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Articles

AI Infrastructure
Storage: The Overlooked Part of the AI Stack

Summary

This article explores how storage infrastructure is often overlooked in AI discussions despite being a critical component of the AI technology stack. I examine how the focus on GPUs and compute power overshadows the equally important storage requirements for efficient AI operations.

My Perspective

While the industry focuses heavily on compute resources, I've observed that storage bottlenecks can significantly impact AI workloads. This piece reflects my experience working with organizations that discovered storage was their limiting factor, not compute capacity.

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AI Strategy
AI & The Future of Power: Measuring Progress Beyond GPU Counts

Summary

This article challenges the industry's fixation on GPU counts as the primary metric for AI advancement. I discuss alternative measures of progress and why a more holistic view of AI capabilities is necessary for meaningful evaluation of technological advancement.

My Perspective

I wrote this piece after noticing how conversations about AI progress had become dominated by discussions of model size and GPU count. My perspective is that we need more nuanced metrics that consider efficiency, specialized applications, and real-world impact.

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Professional Development
Reflecting on My Professional Journey: Decision Analysis & Lessons Learned

Summary

In this reflective piece, I share key insights from my professional journey, focusing on decision analysis frameworks that have guided my career choices. The article offers practical lessons for professionals navigating complex career decisions.

My Perspective

This article represents some of my most personal professional reflections. The decision frameworks I discuss have not only shaped my career but have helped numerous colleagues and mentees navigate their own professional crossroads.

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking
Bridge Partners
MongoDB
AWS re:Invent: Keys to AWS Marketplace Success
•AWS re:Invent

Summary

At AWS re:Invent, I shared insights on building effective self-service channels on AWS Marketplace based on my experience at MongoDB. The session covered strategies for optimizing marketplace listings, streamlining the customer purchase journey, and leveraging AWS Marketplace's tools to drive customer acquisition and revenue growth.

My Perspective

Having led MongoDB's marketplace strategy, I was able to share practical lessons on how to transform a traditional sales model into a successful self-service channel. The key insight I emphasized was that marketplace success requires more than just listing products—it demands a thoughtful approach to pricing, packaging, and customer experience design.

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Education & Leadership
Interview
Stanford Online
Building a Cross-Functional Team for the New Global Economy

Summary

In this Stanford spotlight, I discuss my experience in the Stanford Decision Analysis program and how it helped me build cross-functional teams in the global economy. The interview explores how the Management Science and Engineering academic program equipped me with frameworks for effective decision-making in complex business environments.

My Perspective

My time at Stanford was transformative for my approach to leadership and decision-making. The Decision Analysis program provided me with structured frameworks that I've applied throughout my career to navigate uncertainty and lead teams through complex challenges. This interview captures my philosophy on building diverse, high-performing teams in a rapidly changing global landscape.

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Cloud Strategy
Cisco Blogs
Are You Part of the 3% Who Have Optimized Cloud Strategies?

Summary

This article discusses how only a small percentage of organizations have truly optimized their cloud strategies. I explore the characteristics of these cloud leaders and provide insights on how other companies can join this elite group.

My Perspective

Based on research and my experience with Cisco customers, I found that the most successful cloud adopters approached cloud as a strategic initiative rather than just a technology deployment. This article aimed to help organizations assess and improve their cloud maturity.

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Data Analytics
Cisco Blogs
Bringing the Benefits of Big Data to Businesses

Summary

This article examines how businesses can leverage big data to gain competitive advantages. I discuss practical approaches to implementing big data solutions and the tangible benefits organizations can expect.

My Perspective

At Cisco, I worked with many organizations that were overwhelmed by the volume of data they were collecting but unsure how to extract value from it. This piece aimed to demystify big data and provide a practical framework for implementation.

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Cloud Computing
Cisco Blogs
Managed Cloud: Your Best Cloud Native Choice

Summary

This article explores the advantages of managed cloud solutions over traditional infrastructure approaches. I discuss how managed cloud services provide native capabilities that can accelerate digital transformation while reducing operational complexity.

My Perspective

During my time at Cisco, I observed many organizations struggling with cloud adoption. This article reflected my belief that managed cloud services offered the optimal balance between control and convenience for most enterprises beginning their cloud journey.

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Cloud Strategy
Cisco Blogs
Cloud: The Great Equalizer

Summary

This article explores how cloud technology serves as a great equalizer for businesses of all sizes. I discuss how cloud computing democratizes access to enterprise-grade technology, allowing smaller organizations to compete with larger enterprises by leveraging the same powerful tools and capabilities without massive capital investments.

My Perspective

When I wrote this piece at Cisco, I was witnessing firsthand how cloud was transforming the competitive landscape. What excited me most was seeing how startups and mid-sized companies could suddenly access infrastructure and services that were previously only available to organizations with deep pockets. This democratization of technology continues to be one of the most profound impacts of cloud computing on business innovation.

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Customer Experience
Cisco Blogs
Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level

Summary

In this article, I examine how technology companies can elevate their customer experience strategies beyond traditional support models. The piece covers how cloud-based contact centers can transform customer service, with statistics showing that 66% of customers switch companies due to poor service experiences.

My Perspective

This article stemmed from my work on customer success initiatives at Cisco. I advocated for a shift from reactive support to proactive partnership, emphasizing how cloud-based contact centers enable companies to deliver consistent, personalized experiences across all channels.

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Marketing Innovation
Project
David Meerman Scott Blog
Geeks Meet Rockers: Cisco Helps the Doobie Brothers Launch New Album

Summary

This innovative marketing project brought together Cisco technology and the legendary Doobie Brothers for the launch of their album 'World Gone Crazy.' The campaign showcased how Cisco's collaboration technologies could connect artists with fans in new ways.

My Perspective

This was one of my favorite projects at Cisco, where we demonstrated the power of technology to transform the music industry. By enabling the Doobie Brothers to connect with fans globally through Cisco's collaboration platform, we created an authentic story about how our technology could bring people together in meaningful ways.

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Marketing Innovation
Project
Cisco
Jewel Performs Live via Cisco TelePresence

Summary

This groundbreaking marketing campaign featured Grammy-nominated artist Jewel performing live via Cisco TelePresence technology. The event demonstrated how Cisco's video collaboration platform could connect performers with audiences across multiple locations simultaneously, creating an intimate concert experience despite physical distance.

My Perspective

This project showcased the human connection possible through technology. By enabling Jewel to perform for and interact with fans in different locations simultaneously, we demonstrated the emotional impact of high-definition video collaboration. The event received media coverage from Bay Area ABC, highlighting how technology could transform entertainment experiences.

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Marketing Innovation
Project
Cisco
Jewel Performs Live via Cisco TelePresence

Summary

This groundbreaking marketing campaign featured Grammy-nominated artist Jewel performing live via Cisco TelePresence technology. The event demonstrated how Cisco's video collaboration platform could connect performers with audiences across multiple locations simultaneously, creating an intimate concert experience despite physical distance.

My Perspective

This project showcased the human connection possible through technology. By enabling Jewel to perform for and interact with fans in different locations simultaneously, we demonstrated the emotional impact of high-definition video collaboration. The event received media coverage from Bay Area ABC, highlighting how technology could transform entertainment experiences.

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Enterprise Integration
Case Study
Microsoft
Microsoft Biztalk Case Study

Summary

This case study examines how Cisco and Telindus adopted Microsoft Biztalk server using RosettaNet XML to automate the quote-to-cash process. The implementation showcases how standardized XML protocols can streamline business-to-business communication and automate complex ordering workflows between enterprise systems.

My Perspective

As a project manager at Cisco, my focus was on simplifying the ordering process to automate ERP to ERP communication with the RosettaNet XML Standard. This project demonstrated how adopting industry standards for electronic business interfaces could significantly reduce manual processing, minimize errors, and accelerate order fulfillment across organizational boundaries.

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