In this episode, Josh Abrams continues discussing how proactive and predictive support technology helps maximize data center uptime with Dell’s connectivity product managers, Matt Puerkel and Lindsey Gustafson. They focus specifically on remote IT support and monitoring software options to keep your Dell PowerEdge servers up and running: the Services plugin for OpenManage Enterprise and the secure connect gateway solution. Learn how to determine the best fit for your environment and how you can easily scale the number of connected servers over time. If you missed Part 1, listen to Episode 95, "Maximizing Data Center Uptime with Intelligent Support".

In our latest episode, we explore how Pano Rapid Detect leverages AI and connected technology to revolutionize fire threat detection, enhancing both speed and accuracy for more sustainable firefighting practices. Additionally, we delve into the environmental benefits of Pano Rapid Detect, shedding light on its role in reducing the ecological impact of wildfires and supporting sustainability efforts in protecting natural habitats. The discussion also addresses the measures taken to ensure the long-term sustainability and scalability of Pano Rapid Detect, emphasizing its commitment to minimizing its own environmental footprint while assisting in wildfire detection and containment.

The global energy markets are experiencing significant volatility, particularly in regions like EMEA, where rising consumption strains infrastructure, leading to the risk of brownouts. Governments in some areas are contemplating limits on data center power. Unpredictable weather patterns further disrupt data centers and affect power requirements. Amidst potential global recession and geopolitical instability, sustainability is becoming essential for data center operations. Dell emphasizes the importance of sustainability in the data center to manage budget, reduce energy consumption, and maintain service delivery despite external challenges. It encourages infrastructure audits, consolidation of resources, data optimization, and leveraging green technologies. Dell also offers solutions to help organizations achieve their sustainability goals and discusses its commitment to sustainability through innovative technologies.

Our milestone 100th episode is a nostalgic journey through the highlights of 2023 with our special guest, Travis Vigil, host of the YouTube series "Talking Tech with Travis". Travis and host Josh Abrams revisit the most memorable quotes, impactful moments, and engaging topics that shaped our podcast over the past year. Travis shares his unique insights and perspective on the year's major technology trends and offers valuable reflections. The episode wraps up with Travis's predictions for 2024. Don't miss this special retrospective episode filled with laughter, insights, and a glimpse into the exciting possibilities that lie ahead!

Now you can proactively guard infrastructure health and optimize its performance and capacity with Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) software. Learn how this new generation of software uses machine leaning and other AI algorithms to give you better insights about what’s happening to your servers, storage and networks, what will happen and what to do about it before things go wrong.

Join us in this episode as we delve into the remarkable journey of Nature Fresh Farms, one of Canada's largest independent greenhouse produce growers. Discover how they harnessed the power of technology, including AI, robotics, and automation, to transform their operations and achieve unparalleled levels of sustainability, quality, and yield in their crops. We explore their partnership with Dell PowerScale, enabling real-time analytics and insights at the edge, and learn how they're bringing the future of farming to life while doubling greenhouse acreage and expanding distribution across North America. From bell peppers to strawberries, Nature Fresh Farms is setting a new standard for fresh produce excellence.

Join us in the control room to hear how Jeff Lindner from Dell IT's elite team, expertly pilots an armada of 18,000 servers. Discover how, with their mastery of OpenManage Enterprise, they monitor, maintain and secure the infrastructure running one of the world’s largest IT companies . For more information - https://www.dell.com/en-us/lp/dt/servers-system-management-software

In this episode, your hosts Josh Abrams and Marissa Bonardi chat with Rajib Ghosh in a lively discussion on the latest software-driven innovations in Dell PowerMax. These cutting-edge features encompass advanced ransomware anomaly detection, support for TLS 1.3, U.S. Department of Defense APL certification, AI-driven autonomous health checks, an industry-leading 5:1 DRR guarantee, and real-time power consumption monitoring and alerting to help organizations meet their sustainability goals.

To learn more about Dell PowerMax, visit: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/storage-servers-and-networking-for-business/sf/powermax

In this episode, host Josh Abrams and Dell’s connectivity software product manager, Lindsey Gustafson, discuss how proactive and predictive support technology helps minimize downtime in the data center and keep businesses running. Lindsey explains why companies should feel safe connecting their systems back to Dell with secure connect gateway solutions. Lindsey and Josh also explore the remote IT monitoring and support features that deliver more value from support contracts, and how businesses of all sizes can flexibly configure and deploy the gateway, direct connect and plugin options.

In this episode, product marketing managers Udit Sharma and Donna Brasure walk us through the latest release of PowerFlex and APEX Block Storage for Public Cloud and how this leads to new breakthroughs in efficiencies and demonstrates Dell’s unwavering commitment to expanding the multicloud world.