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IBM roadmap of cloud, AI-enabled IT drives Think conference
Whether you run cloud, mainframe, client servers or all of the above, IT operations has evolved to be more data-driven, predictive and responsive. Think conference sessions cover the IBM roadmap for IT ops.
Introduction
JPMorgan Chase feeds 24/7 IT monitoring data into a mainframe equipped with machine learning and data analytics to glean insights that improve app performance. HCL Technologies relies on DevOps and cutting-edge development and testing to collaborate effectively and maintain software quality. American Airlines refactored applications and provisioned Kubernetes clusters in production on platform as a service.
These enterprises, presenting at IBM Think in Las Vegas, March 19 to 22, are investing in IT automation, cloud computing and other technologies because the ROI is visible. But it isn't as simple as diving 100% into public cloud or scripting every step that admins take. IT organizations ready to modernize and improve operations should study the IBM roadmap for these trends to make informed strategy and tooling decisions that have the best payoff.
1On the IBM roadmap-
The full-stack future at IBM Think
IBM is launching the Think conference in 2018, combining topics as diverse as IT infrastructure and Watson-based chatbots. As IT operations teams grapple with the addition of container-based deployment, AI-based predictive analytics and incident response, and hybrid and multi-cloud, the IBM roadmap for products and services aims to address as many traditional and new -- and experimental -- IT trends as possible.
IBM pledges to protect data in era of Watson
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IBM researchers pump up blockchain, crypto
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IBM PartnerWorld 2018: A focus on new business models
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IBM Cloud Garage Method makes devs 'think' cloud
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IBM bolsters data security in its cloud services
The company will unveil a raft of improved IBM cloud services that will let large IT shops securely transfer data across both cloud and on-premises environments. Continue Reading
IBM Cloud needs to do more in these areas, analysts say
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SoftLayer, Bluemix anchor IBM's cloud strategy
With SoftLayer, IBM offers data center-bound users diverse cloud hosting options. With Bluemix, the company combines data services with cloud hosting for enterprises exploring next-gen workloads. Continue Reading
With Cloud Private, IBM appeases devs and infrastructure admins
IT organizations unable or unwilling to migrate to public cloud can use IBM Cloud Private for microservices, APIs and containers. The goal is cloud-native development firmly tied to the private data center. Continue Reading
A future built on cloud, AI and security
The IBM roadmap, as viewed through its patent filings, has shifted from chip-centric innovation to work on cloud architecture, AI technology and security offerings. Continue Reading
Big Blue clouds require big chip tech
To enhance its cognitive and AI-based cloud service offerings, IBM is rolling out a mix of processing and storage hardware that give its cloud systems sub-20-millisecond performance latencies. Continue Reading
2Turn ops data into answers-
Intelligent automation is a no-brainer
IT automation in and of itself can only improve speed, but with data analysis layered on top of automation, IT organizations can train systems to behave and react in certain ways. The data is there, but it isn't always easy to use.
Orchestrate automation to do less work
As automation replaces manual IT tasks, orchestration enables smarter and faster processes. Orchestrated IT prevents overlapping work and enforces corporate policies. Continue Reading
Smarter IT requires smarter IT admins
IT automation doesn't just eliminate repetitive tasks; nearly all platforms incorporate machine learning and AI technology to store and apply knowledge about the IT stack. That changes IT jobs in three areas. Continue Reading
Prevent an automated meltdown
Automation enables an IT organization to quickly propagate a mistake to all live systems, enhancing the disastrous consequences well beyond what manual updates can accomplish. If that sounds like a bad thing, use these techniques to avoid it. Continue Reading
3Private, public, multi, hybrid-
The many ways to approach cloud computing
Containerization and cloud computing enable scalable, portable applications and challenge IT operations organizations to apply consistent policies, ensure security and manage resources effectively.
Infinite resources + distributed applications = sprawl
Cloud-based container deployments can be the most efficient way to host an enterprise application: Low overhead combines with a model of pay only for what you use in infrastructure. Or they can be a money waste, with mismanaged container deployments racking up costs. Continue Reading
Master multi-cloud deployment
Multi-cloud deployments go against the grain of public cloud vendors, which favor differentiating service offerings over interoperability. Don't get caught up in vendor lock-in; instead, use tools and virtualization layers for flexibility. Continue Reading
Prepare to work for those cloud benefits
Cloud-native applications scale easily and change Capex to Opex, but they can't erase operations tasks and challenges. The ops team must license apps correctly for cloud bursts, shore up network capacity where needed and take on other responsibilities to manage cloud deployments. Continue Reading
4Less is more with DevOps tools-
When does DevOps become doable?
DevOps is supposed to make digital business better -- not necessarily easier. IT organizations face a mounting pile of DevOps tools, as well as communication sticking points and an information overload in the continuous improvement of continuous integration, delivery and deployment.
There's a DevOps tool for that
IT engineers love tools, and DevOps tools are easy to acquire. Exercise restraint, however, and you'll find a short list of DevOps tools can cover most, if not all, needs within the enterprise. Continue Reading
How tools influence culture
Developers and operations teams see the world in different ways. Your DevOps tool set can either foster this divide or bridge it. Continue Reading
How to source a toolchain
DevOps turns the way developers, testers and operations staff work upside down, and that includes a lot of the processes they used to get that work done. When selecting the right tools for DevOps processes, should you go cookie-cutter or custom? Continue Reading
5An eye on suspicious activity-
Watch and learn: The security approach aided by AI
IT organizations can track every move made by their users on applications, both internally and by external customers. All that data feeds smarter cybersecurity systems, which interpret threats and flag suspicious user activity.
I am not a robot
Authentication technology keeps malicious attackers -- and bumbling junior admins -- out of mission-critical systems. Do you trust identity and access management to an AI algorithm? Continue Reading
Fight threats with data sets
Security threats come on fast and mutate rapidly. To counteract them, IT organizations need anomaly detection, automated data analysis and the knowledge to wield the right tools against different kinds of threats. Continue Reading
Flag risky behavior before a breach
With the help of AI-enabled security tools, IT organizations can establish parameters for normal and abnormal user behavior, based on huge sets of data on user actions. Continue Reading
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