The Ravit Show

Just wrapped up a great conversation with Charles L., Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Reworld Waste, here at Qlik Connect 2025.Reworld has grown rapidly through acquisitions, which naturally brings a lot of complexity—different systems, plant locations, and sources of information. I asked Charles how they’ve approached building a unified data strategy across such a diverse organization.He shared how Reworld has been leveraging Qlik and Talend to bring all these data sources together and make them usable across teams. It’s not just about centralizing data—it’s about enabling better decisions, improving processes, and opening the door to real AI adoption across the business.Always interesting to hear directly from leaders who are navigating real-world data challenges and building for what’s next.More on the Reworld and Qlik partnership#data #ai #qlikconnect #theravitshow

How do you build a single data strategy across theme parks, cinemas, and media? At Qlik Connect, I hosted Arul Arogyanathan, CIO at Village Roadshow, on The Ravit Show and we discussed about what it takes to lead data transformation across one of Australia’s most iconic entertainment groups.A few things stood out: • Data governance is seen as an enabler—not a blocker—for agility and scale • Teams are empowered to act on data, not just consume it • Moving to Qlik SaaS has accelerated digital adoption across the business • Qlik Answers is helping staff embed intelligence into day-to-day decisionsThis wasn’t just a tech conversation—it was about reshaping how people work, decide, and deliver impact in a fast-moving industry.If you’re navigating multiple business models under one roof, there’s a lot to take away from this one.#data #ai #agents #qlikconnect #theravitshow

I had the opportunity to speak with Dinesh Nirmal, Senior Vice President, IBM Software, and dive into a conversation that felt both timely and necessary.As GenAI continues to evolve—today it's agents, tomorrow it may be something entirely new—many companies are asking where to start. Dinesh made one thing clear: if your data is ready, you’re ready for whatever comes next. That means not just storing data, but ensuring it's accessible, governed, and secure.We spoke about the latest in IBM watsonx.data—especially how it’s tackling the challenges of unstructured data. From new features to ecosystem partnerships, IBM is doubling down on helping enterprises access, manage, and secure data more efficiently.In a crowded AI and data landscape, I asked Dinesh what truly sets IBM apart. His perspective? It's the combination of decades of enterprise expertise and a clear focus on being first, only, or best in the areas that matter most.We also unpacked IBM’s commitment to being hybrid and open—and why that matters. Whether it’s through Red Hat or integrations with tools like HashiCorp, IBM's approach is built for the complexity of real-world enterprise IT.More from this conversation will be shared soon. Until then—how are you preparing your data foundation for what’s next?#data #ai #ibm #agents #IBMPartner #Think2025 #TheRavitShow

I’m here at IBM Think Boston—and what a kickoff with Partner Plus Day. I had the chance to sit down with Bo Gebbie, President of Evolving Solutions, to talk about how their partnership with IBM is helping clients navigate the evolving AI landscape.We explored what it really looks like when technology is simplified by people, for people. Bo shared how “people simplifying technology” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a mindset that’s shaping the way they work alongside clients to make AI, automation, and IBM technologies more accessible and actionable.We also talked about what’s on the minds of enterprise clients right now: how to use generative AI to not just experiment, but drive real value—and how IBM’s ecosystem is playing a key role in making that happen.This was an insightful conversation about partnerships, trust, and the human side of tech transformation. What are you most curious about when it comes to Gen AI in the enterprise?#data #ai #ibm #agents #IBMPartner #Think2025 #TheRavitShow

As organizations accelerate AI adoption and digital transformation, outdated data management practices are becoming a liability.In this episode of The Ravit Show, I sit down with Kamal Hathi, SVP and GM, Splunk Products & Technology, to discuss the findings from Splunk’s new report: The New Rules of Data Management: Creating Value in the AI Era.Key topics we covered:- Why unified data visibility is still rare—and how to fix it- The cost of unnecessary data movement in a federated world- How clean, well-managed data improves AI accuracy and security- Why leaders embracing federation, pipeline orchestration, and lifecycle management are outperforming across the boardThis conversation is a must-watch for anyone building resilient, AI-ready enterprise systems.#SplunkSponsored #Data #AI #TheRavitShow

That was one of the big questions I explored last week in my interview with Michael Fasulo from Commvault at RSA Conference.We had a great conversation covering:- What the Recovery Range really is and why it's different from typical security exercises- How AI is reshaping cybersecurity—both the wins and the new challenges it’s creating- What CISOs are telling Commvault about the real roadblocks when it comes to implementing AI in security strategies- And what Michael sees coming next in this fast-changing spaceIt’s clear that while AI is unlocking new levels of defense, it’s also forcing security teams to think differently—especially about recovery.More conversations and takeaways from RSA coming soon.#ai #security #rsa2025 #commvault #theravitshow

I had the chance to experience it firsthand today at RSA Conference — inside the Recovery Range by Commvault.I also sat down with Gareth Russell from Commvault to talk about what’s really on the minds of CISOs and enterprise leaders today. We talked about: • What Mission: Recoverable is really solving for • Why recovery is the new front line for security • What customers are most excited about right now • And what excites Gareth personally about where this space is headedIf you’re at RSA this week, do yourself a favor: • Stop by Booth 5678 • Try out the Recovery Range • Book time with the Commvault team to hear what’s next in cyber recoveryReal conversations, real strategies, and one of the best hands-on experiences at RSA.This interactive simulation — called Mission: Recoverable — isn’t just a demo. It’s a full-blown test of how ready you are when things go wrong. And I have to say, it’s one of the most insightful and realistic exercises I’ve seen at any security event.Register here to try it yourself — https://www.commvault.com/events/rsa-2025#ai #security #rsa2025 #commvault #theravitshow

Let’s talk AI—real challenges, real strategies. Had an insightful conversation with Shishir S., Senior Director of AI at Pythian, on The Ravit Show at Google Cloud Next 2025. We focused on the technical side of AI adoption—and it was packed with takeaways for teams navigating their own AI journey.We covered:-- The top challenges businesses face when implementing AI (spoiler: it’s not always the tech)-- How to think about ROI and time-to-value when evaluating AI projects-- The different tracks enterprises can take — GenAI, AI Embed, AI Build — and how to decide what fits best-- And how AI workshops are helping organizations move from experimentation to executionIf your org is building or scaling its AI efforts, this one’s worth a listen.Thank you Shishir and the Pythian team for joining us on #TheRavitShow!#data #ai #googlecloud #pythian #theravitshow

What stood out most at Google Cloud Next 2025? I had a great conversation with Paul Lewis, CTO, Pythian and Karen Pfeifer, CAIO on The Ravit Show, where we unpacked the biggest takeaways from the event — and dove straight into the topic everyone’s buzzing about: AI Agents.We explored:- What’s real vs. hype in the AI Agent space- How enterprises should think about AI adoption moving forward- And what trends are shaping the next wave of innovation in cloud and dataAlways fun and insightful chatting with leaders like Paul and Karen. If you’re navigating the AI shift, this one’s worth a watch.#data #ai #pythian #theravitshow

Live from Google Cloud Next 2025! Had the chance to sit down with Paul Lewis, CTO at Pythian, on The Ravit Show — and what a great conversation it was!We unpacked the key takeaways from Thomas Kurian’s keynote, dove into how organizations can move from AI-curious to AI-enabled, and talked about what’s next in the world of data and cloud.A huge congrats to Pythian for being named 2025 Google Cloud Databases Partner of the Year for North America — such a well-deserved recognition!It’s always inspiring to hear how teams like Paul’s are helping enterprises modernize with AI, build smarter systems, and make better decisions faster.If you’re at #GoogleNext25 — come say hi!#data #ai #googlecloud #pythian #theravitshow