After almost twenty years of VMware events, from TSX in 2007 to Barcelona, Frankfurt is still a first for me: my first Explore on Tour. Two days instead of four, so I prepare differently. Here are my tips for before, during and after the event. And yes, the orange army is coming too.
Forget the 100 TB/s: three quiet Insight 2026 announcements that matter on Monday morning
Everyone wrote about NetApp Novus and its 100 TB/s. Watching NetApp Insight 2026 from home after ITQ's 25th birthday in Sitges, I went looking for the quiet announcements instead. Free VM migration with NetApp Shift, a console that runs in your own data center, and a free six-month scan of your data "attic" will matter more for most organisations on Monday morning.
From Norwegian Waterfalls to Information Overload
What does a 20-day Scandinavian road trip have in common with my work at ITQ? More than I expected. From changing routes and dependable infrastructure to standing underneath Norwegian waterfalls that reminded me of the flood of information customers receive from technology vendors. A reflection on finding the right route, filtering complexity and why I’m looking forward to doing exactly that again with our customers and colleagues.
ITQ Finalist for NetApp Partner Innovations Awards 2025 – Join Me for “Delivering Real Business Value with AI” in Las Vegas
https://videopress.com/v/M6XxH0Gq?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true I am thrilled to share that ITQ has been named one of the four finalists for the NetApp Partner Innovations Awards 2025! This recognition is a major milestone for our team and reflects the commitment we bring to delivering transformative business value through cloud, data management, and AI. AI at Center StageFrom October 14-16,... Continue Reading →
VMware Explore On Tour 2025: Bringing Innovation Closer to Europe
For years, VMware Explore has been the go-to event for anyone serious about cloud, virtualization, and modern IT infrastructure. Many of us fondly remember the vibrant VMware Explore conferences in Barcelona, which quickly became a highlight for the EMEA community. Barcelona was the place where thousands of IT professionals gathered to exchange ideas, learn about... Continue Reading →