Topic: Infrastructure

Seminar Topics

[1 CPE] Transforming Networks: Harnessing AI and ML for Optimal Performance

  Presented by Pine Cove Consulting & Ruckus

In today’s digitally interconnected world, networks play a critical role in ensuring seamless communication and data transfer. However, network performance and reliability can often be challenging to maintain. Each year, we see an increased number of devices added to our networks along with more use of high-bandwidth applications. IT teams often lack the tools to ensure required network service levels in an environment of ever-increasing user connectivity demands and network complexity. This presentation aims to explore the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques in overcoming these challenges.

The presentation will delve into various strategies and technologies that can help organizations improve their network performance. We will discuss proactive approaches to troubleshoot network issues before they escalate, saving valuable time and resources. By leveraging AI-powered tools and techniques, attendees will learn how to gain quick yet in-depth insights into their network’s health, enabling them to identify and resolve potential bottlenecks efficiently.

This presentation will also emphasize the importance of customized data reports in network management. Attendees will discover how AI and ML tools can process vast amounts of network data, providing valuable information tailored to their specific needs. This capability allows network administrators to make informed decisions and optimize network performance based on relevant metrics and key performance indicators.

Additionally, cloud radio resource management (CRRM) will be explored to address co-channel interference—a common problem in wireless networks. We will shed light on how CRRM leverages AI and ML to intelligently allocate and manage radio resources via algorithms, mitigating interference and enhancing overall network performance. Attendees will gain insights into the benefits of this approach and its potential to revolutionize wireless network operations.

Overall, this presentation aims to empower network administrators and professionals with the knowledge and tools to transform their networks using AI and ML. By embracing these cutting-edge technologies, organizations can enhance network performance, ensure better reliability, and streamline their operations in the ever-evolving landscape of modern networking.

[1 CPE] Networking Deep Dive: Moving Beyond 192.16

  Presented by Pine Cove Consulting

In the world of networking, where devices and vendors multiply, IT specialists face the challenge of supporting and troubleshooting a wide array of equipment. To provide IT professionals with a comprehensive understanding of network complexities and best practices, this presentation will:

  • Highlight the impact of broadcast and multicast on network performance and strategies for efficient management
  • Discuss VLAN best practices, emphasizing the importance of segregating network traffic to enhance security and optimize performance
  • Explore the growing demand for and challenges associated with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and provide insights into effectively managing power requirements
  • Review the advantages and disadvantages of wireless connectivity compared to wired connections for specific devices and scenarios
  • Emphasize the importance of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) in network management, as well as the role of ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) and MAC-address tables in troubleshooting network issues
  • Examine vendor remote access as a critical aspect of network administration, addressing the challenges and best practices associated with granting remote access to external vendors for troubleshooting and support
  • Explain LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol), CDP (Cisco Discovery Protocol), and LLDP-MED (Link Layer Discovery Protocol-Media Endpoint Discovery) policies, highlighting their significance in network discovery and device configuration
  • Explore the uses of SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), focusing on its role in network monitoring, performance management, and device configuration
  • Discuss Syslog, both local and remote, as a valuable tool for collecting and analyzing network event logs, aiding in troubleshooting and security investigations
  • Examine the placement of cameras and access control systems on the network, and the considerations for parallel networks, to ensure optimal security and performance
  • Acknowledge the challenges of implementing Voice over IP (VoIP) systems, highlighting the complexities, and emphasizing the importance of proper planning and configuration

By delving into these topics, this presentation equips IT professionals with valuable insights and practical knowledge for managing and troubleshooting complex networks. It aims to deepen their understanding of network intricacies, empowering them to make informed decisions and optimize network performance and security.

[1 CPE] Intune: What’s New and What’s Next

  Presented by Chris McDuffie, Vice President of Cloud Architecture • Structured

Microsoft Intune is quickly becoming a strategic part of not only device management, but compliance and security as well. Structured will cover what’s new and how Intune will impact your Windows PC strategy management.

[1 CPE] How to Simplify and Secure Your Network & What You Need to Know About Wi-FI 6e

  Presented by Matt Helm, Sr Systems Engineer  • Extreme Networks

During the presentation, we will discuss how to simplify your network and make it more secure by using the IEEE standard 802.1aq. We explain the standard, and how it is easier to use than traditional networking and much more secure. We will demo its simplicity and what makes it secure.

We will then move into Wifi 6e and how it is changing the way we must look at wireless deployments. We will discuss all the changes that it has brought us and what we must be planning for with the higher speeds that we will be able to achieve.

[1 CPE] Transforming Networks: Harnessing AI and ML for Optimal Performance

  Presented by Pine Cove Consulting & Ruckus

In today’s digitally interconnected world, networks play a critical role in ensuring seamless communication and data transfer. However, network performance and reliability can often be challenging to maintain. Each year, we see an increased number of devices added to our networks along with more use of high-bandwidth applications. IT teams often lack the tools to ensure required network service levels in an environment of ever-increasing user connectivity demands and network complexity. This presentation aims to explore the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques in overcoming these challenges.

The presentation will delve into various strategies and technologies that can help organizations improve their network performance. We will discuss proactive approaches to troubleshoot network issues before they escalate, saving valuable time and resources. By leveraging AI-powered tools and techniques, attendees will learn how to gain quick yet in-depth insights into their network’s health, enabling them to identify and resolve potential bottlenecks efficiently.

This presentation will also emphasize the importance of customized data reports in network management. Attendees will discover how AI and ML tools can process vast amounts of network data, providing valuable information tailored to their specific needs. This capability allows network administrators to make informed decisions and optimize network performance based on relevant metrics and key performance indicators.

Additionally, cloud radio resource management (CRRM) will be explored to address co-channel interference—a common problem in wireless networks. We will shed light on how CRRM leverages AI and ML to intelligently allocate and manage radio resources via algorithms, mitigating interference and enhancing overall network performance. Attendees will gain insights into the benefits of this approach and its potential to revolutionize wireless network operations.

Overall, this presentation aims to empower network administrators and professionals with the knowledge and tools to transform their networks using AI and ML. By embracing these cutting-edge technologies, organizations can enhance network performance, ensure better reliability, and streamline their operations in the ever-evolving landscape of modern networking.

[1 CPE] Hybrid Cloud: Empowering IT with Resiliency, Multicloud Strategies, Optimal Spend, & Sustainability

  Presented by Hitachi Vantara

The hybrid cloud has emerged as a game-changing paradigm for modern IT infrastructure, offering IT Leaders and above a wealth of opportunities to drive innovation and efficiency. With the ever-increasing demand for cyber resiliency, flexibility, and sustainability, it is crucial for IT constituents to grasp the intricacies of the hybrid cloud, including key concepts such as security, multicloud, nearcloud, cloud spend optimization, data refactorization, and sustainability practices.

Throughout the session, real-world case studies and examples will be shared from Day 0, Day 1, and Day 2 customers.

  • Day 0 means you want to take advantage of this new framework but are still working through how to adopt hybrid cloud, how to secure it, and how to recruit proper talent to maximize it.
  • Day 1 means your organization took the first step and has a minimum spend commit they must meet. However, you’re still unsure of how to meet it because you’re still determining which applications to refactor, which containerized microservices to adopt, how to reskill existing talent, and how to implement your compliance and governance strategy.
  • Day 2 means your organization has already overcome these hurdles. Nice work! Instead of worrying about hitting a minimum spend commit, you’re now focused on optimizing your environment to limit sprawling cloud costs and looking towards data repatriation efforts.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions and pose questions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. By the end of this session, IT Leaders will have the knowledge and tools necessary to evaluate, plan, and implement hybrid cloud solutions that align with their organization’s goals, including sustainability. Afterall, Hitachi is committed to providing solutions that are exclusively carbon-neutral or zero-carbon, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach.

[1 CPE] Hybrid Cloud: Empowering IT with Resiliency, Multicloud Strategies, Optimal Spend, & Sustainability

  Presented by Michael Donahue, Sr Director, Hybrid Cloud and XaaS  • Hitachi Vantara

The hybrid cloud has emerged as a game-changing paradigm for modern IT infrastructure, offering IT Leaders and above a wealth of opportunities to drive innovation and efficiency. With the ever-increasing demand for cyber resiliency, flexibility, and sustainability, it is crucial for IT constituents to grasp the intricacies of the hybrid cloud, including key concepts such as security, multicloud, nearcloud, cloud spend optimization, data refactorization, and sustainability practices.

Throughout the session, real-world case studies and examples will be shared from Day 0, Day 1, and Day 2 customers.

  • Day 0 means you want to take advantage of this new framework but are still working through how to adopt hybrid cloud, how to secure it, and how to recruit proper talent to maximize it.
  • Day 1 means your organization took the first step and has a minimum spend commit they must meet. However, you’re still unsure of how to meet it because you’re still determining which applications to refactor, which containerized microservices to adopt, how to reskill existing talent, and how to implement your compliance and governance strategy.
  • Day 2 means your organization has already overcome these hurdles. Nice work! Instead of worrying about hitting a minimum spend commit, you’re now focused on optimizing your environment to limit sprawling cloud costs and looking towards data repatriation efforts.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions and pose questions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. By the end of this session, IT Leaders will have the knowledge and tools necessary to evaluate, plan, and implement hybrid cloud solutions that align with their organization’s goals, including sustainability. Afterall, Hitachi is committed to providing solutions that are exclusively carbon-neutral or zero-carbon, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach.

[1 CPE] Practical Uses of Automation and AI: So Easy Even Your CEO Can Use Them

  Presented by Summit Technology

There is a lot of chatter about new AI, machine learning, and automation technology hitting the market. Many of these hyped capabilities are available to you in the technology platforms that you are already paying for. Join us for some simple live examples demonstrating how you can utilize some of these tools to capitalize on new technology to enhance your personal productivity.

[1 CPE] Cybersecurity Trends for 2023

  Presented by Jeff Simpson, Sr Sales Executive, Cybersecurity Solutions • AT&T Alaska

With Cybersecurity compliance mandates increasing, and attacks on vulnerable supply chains and endpoints on the rise, it has never been more important to assess and take proactive measures to secure your network. This presentation pulls together information from many different analysts and digests their views on which Cybersecurity priorities your organization may face this year, along with the top eight cybersecurity trends for 2023, such as Supply Chain Resilience, Security Architecture Modernization and Data-Centric Transformation.

[1 CPE] How Alaska’s New Broadband Reach Can Deliver Benefits to All Communities

  Presented by Mark Carlson, Director of Network Planning • Alaska Communications

Broadband is so influential in society that we would now call it essential infrastructure. Alaska has new broadband projects that are reaching places never touched before. In this session, you will learn about current and future broadband projects taking place around the state of Alaska, upcoming fiber optic projects in rural Alaska, LEO/GEO Satellite technology, and how broadband can influence and improve, life as we know it, to both individuals and communities.