1.5a Expo Product Brief: Dell - How Digital Twins can help improve decision making for Defence
Tracks
Track 1
| Tuesday, November 10, 2020 |
| 1:30 PM - 2:25 PM |
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Sponsored By:
Dell Technologies
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Speaker
Mr Sean Dardis
CTO Defence and Federal
Dell Technologies
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Abstract
Whether it’s through technology such as intelligent planning tools, digital twins or edge computing, the rise of digital platforms is empowering the military, enabling better continuity of operations and bringing armed forces at a new level of combat readiness.
Join Dell Technologies Sean Dardis, CTO of Defence, Intelligence and National Security and Jordan Garett Digital Twin and Edge Solutions Lead – Federal USA, for this exclusive virtual session to explore how Digital Twins and Edge Computing are enabling faster analysis of data to provide smarter and more informed decisions.
During the session we’ll delve into the driving force behind the growth and technology of edge computing and showcase real life examples of how digital twins are implemented and used for McLaren Racing.
Join Dell Technologies Sean Dardis, CTO of Defence, Intelligence and National Security and Jordan Garett Digital Twin and Edge Solutions Lead – Federal USA, for this exclusive virtual session to explore how Digital Twins and Edge Computing are enabling faster analysis of data to provide smarter and more informed decisions.
During the session we’ll delve into the driving force behind the growth and technology of edge computing and showcase real life examples of how digital twins are implemented and used for McLaren Racing.
Biography
Sean joined Dell in 2011 where he worked within the cloud consulting and infrastructure modernisation group and the workplace transformation team. Specialising in emerging technologies, complex solution architecture and technology solutions, he attained an international certification in Data Centre design, leading migration projects for several Australian Government departments.
Before joining Dell, Sean served as a Server Engineer for the Department of Defence (Army) demonstrating skill in both design and architectural capacities. During Sean’s time in uniform he deployed with the Army to build and maintain mission critical server and messaging infrastructure. Sean deployed in support of Defence operations on five occasions and in 2005 was awarded a Commendation for “displaying initiative in-line with the finest traditions of the Australian Defence Force”.
Sean’s past Defence projects are as diverse as his skillset, having completed major projects for Defence agencies. He is a skilled and motivated presenter, having presented on emerging technologies for Dell Technologies globally.
Mr Jordan Garrett
Digital Twin and Edge Solutions Lead - Federal
Dell Technologies
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Biography
Jordan Garrett is the Digital Twin and Edge Solutions Lead for the Dell Technologies Public business. In his role, he works with customers and partners across the aerospace and defence, federal, and SLED sectors to enable transformational solutions at scale. Much of his work is focused on the integration of Industry 4.0 capabilities and the use of Digital Twins for virtual product development, smart systems, and decision support in complex environments. Jordan also serves as the co-chair of the Aerospace and Defence Working Group on the Digital Twin Consortium.
Prior to joining Dell, Jordan held managerial and executive roles in management consulting, financial services, technology, and startup companies with a focus on strategy and innovation. He is a former Active Duty and current Reserve Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army. Jordan holds a B.S. from the United States Military Academy and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law.
