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Tunde leverages his critical thinking skills honed through cloud expertise to address complex issues within Nutanix and its partner and customer domains .
industry or national standards , especially critical for the public sector .
Automation technologies like infrastructure as code , low code , and no code options streamline operations , alongside unified storage , and infrastructure modernisation technologies . Cloud infrastructure , management , automation , security , and data governance technologies are crucial . Innovation in container orchestration and data services platforms for data management and analysis , particularly for unstructured data , rounds up the suite of impactful technologies for customer business enhancement .
How can a channel partner in your industry disrupt the regional market and gain a leading competitive position ?
Partners within this industry wield the potential to disrupt the regional market by adopting a strategic approach with customers , transcending mere transactional engagements .
Building credibility and trust through alignment with top business objectives earns them a pivotal role . Shifting from IT-centric projects to collaborating on broader business initiatives establishes a deeper connection , allowing partners to comprehend their customers ’ strategic outcomes , enabling them to curate optimal solutions across a spectrum of technologies within their ecosystem .
Furthermore , it elevates the significance of services – professional and managed services – creating an expanded market beyond mere product delivery , catering precisely to the evolving market demands .
Which non-competitive business in the region do you admire for innovative usage of technology ?
The significant strides witnessed in financial inclusion across West and East Africa over the last decade have been impressive . Among the standout achievements are the efforts of companies and partnerships utilising technology to enhance financial accessibility within the region .
While acknowledging the ongoing potential for further advancement , the substantial progress made thus far underscores the transformative influence of technology in broadening financial inclusion . This evolution not only addresses economic disparities but also reshapes the social and economic dynamics , laying a foundation for more inclusive and empowered societies across these regions .
Which aspects of your job role do you find rewarding and which challenging ?
Tunde finds immense reward in witnessing the tangible impact of technology on customers ’ environments , hearing their success stories , and observing businesses flourish , especially when Nutanix contributes significantly to partners ’ growth . However , he finds leadership challenging , particularly making tough decisions that benefit the collective good over short-term gains and balancing operational and strategic roles .
How do you best like to de-stress and re-charge off work ?
Outside of work , Tunde finds solace in podcasts , favouring the Oil and Gas series , finding them both enriching and relaxing . He also immerses himself in music , reading books , and indulges in movies to disconnect and rejuvenate . But , among these pursuits , spending time with his family offers a revitalising source of joy and energy . p
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