In this episode of the Infrastructure Matters podcast, we cover the evolving landscape of IT infrastructure consumption and how traditional models have shifted due to the rise of cloud computing and hybrid approaches. We cover pricing, procurement, performance, availability, scalability, security, and compliance, which all play a crucial role in determining the most suitable consumption model for different workloads. We discuss considerations such as end-of-life planning and the decision-making process making sure the process aligns with the business needs. 

 Topics include: 

• Recent news items, including earnings releases from Microsoft, Google, Intel and Seagate

• The increasing presence of AI in earnings reports with the growth of generative AI, 

• N2W Software, a data protection provider focusing on AWS and Azure 

• Evolving IT infrastructure consumption models due to cloud computing and hybrid approaches, including offerings from Dell, Hitachi, HPE, IBM, Kyndryl, Lenovo, NetApp and Pure Storage. 

• Strategies for balancing business and technical requirements

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