5G Factor: T-Mobile Forms Bold AI-RAN Alliance and Orange Pushes Open RAN

On this episode of the Six Five Podcast – The 5G Factor, host Ron Westfall assesses why T-Mobile's Capital Market Day energized 5G ecosystem interest in AI RAN, how T-Mobile's alliance with NVIDIA, Ericsson, and Nokia can produce an AI RAN "Fantastic Four," a snapshot of the AI RAN market segment including NVIDIA’s competitive position, and why he agrees with Orange that Open RAN can prove its green credentials. The assessment covers: How T-Mobile shrewdly leveraged its Capital Market Day event to unveil its new AI-RAN alliance with NVIDIA, Ericsson, and Nokia.  Why T-Mobile and its key AI RAN partners, NVIDIA, Ericsson, and Nokia, are taking advantage of increased mobile ecosystem interest in AI RAN that is fueled heavily by the accelerating integration of AI throughout RAN portfolio development and deployments.  NVIDIA Aerial AI Radio Frameworks include PyTorch- and TensorFlow-based software libraries to develop and train models for improving spectral efficiency and adding new capabilities to 5G and 6G radio signal processing.  Why the Orange Group is warranted in its confidence that O-RAN-compliant radio units can achieve energy efficiencies comparable to traditional RUs.   

AI PCs for Procurement! The Six Five is On the Road as part of our four-part AI PC series w/ Intel. Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead are joined by Intel's Carla Rodriguez, VP & GM Client SW Ecosystem, and Compucom's Michael Monahon, VP & CTO, for a conversation on the critical aspects businesses must consider when procuring AI-enabled PCs. Their discussion covers: The evolving landscape of AI PCs in the business sector Strategic advice for IT procurement teams on selecting AI PCs Insights into the latest AI enhancements in PCs from Intel and Compucom The impact of AI PCs on productivity and cybersecurity Future trends and advancements in AI PC technology  

In this episode of the Six Five Podcast Enterprising Insights, host Keith Kirkpatrick discusses the key highlights, areas of emphasis, and takeaways from Dreamforce, Salesforce's annual user conference. He discusses Agentforce, enhancements to Data Cloud, and the Salesforce Foundation program, among other announcements from the show, and closes out with his weekly Rant or Rave segment.   

In this episode of the Six Five Podcast - Marketing: Art & Science CMO advisor and host Lisa Martin talks with the EMEA CMO of UiPath, Evanna Kearins. Tune in to hear Evanna share how she leveraged her journalism background to excel in B2B marketing, what the blend of artistry and science in UiPath marketing looks like and delivers, and how the Martech stack is influencing the UiPath brand. Their discussion covers: How UiPath Marketing enables the automation leader to deliver AI for the real-world enterprise An in depth exploration of the MarTech stack at UiPath and how it positively impacts pipeline and revenue A peek into some of the the practical applications of data and AI in marketing at UiPath A great “Fail to Fab” story where Evanna and team (at a previous company) converted a challenged product launch into a big company and customer win  

On this episode of our Six Five On The Road series at HP Imagine 2024, HP’s Jim Nottingham, Senior Vice President and Division President Advanced Compute Solutions, joins Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead to talk about empowering AI developers and data scientists through innovative computing solutions by HP. Their conversation dives into: The strategic role of the Z by HP creation center in meeting the growing AI development demands. Key advantages of Z by HP Boost for data scientists and AI developers in harnessing enterprise GPUs. How Z by HP Boost promotes GPU resource efficiency and offers an alternative to costly cloud resources. Enhancements introduced by the Z by HP Gen AI Lab to elevate AI creation and improve development impact.

On this episode of the Six Five On The Road series at HP Imagine 2024 HP's Mary Fish, Senior Vice President, Print Software Platform & Solutions, joins Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead for a conversation on the groundbreaking innovation, HP Print AI. HP is setting a new standard in the personalized printing arena, and Mary shares insights on how this technology not only surpasses existing AI and print technologies but also how it directly addresses consumer needs. Their discussion covers: The mechanics of HP Print AI and its distinguishing factors in the market The excitement around this innovation and its implications for users The role of consumer feedback in shaping HP Print AI, focusing on data security Future possibilities for AI integration within the print industry  

On this episode of our Six Five On The Road series from HP Imagine 2024, Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead are joined by HP's Tuan Tran, President of Imaging and Printing Solutions, for a conversation on transforming the print experience with AI. Their discussion covers: HP's journey since unveiling their vision to use AI in transforming the printing process The biggest pain points in printing that AI aims to solve How AI fosters creativity beyond basic printing needs The role of print in the future of work, enhancing collaboration and productivity The real-world impact of HP's AI solutions in printing on today's customers  

This episode of the Six Five On The Road series at HP Imagine 2024 welcomes HP's Sam Chang, Division President, Consumer PCs with Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead for a conversation on how the company is harnessing AI technology to benefit everyday consumers. AI technology remains a topic of significant interest, yet many people are still unsure about its practical benefits in daily life. Their conversation provides insight into this exciting area, discussing the potential advantages, challenges, and the latest HP products designed to empower consumers through AI. Highlights include: The benefits AI technology can bring to the daily lives of consumers Potential advantages of incorporating AI into consumer products Consumer concerns and challenges with AI technology An overview of the latest HP AI-driven products and solutions How HP ensures their AI-powered offerings are user-friendly and focused on consumer needs  

On this episode of our Six Five On The Road series from HP Imagine 2024, Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead are joined by HP's Anneliese Olson, SVP and Managing Director, North America, for a conversation on the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Their discussion sheds light on HP's Second Annual Work Relationship Index, highlighting how AI usage among knowledge workers has dramatically increased, not only making jobs easier but also opening new opportunities for enjoyment and work-life balance. They dive into: The significant benefits knowledge workers experience by incorporating AI into their work, including higher job satisfaction and improved efficiency. The impact of AI usage on employees' Work Relationship Index scores, revealing a 10% increase among those who use AI in their daily routines. AI and career progression, addressing the importance of proper AI training and the concerns of employees who are not currently using AI.  

The third episode of our Six Five On The Road series at HP Imagine 2024 welcomes HP’s Dave Shull, President of Workforce Solutions, for a conversation with Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead about how HP is advancing its strategy to deliver exceptional digital employee experiences. With employees increasingly demanding more personalized and seamless technology interactions at work, HP Workforce Solutions (HPWS) is stepping up by introducing new and enhanced platforms and services designed to anticipate and resolve tech issues before they become disruptive. Their discussion covers: The evolution of the digital employee experience market and what's new at HPWS. The new challenges customers face in creating a positive digital work environment and how HPWS addresses these issues. Announcements made by HPWS at the HP Imagine event, highlighting the launch of new platforms and services. HPWS's focus for the next 1-3 years, centered on seizing big opportunities in improving employee experiences. Strategies for fostering a culture of innovation and creativity within HP to meet lofty goals.