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Cloud Control Ep #30 Balancing Innovation and Turst in Cloud Storage with Ali Zafar

In the latest episode of Cloud Control, Ali Zafar, the Vice President of Engineering for Hybrid Infrastructure at Dropbox, joins host Shon Harris to discuss the challenges of managing a multi exabyte infrastructure. Ali shares his background working at companies like Tesla, Google, and Cisco, and how they have shaped his approach to cloud and hybrid infrastructure. He emphasizes the importance of leveraging emerging technologies like AI and the significance of culture and relationships in driving innovation and efficiency.

The Future of ITSM Trends and Predictions

The webinar highlights the shift from manual processes to a user-focused service model in IT. It addresses challenges like resource constraints and outdated methods while identifying trends such as AI integration and hyper automation. The importance of digital experience management is emphasized, along with AI's role in incident management and generative AI applications for ticket management. The future of IT automation predicts advancements in intelligent ticket escalation.

Managing Humidity to Reduce Data Center Water Consumption

Did you know that an average data center can consume around 300,000 gallons of water every day? With data center sustainability being a top priority for many organizations around the world, it is important to remember that sustainability is not just about decreasing the use of fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions but reducing water consumption as well. However, according to Uptime Institute, only 43% of data centers collect data on their water usage for corporate sustainability purposes.

The Importance of Monitoring for Gaming Companies

For gaming companies, creating a positive user experience is paramount. Gamers expect seamless gameplay, fast response times, and 24/7 availability. Maintaining top-notch performance is crucial when managing massive multiplayer online games, mobile games, or e-sports platforms. This blog will explain how gaming companies rely on monitoring and explore many widespread monitoring use cases for gaming companies.

What Is Cloud Management and Why Is It Important?

Despite advances in technology, many businesses still struggle to effectively manage data in a cost-effective, secure, and manageable way. Cloud storage is becoming the go-to method for companies to store data, with 94% of major companies worldwide utilizing cloud computing. Corporate data also makes up 60% of data stored in the cloud. So as demands continue to grow, and compliance and data protection laws become more stringent, how can businesses effectively manage their cloud needs?

Proactive vs. Reactive Change Management: A Full Comparison

Organizational change is inevitable. Companies must adapt to survive and thrive, and Change Management plays a crucial role in this adaptation process. There are two primary approaches to managing change: Proactive Change Management and Reactive Change Management. While both aim to help organizations navigate transitions, they differ significantly in their strategies, implementations, and outcomes.

How IT Asset Recovery Enhances Sustainability And Security

IT asset recovery may seem like a final, simple step in managing IT equipment, but it’s actually a very important step for a robust Asset Management strategy. Often overlooked in favor of high-profile IT asset lifecycle stages like procurement and deployment, asset recovery plays a pivotal role in balancing costs, sustainability, and risk management.

Depreciation of Fixed Assets: A Complete Guide

Are you keeping track of how your assets loose value over time? If not, you are missing out on crucial insights that can significantly impact your business's financial health, specially when it comes to fixed asset depreciation. Although depreciation can seem like a straightforward accounting process, it's essential for maintaining accurate financial records, planning for future investments, and making informed business decisions.