Improving Kubernetes Cluster Efficiency: Strategies and Best Practices
Improving the efficiency of cloud infrastructures without driving up costs is a top priority and a big challenge for organizations today. One powerful approach is optimizing Kubernetes clusters. Organizations can strengthen security, maximize resource utilization, and reduce operational expenses by tuning cluster efficiency. A study titled “Containers Orchestration with Cost-Efficient Autoscaling in Cloud Computing Environments” […]
My experience with stress-related burnout
I want to share a personal experience because I am sure some of you will relate and be helpful to you at some point in your life. Over 30-ish years of career, sometimes, I experienced this uncomfortable feeling of mental exhaustion. Since I started working at 17, whenever I heard someone complaining about stress or […]
Argo CD and Flux Walk into a Bar… Only One Leaves Without Helm Regrets
The Case for Flux: A Scalable and Maintainable Evolution Beyond Argo CD In the ever-evolving landscape of Kubernetes orchestration, GitOps has emerged as the de facto methodology for managing deployments at scale. Among the tools available, Argo CD has long been a popular choice, praised for its robust feature set and declarative approach. However, as […]
Not Measuring is Working in Denial
We have all been there. We put a lot of effort, time, and resources into different initiatives, believing they’re making a significant impact. But what if those efforts aren’t delivering the results we expect? If you’re not measuring key business metrics, such as customer satisfaction, sales performance, or operational efficiency, it’s easy to assume that […]
Driving innovation without disrupting the business
Optimizing your OPEX by investing in CAPEX In recent years, the pace of innovation has accelerated. According to McKinsey, the rate of technological advancement is now doubling in many sectors every 12 to 18 months. For organizations built around long-term plans, compliance frameworks, and operational stability, matching this kind of speed is becoming increasingly challenging. […]
The endless possibilities of talking to your (big) data
Data is power, the more data you have about your business the more efficient and profitable you can be. Today, with the help of a story we’ll illustrate how having hard data can provide insights that help you make better decisions to drive your business forward. Story time! Let’s say that you own a small […]
The European Union’s AI Act Summary
Understanding the impact of this regulation for the AI industry The European Union’s AI Act, a proposed regulation, outlines specific criteria for AI systems that determine whether they fall under its scope, including those related to fine-tuning or training AI models. Here’s a summary of the key points: Risk-Based Approach The EU AI Act categorizes […]
Tackling the Growing Cyber Skills Shortage
Cybersecurity has evolved from a purely technical concern to a strategic pillar for businesses in recent years. However, the growing talent shortage in this field jeopardizes organizations’ ability to protect themselves against increasingly sophisticated threats. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, 67% of organizations report a moderate-to-critical skills gap in cybersecurity. The cybersecurity […]
Shaping Culture at Schub – A Place We Call Home
There’s something truly unique about culture in the workplace. It is shaped by the people within an organization, but it is also reshaped by the services the people provide and how they go about doing this work. There is a bevy of words that get thrown around; collaboration, cohesion, communication, and openness to name a […]
In-House IT vs. Outsourcing: What’s best for your Growth?
The debate between outsourcing and building in-house teams is not new, but how we approach it must evolve. As technology becomes deeply integrated into every aspect of business operations, the traditional perspectives on outsourcing need to be revisited. This article presents a fresh vision of a classic topic, considering modern outsourcing strategies, emerging business needs, […]