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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. 
How Are Akamai’s Enhancements Tackling Growing Cybersecurity Threats?
Cloud
How Are Akamai’s Enhancements Tackling Growing Cybersecurity Threats?

Akamai Technologies has recently made significant upgrades to its cloud security solutions, expanding its Guardicore Segmentation for cloud-native resources on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and enhancing its Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) product to boost application performance. These changes come at a crucial time, as the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report highlighted an alarming trend: 32% of data breaches

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How Does Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS Enhance Cloud Security?
Cloud
How Does Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS Enhance Cloud Security?

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, where businesses are increasingly relying on cloud-based solutions, ensuring robust cloud security has become a paramount concern. The recent launch of Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS addresses these concerns by offering a pay-as-you-go model through the AWS Marketplace. This innovative approach is designed to provide enterprises with flexible and scalable cloud firewall protection on demand

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How Will Exponential-e Boost Public Sector Cloud Services via G-Cloud 14?
Cloud
How Will Exponential-e Boost Public Sector Cloud Services via G-Cloud 14?

With the recent designation as a supplier under the Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) G-Cloud 14 Framework, Exponential-e is poised to make significant strides in enhancing the UK’s public sector cloud services. This framework, which succeeds G-Cloud 13, offers an expansive array of cloud-based services to public sector organizations throughout the United Kingdom. To this end, Exponential-e is set to provide

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Swedish Companies Use Waste Heat for Sustainable Greenhouses
Data Centres and Virtualization
Swedish Companies Use Waste Heat for Sustainable Greenhouses

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Swedish companies Vinga Group and WA3RM are set to develop three commercial greenhouses across Scandinavia, utilizing waste heat from data centers and a cardboard factory in an effort to promote sustainable food production. By tapping into the otherwise lost heat energy, these innovative projects seek to highlight the growing trend towards circular industrial practices and environmental

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Meta Plans $5 Billion AI Data Center in Louisiana’s Richland Parish
Data Centres and Virtualization
Meta Plans $5 Billion AI Data Center in Louisiana’s Richland Parish

Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, is strategically planning another multi-billion-dollar artificial intelligence (AI) data center in the Southern United States, specifically on a large 2,250-acre agricultural property in Richland Parish, Louisiana. This ambitious project, which has been designated ‘Project Sucre,’ is being coordinated by the firm Laidley. A term sheet has already been signed between Laidley and

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Balancing Power and Sustainability in Data Centers Amid AI Growth
Data Centres and Virtualization
Balancing Power and Sustainability in Data Centers Amid AI Growth

The growing intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers has illuminated a pressing challenge: balancing the increasing power consumption needs with sustainability goals. As AI proliferates across various industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and agriculture, data centers bear the brunt of this expansion, grappling with the need for greater efficiency and a more sustainable operational model. AI advancements

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Transforming Data Centers to Support Grid and Manage Energy Demand
Data Centres and Virtualization
Transforming Data Centers to Support Grid and Manage Energy Demand

As the world continues to see a rising demand for electricity driven by the proliferation of data centers, energy analysts and policymakers are exploring new strategies to address this growing concern. According to a recent policy brief from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), one promising approach is to transform data centers into valuable assets that can support

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Can Power Capping Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient and Sustainable?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Can Power Capping Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient and Sustainable?

In an age where artificial intelligence and cloud computing are advancing faster than ever, data centers are facing unprecedented challenges, particularly when it comes to energy consumption. These data hubs, which serve as the backbone of digital operations globally, have enormous power demands that continue to grow alongside technological advancements. The situation presents a crucial dilemma: how can data centers

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How is AI Enhancing Productivity and Job Satisfaction at Work?
Enterprise Applications
How is AI Enhancing Productivity and Job Satisfaction at Work?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the job market and workplace productivity in ways that were once unimaginable. Contrary to the common fear that AI will replace human jobs, it is enhancing efficiency and job satisfaction by automating repetitive tasks and allowing employees to focus on more complex, fulfilling work. This article explores the innovative mechanisms by which AI tools, such

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How Does Dynamics 365 CRM Enhance Sales Team Efficiency?
Enterprise Applications
How Does Dynamics 365 CRM Enhance Sales Team Efficiency?

Imagine a sales team that spends more time negotiating deals and building relationships with clients rather than getting bogged down by mundane administrative tasks and scattered information. With Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, this ideal scenario is within reach, as the platform significantly enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of sales teams. Automation Transforms Daily Tasks One of the primary advantages of

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How Does Voice Automation Improve Warehouse Efficiency with D365 SCM?
Enterprise Applications
How Does Voice Automation Improve Warehouse Efficiency with D365 SCM?

Consider a bustling warehouse environment where employees constantly juggle manual tasks that often slow down productivity and increase the likelihood of errors. Now, envision that same environment transformed by advanced technology where workers benefit from hands-free workflows, streamlining operations and significantly improving accuracy. This is the promise of integrating voice automation technology within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365

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Maximize ROI with the Right ERP: A Guide for Growing Businesses
Enterprise Applications
Maximize ROI with the Right ERP: A Guide for Growing Businesses

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems have evolved far beyond their origins as bespoke software in manufacturing. They are now essential tools for organizations across industries. Modern ERP software is designed to unify core business functions—such as finance, accounting, inventory management, and professional service automation—into a single, streamlined platform. By connecting these functions, an ERP improves efficiency and collaboration, eliminates redundant

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