Josh Goodell – VP Intelligent Edge, AT&T

In this episode of Conversations with Des, host Des Blanchfield sits down with Josh Goodell, Vice President of Intelligent Edge at AT&T, to discuss the rapid evolution of edge computing and its impact on business ecosystems. Josh shares his insights on the convergence of technologies and the potential for edge intelligence to drive the next wave of transformation and technology adoption.

Getting to Know Josh Goodell

Josh Goodell’s journey to becoming the Vice President of Intelligent Edge at AT&T has been nothing short of remarkable. With a background in biology, psychology, and business, Josh has spent two decades at AT&T, holding various roles and driving transformation within the company. His diverse experiences have given him a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of edge computing and networking.

The Evolution of Edge Solutions

As the Vice President of Intelligent Edge at AT&T, Josh oversees a portfolio of over 25 different products that serve as the connective tissue enabling interactive business ecosystems. These solutions span from local access networks to cloud infrastructure, ultimately reducing cost and complexity for business customers. Josh emphasizes that the intelligent platform he leads is not just about one technology, but the convergence of various technologies driving the next wave of transformation.

The Impact of Edge Computing on Business Customers

Josh highlights the key trends and priorities he sees among AT&T’s business customers in the context of edge computing:

• Agility: Business customers are seeking agility and flexibility to compete in rapidly evolving markets.
• Application Performance: With over 90% of customers adopting cloud in some form, application performance is a top priority.
• Traffic Growth: The increasing demand for mobility and video content is driving traffic growth on networks.

The Future of Edge Computing

Looking ahead, Josh envisions a future where the confluence of technologies, including IoT, cloud evolution, 5G, and the convergence of LAN and WAN environments, will drive the next wave of transformation and technology adoption. He emphasizes the potential for edge solutions to enable businesses to disrupt and innovate in their respective industries.

Conclusion

As edge computing continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the potential for businesses to leverage intelligent edge solutions for agility, flexibility, and application performance is becoming increasingly evident. With Josh Goodell at the helm of AT&T’s Intelligent Edge division, the company is well-positioned to lead the charge in enabling business customers to navigate the complexities of the evolving edge computing landscape.

In conclusion, the conversation with Josh Goodell sheds light on the exciting possibilities that lie ahead in the world of edge computing and the role of intelligent edge solutions in driving business innovation and transformation.

Stay tuned for more insights and conversations on the future of technology and its impact on businesses.