구축 vs. 구매 의사결정 : AI-Ready 인프라 ROI의 최적화

This IDC Perspective provides an in-depth analysis of considerations for optimizing AI-ready infrastructure ROI and addressing the critical decisions organizations face between building versus buying digital infrastructure for AI workloads. It highlights the complex requirements of AI deployments, including storage, compute power, network connectivity, and security. With digital infrastructure costs representing a significant portion of AI costs, the document advocates for a strategic approach that includes developing scalable architectures, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and institutionalizing governance and ROI programs. It also emphasizes the importance of anticipating technological advancements to ensure infrastructure innovation. This comprehensive framework aims to guide organizations in making informed decisions that align with their long-term business objectives and technological capabilities."AI infrastructure is not simply about supporting individual applications; it's about creating a foundational platform that enables a broad range of business use cases that drive innovation and growth. IDC research underscores the importance of a strategic, long-term approach to AI infrastructure, emphasizing collaboration across functional teams, and the need to continually adapt to technological advancements to ensure sustained excellence and differentiated competitive advantage in the marketplace," says Matt Eastwood, senior vice president, Enterprise Infrastructure, Cloud, Telecom, Security, Developers, Channels, and Enabling Technology, IDC.

Executive Snapshot

Situation Overview

• Linking AI-Ready Infrastructure ROI to GenAI Use Cases and Business Outcomes
  • How GenAI Changes the AI-Ready Infrastructure Discussion
  • Key Questions for Aligning AI-Ready Infrastructure Build Versus Buy Decisions with Business Outcomes
  • Considering How LLM Choices Impact AI-Ready Infrastructure Build Versus Buy Choices
  • Anticipating the Future Role of Small Language Models
  • Factoring in Performance-Intensive Computing Cost Versus Benefit Considerations
  • Pricing and Operating Model Trade-Offs
  • Considering Tech Debt and Ongoing Modernization Strategies

Advice for the Technology Buyer

• Governance Strategies for AI-Ready Infrastructure Build Versus Buy Decisions
• Applying a Strategy for Optimizing Build Versus Buy Infrastructure Decisions
• Next Steps and Call to Action
  • Build a Platform for Long-Term AI-Ready Infrastructure Excellence
    • Next Steps
    • Calls to Action
  • Institutionalize Governance and ROI Programs
    • Next Steps
    • Calls to Action
  • Anticipate and Plan for Infrastructure Innovation
    • Next Steps
    • Calls to Action

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