Golf is arguably one of the most challenging sports in the world from a logistical and operational standpoint. Especially when it comes to connecting the hundreds or thousands of smart devices dotted around them during major tournaments across tens of square kilometers. That was the challenge for our guest this week, Chief Technology Officer for the European Tour Group and Ryder Cup Europe, Michael Cole. We'll be looking back at this year's event in Italy and discussing what went well and how th...
Jan 11, 2024•17 min•Ep. 41
It’s the second of our two-part edition on IT operations. Last week we looked at the emergence of convergence, and this time, we’re examining the idea of data presentation, and how improvements in our operations can create beautiful data flows for every level of an organization - from the data centre to the boardroom. We’ll be examining why the way our data is presented matters to organizations. why it presents such a challenge, and why the rewards and worth the effort with this week’s guest, Va...
Jan 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 40
Convergence is an idea that’s been bubbling under the surface of IT operations for some time. The concept involves bringing Dev Ops, IT ops and SRE under one roof, eliminating silos of expertise and data and opening up an organization’s IT infrastructure for the benefit of the whole group. It could be a game changer for efficiency, with some estimates suggesting 40% savings on IT infrastructure by reducing bottlenecks and duplicated workloads. But the technology to achieve convergence is only ju...
Dec 21, 2023•17 min•Ep. 39
December 3rd marked International Day of Persons with Disabilities. In this episode, we’re taking a look at how advancements in technology are shaping people with accessibility needs’ experiences at work. We’ll be looking at how accessibility issues are being approached in the workplace, and also addressing the issue of inclusivity within the tech industry, and how it can be changed for the better. This week’s guest is Rob Koch, a data engineer and principal at Slalom Build, and head of the grou...
Dec 14, 2023•21 min•Ep. 38
"In this episode, we’re heading back to the floor of HPE Discover event in Barcelona to bring you the highlights of the keynote speech by HPE Chief Technology Officer, Fidelma Russo. We’ll be talking about what her sustainability and AI-focused keynote says about the HPE’s commitments, as well as digging deeper with expert analysis from our guest, HPE Chief Technologist for sustainability in IT, Dr John Frey. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we lo...
Dec 07, 2023•18 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, we’re coming to you very nearly live from the floor of Hewlett Packard Enterprise's Discover event in Barcelona to bring you the highlights of the keynote speech by HPE CEO, Antonio Neri. We’ll be talking about what Antonio’s AI-focused HPE Discover keynote says about the company’s direction in the coming months, as well as digging deeper with expert analysis from friend of the podcast, Matt Armstrong-Barnes. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise....
Nov 30, 2023•20 min•Ep. 36
The text of the European Union AI act was passed with a hefty majority in June 2023. It's one of the most stringent and wide-reaching pieces of legislation governing artificial intelligence to date, but what does that mean for global organizations inside (and outside) the European Union? In this episode, we'll be asking what the act means, why it matters, and where the uncertainties, controversies and challenges lie, with HPE Chief Technologist Matt Armstrong-Barnes. This is Technology Now, a we...
Nov 23, 2023•17 min•Ep. 35
There’s an acute shortage of candidates for tech jobs – in fact, research suggests tens of millions of potential roles are going unfilled. In a poll with global technology chiefs conducted by MIT’s ‘Technology Review’, a majority found that they weren’t getting enough candidates for roles, and those who did apply lacked necessary skills. Clearly, there’s a problem here. So what can tech companies do to bring more talent through the door? Could building a baseline of investment in new, or even un...
Nov 16, 2023•16 min•Ep. 34
5G technology has been rolling out since 2019. But in large parts of the world, population coverage is still at less than 50%. Why? And why, where 5G exists, are we still getting lower-than-promised speeds? This week’s guest is Andy Bryant. He’s Marketing leader for HPE's telecommunications solutions worldwide. He’ll be explaining the tech behind the rollout, and why it’ll be so worth the wait for the full 5G experience. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: ...
Nov 09, 2023•14 min•Ep. 33
According to the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, the number of satellites has risen dramatically since 2021. But has this translated into greater equity in terms of connectivity? How does this boom help other, less connected parts of the world? And, what, if anything, does this mean for enterprises? This week's guest is Isabelle Mauro, Director General of the Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA). Isabelle has spent her career advocating for more equity in connectivity and...
Nov 02, 2023•18 min•Ep. 32
According to the International Maritime Organisation or IMO, there are more than 50,000 commercial ships registered in the world today, which combined carry over 90% of the goods produced on Earth. They also produce around 3% of the world's CO2 emissions. So what can be done? Is the answer cleaner and greener fuels, better use of information and data, legislation, or a mix of all three? This week's guest is Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at Zero North, a climate tech company which offers ...
Oct 26, 2023•16 min•Ep. 31
In the world of cyber security, there are occasional events which bring together people from all sides of the spectrum. One of those events is the Black Hat Briefings. In their own words, “a series of highly technical information security conferences that bring together thought leaders from all facets of the infosec world – from the corporate and government sectors to academic and even underground researchers.” Back in August Las Vegas hosted the 26th American Black Hat Conference, and today’s g...
Sep 28, 2023•15 min•Ep. 30
In light of the recent issues with Air Traffic Control computers in the UK and US, grounding thousands of flights due to poor quality data and broken tables, this week we’re taking a look at how ATC systems are being updated to keep the skies fit for the 21st Century, how that means small errors can have catastrophic consequences, and what we can all learn from it. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, t...
Sep 14, 2023•13 min•Ep. 29
Alongside tackling global warming, conservation and protecting the diversity of our natural world is a global priority. AI plays a huge role, from analysing satellite imagery of reforestation efforts to identifying wildlife from acoustic scanners or trip cameras. However, there’s an issue in these biomes where many people live - these efforts are taking place without their permission. Privacy, data protection and individual rights can potentially be sidelined in the quest for a tech-driven solut...
Sep 07, 2023•20 min•Ep. 28
Golf is undeniably one of the most challenging sports in the world from a logistical and operational standpoint. Especially when it comes to connecting the hundreds or thousands of smart devices dotted around them during major tournaments. Courses are huge areas, several kilometers square. They have dozens of acres of maintained grass, geographical challenges, roads, trees, and often other services on or near them that need to be skirted around or crossed. They are open to the elements. In short...
Aug 31, 2023•18 min•Ep. 27
Formula E is one of the most exciting motor racing championships in the world. The all-electric series takes place across 16 races and features 11 teams racing at up to 200mph on urban, city-centre circuits. The series is designed to showcase the evolving tech of electric vehicles right where the spectators are, creating the poster-child series for sustainability in motorsport. In this episode, we travelled to the London E-Prix where we caught up with Harry Richards, Commercial Director at MSG M...
Aug 17, 2023•15 min•Ep. 26
Formula E is one of the most exciting motor racing championships in the world. The all-electric series takes place across 16 races and features 11 teams racing at up to 200mph on urban, city-centre circuits. The catch? It’s a ‘spec’ series, which means the teams all race essentially identical cars. In this episode, we travelled to the London E-Prix where we caught up with Maserati MSG driver Edo Mortara and team principal James Rossiter to talk about competitive advantage, and how to win against...
Aug 10, 2023•17 min•Ep. 25
Right now, we need a lot more energy. In 2023, on average we use 60 kilowatt hours of electrical energy, each, per day. That's enough to boil approximately 600 litres of water. Which is a lot, especially when you consider that several billion of us are using a lot less than that. Demand is growing, too, by 3-5% globally every year. The IT industry is a major contributor to this, using around 6% of the world's electricity. So how can we make more, and use less? That’s the topic of a two-part spec...
Aug 03, 2023•18 min•Ep. 24
The metaverse is a misunderstood phenomenon. Since becoming championed by Mark Zuckerberg in 2021, it’s become synonymous with Augmented and Virtual reality – a mythical second world where we’ll all have jobs, homes, and property in addition to our daily, ‘real’ lives. That dream of the metaverse hasn’t quite taken off, but that doesn’t mean the concept is dead. In fact, the idea of a digital world augmenting our own is growing fast, and attracting a huge amount of interest and resources. It’s a...
Jul 27, 2023•21 min•Ep. 23
Cyber security, and within that Zero Trust and SSE, is a huge deal for organizations both in terms of the implications and the cost. Implementing a proper security strategy can be a daunting task: Even knowing where to start is a minefield. Fortunately, there are people out there who can help. In a change to our usual format, we're joined by Field Chief Technologist at Axis Security Jaye Tillson. We're going to be asking him the questions he wishes more CTOs did before embarking on their Zero Tr...
Jul 20, 2023•17 min•Ep. 22
AR and VR are sometimes seen as forgotten technologies when it comes to enterprise IT. They've made waves in the gaming world, but even so, are still considered niche technologies. However, with the recent announcement by Apple of their own headset, and increasing investment by Meta, is it time we took AR and VR more seriously? Are we missing out by not incorporating them into our IT structure? In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Dyer, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Dimensions Studios...
Jul 13, 2023•16 min•Ep. 21
Generative AI is a hot topic right now. So much so it’s the subject of transatlantic talks. In this episode, we’re exploring some of the emerging concerns around generative AI and why organisations are increasingly becoming wary of it. We’ll be asking whether businesses are ready to fully step into the world of AI, and looking at the reasons why, despite their concerns, generative AI is still absolutely going to transform the way we do business. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett...
Jul 06, 2023•16 min•Ep. 20
HPE Discover 2023 was held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from the 20th-22nd June. Thousands of delegates and customers gathered to network and explore the cutting-edge of enterprise-level IT and technology. And what a show it was for cutting-edge! The show was opened with a keynote speech by HPE CEO and President Antonio Neri, in which he outlined new product lines and services including cloud-based Large Language Model AI provision, security features, and closer integration with a number of datacentre ...
Jun 29, 2023•19 min•Ep. 19
AI is huge business. But it’s also having a huge effect on our carbon emissions: The storage, cooling, and processing power required to train a large language model AI can produce as much CO2 as driving over a million miles in a family car. In this episode, we’re talking to HPE Chief Technologist Matt Armstrong-Barnes about the concept of sustainable AI, and how making strategic decisions early in the design process – as well as proper data management – can help save organisations a fortune, as ...
Jun 22, 2023•20 min•Ep. 18
HPE Discover 2023 is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from the 20th-22nd June 2023. It’s one of the highlights of the enterprise technology calendar, attracting thousands of delegates to hear talks on everything from edge computing to cyber security. Here’s our top seven (for good luck) highlights of the upcoming show. Events we mention (in order): You can find details of all these events and more on the HPE Discover website - hpe.com/discover ‘Digital ambition is only met by reimagining your op...
Jun 15, 2023•19 min•Ep. 17
We humans are social animals, and we communicate a lot with our voices - much more than just in the words we speak. So if our voices can communicate emotion, can they also communicate health markers? Well, apparently so. Increasingly, AI research is looking at using AI voice analysis to diagnose everything from common colds to cancer, as well as mental health markers. It could be a huge opportunity in the healthcare space, but also in professional settings as a tool in the belt of HR and talent ...
Jun 08, 2023•17 min•Ep. 16
Applying for driver's licenses. Filing for permits. Applying for aid or benefits. The world is a bureaucratic place, and it cost individuals, organisations, and Governments billions of dollars a year to make it all tick over. So can good digital transformation fix the problem? Can it streamline our lives? If so, what does that look like, and, more importantly, why haven't we done it yet? This week we're joined by Managing Director at Boston Consulting Group, Neveen Awad, to find out. We'd love t...
Jun 01, 2023•19 min•Ep. 15
In the second of our two-part mini-series on women in tech, we're talking to Hewlett Packard Enterprise CTO Fidelma Russo about her experiences of rising to the top, and what large tech organizations are doing to redress the balance of workplace diversity. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organisations and what we can learn from ...
May 25, 2023•14 min•Ep. 14
Just 33% of the workforce are women. So why is there such a gap and what can be done about it? In the first episode of a two-part mini-series, we're talking to EQL:HER CEO Laura Stebbing about how women are breaking through barriers to leadership in tech, and what companies can do to encourage diversity and retention. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and exp...
May 18, 2023•19 min•Ep. 13
In 2022, between 300 and 500 million people globally watched esports events in one form or another. And with huge audiences come huge revenues and prize pots: DOTA 2, one of the most popular games among fans and competitive players, has an estimated prize pool of over $40 million annually across the various leagues and tournaments. The industry as a whole is worth $1.4 billion, and it's growing fast. Leading the charge is Evil Geniuses. We are joined by CEO Nicole LaPointe Jameson to talk about ...
May 04, 2023•17 min•Ep. 12
