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Darren Pulsipher, Chief Solution Architect for Public Sector at Intel, investigates effective change leveraging people, process, and technology. Which digital trends are a flash in the pan—and which will form the foundations of lasting change? With in-depth discussion and expert interviews, Embracing Digital Transformation finds the signal in the noise of the digital revolution. People Workers are at the heart of many of today’s biggest digital transformation projects. Learn how to transform ...
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#219 Embracing Confidential Generative AI
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Confidential computing is starting to take hold in industries where data privacy and personal data protection are important. The rise of Generative AI and the lack of protection are the perfect backdrop for the conversation Darren has with returning guest Patrick Conte, VP of sales from Fortanix. As the world increasingly turns to artificial intell…
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#218 Evolution of Secure Data Management in Medicine
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There is no better place to examine the evolution of data management and digital transformation than healthcare, and no better guest than one of the pioneers in healthcare information technology, Dr. Michael Blum. Check out the compelling interview with Darren and Dr. Michael Blum. # The Future of Data Management and Patient Care in Healthcare In t…
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In a recent episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, we dove headfirst into the fascinating world of data management and artificial intelligence (AI), with a particular focus on the role they play in defense and operations. We had the privilege of hosting retired Rear Admiral Ron Fritzemeier, a veteran in this field, who shared his insights and…
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#214 Embracing Risk with Big Bet Leadership
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Darren interviews John Rossman, author of Big Bet Leadership, about digital transformation and how to effect profound change in organizations, not just small evolutionary changes. Embracing Digital Transformation: An Explorative Approach to Managing Risk In our digitally driven world, talk of digital transformation is ubiquitous. While the need to …
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The Citrix Session: Pure PVS Provisioning for Pacesetting Public Sector Purposes!
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Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS) is one of the two image management technologies available in Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Citrix DaaS. Historically PVS has been used to deliver Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop workloads (VDA's) to servers and virtual machines from a single image over the network. However, it can also be used without CVAD/…
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The Citrix Session: The Power of Resource Centralization in Incident Recovery
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In this episode of our podcast, Bill Sutton, Andy Whiteside, and Geremy Myers discuss the importance of resource centralization for IT advantage in incident recovery, inspired by a blog post by Adam Lotz, Director of Product Marketing at Citrix. We'll dive into the benefits and strategies of centralizing resources, explaining how this approach can …
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In the rapidly evolving fields of software engineering and architecture, it is crucial to combine vision, creativity, and experienced judgment to ensure long-lasting advancement. In our recent episode of 'Embracing Digital Transformation,' Darren interviews George Davelman, CTO of Vixtera, who provided invaluable insights, encouraging us to approac…
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Today, on the "Embracing Digital Transformation" podcast, we were joined by Zach Hadley, a multifaceted professional with an extensive background spanning from city planning to corporate real estate development. Together, with our host and Chief Solution Architect Darren Pulsipher, we explored the incredible potential of Generative AI (Gen AI) and …
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#216 CrowdStrike Event: Building Resilience
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Tech and business leaders alike know that with increased reliance on digital systems and devices comes the potential for catastrophic outages, like the most significant IT outage in history, significantly disrupting services across several sectors. In a recent podcast episode, industry experts Darren Pulsipher and Steve delved into the driving fact…
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#215 CrowdStrike Outage Exposes Cybersecurity Flaws
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The CrowdStrike outage over the weekend exposed major flaws in our approach to CyberSeurity, Software Engineering and System Architecture. Darren is joined with returning guest Matthew Pulsipher to discuss the implications of this weekends events. In today's digital age, cybersecurity is not just a growing concern, it's an urgent and constant battl…
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#211 Back to the Basics of Data Management
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In this episode, Darren interviews Bob Buda, CEO of Buda Consulting. They delve into the fundamentals of data management, which remains crucial even as technology rapidly evolves. The integration of AI and the transition to cloud-based systems are transforming data management practices. These advancements are enhancing data validation and scalabili…
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The Citrix Session: New Citrix Features - Improve Resiliency and Minimize Downtime
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In this episode of our podcast, Bill Sutton, Andy Whiteside, and Geremy Myers explore key resiliency features in Citrix DaaS that are critical yet often overlooked, misunderstood, or misconfigured by administrators. We'll delve deep into the Local Host Cache (LHC) and Service Continuity features, discussing how they enable highly available environm…
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#210 Cyber Technology Cannot Hide Bad Risk Management
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In today’s tech-driven business world, balancing the use of SaaS platforms and maintaining robust cybersecurity is like walking a tightrope. In this podcast episode, we chat with Richard Hollis, Director at RiskCrew, about the practical application of Zero Trust principles and a holistic approach to risk management in the digital age. We explore th…
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The Citrix Session: Unpacking XenServer 8 and New Subscription Models
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XenServer has been a part of the Citrix family since the acquisition of XenSource in 2007. It is a solid player in the virtualization market particularly for running Citrix workloads. With purpose built features for improving the performance of virtual desktops such as Intellicache, Read Caching, PVS-Accelerator, and GPU virtualization many organiz…
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#209 Busting Roadblocks to Technology Policy
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In this episode, Darren discusses government technology policy with Rob Atkinson, the president of the Information Technology and Innovation Forum, a Washington, D.C., think tank that advises the government on technology policy. In a world constantly redefined and reshaped by technology, understanding the trajectory of digital transformation is cru…
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#208 Investing in Artificial Intelligence
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Chase the money! Darren interviews Jiri Fiala, Managing Director of VC firm Indigilabs, to delve into the investment trends of VCs and how large businesses are attempting to capture lightning in a bottle, akin to the 1990s. As we navigate the digital landscape, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential are always pro…
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#207 Understanding Enterprise Architecture for Government
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This week, Darren is on his own as he explores the significance of enterprise architecture and its increasing application in government to comprehend the intricacies of modern organizations. In the ever-evolving landscape of digital transformation, understanding the foundational elements of architectural systems is crucial. This guide delves into t…
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In this episode, Darren continues his interview with Steve Orrin, the CTO of Intel Federal. They discuss the paradigm shift in DevSecOps to handle Artificial Intelligence and the dynamic nature of application development that AI requires. We find the transformative power of Digital Transformation, DevOps, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the fas…
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In this episode, Darren interviews returning guest Steve Orrin, CTO of Intel Federal. about the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. Embracing AI's potential for bolstering cybersecurity while ensuring the security of AI itself requires a balance that necessitates early preparation and innovative strategies. Amidst the ev…
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The Citrix Session: Embrace Efficiency and Sustainability with Citrix DaaS and Azure Hibernation
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In today’s rapidly evolving cloud computing environment, balancing operational costs, user experience, and environmental sustainability is challenging and time-consuming for IT organizations. The recent general availability (GA) of Azure Hibernation with Citrix DaaS addresses these challenges. Since its initial tech preview, over 160 customers have…
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#204 GenAI Reality Check: Staying Informed Amid the Hype
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Is GenAI just hype, or is there something real there? In this episode, Darren sits down with Manish Tandon, CEO of Zensar Technologies, to uncover the truth behind the GenAI buzz. Manish shares his insights on how he and his company are handling the wave of GenAI hype, distinguishing between what's real and what's not, and strategically preparing t…
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The Citrix Session: Enhanced Security for Linux Thin Clients with Citrix Enterprise Browser and ZTNA
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Building upon the robust security of Linux thin clients, Citrix is thrilled to announce the expansion of its Enterprise Browser offerings to Linux, marking a significant step in our access security platform expansion strategy. This empowers organizations to further secure access to web and SaaS applications, particularly for environments reliant on…
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#203 Next Steps: Intel IT's Best Practices Journey
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Darren continues his discussion with Robert Vaughn about IT@Intel and how it is helping organizations all over the world with modernizing their information systems by sharing best practices. There's never been a better time to be in technology, specifically in digital transformation. In this exciting epoch, our strides in innovation are far-reachin…
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#202 Inside Intel IT: Sharing Best Practices Across the IT Landscape
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In the latest episode of our "Embracing Digital Transformation" podcast, our host Darren Pulsipher delved into the world of data center management, cloud computing, and software application development with Robert Vaughn, an esteemed technology specialist from Intel IT. Robert’s integral role at Intel goes beyond the norm. He collaborates across th…
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Now Available: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 Long Term Service Release
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If you’re ready to leverage the new LTSR but are still working on your upgrade plan, don’t worry. We have quite a few resources available to help you have a successful upgrade including our plan, upgrade, succeed blog series, the latest Citrix Master Class, an FAQ blog for answers to your most pressing LTSR questions from the Citrix Master Class, a…
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#201 Securing Information: Embracing Private GenAI RAG
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In this episode Darren interviews Jeff Marshall, Sr. VP of Federal and DOD at FedData. They explore GenAI, delving into its potential benefits, security risks, and the quest for balance between innovation and privacy. Discover how this technology acts as a universal translator, its data security challenges, and the road ahead for organizations tryi…
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#200 Home CEO: Managing Household and Small Business with Generative AI
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This week, Darren and Paige join forces for the first cross-over episode of Embracing Digital Transformation and Where's The Lemonade. They talk about GenAI in the household and how it can help manage a big, complex family. # Embracing Digital Transformation: The Future Lies In Generative AI We have turned to technology for assistance in our quest …
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#199 Cyber Defenders: Safeguarding GenAI Against Emerging Threats
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In this episode, Darren is joined by guest Chris Sistito, CEO of hiddenlayer, as we uncover the vulnerabilities threatening our digital future and explore innovative solutions to protect AI systems from exploitation and misuse. AI technologies garner significant attention for their transformative potential across multiple industries. However, this …
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Experts in technology and business are continuously looking for the best ways to leverage the expansive, ever-evolving, and vital digital transformation landscape. One such expert is Ben Kotvis, a principal solution architect at Insight, who shares powerful insights on how to effectively navigate the digital realm using people, process, and technol…
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