufficient training programs, and the allure of newer technologies for tech talents. She emphasizes the need for increased training investments and educational reforms to attract and prepare new candidates for crucial mainframe roles, underscoring the importance of modernizing perceptions of mainframe technology. Read more and watch the delegate discussion from SHARE Kansas City 2024!
An AI-Infused Experience for New Mainframe Talents, with BMC AMI
BMC is addressing the challenge of updating mainframe environments by integrating modern AI technologies through its Automated Mainframe Intelligence (AMI) platform, aiming to close the gap between seasoned and emerging mainframe professionals. The AMI platform enhances user engagement with features like single sign-on, real-time responses, and adaptive learning mechanisms, leveraging AI to streamline interactions and automate tasks. This initiative not only modernizes mainframe operations but also plays a critical role in facilitating the digital transformation of legacy systems, empowering a new generation of mainframe experts. Read more in this article for Gestalt IT by Sulagna Saha, inspired by the BMC presentation at Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE Kansas City 2024.
Mainframe Modernization with PopUp Mainframe
PopUp Mainframe is revolutionizing the mainframe sector by providing modernization solutions that enhance flexibility and reduce operational costs. Their offerings include rapid, on-demand development and testing environments that integrate seamlessly with cloud infrastructures, matching the capabilities of physical mainframes. By leveraging IBM’s z/OS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, PopUp Mainframe addresses legacy challenges and boosts data management efficiency, vital for sectors like banking and telecommunications. Read more in this Gestalt IT article by Sulagna Saha following their presentation at Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE in Kansas City.
Building Quantum-Resistant Encryption Systems, with Cisco
Sulagna Saha recently wrote about Cisco’s presentation at Tech Field Day Extra at Cisco Live US 2024, highlighting Cisco’s pivotal role in shaping quantum-resistant technologies to fortify encryption against emerging quantum threats. Cisco’s development of quantum switches, a Quantum Network Design Kit Simulator, and a Quantum Random Number Generator underlines its commitment to pioneering quantum network infrastructure. This initiative not only secures existing encryption methods from quantum computing risks but also advances the fields of cryptography and distributed computing.
Broadcom WatchTower – Observability Data Tailored for Every Role
Broadcom has introduced the WatchTower Platform during Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE 2024, a sophisticated observability tool designed specifically for mainframe environments, utilizing machine learning to provide tailored data visibility based on user roles. This customization facilitates quicker and more accurate problem-solving, featuring capabilities like alert clustering, infrastructure topology mapping, and insightful machine learning-driven analytics. Available for both on-premises and public cloud environments, WatchTower exemplifies Broadcom’s commitment under CEO Hock Tan to enhance its presence in the vital mainframe market.
The Interchanging Roles of Hardware and Software in Fueling Innovation
In this Gestalt IT article, Sulagna Saha reacts to a delegate discussion at Networking Field Day 35 focused on the interdependent dynamics between hardware and software in propelling technological innovation. She notes how cloud technologies and subscription models are boosting software sales, while hardware remains vital in fields like AI and machine learning. Saha emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between the two, where software amplifies hardware’s capabilities and demand, underscoring hardware’s enduring foundational role in technology’s evolution.
Intel IPU – Unlocking the Power of Functional Isolation
Intel’s innovative Infrastructure Processing Unit (IPU) addresses the challenges in traditional CPU designs in cloud platforms, enhancing efficiency in resource management. This technology supports functional isolation and boosts security by enabling the segregation of processing tasks between CPUs and enhanced Network Interface Cards (NICs), freeing up CPU resources for more application-focused tasks. This article by Sulagna Saha at Gestalt IT details the adoption of IPUs based on Intel’s presentation at Networking Field Day 35.
Act on the Highest Priority Cyber Incidents with Speed and Success, with Cisco XDR
Cisco XDR enhances cybersecurity operations by implementing the OODA loop decision-making framework to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Security Operations Centers (SOCs). The system streamlines the process of identifying, prioritizing, and responding to cyber threats by aggregating data from various security tools and using analytics to automate responses. By focusing on high-priority incidents and adapting swiftly to new challenges, Cisco XDR fundamentally transforms incident management in SOCs. Read more in this article by Sulagna Saha for Gestalt IT following Cisco’s presentation at Tech Field Day Extra at Cisco Live.
Detecting Microbursts in High-Frequency Financial Trading Networks with cPacket
cPacket addresses the challenge of microbursts and buffer overflows in electronic trading, which can cause packet loss and delays, with a distributed architecture using programmable ASICs and FPGAs on each port for efficient packet processing. Their solutions, including cVu, cStor, and cClear, provide high-resolution packet capture and detailed analytics, enabling traders to make informed decisions and maintain smooth operations in high-frequency trading environments. Read more in this article by Sulagna Saha for Gestalt IT following cPacket’s presentation at Networking Field Day 35.
Rapid Investigation and Response with Selector’s in-Platform LLM
At Networking Field Day 35, Nitin Kumar, Co-founder and CTO of Selector AI, discussed how accessing and understanding diverse infrastructure data presents challenges, especially across public and private cloud platforms. Selector Platform aims to overcome these challenges by offering a conversational interface for natural language queries and Smart Alerting for comprehensive alerts about errors and failures in a user-friendly manner. The platform’s Data Hypervisor helps unify different data formats into a single storage layer for easier access and analysis. Read more in this article by Sulagna Saha for Gestalt IT.
Take Daily Measurements of User Experience across the Network with New DXA Innovations from Cisco ThousandEyes
When a user wants to use an app, the request goes through many paths and networks before reaching its destination, which makes it essential for network providers to have clear visibility of all these connections. ThousandEyes introduced new solutions at Cisco Live US 2024 to give a top-notch online experience by understanding network issues, monitoring cloud services, and analyzing traffic patterns for better performance. Read more in this article by Sulagna Saha for Gestalt IT following Cisco’s presentation at Tech Field Day Extra at Cisco Live.
GKE Autopilot for a Completely Hands-Free Kubernetes Experience with Google Cloud
Sulagna Saha recently highlighted Google Cloud’s GKE Autopilot at following their Cloud Field Day appearance, showcasing its capabilities in delivering a hands-free Kubernetes management experience. This advanced managed service reduces the operational complexity traditionally associated with Kubernetes by automating tasks like node management, upgrades, and repairs, making it more accessible for organizations with limited IT resources. Google’s approach supports scalability and a secure multicloud environment, emphasizing a shared responsibility model, which simplifies the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. Read more Cloud Field Day coverage at Gestalt IT!
Cisco Redefines the Scope of Automation with Crosswork Solutions
Cisco is pushing the boundaries of network management with its innovative Crosswork solutions, emphasizing a holistic and scalable approach to automation across its entire networking portfolio. The Crosswork suite is designed to enhance operational efficiency, improve network visibility, and reduce complexities through sophisticated data analytics and machine learning capabilities. This strategic shift not only responds to the growing demands for more agile and resilient networks but also aligns with modern IT infrastructures’ need for automation to handle increasingly complex tasks. Read more coverage of Cisco Live by Sulagna Saha at Gestalt IT.
Cisco Shifts Direction with SD-WAN for Industrial IoT
Cisco is making significant strides in the Industrial IoT space with its latest directional shift toward SD-WAN technologies. This new strategy enhances connectivity and security for industrial environments, aligning with modern demands for robust, scalable network infrastructure. Writing for Gestalt IT, Sulagna Saha provides an in-depth analysis of how Cisco’s SD-WAN solutions are set to transform IoT deployments in industrial settings following their presentation at Cisco Live.
