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Everything You Need to Know about the DeepSeek R1 AI Model

January 29, 2025 in Artificial Intelligence, Solutions

 

DeepSeek has struck a powerful blow to the domestic artificial intelligence market. Following the release of its R1 model—the presumably cheaper, smarter version of ChatGPT—the company has challenged U.S. Big Tech with tumbling stocks while overtaking OpenAI in App Store downloads. IT and business leaders might feel compelled to pivot their AI strategies. However, while […]

 

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How Broadcom Partnerships Are Exponentially Rising in Value for IT Teams

January 22, 2025 in Broadcom Partnerships, Solutions

 

Broadcom is deepening its commitment to a partner-driven strategy in 2025. A recent announcement from Brian Moats, Senior Vice President of Global Commercial Sales and Partners at Broadcom, revealed three key priorities for the new year: Prioritizing value-based solution providers Shifting professional services to partner-delivered models Accelerating a successful path to VMware Cloud Foundation adoption […]

 

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Modernizing Infrastructure with VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid: A Case Study

January 16, 2025 in Case Study, Kubernetes, Solutions

 

The implementation of VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKGm 1.6) can quickly and effectively streamline deployments and enhance scalability. However, navigating complex security and operational requirements during adoption can require significant customization, as well as technology expertise. When an energy and natural gas company serving over 4 million customers sought TKG implementation, VMware by Broadcom hand-selected […]

 

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Understanding Your Spring Framework 5.3 Upgrade & Renewal Options

January 15, 2025 in Java Spring Licensing, Solutions

 

Spring Framework 5.3 reached the end of open-source support on August 31, 2024, marking the end of patches, updates, and expert troubleshooting for public users. Broadcom’s shift to a paid support model leaves organizations with a critical question: What are my options for Spring renewals? Navigating the transition can be challenging, especially for businesses accustomed […]

 

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Spring Framework 5.3: What’s New and How to Upgrade

January 7, 2025 in Java Spring Licensing, Solutions

 

The end of open-source support for Spring Framework 5.3 and older versions has marked the start of a challenging transition for businesses. As Broadcom shifts to a paid model, businesses that rely on the framework are urged to invest in proactive maintenance to avoid the risks of operating with an unsupported version. This article will […]

 

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8 AI Lifecycle Governance Considerations for Optimal Business Results

December 18, 2024 in Artificial Intelligence

 

The AI lifecycle remains an elusive concept for many businesses. While the adoption of tools like ChatGPT and Devin is skyrocketing, it’s not uncommon for companies to operate with unstandardized practices and a fractional understanding of AI’s capabilities. That’s why only 4% of businesses are generating substantial value from artificial intelligence. In the next phase […]

 

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Cloud Repatriation and Kubernetes for Optimal Workload Placement

December 12, 2024 in Kubernetes, News

 

As companies refine their IT infrastructure, the pendulum is swinging back to on-premises strategies. A recent survey found 42% of businesses are considering or completed the migration of half their cloud-based workloads to on-prem systems; 94% of IT leaders have tackled related projects over the past three years. This shift, known as cloud repatriation, reflects […]

 

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VMware Tanzu Platform 10 Is Here: Advancing the GenAI Future

December 6, 2024 in News, Solutions, VMware

 

  VMware Tanzu Platform 10, a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) environment that integrates Cloud Foundry and Kubernetes, has been a highly anticipated step forward in the application modernization world. With a newly unified developer experience, IT teams can achieve faster deployments and enhanced generative AI capabilities—both of which can unlock a competitive edge. The promise of this […]

 

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Unraveling the Strangler Pattern (Part IV): Advanced Strategies for Implementation

November 6, 2024 in News, Solutions

 

Successful Strangler pattern implementation invariably requires the completion of a few foundational steps—from a thorough application modernization assessment to the installation and configuration of a proxy server. However, many legacy systems are littered with complex dependencies that introduce unique challenges to the migration process. Thus far, our six-part series on the Strangler Fig pattern has […]

 

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Challenges of Working with Terraform and How to Overcome Them

October 15, 2024 in News, Solutions

 

As enterprises increasingly shift toward cloud-native infrastructure, tools like Terraform have become essential for automating and managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Terraform, widely recognized for its ability to create, manage, and configure resources across multiple platforms such as Kubernetes, VMWare Cloud Foundations (VCF), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) plays a […]

 

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