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Network Orchestration
Accelerating Federal Modernization: Itential & Carahsoft Partner to Power the Next Era of Automation
Federal missions are moving faster – modern apps, multi-cloud, and new cyber mandates –while teams carry the same headcount to meet extra rigorous compliance requirements. The question I hear most from program leaders isn’t “Can we automate?” It’s “How do we make automation governed, auditable, and repeatable across network and cloud?” That’s exactly what our
AI & AIOps
Itential MCP: Where Conversational AI Meets Enterprise Automation
The Perfect Partnership: LLMs & Enterprise Orchestration Every enterprise is chasing AI. Few are doing it safely. In the rush to experiment with conversational interfaces and generative models, most organizations hit the same wall: translating human intent into trusted, governed action across complex infrastructure. Large Language Models (LLMs) understand what users mean, but not what
Blog
Corning’s Ambitious Network Refresh, Lumen’s Agentic AI Journey, Proving ROI, & More
Welcome to another edition of Itential Insights. Here’s what you’ll find this month: How Corning is using Itential to execute a global, multi-vendor network refresh without increasing headcount. A preview of AutoCon 4, where automation and AI converge to redefine what’s possible in network innovation. Why making ROI a core automation practice can transform the
AI & AIOps
How to Setup Dynamic Bindings with Itential MCP
Overview Dynamic bindings allow you to expose Itential Platform automation capabilities as MCP tools without writing any code. Simply configure which workflows (endpoints) or Gateway Manager services you want to expose, and the MCP server automatically creates callable tools that AI assistants can use. Why Use Dynamic Bindings? Zero-code tool creation: Define tools through configuration,
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Ops to Orchestrated: The Automation Playbook for Architects
From the Field to the Framework I didn’t start out as an automation architect. I started as a Marine – building and maintaining communication systems that had to work under pressure. In that world, downtime wasn’t just inconvenient; it could be mission-critical. That experience shaped how I think about networking to this day – precision,
AI & AIOps
Secure Mediation & Translation: How Itential MCP Enables Controlled AI-Infrastructure Integration
Executive Summary The Itential Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, combined with the Itential Platform, implements a comprehensive security architecture that ensures AI systems never have direct access to infrastructure. Every AI request flows through a structured mediation layer that validates, translates, and controls execution – providing full traceability while maintaining strict boundaries between AI interfaces
AI & AIOps
Reimagining Infrastructure in the Agentic AI Era
The Shift Is Already Here Every few decades, infrastructure leaders face a turning point. Virtualization. The cloud. Infrastructure as Code. Each wave has forced us to rethink how we design, build, and operate the critical systems our businesses depend on. Today, Agentic AI represents the next great inflection point. And just like the shifts before
AI & AIOps
Why Being Late to Automation Might Be the Smartest Move You Ever Made
In 2025, being late to automation is no longer a disadvantage - it’s an opportunity. Organizations starting their automation journey today can leapfrog legacy challenges, adopt AI-native orchestration, and build smarter, more compliant systems from day one. The Conversations That Sparked This Thought In recent weeks, I’ve spent time with our sales, marketing, pre-sales, and
Blog
Practitioner’s Take: When Automation Becomes the Bottleneck
For years, I’ve talked with engineers who are caught in the same cycle: they start automating with good intentions, a few Python scripts here, an Ansible playbook there. It works. It saves time. It even feels empowering. But at some point, that success turns on itself. The scripts multiply. Ownership blurs. Debugging becomes a weekly
AI & AIOps
From Automation to Autonomy: Building Trust in the Age of Intelligent Networks
A few weeks ago, while in London, I sat down with Ian Smith on the BASELINE Podcast for a candid conversation about AI, automation, and the future of network operations. In Part 1, we explored how automation can unlock human potential – the first step in transforming how enterprises think about efficiency and scale. (????
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