Episode Summary: 

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast on hybrid cloud, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Hillery Hunter, CTO and GM of Innovation, IBM Infrastructure. They discuss the importance of hybrid cloud and AI in enterprise environments. Hillery shares her journey at IBM and the advantages of mixed cloud, emphasizing security, compliance, and intentional architecture. She explains how AI is applied in various sectors and the importance of trusted AI and governance. Hillery concludes with advice for executives on implementing AI and hybrid strategies, highlighting the need for collaboration across teams for successful outcomes.

Show Notes:

1. Hillery Hunter discusses the critical role of cross cloud and AI in providing flexibility, scalability, and security for businesses.
2. Emphasizes the importance of a consistent and intentional architecture in hybrid cloud solutions.
3. Highlights IBM’s industry-specific cloud offerings that meet stringent security and compliance requirements.
4. Shares insights on practical AI applications, stressing the need for low latency and data proximity.
5. Offers advice for executives on implementing AI and hybrid strategies, underscoring the importance of cross-team collaboration.

This episode is hosted by Jocelyn Houle, Host, BetterTech