{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Embracing Digital Transformation","title":"#202 Inside Intel IT: Sharing Best Practices Across the IT Landscape","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1922,"description":"In the latest episode of our \"Embracing Digital Transformation\" podcast, our host Darren Pulsipher delved into the world of data center management, cloud computing, and software application development with Robert Vaughn, an esteemed technology specialist from Intel IT.Robert’s integral role at Intel goes beyond the norm. He collaborates across the company and industry to share Intel's innovative best practices.Truly a jack-of-all-trades in the tech realm, he commands a robust proficiency in all nine areas of Intel's IT best practices. Optimizing IT Leadership and StrategyThe roaring engine behind all successful IT projects is a well-devised strategy. A crucial area that has garnered increased attention over the recent past is balancing 'run spend' with 'innovation spend.' This dilemma often surfaces when optimizing the environment for new capabilities like A.I., while still keeping an eye on the budget. Decoding the Workplace of the FutureHow do we shape the future of work? With a workforce nearing 105,000, Intel has perfected the art of aligning user personas with device specifications. Navigating the challenges of developing a hybrid work system, they are pioneering designs for the workplaces of the future. Mastering Data Center and Infrastructure ManagementAt the heart of IT lies the labyrinthine world of data centers. Housing over 400,000 server units, Intel has adopted a purpose-driven data center model called a DOMA, which stands for Design, Office applications, Manufacturing, and Enterprise environments. Intel's IT infrastructure goes beyond just housing server rooms – it's a well-oiled machine that ensures operational efficiency. They focus on maintaining an impeccable power usage efficiency of 1.06, which is a testament to their well-thought-out strategies. Not just that, Intel also educates on the importance of effective cooling strategies in data centers. Debunking the common myth, 'cold aisles' are actually warm and tweaked to an optimal temperature...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/IRrW2aizIeoZDn3gKLEax-JYQ8V_WzaFpHdgsslDx3k/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jM2Ji/MDk1OTdiYzA4ZWMw/NWNlOTY0N2RhMWQ3/YmY5Mi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}