IM Local Edition – San Francisco
- June 19, 2018
- 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- Marriott Marquis, San Francisco
- Photo Album
About the event
Our San Francisco Local Meetup brought together industry pioneers to explore the future of digital infrastructure, from cybersecurity and AI to the development of new performance standards for data centers.
Decoding Cybersecurity Threats
Cybersecurity expert Billy Rios, the founder of WhiteScope, discussed his database of “known-good” files from SCADA and ICS software makers.
This resource is designed to help users identify legitimate files. Recognized as a leading expert on emerging threats in software security, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Critical Infrastructure (CI), and medical devices.
Billy drew on his experience at Google, where he led the response to security issues, and at Microsoft, where he was the Security Program Manager for Internet Explorer.
AI and the Future of the Data Center
Scott Noteboom and David Wang led a forward-thinking conversation about the role of AI in data centers. They presented projections on how automation will affect the workforce, emphasizing that AI will supplement, not replace, human workers. The discussion highlighted how machine learning-driven AI will become a “co-worker,” enhancing human capabilities and enabling individuals to exceed their natural potential through an effective human-to-machine learning interface.
Forging a New Standard for Data Center Performance
Dean Nelson facilitated a working session focused on the new Data Center Performance Index (DCPI). This new rating system is being developed to measure the actual annual performance of data centers, addressing the shortcomings of current standards. This session, the sixth in a series of member-only working groups, built upon the valuable input from previous meetings in California, Colorado, and New York to further refine the DCPI.
