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Maison Edwards

Maison Edwards has a dedicated following interested in a wide range of IT-related topics, which include, Cloud, Data Centres and Virtualization, Enterprise Applications, and Storage. Of particular interest to his audience are the ways these technologies build and rely on each other, which Maison is easily able to communicate through his writings. A particular highlight of his work is the ways in which it has been able to help organizations accelerate their migration to cloud and to realize the benefits of infrastructure modernization. 
Is the AI Infrastructure Boom Sustainable?
AI and ML
Is the AI Infrastructure Boom Sustainable?

An unprecedented wave of capital is reshaping the global technology landscape, with spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure now dwarfing nearly every other category of IT investment. The year 2026 is marked by a monumental surge in IT spending, driven by an insatiable demand for the computational power that fuels modern AI. This article explores the dual dynamics of this trend:

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Trend Analysis: Telco Cloud Modernization
Cloud
Trend Analysis: Telco Cloud Modernization

The very foundation of the telecommunications industry is cracking under the pressure of modern data demands, compelling a monumental architectural shift from rigid, hardware-centric networks to agile, software-defined cloud infrastructures. This transition is far more than a technological upgrade; it represents a fundamental business transformation, essential for delivering the next wave of innovation, from the widespread deployment of 5G and

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Explainable AI Turns CRM Data Into Proactive Insights
Customer Data Management
Explainable AI Turns CRM Data Into Proactive Insights

The modern enterprise is drowning in a sea of customer data, yet its most strategic decisions are often made while looking through a fog of uncertainty and guesswork. For years, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems have served as the definitive record of customer interactions, transactions, and histories. These platforms hold immense potential value, but their primary function has remained stubbornly

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LLM Data Science Copilots – Review
Data Science
LLM Data Science Copilots – Review

The challenge of extracting meaningful insights from the ever-expanding ocean of biomedical data has pushed the boundaries of traditional research, creating a critical need for tools that can bridge the gap between complex datasets and scientific discovery. Large language model (LLM) powered copilots represent a significant advancement in data science and biomedical research, moving beyond simple code completion to become

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Trend Analysis: Ethical AI Data Sourcing
Data Science
Trend Analysis: Ethical AI Data Sourcing

The recent acquisition of Human Native by Cloudflare marks a pivotal moment in the artificial intelligence industry, signaling a decisive shift away from the Wild West of indiscriminate data scraping toward a structured and ethical data economy. As AI models grow in complexity and influence, the demand for high-quality, legally sourced data has intensified, bringing the rights and compensation of

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Trend Analysis: Agentic AI in IT Operations
AI and ML
Trend Analysis: Agentic AI in IT Operations

The ghost of the cowboy sysadmin, long banished from the meticulously ordered world of modern IT, is making an unexpected return, this time cloaked in the sophisticated guise of autonomous AI. This re-emergence signals a critical inflection point for the industry. The relentless drive for AI-powered automation is now in direct conflict with a decade of progress toward establishing stable,

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Can an Oil Company Pivot to Powering Data?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Can an Oil Company Pivot to Powering Data?

Deep in Western Australia, the familiar glow of a gas flare is being repurposed from a symbol of energy byproduct into the lifeblood of the digital economy, fueling high-performance computing. This transformation from waste to wattage marks a pivotal moment, where the exhaust from a legacy oil field now powers the engine of the modern data age, challenging conventional definitions

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Kazakhstan Plans Coal-Powered Data Center Valley
Data Centres and Virtualization
Kazakhstan Plans Coal-Powered Data Center Valley

Dominic Jainy, an expert in AI and critical digital infrastructure, joins us to dissect a fascinating and unconventional national strategy. Kazakhstan, a country rich in natural resources, is planning to build a massive “data center valley,” but with a twist: it intends to power this high-tech future using its vast coal reserves. We’ll explore the immense infrastructural challenges of this

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Are Your Cloud Labs a Backdoor to Production?
Cloud
Are Your Cloud Labs a Backdoor to Production?

The relentless migration to cloud infrastructure has unlocked unprecedented agility for modern enterprises, but this very speed has introduced a subtle, yet significant, threat vector that many security teams overlook. In the rush to empower developers and train security staff, organizations are unwittingly deploying insecure learning environments directly into their corporate cloud accounts. These seemingly harmless training labs, designed to

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Trend Analysis: AI in IT Services
AI and ML
Trend Analysis: AI in IT Services

The relentless hum of servers and the frantic pace of support tickets are giving way to a new, quieter intelligence, one that anticipates problems before they arise and resolves issues with an efficiency that was once the domain of science fiction. From automated helpdesks to predictive cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword but the core engine driving the

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Trend Analysis: Hybrid Cloud License Portability
Cloud
Trend Analysis: Hybrid Cloud License Portability

The once-solid lines separating on-premises data centers from public clouds are blurring into a dynamic hybrid landscape, but rigid software licensing models have often acted as stubborn barriers to true agility. The shift to hybrid cloud is reshaping IT infrastructure, but inflexible software licensing frequently creates friction and promotes vendor lock-in. This analysis examines the growing trend of license portability,

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Trend Analysis: Next-Generation ERP Consulting
Enterprise Applications
Trend Analysis: Next-Generation ERP Consulting

The monolithic enterprise resource planning system, once the rigid, unchangeable core of business operations, is now being dismantled in favor of intelligent, agile, and highly adaptable digital ecosystems. As businesses demand greater insight and scalability, the role of the ERP consultant is undergoing a radical transformation. This analysis explores the key trends shaping the future of ERP consulting, examining the

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