AI, AI, AI….has the world is on fire; I cannot lie!

One of the more recent developments in Information Technology is Artificial Intelligence. The ability to use technology to aid and/or execute repetitive tasks with precision is of interest to many companies in these times.

One of the most important things to note is the amount of support for the expansion of the Information Technology Artificial Intelligence footprint in modern times. Many investors are keeping a keen eye open; with focus on the next AI-related innovation that can potentially reduce workloads and increase execution precision.

As a result, there are many I.T. Professionals that are looking to pivot their careers into the AI realm. AI training is very popular. AI certification is also very popular these days. Universities and other institutions of higher learning are rushing to adopt courses that facilitate learning at any level of Artificial Intelligence.

One aspect of Artificial Intelligence that does not get as many conversations is the foundations (read: requirements) for Artificial Intelligence.

WHAT IS NEEDED IN ORDER TO RUN AN AI OPERATION ?

Among the things that are needed include computers to run the code and make the decisions. MASSIVE storage to hold data that is used to make decisions. SUPER FAST networks that link these ‘brains’ together to make significant decisions quicker than the speed of light.

ALL OF THE ABOVE NEEDS PEOPLE WHO CAN MAINTAIN AND INNOVATE THESE PLATFORMS !!

So, in short — fear not, Infrastructure Engineers and Admins. Fear not, Network Engineers and Admins. The new world will be part cloud, part local datacenter; BUT….

……AI WILL STILL NEED INFRASTRUCTURE TO FUNCTION.