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AI at Scale: How Cisco, NVIDIA and WWT Are Powering the Future of Enterprise AI
As AI moves from predictive analytics to real-time autonomous decision-making, enterprises face a critical challenge: scaling AI securely and efficiently. This episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast explores key takeaways from NVIDIA GTC, the evolving Cisco-NVIDIA partnership and the foundational role AI infrastructure plays in unlocking enterprise-scale AI. Featuring WWT VP of Networking and AI Solutions Neil Anderson, NVIDIA SVP of Networking Kevin Deierling and Cisco SVP of Networking Kevin Wollenweber, the episode covers insights into networking, security, and compute innovations, and how Cisco, NVIDIA and WWT are shaping the future of AI-powered businesses.
AI's Next Leap: Insights from NVIDIA GTC 2025
Bonus episode! Jensen Huang's keynote at NVIDIA GTC 2025 reinforced that we are entering a new phase of AI-driven enterprise transformation — signaling a shift from AI as a supporting tool to AI as a decision-making and autonomous agent. In this special episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, we get quick-hit reaction from WWT experts on the ground at NVIDIA GTC 2025 — from new product announcements and its impact on the enterprise to innovative technology showcased on the floor and discussions behind the scenes.
Exploring the Symbiotic Relationship Between Cloud and AI | Experts
The relationship between AI and cloud is increasingly sybmiotic. Growing investment in cloud is driving faster adoption and spend on artificial intelligence (AI), while the majority of AI applications are developed in the cloud. AI can be used to automate complex tasks in cloud computing, optimize system performance, and improve user experience; while cloud computing provides the computing resources and infrastructure needed to train and deploy AI models at scale.
Join Neil Anderson, who leads WWT's cloud and infrastructure practice, as he dives into the implications AI is having on cloud, and vice versa. Neil talks with detail about how AI is affecting cloud cost management and optimization, how IT leaders can secure use of AI in their cloud solutions, how high performance architectures needed to run AI will impact cloud strategies and common AI applications best suited for the cloud.
Embracing Automated Platforms that Drive Efficiency, Simplicity and Scale | Experts
Businesses across the world are turning to automation to drive efficiency and simplicity. But for many, automation doesn't work as quickly or seamlessly as they'd like. In most cases, that's because leaders are thinking of operations from an operations and infrastructure perspective. There's a third equally critical component — automated platforms — that must be considered.
Join WWT Senior Practice Manager for Automation Phillip Palmer as he discusses how automated platforms relate to other core areas of automation, such as infrastructure and operations. Phillip also talks about the teams and roles that stand to be most impacted by automation initiatives and how organizations can work toward automation unlocking a self-service model moving forward.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Okta Foundations
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During the event, the lab creator will introduce the Okta Foundations Lab, a premier capability of the Advanced Technology Center (ATC). This innovative lab provides an immersive virtual environment allowing participants to gain hands-on experience with the essential features of the Okta solution, free from the constraints of physical hardware.
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Hands-On Lab Workshop: Aruba SD-Branch with CX, ECS and Aruba Central
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During this exclusive session, the host will introduce the Aruba SD-Branch with CX, ECS and Aruba Central Learning Series. In this Learning Series, the user will experience: Aruba ECS (SilverPeak Configuration. Aruba CX Switching Configuration. Aruba Central Configuration. Aruba CX Switching is a series of network switches that are built for enterprise and data center settings, providing high-performance, dependable, and secure networking solutions. Aruba CX supports open standards and can integrate easily with third-party tools and software. Aruba ECS (SliverPeak) is a comprehensive platform that focuses on enabling edge computing capabilities in networking environments. Aruba Central is a cloud-based network management and monitoring platform that provides centralized management for wired, wireless, and SD-WAN network infrastructure.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: NVIDIA Base Command Manager
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During this exclusive session, the host will introduce the NVIDIA Base Command Manager version 10. This Learning Series was created for DGX admins and operators to explore tasks required on Day 2 when administering DGX SuperPod and BasePod environments with BCM (Base Command Manager). We will walk through the Base View lab and touch on some CMSH basics Lab.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Red Team Tools with Bloodhound
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During this exclusive session, the host will introduce the Red Team Tools with the Bloodhound learning path and lab. This mini lab will walk users through web application security tools that they may use during a Cyber Range red team event. This learning path will teach you the fundamentals of comprehensive penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Bloodhound and Impacket.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Cisco Passive Optical Networks (PON)
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During this exclusive session, the host will introduce the Cisco Passive Optical Networks (PON) learning path and lab. Cisco's Routed Passive Optical Network (PON) solution differs from traditional PON solutions by having the Optical Line Terminal (OLT) exist as a pluggable transceiver in a router rather than a dedicated device. This learning path will cover the basics of how Cisco's Routed PON solution works and how to operate it.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Liqid Disaggregated Composable Infrastructure
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During this exclusive session, the host will introduce the Liqid Composable Disaggregated Infrastructure (CDI) Lab. This lab has been purpose-built to allow users to validate NVIDIA GPU and Intel Optane NVMe technology composition to Dell PowerEdge servers via software. This one-hour event is limited to 60 participants who will have the opportunity to engage in Q&A during the session. Attendees are encouraged to actively participate by launching the lab themselves alongside the host for a hands-on experience.
Optimizing Your Security Tools: Turning Complexity into Capability
Many organizations are facing a growing problem: a patchwork of overlapping tools, redundant features and platforms that don't integrate. The result? Skyrocketing budgets, underutilized assets and security teams overwhelmed by the complexity of managing it all. But the bigger question is: Do you actually have the right tools to provide the coverage you need? Join Matt Berry Global Field CTO for Cybersecurity at WWT and Justin Peterson Senior Director at WWT, as they dive into this pressing issue. Together, they'll reveal how to turn your security stack from a liability into a strategic asset.
Beyond Chatbots: How Digital Humans Are Transforming Enterprise AI Experiences
As enterprise AI strategies mature, the user interface is evolving beyond chatbots. Enter the digital human — real-time, emotionally aware, multilingual AI avatars designed to mimic human interaction with uncanny realism. In this episode of AI Proving Ground Podcast, WWT Chief Technology Advisor Ruben Ambrose and Area Director of Strategy an Innovation Eric Jones unpack their journey building WWT's own avatar, "Ellie," and offer a revealing look at the infrastructure, latency tradeoffs and feedback loops driving this frontier.
Staying Ahead of AI Policy and Governance with a Global Framework
AI isn't just evolving — it's accelerating into every corner of business and society. But while innovation surges ahead, AI policy and regulation is playing catch-up. In this episode of The AI Proving Ground Podcast, two of WWT's foremost AI and cyber experts — Kate Kuehn and Bryan Fite — dive deep into the fragmented and fast-changing world of AI policy, regulation and governance. Plus, what every enterprise should be doing right now to stay ahead of regulatory change while building AI systems that are secure, inclusive and future-proof.
Steps for Driving Cyber Resiliency Enterprise-Wide
We've heard it time and time again: It's not if, but when you'll get hacked. Accepting that reality requires you and your security teams shift your focus from prevention to recovery. Watch Kate Kuehn, WWT's Global Head of Cyber Advocacy, talk about how you can drive cyber resiliency – from the practitioner level all the way up through the board room.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Okta Foundations
Join us for the Virtual Lab Workshop! During the event, the lab creator will introduce the Okta Foundations Lab, a premier capability of the Advanced Technology Center (ATC). This innovative lab provides an immersive virtual environment allowing participants to gain hands-on experience with the essential features of the Okta solution, free from the constraints of physical hardware.
Beyond the Booth at Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium
Discover insights from the Rocky Mountain Cyber Symposium, where WWT, along with partners Google, Cisco, Intel and Spectro Cloud, tackle cybersecurity challenges for the Department of Defense.
Unlocking the Power of Cisco CPaaS for Best-in-Class Customer Experience in Retail
Join us for an insightful virtual event focused on Cisco CPaaS (Communications Platform as a Service). This event will delve into how Cisco's CPaaS solutions can revolutionize customer interactions across multiple communication channels, enhancing customer satisfaction while optimizing operational efficiency. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Cisco CPaaS integrates with existing systems to deliver seamless, automated and personalized customer experiences. Whether you're looking to improve customer engagement, streamline processes or leverage AI-driven insights, this event will provide valuable knowledge and practical strategies to help you achieve your goals.
Why AI Might Save Healthcare — And How It's Already Happening
Can AI solve the healthcare crisis? Hear from two frontline healthcare executives — Dr. Sanaz Cordes and Dr. Eric Quinones, both Chief Digital Advisors with WWT — on the groundbreaking ways AI is reshaping clinical care, restoring physician focus, and unlocking new levels of operational efficiency. Explore how healthcare organizations are implementing AI today—with use cases including ambient scribing, inbox management, predictive analytics, and automation. Learn how CIOs and clinicians are scaling AI safely and effectively, and what it means for the future of healthcare delivery.
Strengthening Cybersecurity Governance for Business Resilience
In today's evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity governance is no longer just an IT function—it's a business imperative. Regulators demand more than compliance checkboxes; they expect organizations to prove that their security controls work.
Join WWT security experts Mario Balakgie and Mike Dombrowski for a deep dive into governance strategies that align security with business objectives, mitigate emerging risks and drive operational resilience. You'll learn how organizations can move from compliance-driven to risk-driven approaches, ensuring faster, smarter decision-making in an interconnected world.
Basics and Breakthroughs: How State and Local CISOs Can Walk the Line
State and local CISOs find themselves holding multiple truths. On the one hand, they must guard against sophisticated cyber threats — think AI-powered deepfakes and metamorphic malware. On the other hand, most attacks still occur because of gaps in basic cyber practices. CISOs must ensure agencies aren't using unsanctioned AI applications, but they also must be seen as AI enablers, not blockers. Join WWT experts and former state CISOs John Evans, Chief Technology Advisor, and Steve Meyer, Senior Consulting Security Architect, as they explore how CISOs can shine in a landscape characterized by basics and breakthroughs.
Why Now Is the Time to Embrace a Converged Network Architecture
The convergence of optical transport and core routing has long been a networking ambition. Unfortunately, challenges related to cost, performance and interpretability have stood in the way — until now. Join WWT experts Josh Hogan and Tyler Tappy as they discuss how recent advancements have made it the perfect time for organizations to embrace a converged network architecture.
Using Networks as a Platform to Drive Facility and Operations Innovation
No longer simply about Wi-Fi, today's campus networks integrate with building systems that can drive innovation, enhance employee experience, accelerate environmental initiatives and unlock the power of AI.
Join WWT Technical Solutions Architect Samuel Clements as he talks about how wireless technology is reshaping connectivity for campus networks and acts as a platform to support hybrid work models that are more secure and embrace the unpredictability of an AI-driven future. Clements also discusses how IT leaders can create inroads with facilities management teams by treating them like a line of business, matching the right wireless technology to specific use cases and how optimized facilities can create a competitive advantage for your organization.
AI at Scale: How Cisco, NVIDIA and WWT Are Powering the Future of Enterprise AI
As AI moves from predictive analytics to real-time autonomous decision-making, enterprises face a critical challenge: scaling AI securely and efficiently. This episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast explores key takeaways from NVIDIA GTC, the evolving Cisco-NVIDIA partnership and the foundational role AI infrastructure plays in unlocking enterprise-scale AI. Featuring WWT VP of Networking and AI Solutions Neil Anderson, NVIDIA SVP of Networking Kevin Deierling and Cisco SVP of Networking Kevin Wollenweber, the episode covers insights into networking, security, and compute innovations, and how Cisco, NVIDIA and WWT are shaping the future of AI-powered businesses.
Preparation and Innovation: A Winning Combination for AI Success in State and Local Government
AI holds incredible potential for state and local governments — from expanding access to public programs to personalizing services based on the needs of individuals and families. But innovating citizen experiences with AI requires preparation. For example, data quality, accessibility and ownership must first be solidified, along with security guardrails. Join WWT experts John Evans, Chief Technology Advisor, and Mark Whitworth, Principal Advisor, as they discuss how state and local technology leaders can focus both on preparation and innovation for AI success.
The Future of Cyber Resilience and Risk Management: Tackling AI and Business Continuity
What would happen if your business suffered a major cyber attack today? Most organizations aren't ready. But yours can be. In this powerful discussion, WWT cybersecurity experts Kate Kuehn and Angela Brandt reveal how businesses can stay operational through inevitable cyber incidents. Learn why AI-driven threats, internal mistakes, and system malfunctions are reshaping security strategies and how you can build a resilient business that doesn't just survive, but thrives in the face of disruption.