WWT Experts

As federal civilian agencies grapple with the rapid pace of technological change, modernizing their data center infrastructure has become a critical priority. However, agencies face unique challenges, from budget constraints and staffing shortages to legacy vendor lock-in and the need to balance on-premises and cloud-based resources. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Area Vice President Kevin Pearson and Vice President of Cloud, Infrastructure and AI Solutions Neil Anderson discuss data center modernization strategies that federal civilian agencies can use to reduce risk, improve operational efficiency, and unlock new capabilities to better serve citizens.

As federal civilian agencies continue to digitize citizen services, security operations teams must protect a greater amount of sensitive data. They must also provide environments where agencies can safely and quickly explore how emerging technologies like AI can enhance citizen services. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Engineering Director Brandon Bulldis and Public Sector Cybersecurity Director Brian Tillett discuss how federal civilian agencies can safeguard citizen data while enabling innovation.

Colleges and universities are excited to use AI to enhance experiences for students and faculty, drive staff efficiencies and accelerate research. However, AI implementation can be tricky given the complex and decentralized nature of higher education environments. In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece and chief technology advisor Michael Sink shine a spotlight on some of our higher education clients who are pioneering AI as early adopters.  

Colleges and universities must maintain robust security controls as a growing number of cyber attackers set their sights on higher education systems and data. At the same time, academic environments must remain open and collaborative for innovation to flourish. In this episode of WWT Experts, Chief Technology Advisor Michael Sink and public sector CISO Bryan Liebert discuss how institutions can balance innovation and cybersecurity.

The student experience has become a top priority for colleges and universities as they strive to attract, engage and retain the next generation of learners. AI holds tremendous promise to simplify administrative processes for students and provide personalized assistance, but how can higher education institutions turn AI aspirations into real student outcomes? In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece, and former WWT Intern, Thornton White III, explore the many facets of this question. 

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries across the board, higher education institutions are navigating how to leverage AI effectively and responsibly. In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece and chief technology advisor Michael Sink discuss the current state of AI in higher education, examining its overall impact and exploring introductory use cases. 

As retailers expand into an ever-growing array of digital channels, customers enjoy unprecedented flexibility and convenience. However, this expansion also introduces more layers of complexity when it comes to back-end systems and platforms. 

In this session, our experts explore how to navigate the challenges of disparate data silos that lead to employee confusion and hinder your ability to leverage actionable insights. By adopting a unified commerce strategy, retailers can gain operational efficiencies, make informed decisions, personalize the customer experience and ensure their business remains competitive in a rapidly evolving market. 

Join our experts as they discuss the dynamic and ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape in the retail sector. In this session, we will uncover the most prevalent cyber threats that retailers face today, from sophisticated ransomware attacks to targeted phishing scams, and discuss how these threats have evolved with the advent of new technologies. Discover the profound impact data breaches can have on financial stability, brand reputation and customer trust, and learn actionable strategies to mitigate these risks.  

Staying ahead in retail means embracing cutting-edge technology. Join our experts as they unveil how cloud technology is revolutionizing retail by enhancing customer experience (CX), boosting employee productivity and providing a competitive edge. Discover the secrets behind real-time inventory management, seamless omnichannel strategies and personalized customer experience. You'll learn how to navigate the challenges of cloud migration with practical strategies to ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruptions.  

Hyperscalers and service providers sit on the front lines of an emerging cyber battlefield, where both allies and adversaries are leveraging AI to gain an advantage. Join WWT Senior Vice President Greg Schoeny and Chief Security Advisor Jason Cook as they talk about how service providers can leverage cloud-native applications, distributed workforces and AI to enhance their business agility and customer experience while ensuring they have a robust and resilient cybersecurity posture.