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Powering the Future: Leadership, AI, and the Next Era of IBM Power with Tom McPherson, GM of IBM Z and LinuxONE and former GM of IBM Power

August 13, 2025 • IBM Big Data & Analytics Hub • Season 9 • Episode 32

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Episode Description (Show Notes):
Step into the world of IBM Power Systems with insider insights from Tom McPherson, former GM of IBM Power. In this conversation, Tom shares leadership lessons, debunks common misconceptions, and dives deep into the innovations shaping the future of Power infrastructure. From AI integration to hybrid cloud strategies, competitive positioning to compelling client use cases — it’s a powerhouse discussion you won’t want to miss.

Timestamps:

00:49 Meet Tom McPherson
03:00 Leadership Advice
04:58 Hobbies
07:53 IBM Power
10:24 Power 11
13:53 Common Misconception
14:39 Favorite Power Features
21:51 Promise to Profits of AI
25:28 Hybrid Cloud
27:34 Power Competitors
28:36 Compelling Use Cases
29:51 The Future of Power
31:20 Rapid Fire
33:51 Business Partners in Power
35:16 Leadership

Guest Links:
🔗 Tom McPherson on LinkedIn
🌐 IBM Power Systems

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