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AWS – Systems Manager Automation now supports higher concurrency limits for execution
AWS Systems Manager Automation now supports higher concurrency limits when running automation executions, helping IT operators automate operational tasks at a larger scale. You can now run up to 100 concurrent automations per account – including child automations (automations that are started by another automation execution). If you attempt to run more automations, the additional […]

GCP – Your Google Cloud Next ‘20: OnAir cheat sheet
I’ve attended every major Google Cloud event since I joined the company in 2014. These in-person events always featured extensive signage as well as visible staff members directing attendees and answering their questions. For obvious reasons, this year’s Google Cloud Next ‘20: OnAir event is online so guidance is limited to website navigation. If you […]

Azure – Azure VM Image Builder is now generally available
Streamline your image building pipeline and integrate your DevOps application lifecycle with cloud native tools using VM Image Builder. Read More for the details.

AWS – AWS IoT Device Tester v3.1.0 for FreeRTOS is now available
AWS IoT Device Tester for FreeRTOS now supports FreeRTOS 202007.00. AWS IoT Device Tester v3.1.0 for FreeRTOS includes new qualification tests for the over-the-air update (OTA) test group. Read More for the details.

AWS – AWS Managed Services (AMS) Now Offers Context-based Proactive Incident Notification Service
AWS Managed Services (AMS) is pleased to announce a new context-based proactive incident notification service. Now incident notifications for critical CloudWatch alarms based on incident context are proactively delivered to you faster. Read More for the details.

AWS – Amazon EMR now supports Amazon EC2 G4 Instances which provides up to 4.5X faster and 5.4X cheaper XGBoost Training
Amazon EMR cluster running G4dn instances is 5.4X cheaper and 4.5X faster compared to an Amazon EMR cluster running Amazon EC2 R5 Memory-optimized instances. To learn more, please see Nvidia Blog Post. Read More for the details.

AWS – Introducing AWS Content Analysis
AWS Content Analysis is an AWS Solutions Implementation that customers can use to obtain a broader understanding of their media content through machine learning. The solution brings together the capabilities of different AWS machine learning tools to generate meaningful insights from metadata gleaned through video analysis. Customers can use the solutions implementation, modify it to […]

AWS – Introducing Migration Evaluator: Fast Track your Business Case for AWS
Starting today, customers considering AWS for running on-premises workloads can request a business case from Migration Evaluator (Formerly TSO Logic) at no cost. Creating business cases on your own can be a time-consuming process and does not always identify the least expensive deployment and purchasing options. With Migration Evaluator, you get access to AWS expertise, […]

GCP – G Suite sessions at Next OnAir to help you collaborate and get things done
Whether you’re developing a next generation app or just putting the finishing touches on a sales presentation, collaboration is likely at the core of what you do. This week’s sessions examine how our productivity and collaboration tools help teams work better together. To get you started, here’s a quick guide to the must-see G Suite […]
GCP – Next OnAir sessions on end user computing and remote work
With so many people working remotely, secure cloud-native devices have never been more important. During Productivity and Collaboration weekat Google Cloud Next ‘20 OnAir, our Chrome Enterprise and Android Enterprise sessions aim to help businesses deploy and support a remote workforce. Empower your remote workforce with Chrome Enterprise Enabling a Remote Workforce with Chrome Enterprise: […]