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Thriving in Ambiguity

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the channel where we explore the evolving world of technology, innovation, and the strategies shaping the future of enterprise IT. Hosted by Steve Mancini, this channel dives into cutting-edge topics like cloud computing, AI, storage solutions, and HPE"s latest advancements in the data center. Whether you"re an IT professional, a technology enthusiast, or someone curious about how modern infrastructure transforms businesses, you"ll find valuable insights here. From

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#11 Shadow AI: The Hidden Threat No One Is Talking...

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2025/04/13

🚨 Shadow AI is here—and it’s not just a buzzword. Employees are bypassing IT to use generative AI tools in secret, often exposing sensitive data in the process. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, Steve Mancini breaks down what Shadow AI is, why it’s exploding, and what organizations can do to get ahead of it. 👉 Featuring insights from AI strategist Chris Carr and real-world stories from the field. 🔒 Learn how to secure your AI future before it’s too late. 🔧 Explore how private AI models

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#10 LEADING PUBLIC SECTOR IT: LESSONS FROM THE INSIDE...

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2025/04/05

In Episode 10 of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Jason Hebbe, former Deputy CIO for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to talk shop about what it really takes to lead IT in state government. We cover everything from: Multi-cloud strategies that actually work How to rein in rogue tools across agencies Why partnerships fail (and how to fix them) Smarter ways to navigate RFPs and procurement Building trust to avoid shadow IT Where AI and cybersecurity are headed in public sector tech Jason

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#9 - Mike Shelborn Inside Zerto on Resilient IT for...

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2025/03/27

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Mike Shelborn from HPE’s Zerto team to talk about how state and local government agencies can radically rethink disaster recovery and ransomware resilience. We break down: ✅ Why traditional backup isn’t cutting it anymore ✅ What Continuous Data Protection (CDP) actually means ✅ How Zerto helps agencies recover in minutes — not days ✅ Real-world examples from the public sector ✅ How Zerto fits into hybrid cloud and “Cloud Smart” strategies

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#8 - What is Agentic AI? From Annoying Assistants to...

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2025/03/26

We all know Siri kinda sucks—but what if your AI could actually get things done for you, without even asking? That’s the promise of agentic AI, and it’s not sci-fi anymore. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini breaks down how agentic AI takes things to the next level—planning, reasoning, and acting autonomously. From NVIDIA’s push to make it mainstream, to real-world examples in healthcare, customer service, and beyond—this is your guide to the next big leap in AI. No fluff,

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#7 - Maximizing Your Virtual Environment with HPE...

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2025/03/10

Join Steve Mancini on Thriving in Ambiguity as he breaks down how HPE Private Cloud Business Edition (PCBE) and HPE VM Essentials can simplify your VMware environment—or even replace it. Discover how HPE’s disaggregated hardware design lowers licensing costs, and see why the GreenLake Cloud Console is a game-changer for unified management across networking, servers, storage, and more. If you’re curious about alternatives after Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, or just want a streamlined private

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#6 – Mac Avancena on Leading Government IT:...

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2025/03/03

Being a CIO can be a lonely job, but strong partnerships, a data-driven mindset, and a clear vision are essential for success—especially in the public sector. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Mac Avancena, a seasoned IT leader with over 25 years of experience in technology transformation, operations, and innovation. We dive into the challenges of modernization in state government, AI’s role in IT strategy, and how CIOs can balance immediate results with long-term goals. Mac

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#5 - Exploring the Four Realms of Artificial...

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2025/03/03

Join me, Steve Mancini, on this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity as we dive into the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence—covering Perception AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Physical AI. Discover how these four distinct categories intertwine and learn why some businesses choose to host their own private cloud for AI workloads. Plus, hear insights from my recent conversation with Nvidia on cutting-edge tools like NIMs, Nemo Guardrails, and RAG, and see how they’re pushing the boundaries

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#4 - Break Free from VMWare with HPE VM Essentials

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2025/03/02

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, we explore HPE VM Essentials—a new, cost-effective virtualization alternative built on KVM. With VMware’s recent licensing changes causing sticker shock, Host Steve Mancini highlights how VM Essentials integrates seamlessly with HPE infrastructure (like Alletra MP) and offers a simpler, more flexible path for virtual machine management. If you’re looking to cut costs, reduce complexity, or move away from vendor lock-in, this episode is for you! #VMware

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#3 – Dan Hercules Demos HPE's Alletra MP B10000...

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2025/03/01

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini teams up with Solutions Architect Dan Hercules for a live demonstration of HPE Alletra MP. You’ll see how features like AI-driven intent-based provisioning, real-time analytics, and data protection capabilities come together in a sleek, easy-to-manage package. Learn how Alletra MP’s disaggregated architecture, cloud-based management, and advanced data reduction technologies streamline operations and help you optimize your on-prem or hybrid

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#2 - HPE Alletra MP Storage Appliance Deep Dive &...

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2025/03/01

In Episode 2 of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini takes a deep dive into HPE Alletra MP’s advanced features, exploring how software-driven innovations like deduplication, compression, and AI-based intent provisioning are transforming modern storage environments. Steve explains how Peer Persistence ensures seamless disaster recovery, while the Data Services Cloud Console offers powerful analytics and performance insights. He also highlights the importance of evaluating effective capacity

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#1 - HPE Alletra MP Storage Appliance Overview

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2025/03/01

In this first episode, we’re kicking off a mini-series on HPE Alletra MP Storage—a cutting-edge platform combining HPE’s rich storage heritage with modern, software-defined, disaggregated architecture. We’ll explore how Alletra MP revolutionizes storage with: Always-On Availability backed by a 100% uptime guarantee. Disaggregated Scale-Out Architecture, allowing you to scale compute and capacity independently. The industry’s most advanced AI, simplifying operations and optimizing performance. This

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