As the world of artificial intelligence rapidly evolves, businesses are looking for solutions that combine advanced capabilities with practical application. That’s where IBM watsonx on IBM Fusion HCI (Hyperconverged Infrastructure) comes in—a powerful duo that’s set to change the game for how companies utilize AI technology.

The Strength of Integration: watsonx Meets Fusion HCI
IBM watsonx paired with IBM Fusion HCI, gives you a robust solution for organizations eager to tap into advanced AI features. This integration offers a rare mix of power, efficiency, and control that’s tough to beat in today’s competitive landscape.

Faster Deployment and Easier Management
One of the most impressive aspects of this combination is how quickly you can get up and running. What used to take weeks can now be done in just a few days, thanks to Fusion’s streamlined approach to deploying and managing a self-service on-premises cloud for watsonx. This integrated OpenShift system not only speeds up setup but also simplifies ongoing operations with:
- Automated monitoring
- Streamlined maintenance
- Enhanced resiliency services

Exceptional Scalability and Flexibility
In the AI realm, the ability to scale is essential. The watsonx on Fusion HCI setup excels in this area, providing remarkable flexibility. Organizations can:
- Easily add GPU servers for tasks like inferencing and training
- Start with a data lakehouse on Fusion and expand with Ceph-ready nodes
- Grow their Fusion HCI setup with additional CPUs and storage as needed, adapting to evolving demands

Performance That Delivers
When it comes to performance, the results are impressive:
- Beats Databricks at just 60% of the cost
- Queries are accelerated by an astonishing 7x to 90x, as shown in real-world use cases from the IBM CIO office
This kind of speed isn’t just about raw power; it enables organizations to gain insights quickly and make informed decisions more efficiently.

Secure AI Innovation: On-Premises Power with Strong Data Control
In a time when data security and compliance are critical, IBM watsonx on Fusion HCI shines with its solid on-premises deployment options. This approach effectively tackles important issues like:
- Data security
- Regulatory compliance
- Data sovereignty

By keeping data within the organization, companies can more easily meet strict security standards and industry regulations. This solution strikes a great balance between innovation and compliance, allowing full control over data while still accessing cutting-edge AI technologies.

The Quick Route to On-Premises watsonx Deployment
For businesses wanting to implement AI on-premises, running watsonx on IBM Fusion offers a reliable, low-risk path. As a reference architecture for watsonx deployments, Fusion provides:
- A turnkey solution that speeds up the adoption process
- Quick setup for both Proof of Concept (POC) projects and full implementations
- A streamlined approach that benefits companies with existing watsonx investments or those needing fast deployment

Boosting AI: Unmatched Performance and Efficiency
The combination of watsonx with IBM Fusion HCI brings significant performance benefits:
- Excellent price-performance ratios, especially for data-heavy AI workloads
- Storage acceleration that enhances watsonx.data queries with high-performance cache
- Improved on-premises performance through the synergy of IBM watsonx.data architecture, IBM Storage Ceph, and IBM Fusion HCI
- Support for GPU-accelerated applications with NVIDIA H100 GPUs

These enhancements not only speed up AI model training and inference but also simplify complex data management tasks, leading to quicker insights and more effective AI projects.

Conclusion: The Future of Enterprise AI
IBM watsonx on Fusion HCI is more than just a tech upgrade—it’s a new way for organizations to think about AI implementation. With its blend of easy deployment, scalability, high performance, and strong security, this solution is perfect for enterprises looking to unlock the full potential of AI while keeping control over their infrastructure.

As we move deeper into an AI-driven future, solutions like IBM watsonx on Fusion HCI will be essential for businesses ready to embrace the opportunities ahead.

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Tue, Dec 10, 2024 11:00 AM ES1T

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Summary

Join us for an exciting webinar where we'll explore how IBM Fusion and watsonx are revolutionizing on-premises AI deployment and performance!

In this webinar, you'll learn how to:

• Deploy OpenShift applications and watsonx with unprecedented ease
• Achieve up to 90x faster queries with watsonx on IBM Fusion HCI
• Secure your AI innovation with ironclad data control
• Supercharge your AI infrastructure performance and efficiency

Key speakers

Rob Coventry, Principal Global Sales Leader, Storage Software, IBM


Luv Aggarwal, Worldwide Sales Leader - watsonx.ai, IBM