Such a great discussion with Varun Bijlani, Global Managing Partner and GM at IBM, on The Ravit Show at AWS re: Invent! We discussed the partnership between IBM and AWS, how hybrid cloud and AI are transforming businesses, and what lies ahead for 2025. Varun’s passion for the hybrid by-design framework and its value for organizations was inspiring.Key topics we covered:-- The evolution of the IBM-AWS partnership and the latest announcements from re:Invent-- A deep dive into the hybrid by-design framework and how it empowers businesses to leverage cloud and AI-- Real-world examples of collaboration between IBM and AWS, especially in the generative AI space-- Business outcomes driven by hybrid cloud strategies and what clients are prioritizing-- Priorities for 2025 and advice for organizations preparing for the year aheadIt was a fascinating conversation about the intersection of cloud, AI, and innovation.#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #IBMPartner #ibm #theravitshow

Last week at AWS Re: Invent, I interviewed Robert Breitel from IBM and Gaurav Parakh from Wipro on The Ravit Show at AWS re:Invent!We discussed the powerful partnership between IBM and Wipro and their joint efforts through the IBM and Wipro TechHub. Bob and Gaurav shared how this collaboration is helping joint clients build an AI-ready platform to accelerate their GenAI roadmap.Key highlights from the discussion:- How the IBM and Wipro TechHub is enabling innovation and driving value for joint clients- Insights into the AI-ready platform Wipro has built on IBM Watsonx to help businesses adopt generative AI seamlessly- The importance of partnerships in delivering cutting-edge solutions that align with client needs and future-ready strategiesThis was an inspiring discussion about the intersection of technology, collaboration, and client success.#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #ibm #wipro #theravitshow

It was a pleasure hosting Nick Otto, Head of Global Strategic Partnerships at IBM, on The Ravit Show at AWS re: Invent!We explored IBM’s collaborative approach with AWS and their strategy across the entire AI stack—from infrastructure to large language models (LLMs) and application layers. Nick shared insights into how this targeted partnership is delivering value to joint customers and shaping the future of generative AI in the enterprise space.Key topics we discussed:-- Nick’s role at IBM and his perspective on strategic partnerships-- How IBM and AWS are intentionally collaborating across the AI stack to tackle impactful projects-- The benefits of this targeted approach for joint customers.IBM’s strategy around generative AI and its role in the broader technology ecosystem-- Exciting developments and trends for AI in the enterprise over the next yearThis conversation was a deep dive into the future of AI and how intentional partnerships can drive innovation and customer success!#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #IBMPartner #ibm #theravitshow

How is IBM transforming Data and AI in partnership with AWS? I hosted Marcela Vairo, VP of Data & AI, Americas, IBM, on The Ravit Show at AWS re: Invent!We covered some exciting topics around Data Quality, Data Observability, and IBM’s latest innovations in Data & AI. Marcela shared insights from her recent roundtable discussion at the event and highlighted how IBM’s partnership with AWS is creating new opportunities for businesses leveraging cloud-based data solutions.Key highlights from our conversation:-- Takeaways from Marcela’s roundtable discussion on the state of Data and AI-- Updates on the IBM + AWS partnership, including RDS for Db2 and expanded collaboration-- New capabilities in the AWS Marketplace, such as Databand for data observability and watsonx.data to enhance data management and AI readiness-- Marcela’s vision for what’s next in Data and AI for 2025This conversation puts light on how IBM is driving innovation and empowering organizations with cutting-edge Data and AI capabilities.#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #IBMPartner #ibm #theravitshow

Thrilled to have had Zachary Friedman, Associate Director of Product Management at Immuta, join me on The Ravit Show at AWS re: Invent!Our discussion highlighted the strong partnership between Immuta and AWS, including how the two companies collaborate across development and sales to deliver solutions that empower data teams. From Redshift to S3 and SageMaker, and now with Lake Formation integration, the depth of this partnership is driving significant value for customers.We explored key topics, including:-- How the Immuta-AWS partnership enables organizations to scale secure and governed data access across multiple platforms-- The growing importance of data analytics in governance projects as companies prioritize data-driven decision-making-- The challenges companies face as they scale their data environments, and how Immuta’s solutions address the need for faster, secure data access without compromising governance.-- The reasons behind Immuta’s integration with Lake Formation and how it supports tools like Athena, EMR, and Redshift Spectrum to deliver even greater control and flexibility for customersImmuta’s commitment to deepening its support for AWS services is a testament to its customer-first approach and drive to simplify secure data access.#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #immuta #theravitshow

Had an incredible conversation with Moritz Plassnig, Chief Product Officer at Immuta, on The Ravit Show at AWS re:Invent! We discussed the growing buzz around data marketplaces and how they’re transforming how companies access and utilize data.Mo shared valuable insights on why data marketplaces are gaining traction, what makes them so compelling, and the critical factors that determine the success or failure of such projects.We also explored Immuta’s newly launched data marketplace solution and how it integrates seamlessly with their platform capabilities to drive innovation and efficiency in data access.Some of the key points we explored-- Why data marketplaces are becoming a critical focus for companies worldwide--Practical steps and considerations for launching a successful marketplace--How Immuta’s solution is designed to streamline access while maintaining data governanceHuge thanks to Mo for joining the show!#data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #immuta #theravitshow

How is Zero Trust transforming data sharing in the public sector? I had an engaging discussion with Chris Brown, Field CTO at Immuta, on The Ravit Show at AWS re: Invent, where we explored the critical role of Zero Trust Data Sharing and its impact on public sector organizations. Chris shared insights on how the Zero Trust mandate is reshaping data security policies, moving the focus from network and application protection to enforcing data policies directly within the platform. Key highlights from our conversation: -- How Zero Trust is driving automation in data tagging, fine-grained controls, and visibility -- Why data sharing is vital for the public sector, including examples like the VA and DoD collaborating to improve veteran healthcare and force readiness -- The roadblocks organizations face with legacy systems and rigid sharing policies -- How Immuta is helping organizations achieve Zero Trust maturity and democratize data access while maintaining security This conversation shed light on how Zero Trust is not just a framework but a practical solution for secure, scalable, and effective data sharing! #data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #immuta #theravitshow

It was great to chat with Stephen Thompson, Senior VP of Sales at Qlik at AWS re: Invent. We discussed Customer Stories, AI Implementation and much more! #data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #qlik #theravitshow

I had a blast chatting with Stef Hermans, Director of Global Marketing Partner, Qlik on The Ravit Show at AWS Re: Invent. We discussed about Qlik and AWS Partnership, the Accenture partnership announcements, and much more! #data #ai #qlik #awsreinvent #reinvent2024 #qlikreinvent #theravitshow

How do you understand the true potential of AI? I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sharad Kumar, Field CTO for Data at Qlik, on The Ravit Show at AWS re:Invent. Sharad’s depth of knowledge and passion for data and AI was truly inspiring. We talked about what it really takes to build a strong data foundation and how organizations can overcome challenges to make AI more impactful and trustworthy. Some of the key takeaways for me: • The importance of diverse, accurate, and secure data in driving meaningful AI outcomes • How to address the challenge of fragmented data estates and create a unified data strategy • Why focusing on data readiness is critical for improving AI model trustworthiness and ensuring fairness • How Qlik is helping organizations unlock the value of AI through its data integration and governance solutions Sharad’s experience—from founding Mozaic Data to leading global data transformations at Accenture—brought a unique perspective to the conversation. #data #ai #awsreinvent #awsreinvent2024 #reinvent2024 #qlik #theravitshow