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Key Cloud Trends That I&O Leaders Should Leverage in 2026 Key Cloud Trends That I&O Leaders Should Leverage in 2026

By leveraging these trends, I&O leaders can enhance flexibility, resilience, and innovation while addressing challenges like geopolitical risks, distributed infrastructure, and the growing impact of generative AI.

byDavid Smith, Distinguished VP Analyst

Dec 10, 2025

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Nov 24, 2025

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The Global Energy Transition – What It Means for Data Centers The Global Energy Transition – What It Means for Data Centers

byKevin Sarb, Industry Perspectives

Nov 21, 2025

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