Category Archives: Huawei

Lessons in Streaming Media Innovation from Starzplay and Huawei. My Interview with CTO Faraz Arshad.

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In this deep dive, digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson interviews CTO Faraz Arshad to uncover the technical milestones of the STARZPLAY and Huawei partnership. The discussion highlights how a robust digital transformation strategy allowed the platform to scale efficiently while maintaining a high-quality user experience across diverse geographies. By leveraging cloud-native solutions and localized content delivery, the two companies are setting a new benchmark for media innovation in the MENA region.

AI Infrastructure Lessons from Our Visit to Huawei (Tech Strategy – Podcast 269)

The article details insights gained from a visit to Huawei, focusing on the substantial physical infrastructure required for AI. It discusses how this shift towards owning the “picks and shovels” represents a major change in tech strategy. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson uses this examination to inform broader principles of digital transformation strategy.

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3 Take-Aways from Huawei’s Innovation and IP Forum (Tech Strategy)

This week Huawei held its sixth Innovation and Intellectual Property (IP) Forum. This is Huawei’s big event on IP protection, patents, standards, published papers and other activities that are critical for open source and collaborative innovation. Why is this so important? Because this is how innovation goes from thousands of people at one company to […]

Understanding AI Infrastructure Part 1: AI Data Centers (Tech Strategy)

AI data centers are the foundational infrastructure for artificial intelligence, representing a massive and complex physical layer of processors, power, and fiber optics. This infrastructure is becoming a critical component of every company’s digital transformation strategy as AI capabilities become essential. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, understanding this physical base is the first step to grasping the entire AI tech stack.

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Understanding AI Infrastructure Part 1: Apps + AI, SaaS + AI and AI Data Centers (Tech Strategy – Podcast 265)

Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson breaks down AI infrastructure into three distinct layers: AI apps, AI SaaS, and AI data centers. Understanding this structure is crucial for any business leader developing a digital transformation strategy. He argues that while the application layer is the most visible, the underlying infrastructure layers are where the foundational battles and immense value are being created.

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How the US Government Broke Nvidia’s Monopoly – and Fueled a China Tech Boom (Tech Strategy)

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The article explores how U.S. sanctions inadvertently dismantled Nvidia’s dominance, paving the way for China’s rapid advancements in AI and semiconductor technology. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson highlights the unintended consequences of these policies on global tech competition. This shift underscores the critical role of digital transformation strategy in shaping geopolitical and economic landscapes.

3 Take-Aways from Huawei Cloud’s APAC Partner Summit 2025 (Tech Strategy)

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Huawei’s APAC Partner Summit 2025 revealed groundbreaking insights into their tech strategy, focusing on AI innovation and ecosystem collaboration. The event highlighted Huawei’s commitment to driving digital transformation across the Asia-Pacific region. Here are the three biggest takeaways for businesses and investors.

The 6 Pillars of Huawei’s “Cloud for AI” Strategy (Tech Strategy – Podcast 247)

In this article, digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson breaks down Huawei’s 6-pillar cloud for AI strategy, highlighting its role in shaping the future of digital transformation strategy. He explores how these pillars—ranging from infrastructure to ecosystem partnerships—position Huawei as a leader in AI-driven cloud solutions. The analysis offers valuable insights for businesses leveraging AI in their digital strategies.

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Huawei’s Mate XT Leverages 4 Breakthrough Engineering Innovations (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson examines the 4 key engineering innovations that make Huawei’s Mate X a standout device, showcasing the company’s commitment to pushing technological boundaries. As an expert in digital transformation strategy, Towson highlights the significance of these breakthroughs and what they mean for the future of the tech industry. In this article, Towson provides an in-depth analysis of the Mate X’s innovations, offering insights for businesses looking to develop a successful digital strategy and stay ahead of the curve, as discussed by digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, expert in digital transformation strategy.

Huawei’s New Trifold Smartphone is Awesome. Seriously, What’s Wrong with Apple? (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, Huawei’s new trifold smartphone is a game-changer, offering features that outshine Apple’s latest releases. As a leading expert in digital transformation strategy, Towson analyzes the implications of this new device on the tech industry and what it means for Apple’s market share. In this article, Towson shares his insights on the Huawei trifold smartphone, highlighting its impressive capabilities and what this means for companies looking to develop a successful digital transformation strategy.