Modernizing platforms for the AI-driven future is essential. The Aiven platform empowers businesses to thrive in this ever-evolving digital landscape.

In this Data (R)evolution episode, Aiven’s Bob Krygowski and Stu Garrow explain why trust is the cornerstone of successful data platforms and the importance of managing multiple initiatives. They tackle the challenges of scaling a company, the role of organizational sponsorship, and the innovative "Bring Your Own Cloud" (BYOC) concept. Our discussion covers multi-cloud flexibility, open-source technology, and cloud portability—key elements for modernizing platforms in an AI-driven future.

Key Takeaways:

1. Trust and organization are crucial when managing multiple initiatives on a data platform, highlighting the need for a center of excellence or enablement approach.
2. The "Bring Your Own Cloud" model offers automation and security while enabling organizations to leverage existing accounts and negotiate discounts.
3. Open source technology on platforms like Ivan aids in achieving multi-cloud flexibility, addressing skill set gaps, and supporting cloud independence and AI initiatives.

Resources:

• Watch the full interview on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Aiven_io
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• Connect with Stu Garrow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stugarrow/?originalSubdomain=sg

Timestamps:

[03:56 ] Data platform enables trust and accessibility

[08:35 ] Aiven’s platform enables, supports, and modernizes products

[13:38 ] Security, compliance, and cost savings in multi-cloud

[19:52 ] Utilize multiple cloud providers for optimal solutions

[23:08 ] Customer self-service workflow simplifies cloud implementation

[26:20 ] Abstraction simplifies the complexity of data initiatives

[32:06 ] Open source solves multi-cloud problems and democratizes skills

[33:47 ] Open source enables developer skillset progression

[37:48 ] New initiatives will require data for success