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❔ Is your IT strategy evolving from automation to optimisation? As hybrid infrastructure becomes the norm, IT leaders are rethinking how automation can drive not just efficiency—but resilience, agility, and strategic alignment. We're exploring this shift in our upcoming Dublin Executive Briefing: Bytes & Insights - stay tuned for updates.

🏌️♂️ Teamwork, Sunshine, and a Great Day on the Course! ☀️⛳ We had an incredible time at our annual Island Networks Golf Outing at Manufacturers' Golf & Country Club! It was a day filled with great shots, a few mulligans, and plenty of laughs. More than just a game, it was a chance for our team, partners, clients, and industry connections to connect, unwind, and enjoy some well-deserved time outdoors. Huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day such a success — from tee times to the final putt. We’re grateful for the partnerships and friendships that continue to drive our success forward. Already looking forward to next year! 🏆 #LifeAtIsland #TechCommunity #ThankYou

Tired of rising VM costs, siloed stacks, and legacy apps holding you back?   OpenShift Virtualization lets you manage both environments together — securely, efficiently, and without a full rewrite. With Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization, your team can finally bring legacy and cloud-native workloads together under a single, secure platform. Here’s what that means for your infrastructure: --Modernize legacy apps without rewriting them --Consolidate ops and reduce complexity --Apply Kubernetes-native security policies --Scale flexibly across hybrid environments At Island Networks, we help IT leaders make the shift with confidence — integrating OpenShift Virtualization into real-world enterprise environments in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. 👉 Want to see how this could work for your infrastructure? Let’s talk. #OpenShift #Virtualization #Kubernetes #InfrastructureModernization #HybridCloud #IslandNetworks #DevOps #EnterpriseIT  

Retail might look the same on the surface—but behind the scenes, AI and automation are changing everything. From smarter self-checkouts to personalized experiences powered by data, technology is quietly transforming how customers shop—and how IT leaders support them. In our latest blog, we explore the new digital edge in retail and how IT teams can stay ahead of the curve by embracing these innovations. 🔍 Why it matters: --AI is reshaping the customer journey --Automation is boosting efficiency (without anyone noticing) --IT has a bigger seat at the CX table than ever before Curious how it's all coming together? Check out the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/e_UvB-pj Let us know what you're seeing in your industry—we’re always up for a good conversation. #AI #RetailTech #CustomerExperience #Automation #ITLeadership #DigitalTransformation

Automation is no longer option - but is it actually working for you? For many IT leaders, the promise of IT automation lies in speed, scale, and consistency. But real-world implementation often reveals a tougher truth: it's not just about the tech - it's about the people, the processes, and the willingness to change. At Island Networks, we work with Red Hat Ansible and other automation tools to help organizations navigate this complexity. But we want to hear from you:

🔐 Zero Trust is No Longer a Trend — It's the Default. Just a few years ago, Zero Trust was seen as a buzzword. Today, it's the baseline. Organizations aren't asking "Should we adopt Zero Trust?" — they're asking "How fast can we implement it?" The shift makes sense: ✔️ Perimeters are gone. Workforces are hybrid. Devices are everywhere. ✔️ Attackers are more sophisticated — and they're already inside your network. ✔️ Compliance, risk, and board expectations demand a stronger, identity-first posture. ✔️ Assume breach. Verify everything. Grant the least privilege. These aren’t just principles — they’re operational requirements. If you’re still relying on implicit trust within your systems, it’s time to re-evaluate. Zero Trust isn’t about distrust — it’s about smart, adaptive access based on context. ✅ Identity ✅ Device health ✅ Location ✅ Access patterns ✅ Real-time threat signals This is the new normal — and it's not going away. 💬 Curious how others are implementing Zero Trust at scale? Let’s connect or drop a comment. #ZeroTrust #Cybersecurity #Infosec #IdentityFirst #CloudSecurity #SecurityArchitecture #CISO #TrustNoOne

🚀 AI isn’t just the future — it’s now. Microsoft’s latest blog highlights how organizations across industries are embracing AI transformation to drive real, measurable business outcomes with the Microsoft Cloud. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJAX3R29 At Island Networks, we’re seeing this shift firsthand — helping customers implement AI and automation strategies that are pragmatic, secure, and aligned with real business goals. From: 🧠 Intelligent infrastructure ⚙️ AI-powered automation 🔐 Cyber-resilient cloud platforms ...we’re helping clients move from AI hype to AI impact — fast. 💬 Want to explore how AI can support your transformation journey? Let’s talk. #AI #MicrosoftCloud #DigitalTransformation #CloudInnovation #MicrosoftPartner #Automation #IslandNetworks

Cyber threats evolve constantly—every 39 seconds there's a new attack, and yet only 43% of orgs conduct a cybersecurity review annually. 🛡️ Is your cybersecurity strategy truly proactive—or reactive? Cyber threats are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, yet nearly 60% of organizations don’t reassess their cybersecurity posture until something goes wrong. At Island Networks, we believe regular posture assessments are critical to reducing risk, strengthening resilience, and staying ahead of evolving threats. 📊 Take our quick poll below — how often does your organization reassess its cybersecurity defenses? 👇 We’d love to hear what drives your audits in the comments. #CyberSecurity #RiskManagement #ThreatDetection #ITSecurity #DigitalResilience #CyberPosture #CISO #InfoSec #IslandNetworks

🔐 AI in Cybersecurity: Threat or Savior? AI is rapidly transforming cybersecurity — both for defenders and attackers. As a value-added partner working closely with IT leaders, we’re seeing AI becoming core to: ✔️ Faster threat detection and SOC automation ✔️ Smarter access controls with behavioral biometrics ✔️ Proactive vulnerability management …and unfortunately, more sophisticated threats like deepfakes and AI-generated phishing 🤔 But where do you think AI will make the biggest impact in cybersecurity in the next 12 months? #Cybersecurity #AI #Infosec #VAR #CISO #AIinSecurity #ThreatDetection

The whopping $42.5 billion investment in AI startups in 2023 is elevating #datascience to new heights, empowering decisionmakers to derive critical insights from the escalating volume of data. Important read: https://lnkd.in/gq62zW77