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• AI ROI Challenges: How to Achieve the Results You Were Promised

  Value can be calculated in a few different ways. So when the big boss starts asking, “Where’s my return on AI?” it’s best to come prepared. In this episode, Christian Thilmany joins Jonathan Gough for a much-needed check-up on AI. As Senior Director of AI Strategy at Microsoft, Christian shares his experience: what works, what doesn’t, and why so many teams still aren’t seeing the ROI they were promised. Together, Christian and Jonathan trace the evolution of AI, unpacking the critical points that often lead to failure—from model drift to hallucinations, and even when models get a little too eager to please. Then, the conversation turns to the future: the rise of Shadow AI, the risks of “vibe coding,” and the promise of Model Context Protocol (MCP), a potential game-changer that could standardize how AI connects across systems. If all the AI hype has left you wondering what’s missing from the conversation, this episode delivers the nuanced take you’ve been waiting for.

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• Beyond Compliance: How Threat Intelligence is Shaping Cybersecurity Resilience

  In cybersecurity, the rules are always changing, but trust, readiness, and real-world resilience remain non-negotiable. In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough sits down with Sean Colicchio, Global CISO at Pellera Technologies, and Ryan Patrick, VP at HITRUST, for a candid conversation about the real state of cybersecurity and compliance in an AI-driven world. Together, they unpack how organizations can move beyond check-the-box compliance toward systems that are built on relevance, integrity, and threat-informed action. This episode explores what’s missing in today’s frameworks, where automation can go wrong, and how threat intelligence is shaping the future of trust.

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• Proactive by Design: How Compliance, Data, Identity, and Access Drive Modern Security

  Compliance in IT is evolving faster than ever. Regulations are tightening, data has become the prime target for attackers, and emerging technologies like AI and quantum are raising the stakes. In this episode of Edge of IT, Jonathan Gough sits down with Ian Wight, Sales Manager of Data Security at IBM, and Tim Tait, Senior Consultant of Data Protection at Pellera Technologies, to explore the shift from reactive checklists to proactive, continuous compliance. They share why observability and identity management are critical to keeping data secure, how to build compliance into systems from the start, and what the future of governance looks like in an AI- and quantum-driven world. Tune in to hear why, when done right, compliance isn’t a burden; it’s an accelerator that gives organizations the confidence to innovate, move faster, and stay secure.

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• Data at 330 MPH: The Tech Behind Tony Stewart Racing’s Competitive Edge

  What do professional drag racing and enterprise transformation have in common? Turns out, it’s more than you’d think.In this high-energy episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough sits down with Leah Pruett, NHRA champion and driver for Tony Stewart Racing, and David Luftig, Executive Vice President at Pellara. Together, they explore the advantage of using data, analytics, and AI to compete smarter and win faster. Listen in as they break down the journey from instinct-driven tuning to precision decision-making using predictive models, dashboards, and real-time analytics. Leah shares how embracing data transformed not just her race strategy, but her entire approach to decision-making both on and off the track. David offers insights on what it means to be a true transformation partner.

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• The Gatekeeper of Innovation: Storage’s Role in AI and Tomorrow’s Technology

  Storage might not sound exciting, but in today’s AI-driven world, it’s anything but boring. With massive amounts of data piling up, one idea becomes clear: to unlock the future, you need a reliable place to store the past. So what does it take to make IT storage a true strategic enabler? In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough is joined by Mike Sasse, Principal Technologist at Pure Storage, and Darren Livingston, Chief Technology Strategist at Pellera. Together, they explore why storage is no longer a background necessity, but the backbone of scalability, automation, and AI. From ransomware and rising complexity to the shift toward storage-as-a-service, they unpack the challenges leaders face and the innovations reshaping the industry. Mike and Darren explain why the future of storage comes down to abstraction and automation, making storage invisible, interchangeable, and simple to consume. They share real-world insights on building private cloud experiences, measuring ROI through metrics that matter, and preparing for an AI future where data demands never stop. So if you’ve ever thought of storage as something to put on the back burner, this conversation just might change your mind.

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