Talking with Greg Lotko, SVP & GM of Broadcom Mainframe Division

In this episode of Conversations with Des, Greg Lotko, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Mainframe Division at Broadcom, shares his insights on the future of cloud and on-premise solutions in the business landscape.

The Shift Towards Private Cloud Solutions

Greg discusses the growing trend of businesses considering private cloud solutions over public cloud options. He emphasizes the need for control, security, and efficiency in managing data and applications, which can be better achieved through private cloud solutions. Greg highlights the benefits of private cloud while addressing the challenges of maintaining hardware.

The Relevance of On-Premise Solutions

Greg predicts that on-premise solutions will come to the forefront of discussions, particularly in large enterprises. He emphasizes the practicality and sense of on-premise and private cloud solutions for businesses, highlighting the control and security they offer. Greg shares an anecdote from a federal government event, where he emphasized that cloud is not where IT is done, but how it is done, underlining the importance of information technology at the core.

The Exciting Time for the Mainframe Ecosystem

Greg expresses his enthusiasm for the future of the mainframe ecosystem, highlighting the challenges and rewards ahead. He emphasizes the opportunities for growth and the exciting time to be involved with mainframe technology, especially with Broadcom.

Wrapping Up with Greg Lotko

Des concludes the conversation with Greg, expressing appreciation for his insights and inviting listeners to connect with Greg on social media and explore key topics discussed in the episode. Des also hints at the possibility of having Greg back on the show in the future, highlighting the value of his perspectives in the evolving technology landscape.

In conclusion, Greg Lotko’s insights shed light on the future of cloud and on-premise solutions in the business landscape, particularly in the context of the mainframe ecosystem. His perspectives provide valuable insights into the practicality and relevance of on-premise and private cloud solutions for businesses, as well as the exciting opportunities ahead in the mainframe ecosystem.

For more insights from industry experts, stay tuned for the next episode of Conversations with Des.