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Despite the data boom, 76% of enterprise leaders admit to making decisions without it - simply because accessing it is too hard. Join this episode of DM Radio as host Eric Kavanagh interviews Steven Griffith of Sisense. They'll explore new research revealing the hidden costs of digital friction and analytics bottlenecks - and how embedded, AI-powered analytics are finally bridging the gap between...

Join this special DM Radio episode as we explore the latest innovations at Boomi, live from Boomi World in Dallas. Host Eric Kavanagh chats with Mani Gill, Boomi's VP of Data and AI, about the company's bold shift toward AI orchestration and the launch of Agent Studio. He's joined by Ariel Pohoryles of the newly acquired Rivery team, who shares how their technology strengthens Boomi's data pipelin...

The endless excitement around Agentic AI might seem to eclipse the traditional blocking and tackling of data management, but don't be fooled. The fundamentals of working with data are now more important than ever. If anything, the lure of AI puts added pressure on teams to button down their data pipelines and move closer to optimal data orchestration, whether for data warehousing, RAG models, or t...

Join this episode of DMRadio as host Eric Kavanagh sits down with Larry Yang of Phononic to explore how solid-state cooling is transforming the future of data centers. As AI workloads push power consumption and heat generation to new extremes, Phononic's thermoelectric technology offers a compact, energy-efficient alternative to traditional cooling systems. Learn how innovations in material scienc...

Join this episode of DMRadio as host Eric Kavanagh welcomes cloud strategist David Linthicum to explore the fascinating world of large language models—a "very efficient rabbit hole" of information consumption. Dive into the evolving role of the cloud, the promise of Augentic AI, and how LLMs are reshaping enterprise technology with unprecedented efficiency and scale. Tune in for sharp insights and...

Join this episode of DMRadio as host Eric Kavanagh talks with Brooke Hartley Moy of InFactory about the critical importance of grounding large language models (LLMs) to improve their accuracy and reliability. Explore real-world strategies for reducing hallucinations, the role of context-rich data, and how businesses can ensure trustworthy AI outputs. Tune in to learn how grounding transforms LLM p...

Tune in to this episode of DMRadio with host Eric Kavanagh and Sean Michael Brehm of Spectral Capital discussing the evolution of data management and the transformative power of quantum computing.  Learn insights on decentralized data, the need for modern data centers, and the role of qubits in advancing computing capabilities. Explore the future of real-time data processing, the impact of large l...

Join this episode of DM Radio as host Eric Kavanagh interviews Max Howell and Timothy Lewis from tea.xyz about the critical role of open source in modern technology. They explore the challenges developers face in sustaining open-source projects, the importance of fair compensation, and how tea.xyz aims to revolutionize funding models for open-source contributors. With open-source software powering...

In an era where real-time decision-making is a serious competitive advantage, streaming-first architectures are revolutionizing how organizations process and act on data. Unlike traditional batch-oriented systems, streaming platforms like Apache Kafka, Redpanda, Apache Flink, and Apache Pulsar enable continuous data ingestion, transformation, and analysis at scale. These technologies empower busin...

Join this episode of DM Radio as host Eric Kavanagh explores the world of IoT and eSIM technology with Alejandro Blanco from Teal Communications. Learn how eSIM is revolutionizing device connectivity, enabling seamless carrier switching, and simplifying supply chains. From tracking fleets to managing remote assets, eSIM is proving essential in an increasingly connected world. Tune in to discover t...

What part of your business can be wrong 20% of the time? Sales? Fulfillment? Accounting? The obvious answer is that 80% accuracy is a non-starter for most aspects of the modern enterprise. That should be cause for concern when leveraging Large Language Models. Yes, they are amazing, and they're getting better. But guardrails are required to make sure your GenAI outputs don't go off the rails. Regi...

Live from TDWI West in Las Vegas, DMRadio host Eric Kavanagh dives into the latest innovations in data management and security. Joined by Jack Rowe (Tonic.ai), Chris Adamson (TDWI), and Mark Crayton (CSA), the panel explores cutting-edge approaches to data privacy, governance, and AI-driven analytics. From synthetic data to emerging best practices in cybersecurity, this episode delivers expert ins...

How can we make AI models more reliable and accurate? Tune in to this episode of DM Radio as we explore Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Graph RAG—two innovative approaches that keep large language models grounded, relevant, and free from hallucinations. Host Eric Kavanaugh welcomes Philip Rathle, CTO of Neo4j, and Jon Brewton, CEO of data², to discuss how knowledge graphs enhance AI's abi...

The nexus of automation and AI promises to revolutionize how business gets done. But there is no effective AI strategy without a well-executed data strategy. Organizations cannot bypass analytics when implementing GenAI applications, and the role of the human in the loop is particularly distinct when it comes to AI agents. This shift requires not just changes in technology but also in user mindset...

Join this episode of DM Radio, as host Eric Kavanagh dives into the transformative power of AI agents with Nate Nichols of Salesforce. Explore AgentForce, Salesforce's cutting-edge AI layer, and how it revolutionizes analytics by seamlessly integrating insights into business workflows. Learn how AI-driven recommendations enhance decision-making, improve automation, and drive measurable business ou...

Join this episode of DMRadio as host Eric Kavanagh and special guest Tony Asaro from Hammerspace break down the buzz around DeepSeek, the AI model that sent shockwaves through the industry. Is it really a game-changer, or just another headline-grabber? We'll explore the impact on Nvidia, the economics of AI training, and how cutting-edge data orchestration is reshaping the landscape. Get ready for...

Join this DMRadio episode to hear Danielle LeBlanc of DiKayo Data share her perspective as a millennial data enthusiast exploring innovative ways to work with open-source datasets and modern tools like Tableau and SQL. Learn about the importance of staying open-minded, focusing on meaningful insights like conversions over vanity metrics, and embracing continuous learning to navigate the ever-evolv...

How much innovation can the analytics industry stand? The folks at Databricks are pushing that envelope! With AI at every layer of the stack, it's like an optimization party and all stakeholders are invited. The engineers at DataChat have been busy as well, leveraging Large Language Models to let their clients have that "conversation with their data" just like we've always imagined. Learn more on...

Hop on board as we explore the latest trends in data and AI unveiled at CES. From groundbreaking innovations to real-world applications, this episode dives into how cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of industries worldwide.

The cloud gets more crowded every day. From major hyperscalers to mid-sized hosting providers, from the edge all the way back to on-prem, there are challenges and opportunities everywhere. Navigating that world and being able to make the most of it, requires that organizations get savvy with their tools. Cloud-native is the vision, but getting there takes time and effort. Find out how the most for...

From accelerated computing to expedited results, the AI market continues to blow minds and open doors. And thanks to all the gamers around the world who created a massive market for Graphic Processing Units (GPUs), we now have massively parallel processing capabilities that are accelerating everything from art to science to research and development. What's the latest in this fast-evolving universe...

Data Science and Data Warehousing would seem to be two peas in a pod! Both disciplines focus on generating valuable data-driven insights to optimize business decisions. And yet at many organizations, they are run by different groups that often don't even talk to each other. That's likely changing soon, in part because of advances in both worlds. Learn more on this episode of DM Radio!

Every company needs an Information Strategy group! That's the consensus among industry analysts and educators, especially as GenAI takes the world by storm. Learn more in this conversation between DM Radio Host Eric Kavanagh, and Doug Llewellyn of The Data Society Group as they talk Data Governance and Information Strategy!