Video: Building a Digital Edge Strategy

A discussion between me and Erik Weaver, Global Marketing Director of Media & Entertainment to discuss interconnection oriented architecture and best-practices for building a digital edge strategy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F1vX_u0fSM&feature=youtu.be

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