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Weekly Intelligence Brief on Artificial Intelligence and Automation - Week of June 2, 2025

June 5, 2025

Key Takeaways

  • Itential launched Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration at AutoCon 3.
  • EXL partnered with Databricks to enhance code migration services.
  • Fastly presented its edge services platform at Xcelerate 2025.
  • Netskope emphasized network architecture for Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) success.
  • AI-driven automation is central to modern networking operations.

Itential introduced the MCP Server at the AutoCon 3 event, facilitating secure connections between AI systems and the Itential Platform. This server is designed to manage policy-driven workflows, enabling enterprises to operationalize AI technologies while maintaining control and compliance. Peter Sprygada, Chief Architect at Itential, stated the necessity of trust and visibility for organizations integrating AI.

Collaborating with Databricks, EXL unveiled a code migration solution capable of reducing manual effort up to 80% for transitioning from SAS to its platform. EXL’s Code Harbor utilizes Generative AI (GenAI) to automate migration processes, which can significantly enhance compliance and operational efficiency in sectors like banking and healthcare.

Fastly's Xcelerate 2025 put forth its transition into a software-defined edge platform, targeting operational efficiency through a unified set of tools. The company highlighted AI workload optimization, enabling faster AI prompt responses and reduced data processing expenses. Customers shared positive outcomes related to operational capabilities and cost management.

Netskope's latest insights focused on the architectural adaptations required for effective SASE and SD-WAN implementation. The organization discussed the importance of visibility, control, and AI-driven automation for efficient network operations, suggesting that collaboration among networking and security teams is essential for successful deployments in modern distributed environments.

  1. Itential launches MCP Server for secure AI integration in enterprises
    Itential launched the MCP Server at AutoCon 3, enabling AI systems to interact with its platform securely.
  2. EXL partners with Databricks to launch Gen-AI powered code migration accelerator
    EXL collaborates with Databricks to boost code migration from SAS to its platform, enabling up to 80% reduction in manual effort.
  3. Fastly's Xcelerate 2025 Focuses on Edge Services and AI Integration
    Fastly's shift towards a software-defined edge platform was evident at Xcelerate 2025, demonstrating improvements in performance and costs.
  4. Netskope discusses the importance of architecture for SASE and SD-WAN success
    Joe DePalo and Joe Skorupa stress the importance of architecture in making SASE and SD-WAN effective in a distributed environment.

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