NetApp shares tumble on an analyst’s downgrade, but so what. Let’s remove drama from the analysis and look at the big picture. To me, the big picture for NetApp looks good—here’s why.
Equinix and IBM Up the Interconnectedness of Their Cloud Alliance
Equinix and IBM up the interconnectedness of their cloud alliance in a way that creates a clear competitive advantage for both companies in a variety of ways.
HPE Discover 2019: HPE Goes All In With “Everything As A Service”
The highlight of HPE Discover 2019 is Antonio Neri’s promise that “HPE is going all in with everything-as-a-service.” Overall, I think the move is a bold one and that Antonio is making a strong play. and a commitment I believe that Antonio is making a strong play. With announcements in Storage, Intelligent Edge, and Hybrid Cloud (not all encompassing) all promising to “Greenlake” (short for as-a-service) their solutions, we can be certain that the company is committed to making the leap forward to being service led; and I am confident that this move will pay off, eventually.
Demand Grows for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform
Demand continues to grow for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, and with good reason. Simplifying business applications, allowing customers to do more with their data (and more easily use that data), and AI, are key areas of focus. Additionally, Microsoft’s clear advantage is Azure. I expect Microsoft Business Applications + Azure Cloud to continue to serve as the foundation for companies looking to expedite their ambitions of transformation with data and AI.
Microsoft and Sony Teaming Up, Partnering on Cloud, Imaging
Microsoft and Sony teaming up on cloud gaming will allow them to fend off new players like Google Stadia by leveraging Azure and Sony’s imaging. A smart move by both companies, here’s why.
Fast-Growing Startup in the SIEM Space No Real Threat to Splunk, IBM
Exabeam, a fast-growing startup in the SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) space is no real threat to Splunk, IBM. Here’s why.
Microsoft Oracle Partnership — Focused on Cloud Interoperability
The Microsoft Oracle partnership will provide provide improved cloud interoperability services and better user experience for customers.
Salesforce Acquires Tableau — Aggressive and Smart Acquisitions by Benioff Continue
Salesforce acquires Tableau in what is another aggressive and smart acquisition by Salesforce’s Benioff. The battle for cloud dominance is a serious one, and the reality is that the AI-powered, data and analytics, data visualization enterprise is here. The market for data, information, and analytics reflects that, with the market expected to hit $2 trillion by 2020. This move by Salesforce and others in the cloud space aren’t surprising. Enterprises understand that data and analytics are everything, and the more you know, the better you can perform. And cloud vendors want those customers.
SAP Earnings Report: Cloud Business and Innovation Focus Pay Off
SAP earnings report is in. The company’s focus on innovation, major acquisitions, and Cloud are moving things in the right direction.
Enterprise Cloud Computing Trends to Watch for This Year
The cloud. It’s foundational to business in digital transformation and will continue to be in years to come. But nothing stays the same for long in the digital age. So, how is the cloud itself transforming? And what does enterprise cloud computing look like in 2019 and beyond? The following are a few of the biggest trends to watch for …