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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. 
Cloud and AI Transformation – Review
Cloud
Cloud and AI Transformation – Review

Imagine a government so efficient that billions of dollars are saved annually, cybersecurity threats are thwarted before they strike, and carbon emissions are slashed by millions of kilograms—all through the power of technology. This isn’t a distant dream but a tangible possibility for the Australian government through the adoption of cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies are rapidly

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Building Production-Grade Agentic AI: Lessons from Gravity
AI and ML
Building Production-Grade Agentic AI: Lessons from Gravity

What happens when artificial intelligence evolves beyond answering queries to independently managing intricate operations like orchestrating a global supply chain or crafting a targeted ad campaign? The concept of agentic AI—systems driven by large language models (LLMs) that think, decide, and act on their own—promises to revolutionize industries. Yet, the path to reliable autonomy is riddled with obstacles, from unpredictable

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How Will AI Transform Sales with Copilot in Dynamics 365?
Enterprise Applications
How Will AI Transform Sales with Copilot in Dynamics 365?

Imagine a sales team drowning in administrative tasks, spending countless hours updating CRM systems, drafting emails, and summarizing meetings, leaving little time to build meaningful customer relationships. This scenario is a stark reality for many US businesses, where efficiency often takes a backseat to manual processes. Enter Copilot in Dynamics 365 Sales, an AI-powered tool designed to revolutionize how sales

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Master ERP Budgeting: Essential Tips for CFOs and CIOs
Enterprise Applications
Master ERP Budgeting: Essential Tips for CFOs and CIOs

Introduction to ERP Budgeting Challenges Imagine a mid-sized manufacturing firm embarking on an ERP implementation with a budget of $1 million, only to see costs spiral to $2.5 million within a year due to unforeseen complexities, a scenario far too common among organizations underestimating the scope of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. These are not mere IT upgrades but transformative

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5 Key Steps for a Successful Dynamics 365 Data Migration
Enterprise Applications
5 Key Steps for a Successful Dynamics 365 Data Migration

Introduction to Dynamics 365 Data Migration Imagine a multinational corporation on the brink of a transformative upgrade to a modern ERP system, only to face crippling delays due to a mismanaged data migration, which underscores a critical truth: transitioning to advanced platforms like Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management hinges on the seamless transfer of data. A poorly executed

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MariaDB Reacquires SkySQL to Boost Cloud Database Strategy
Cloud
MariaDB Reacquires SkySQL to Boost Cloud Database Strategy

I’m thrilled to sit down with Dominic Jainy, a seasoned IT professional whose deep expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain has positioned him as a thought leader in the tech industry. Today, we’re diving into the recent reacquisition of SkySQL by MariaDB, exploring how this move reshapes their cloud database offerings and what it means for the future

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Data Science Revolutionizes Modern Manufacturing Efficiency
Data Science
Data Science Revolutionizes Modern Manufacturing Efficiency

Imagine a factory floor where every machine anticipates its own maintenance needs, supply chains adjust in real time to market shifts, and product defects are caught before they even reach the assembly line. This is no longer a distant vision but a reality driven by data science in the manufacturing sector. As industries embrace the transformative wave of Industry 4.0,

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Can Malaysia’s MARS1000 Chip Reshape the AI Industry?
Hardware
Can Malaysia’s MARS1000 Chip Reshape the AI Industry?

Pioneering a New Era in AI Technology Imagine a world where autonomous vehicles and industrial robots process complex decisions in real time, without the lag of cloud dependency. This vision is inching closer to reality with Malaysia’s unveiling of the MARS1000, an edge AI chip designed by local innovator SkyeChip. As the global artificial intelligence market surges past trillion-dollar projections,

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Hut 8 Unveils 1.53 GW Data Center Expansion Across US
Data Centres and Virtualization
Hut 8 Unveils 1.53 GW Data Center Expansion Across US

Setting the Stage for Digital Infrastructure Growth In an era where digital infrastructure underpins nearly every facet of the modern economy, Hut 8’s announcement of a 1.53 gigawatt (GW) data center expansion across the United States stands as a monumental development. With energy-intensive applications like cryptocurrency mining and high-performance computing (HPC) driving unprecedented demand, this move signals a critical shift

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NTT and At Tokyo Partner for Data Centers in Western Japan
Data Centres and Virtualization
NTT and At Tokyo Partner for Data Centers in Western Japan

Setting the Stage for Digital Transformation In an era where digital infrastructure underpins economic growth, Japan’s data center market stands at a critical juncture with over 60% of its capacity concentrated in Tokyo, raising concerns about resilience and scalability. This striking statistic underscores a pressing challenge: how can Japan diversify its digital backbone to meet soaring demand across Asia while

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Trend Analysis: Pentagon Cloud Security Policies
Cloud
Trend Analysis: Pentagon Cloud Security Policies

Introduction to a Critical Policy Shift In a bold move that underscores the escalating concerns over national security in the digital realm, the Pentagon has recently banned Chinese nationals from coding in Department of Defense (DoD) cloud systems, marking a significant pivot in defense technology practices. This decision, driven by fears of potential espionage and cyber vulnerabilities, highlights the critical

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Ascenty Unveils Third Sustainable Data Center in Chile
Data Centres and Virtualization
Ascenty Unveils Third Sustainable Data Center in Chile

Imagine a region where digital demand skyrockets, yet environmental constraints like water scarcity loom large, creating a unique challenge for infrastructure development. Latin America, particularly Chile, faces this exact issue as it emerges as a hub for data infrastructure. With the recent launch of Ascenty’s third data center, SCL03, in Quilicura, Santiago, the industry is buzzing with opinions on how

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