This week’s Supercomputing conference marks a pivotal moment in the world of high-performance computing: the convergence of AI and HPC.

TheCUBE’s analyst team, who spoke with tech leaders throughout the day, shed light on the future trajectory of these technologies and the tangible integration of AI into the business sector.

“We got to talk to some great companies today that all had great customer stories about how they’re really helping customer embrace the AI revolution,” said theCUBE’s Lisa Martin (pictured, second from right). “It’s moving from the peak of the hype cycle into reality for businesses … to make business impact.”

This shift from theoretical to practical applications of AI in business contexts was a recurring theme, underscoring the event’s focus on tangible impacts of technological advancements.

Martin spoke with her co-analysts John Furrier (second from left), Savannah Peterson (left) and David Nicholson (right) at SC23, during an exclusive broadcast on theCUBE, SiliconANGLE Media’s livestreaming studio. They discussed the current state and future of supercomputing and AI. (* Disclosure below.)

Pioneering the future of high-performance computing

The role of companies, such as Dell Technologies Inc., in shaping the HPC landscape is critical, according to theCUBE analysts. Organizations are not only contributing through technological advancements, but also influencing the direction of the HPC sector.

“Dell’s in a good position now to retool and be positioned to take advantage of the GPU wave and the integrated networking around it,” Furrier said. “I think you’re going to see Dell catch this tailwind so they have an opportunity to reset their systems. And hardware matters. I think Dell’s got a great sweet spot here.”

This recognition underscores Dell’s influence in steering the conversation around high-performance computing and AI. Dell’s support goes beyond just providing hardware; it extends into creating platforms for knowledge exchange and industry advancement. Its approach of not just focusing on the technical specifications, but on how its solutions can address real-world problems is crucial for the HPC community as it moves toward more application-driven solutions, the analysts added. This enables HPC to be more accessible and relevant to a broader range of industries and sectors.

Collaboration and the democratization of technology

TheCUBE analysts also discussed the increasing collaboration across various fields, including academia, and the democratization of technology. This shift marks a significant departure from the traditional siloed approach to tech development and ushers in a new era of interdisciplinary cooperation and widespread access to advanced tools and knowledge.

“We’re seeing a lot more collaboration than you would see in historical industries, both from the student level all the way to the government,” Peterson said, noting the shift toward a more inclusive and cross-disciplinary approach in technological development.

These observations reflect a broader movement in the tech world where barriers between different areas of expertise are breaking down. This collaborative approach is not just about bringing together different disciplines; it’s about creating a more inclusive environment where diverse voices contribute to the technology’s evolution.

“I love seeing the emphasis on collaboration across teams,” Peterson added.

Here’s the complete video interview, part of SiliconANGLE’s and theCUBE’s coverage of SC23:

(* Disclosure: TheCUBE is a paid media partner for SC23. Neither Dell Technologies, the main sponsor of theCUBE’s event coverage, nor other sponsors have editorial control over content on theCUBE or SiliconANGLE.)

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