A relationship with a strong systems integrator is the key to success
Jason Nash Director of Next Gen Architecture at Sirius Computers was on theCube as part of their Redhat Summit coverage. Nash spoke to one of the largest challenges with enterprise IT, the shortage of next-generation talent. I believe CTO’s understand the advantages of containers, private & public cloud, and microservices. The promises of continuous development in the form of self-updating infrastructures such as CoreOS hold promise. But, the technology is moving faster than the talent pool for these next-generation data center technologies. Silicon Valley and service providers are snatching up these talented engineers and consultants and offering better packages and challenges. A potential solution are value-added resellers (VAR) turned system integrators.
I believe the cloud, convergence, and commoditization will squeeze the profit margins for traditional VARs. As a result, there will be continued consolidation and a shift toward services. These services will focus on helping enterprises navigate the next-generation technologies and service models. I don’t see these services as one-time engagements. Enterprise customers will consistently need agile system integrators that can help translate business requirements into applications and infrastructure that operate in an extremely fluid security landscape.
It’s worth watching theCube with Jason Nash and hear his thoughts on the topic.
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Keith Townsend is a seasoned technology leader and Chief Technology Advisor at Futurum Group, specializing in IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and AI. With expertise spanning cloud, virtualization, networking, and storage, Keith has been a trusted partner in transforming IT operations across industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, government, software, and financial services.
Keith’s career highlights include leading global initiatives to consolidate multiple data centers, unify disparate IT operations, and modernize mission-critical platforms for “three-letter” federal agencies. His ability to align complex technology solutions with business objectives has made him a sought-after advisor for organizations navigating digital transformation.
A recognized voice in the industry, Keith combines his deep infrastructure knowledge with AI expertise to help enterprises integrate machine learning and AI-driven solutions into their IT strategies. His leadership has extended to designing scalable architectures that support advanced analytics and automation, empowering businesses to unlock new efficiencies and capabilities.
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