It’s been a few weeks since Dell Technologies World 2024 wrapped up in Las Vegas, and now that the jet lag has worn off, we caught up with our Partner Account Manager, Josh Eastel, and Sales Director, Steve Lamb, to get all the insights from this year’s event. With a strong focus on AI, the conference left attendees with much to think about. Here are the key takeaways from Josh and Steve’s experience at the event…
On-Premises Solutions Are Making a Strong Comeback
The rise in cloud-related costs has been a major pain point for many organisations, leading to an industry-wide push to optimise and reduce cloud spending. Dell highlighted that performing AI computations on-premises can be up to 73% cheaper than relying on the cloud. This cost-efficiency, coupled with concerns over data protection, security, and compliance, is prompting many companies to reconsider and repatriate their data.
Customers are increasingly inclined to keep their AI technology local, driven by the need to protect company IP and ensure robust security measures like air-gapping and zero trust. Matt Baker, Dell’s Senior VP of AI Strategy, emphasised the financial and security benefits of on-premises solutions, marking a potential shift in how companies approach their AI infrastructure.
Bring AI to Your Data: Prepare & Optimise Your Data Ready
One of the recurring themes at Dell World 2024 was the importance of preparing and optimising data for AI applications. AI thrives on data, and ensuring that your data is clean, organised, and accessible is crucial for successful AI implementations. At this years’ event, Josh and Steve noted the need for businesses to invest in tools and strategies to bring AI to their data, enabling them to derive meaningful insights and drive innovation.
Preparing data involves processes like data cleansing, normalisation, and enrichment to ensure its quality and reliability. Optimising data readiness involves structuring data in a way that makes it easy for AI algorithms to analyse and derive insights. By prioritising data readiness, businesses can maximise the effectiveness of their AI initiatives and unlock new opportunities for growth and competitiveness.
Open & Modular Infrastructure: Easily Expand Your AI Capabilities
Another key takeaway from Dell World 2024 was the importance of having open and modular infrastructure to support AI initiatives. AI requires vast amounts of data, and businesses need infrastructure that can easily scale and adapt to their evolving needs. Eastel and Lamb highlighted the significance of investing in infrastructure that is open, flexible, and interoperable, allowing businesses to seamlessly integrate new technologies and expand their AI capabilities.
Traditional, monolithic infrastructure solutions are no longer sufficient to support the demands of AI. Businesses need infrastructure that can support diverse workloads, accommodate varying data types, and enable rapid innovation. By embracing open and modular infrastructure, businesses can future-proof their AI investments and stay ahead in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.
The Importance of Partner Ecosystem
Another key takeaway from this years’ Dell World 2024, was the spotlight which was shone brightly on the vital role of nurturing the Dell partner ecosystem, with an emphasis on collaboration with trusted partners and vendors. Synapse360, are a proud Titanium Dell Partner and we are one of the select few businesses in the UK to receive this accolade, stands at the forefront of this dynamic landscape.
A robust partner ecosystem, exemplified by Synapse360’s partnership with Dell, provides businesses with unparalleled access to specialised skills, cutting-edge technologies, and invaluable resources. As a Titanium Dell Partner, Synapse360 is uniquely positioned to empower businesses with bespoke solutions to support their needs and requirements from Data protections to digital transformation. We have proven expertise in a range of areas, that help to drive innovation and accelerate business success.
Dell World 2024 provided our team with new insights and inspiration to continue delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. By embracing collaboration, harnessing the power of AI, and strengthening strategic partnerships, we are well-positioned to drive innovation and drive sustainable growth in the ever-evolving world of technology. Talk to our team today to discover more.
