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The º£½ÇÉçÇø 2023 Roadshow recently concluded, and it was a three-day extravaganza of tech insights, innovations, and discussions. This year's event brought together some of the most influential names in the tech industry, including Cisco, Lenovo, AWS, and Bow River Solutions. They shared their thoughts on the industry's latest developments, trends, and challenges, making it an invaluable experience for tech enthusiasts and business leaders alike.

Cisco Unveils Top Threats and Trends

One of the highlights of the roadshow was Cisco's insightful discussion about cybersecurity. The top observed threat in Q2 was a topic of intense focus. The audience learned that ransomware was the leading threat, causing havoc and disruption across the digital landscape. Data theft extortion and business email compromise followed closely behind, making cybersecurity a paramount concern for businesses of all sizes.

Another eye-opening revelation? Valid accounts were the top infection vector in 2023. This underscores the critical importance of robust security measures to protect user accounts and sensitive data. In response, 86% of companies are now investing at least 10% of their budget in cybersecurity to combat this evolving threat landscape.

Among vulnerabilities, multi-factor authentication emerged as the top weakness. Cisco emphasized the need for organizations to adopt this security measure and stay vigilant against emerging threats in the digital realm.

Lenovo's Edge Computing Revolution

Ken Demontigny from Lenovo shed light on edge computing—a concept that's rapidly gaining traction. Edge computing involves deploying infrastructure and applications outside centralized data centers and public clouds, closer to where data is generated and consumed. The goal? Enhance performance and reduce latency by processing data closer to its source.

Lenovo highlighted two key trends in edge computing: consolidation and acceleration. The consolidation approach extends the cloud to the edge with multiple devices, while acceleration leverages AI to boost performance.

Edge AI was a hot topic, showcasing its transformative potential in smart retail. Practical applications discussed included:

• Computer vision for loss prevention
• Early detection of livestock health issues
• Streamlining distribution operations with real-time video analysis

Lenovo also stressed the unique requirements of edge computing, including environmental factors, security measures, continuity, and management. Their TruScale "as a service" offering presented an enticing solution for businesses, providing a flexible, scalable, and comprehensive IT solution package.

AWS: Building Future-Proof Foundations

Karim Hatata from AWS focused on the cloud as a future-proof foundation for businesses. They highlighted key benefits such as scalability, security, and cost savings. AWS emphasized that by 2025, 30% of SMBs would shift half of their core workloads to the cloud for increased agility and resilience.

Organizations migrating to AWS from on-premises infrastructure reported significant benefits:

• Reduced technology infrastructure costs
• Increased administrator productivity
• Fewer outages
• Faster time-to-market for new features

AWS outlined the advantages of using their platform, which includes comprehensive planning, visibility into performance, and a seamless migration process. They stressed the importance of data-based decisions and a modernization vision to stay competitive.

Bow River Solutions: Empowering Businesses Through Data

Oscar Cruz from Bow River Solutions, a data consulting and software development company, brought their expertise to the stage. They emphasized the importance of data in achieving revenue growth, reducing expenses, expanding businesses, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Bow River Solutions collaborates with businesses to identify valuable data assets, analyze data, and provide insights for better decision-making.

The Bottom Line

The º£½ÇÉçÇø 2023 Roadshow concluded with a comprehensive overview of the tech landscape, leaving attendees with valuable insights into the current challenges and opportunities in the industry. It's clear that technology is evolving at a rapid pace, and businesses must adapt to stay ahead in this ever-changing landscape.

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