As the adoption of AI in the enterprise continues to expand at a rapid pace, AI training workflows are becoming more complex. Data scientists and data engineers often need to pull data from multiple different data sources, and these data sources aren’t always compatible with each other. This presents a major challenge and causes many […]
As we said in part 1 of the “Edge to Core to Cloud” series, fully integrated infrastructure is a work in progress that’s emerging through adoption of foundational technologies. But by examining particular use cases, we can easily shine a bright light on just how necessary, and advantageous, integrated infrastructures could be. Let’s dwell on AI […]
Did you know that there’s an interesting story behind our long-standing relationship with SAP—and how we’ve transformed it to meet the needs of today’s organizations? The story starts with our track record. For over two decades, we’ve worked with organizations that decided that on-premises SAP was the right fit, and chose NetApp to help […]
In my last post, I explored why hybrid cloud management is becoming the essential norm. But, to be honest, business leaders don’t spend much time thinking about management, or infrastructure, or anything about IT other than the ability to thrill users. And thrilling users is harder than ever. Competitive innovation is a constant. […]
I’ll start by admitting that the title is probably making a rather bold statement around what I want to talk about, which is cyber security, also referred to as data / information security. This is a very hot topic of late with (Yes I am going to say the R word again) Ransomware still being […]
Remember 2020? We’re trying to forget it, too. Thankfully, our friends at Gartner are doing their part to keep us all focused on what’s next. Specifically, their 2021 predictions for digital workplace infrastructure and operations (I&O). In its report, Gartner lays out five key strategic planning assumptions (predictions), market implications, and recommendations that […]
Is your digital workspace set up for success, even in times of disruption? The key to tackling disruption is to realize the full potential of your data, wherever it resides. Different VDI architectures meet different needs; there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. But there are some key strategies you can implement to prepare your infrastructure for […]
How are you getting on with deploying your cloud strategy? Here at NetApp, we’re continuing to make it fast and easy for you to get all the benefits of the cloud to complement your on-premises storage resources. Would you like to see the latest hybrid cloud innovations that are game changers for you and […]
Dear Umi: A few years ago, I bought my first Dell Unity storage system. When we launched a new mission critical app, Dell sold me a PowerMax box. When we needed some file-based storage, Dell sold me an Isilon box. Now Dell has launched yet another new box and Dell wants to sell me one […]
Even as a teenager I was fascinated with developing software. My parents called it my obsession. Since I entered the field of software development, the practices have evolved and so I have seen quite a lot of trends come and go. But there is one trend from recent years that has come to stay. And […]
Dear Umi: I’m refreshing the storage that powers our enterprise file services – collaborative Microsoft applications, file shares, media content from the brand and creative departments. Meanwhile our AI group is moving from the development phase to production and tell me they are going to need a petabyte of capacity for their AI workflow in […]
If you’re like me and have been watching the odd purchasing trends due to the pandemic, you probably remember when all the hair clippers were sold out — and then flour and yeast. Most recently, you might have seen this headline: Tupperware profits and shares soar as more people are eating at home during the pandemic. Tupperware is finally having its day. But a Tupperware […]
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