Modernizing Application Delivery Infrastructure for AI-Powered Applications

This technical report discusses the modernization of application delivery infrastructure to support AI-powered applications. It outlines the critical role applications play in business success and the evolving landscape of digital experiences driven by AI. The report details how modern applications are distributed across various environments, including on-premises data centers and public clouds, necessitating a flexible approach to workload placement. It emphasizes the importance of robust application delivery infrastructure, which includes application delivery controllers and load balancers, to manage the increased demands of AI workloads. The report also highlights the need for centralized management and orchestration to optimize cloud consumption and ensure security across hybrid and multicloud environments. Additionally, it addresses the challenges organizations face in meeting compliance requirements and managing operational costs while deploying AI-driven applications. The findings underscore the necessity for agility, operational efficiency, and enhanced security measures in the context of rapidly evolving application environments.