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A Self Aware, Self Healing HCI Alternative to VMware with Scale Computing | GTwGT #79

Scale Computing did hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) first! We talk with Jeff Ready, co-founder and CEO of Scale Computing.

00:00 - Introduction to Scale Computing and Hyper-converged Infrastructure
00:25 - Welcoming Jeff Ready and discussing the impact of VMware’s shift
01:07 - Jeff Ready's background as a serial entrepreneur
02:05 - The pivot from AI stock analytics to IT infrastructure
03:00 - The founding of Scale Computing and competing with VMware
04:17 - Shift to hyper-converged infrastructure and appliance
05:45 - Early challenges and navigating the storage market
07:20 - Scale Computing's AI-driven approach to IT infrastructure
08:41 - Growth and evolution of Scale Computing's products
10:35 - Importance of AI Ops in IT management and self-healing capabilities
12:48 - Scale Computing's growth, expansion, and the impact of COVID-19
14:14 - Embracing the Edge Computing market with AI Ops
16:56 - How Broadcom's acquisition of VMware affects Scale Computing
18:25 - Preparing for the changing market and helping customers transition
20:02 - Details on SC platform and HyperCore operating system
21:27 - Scale Computing’s channel-focused growth strategy
23:07 - The rise of remote work and its impact on Scale Computing's offerings
25:50 - Why Scale Computing is an excellent solution for Edge environments
28:00 - Technical aspects and benefits of SC platform and HyperCore
29:01 - Reflections on competition, innovation, and customer focus
39:44 - Closing remarks and the future trajectory of Scale Computing

Join us in Episode 79 of Great Things with Great Tech, featuring Jeff Ready, co-founder and CEO of Scale Computing. Discover how Scale Computing has navigated the virtualization landscape, harnessing hyper-convergence and AI to offer self-healing, efficient IT solutions. Learn about their unique journey, steady growth, and how the Broadcom acquisition of VMware is playing out for them

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in the Midwest of the United States, Scale Computing has established itself as a significant player in the HCI industry, known for its simplicity and cost-effectiveness, while providing the performance and availability organizations require.

Topics Covered:

Hyper-converged Infrastructure (HCI)
Edge Computing
VMware Alternatives
AI Operations (AI Ops)
IT Infrastructure Management
Virtualization Solutions
SC Platform
HyperCore Operating System
Data Center Innovation
Channel Partnerships and MSP Strategies
Remote Work Infrastructure
Scale Computing Growth and Market Adaptation
Technology Ecosystem Partners: Intel, Nvidia
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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