Navigating Tomorrow with AWS, DataBank, Nokia & Others. Will We See You at INFRA/STRUCTURE 2023?
“Rather than thinking in terms of suppliers and vendors, it is now more about collaboration and strategic partners”
In an industry where innovation isn’t just welcomed but expected, servicePath™ is gearing up once more to immerse itself in the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of the Internet infrastructure ecosystem. The stage is set for the 2023 Infrastructure Summit, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of this influential gathering.
Join AWS, DataBank, Centrilogic, Equinix, Flexential, Nokia, Rackspace Technology, Zayo, and other industry giants, on October 4th & 5th, where the who’s who of the cloud, data center, edge, and managed hosting sectors will converge to dissect current trends, anticipate future directions, and foster connections that could redefine the industry’s landscape. INFRA / STRUCTURE 2023: RECALIBRATION is all about fostering synergies and strategic collaborations as we navigate the evolving landscape of the internet infrastructure industry, setting a vision for a future built on innovative partnerships and shared knowledge.
AGENDA:
Day 1 The day 1 agenda for the event promises an engaging exploration across multiple tracks. In the “Edge & Hyperscale” track at the Screening Room, discussions range from OCOLO’s presentation by CEO Tony Rossabi to the dynamics of the Canadian data centre, all underlined by the overarching theme of future technology and infrastructure. The emphasis on diversity, high-performance computing (HPC), and artificial intelligence (AI) signals the direction of tech’s future. At the Museum, the “Data Centre and Interconnection (DCI)” track delves into the perspectives of webscale data centre buyers, the intersections between hyperscale, edge, and AI, and the looming question of colocation’s position in the broader tech ecosystem. The data-driven snapshots offer regional insights, with topics such as modern data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) and AI’s profound impact on the industry, before concluding with sustainability in internet infrastructure. Over in the King section, the “Cloud, MSP” track traverses through the world of managed service providers, cloud, and the impending role of AI. Sessions cover the vast scope of enterprise adoption, the promising horizon of AI in managed public clouds, the nuances of data mobility presented by Pure Storage, and the intricate costs of DDoS attacks. As we dive deeper into the significance of generative AI for infrastructure, discussions further pivot to how enterprises are integrating AI, culminating in insights on next-gen mass-market cloud services. This expansive event not only highlights the ongoing evolutions in the digital, web, and technological realms but also signifies the trajectory of the future in the age of the cloud, hyperscale, and cutting-edge infrastructure.
On Day 2 of the event, the limelight shifts to the seismic impact of Generative AI on our rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape. As Jabez Tan, the revered Head of Research at Structure Research, embarks on an exploration, we’ll unravel the intertwined destiny of AI and hyperscale. Hyperscale, once the harbinger of the new age, now finds its supremacy potentially rivaled by AI’s emerging demands. Through panels moderated by industry stalwarts, questions surrounding the new AI wave and its parallels to hyperscale cloud’s transformative influence are tackled. As we bridge from acceleration to a period of recalibration, Philbert Shih, Managing Director of Structure Research, offers an incisive overview of current sector trends, punctuated by the challenges and shifts in the investment landscape.
The day unfolds with pressing inquiries: Can the industry satiate the mounting demands spurred by hyperscale and AI, especially with escalating constraints on power, land, and regulatory frameworks? How are hyperscale self-builds molding the trajectory of data center strategies? As we dine, thoughts turn to M&A dynamics – is the apparent slowdown a transient phase or an omen of deeper structural shifts?
Post-lunch, the discussions transition to the brisk ascent of webscale platforms. Could they be the successors of today’s hyperscale entities? The notion of decentralization takes center stage, probing the emerging dynamics across global and regional markets. As the day progresses, the evolution from traditional carrier hotels to the avant-garde ‘cloud hotels’ elucidates the strategic moves operators are adopting to bridge network capacity with connections to public cloud and edge computing.
The penultimate segment is a fireside chat delving deep into hyperscalers’ expansion from their core bastions to the promising frontiers of the edge. And as we near the event’s conclusion, Philbert Shih presents a meticulous dissection of internet infrastructure statistics, capturing the essence of current market shares and the inevitable digital future awaiting us.
Be Part of the Conversations Shaping Tomorrow
As we set the stage for two enriching days of networking and learning, we invite you to be part of the narrative that promises to script the future of infrastructure services. It’s not just about attending a summit; it’s about being part of a conversation, a community, and perhaps, forging partnerships that could redefine industry norms.
We are enthralled at the prospect of meeting industry experts, sharing our insights, and learning from the best in the business.
Will we see you there? Let’s ensure that we seize this opportunity to engage, learn, and collaborate. Get in touch with us, and let’s forge connections that could potentially redefine the contours of the Internet infrastructure ecosystem.
