Mr. Viralkumar Ahire
Sustainable IT Practices in Cloud and Data Analytics
Abstract:
As organizations increasingly rely on cloud computing and data analytics to drive innovation and decision-making, the environmental impact of IT operations has come under greater scrutiny. This session explores the growing importance of sustainability in IT infrastructure and offers actionable strategies for optimizing cloud operations and data analytics workflows to achieve both cost-efficiency and environmental responsibility.
The discussion will focus on energy-efficient computing practices, green data center initiatives, and cloud-native tools designed to minimize carbon footprints. Key topics include automating resource allocation to reduce waste, leveraging serverless architectures for sustainable scalability, and integrating DevOps methodologies to incorporate sustainability into the CI/CD lifecycle. Attendees will also gain insights into metrics and frameworks for measuring and improving the sustainability of their IT operations.
By aligning technological advancements with sustainability goals, organizations can contribute to a greener future while maintaining competitive agility. This session aims to inspire IT leaders and practitioners to rethink traditional approaches and adopt innovative solutions for creating eco-friendly IT ecosystems.
Profile:
I am a seasoned IT professional based in the USA with over 20 years of experience specializing in IT infrastructure management, cloud operations, and DevOps practices. Since 2016, I have been working with Adobe Inc., where I have been instrumental in designing, deploying, and optimizing large-scale IT infrastructures to support enterprise-scale applications across hybrid, multi-cloud, and private cloud environments.
With extensive expertise in private cloud technologies, I have implemented secure, scalable, and resilient private cloud solutions tailored to organizational needs. My work has included optimizing cloud platforms for performance, cost-efficiency, and seamless integration with other cloud services, enabling organizations to effectively adopt hybrid strategies.
I am proficient in automation tools and frameworks for provisioning and configuration management, as well as container orchestration platforms for deploying and scaling applications efficiently. My deep understanding of cloud computing, infrastructure-as-code practices, and observability solutions ensures streamlined workflows, high availability, and reliable operations.
I have successfully driven DevOps initiatives and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices, emphasizing automation, scalability, and operational excellence. My commitment to delivering impactful results has significantly contributed to advancing organizational goals in dynamic and competitive environments.