Talking with Chandra Pulamarasetti, VP Resiliency Services at IBM GBS

In this episode of Pioneers of Possible, Des Blanchfield sits down with Chandra Pulamarasethi, the vice president of resiliency services strategy at IBM. They discuss the importance of cyber resilience in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape and the impact it has on businesses worldwide.

Chandra’s Journey and Early Influences

Chandra shares his humble beginnings in a village in Southern India and the influence of his hardworking father, who pushed him to pursue education and strive for leadership. His early experiences and drive led him to pursue a BS in computer science, where he co-authored about 5 patents and gained valuable experience in the technology industry.

The Transition to Founding Sanovi

Chandra’s career trajectory led him to work at companies like Sequent and Sun Microsystems before founding Sanovi, a company focused on offering storage and backup as a service. The company’s journey eventually led to the development of enterprise resiliency orchestration software, which caught the attention of IBM and was subsequently acquired.

The Importance of Cyber Resilience

Chandra and Des delve into the significance of cyber resilience in today’s digital landscape, citing recent cyber attacks like WannaCry and the impact they have on businesses. They discuss the need for a comprehensive approach to cyber resilience, covering security, networking, resiliency, and overall business risks.

Strategic Advisory Role in Cyber Resilience

As organizations grapple with the complexities of cyber resilience, IBM offers a consultative approach to provide customers with a 360-degree view of their resiliency needs. This includes rapid consultancy, roadmap development, and integrated solutions to address the evolving challenges in the cyber resilience space.

The Future of Cyber Resilience

Looking ahead, Chandra emphasizes the role of cloud and cognitive technologies in shaping the future of cyber resilience. The migration of workloads and the integration of resiliency into cloud systems are expected to play a significant role in mitigating cyber threats and ensuring business continuity.

Exclusive Offer from IBM

Des offers listeners an exclusive opportunity to book a free one-on-one session with an experienced IBM expert. This offer allows individuals to engage directly with IBM’s best and brightest to gain insights and guidance on their specific resiliency needs.

In conclusion, the conversation between Des and Chandra sheds light on the critical role of cyber resilience in today’s business and technology landscape. As the digital world continues to evolve, organizations must prioritize cyber resilience to safeguard their operations and mitigate the impact of cyber threats.

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