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Grafana Cloud updates: new data visualization options, enhancements to Grafana Cloud k6, and more

We consistently roll out helpful updates and fun features in Grafana Cloud, our fully managed observability platform powered by the open source Grafana LGTM Stack (Loki for logs, Grafana for visualization, Tempo for traces, and Mimir for metrics). In case you missed it, here’s a roundup of the latest and greatest updates for Grafana Cloud this month. You can also read about all the features we add to Grafana Cloud in our What’s New in Grafana Cloud documentation.

5 Tips to Becoming a Better Negotiator To Win More Deals

How are your sales negotiation skills? Do you have a structured negotiation process in place that your MSP follows religiously to help you successfully close more deals? For any sales executive, I don’t think I’m out of line to say that sales negotiations can be a nerve-wrecking experience, as there are so many emotions at play and different paths of execution that can be used. But the end goal is always the same: Get that contract signed as soon as you can.

Best Practices for Ensuring High File Integrity in Data Security

Data is essential for every business in the modern world. It is very important to keep this data safe because if it gets hacked, it could lead to terrible things like losing money, getting in trouble with the law, or having your reputation hurt. Imagine finding out that important business data or private customer information has been changed or hacked. The thought itself is scary.

Understanding Transit Gateway Costs

Phil Gervasi shows the importance of understanding traffic over AWS Transit Gateways for cloud cost management. He demonstrates how Kentik provides a visual layout of the entire AWS environment, including Transit Gateways, and allows users to dig into specific details and metrics. Phil also gives a quick look at Data Explorer, where users can observe Transit Gateway traffic over time, create and edit filters, and customize data visualization for sharing and exporting.

Deploying Llama 3 and vLLM with Civo Cloud GPU: A Live Demo with @getpieces

Join us for an exciting live demo as we explore how AI can transform your DevOps workflow using Pieces and Civo. In this comprehensive walkthrough, we'll dive into deploying an open-source large language model on Kubernetes, setting up GPU clusters, and leveraging AI to streamline development tasks.

Elevate Digital Employee Experience with Advanced Workspace Management

In today’s dynamic IT environment, effective Digital Workspace Management and Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM) are critical for maintaining operational efficiency and optimizing Digital Employee Experience. For IT Operations and Service Desk teams, navigating the complexities of hybrid work environment and ensuring seamless service delivery is challenging now more than ever.

How Nationwide Building Society boosted system resiliency & saved $1 2M with Digitate

Join us for an insightful conversation with Andrew Pringle, Delivery Lead at Nationwide Building Society (NBS), as we dive into how Nationwide transformed their system resiliency and achieved substantial savings. By partnering with Digitate, NBS identified 50 critical scenarios to monitor and alert in their core customer data systems, resulting in enhanced reliability and cost savings of $1.2 million.

Energy Savings with LED Light Bulbs: What You Need to Know

In recent years, LED light bulbs have become increasingly popular due to their energy efficiency and long lifespan. This article provides all the information you need if you're considering switching to LED lighting or want to learn more about its benefits. We'll explore the energy-saving potential of LED light bulbs, discuss various types, including RGB LED bulbs and LED light bulbs with remotes, and offer tips on how to change LED light bulbs effectively.

4 Steps To Choose the Right Tech Advisor for Your Business

Navigating the complexities of today's technology landscape can be overwhelming for any business. With so many options and challenges-ranging from cloud migrations to telecom expense management-choosing the right solutions and strategies is critical. But where do you begin? This is where a tech advisor comes in. A skilled tech advisor can guide you through these decisions, helping you optimize your technology infrastructure, reduce costs, and align your tech investments with your business goals.