Atlassian Team ’24 Recap – Fireside Chat with Vando Gonçalves and AJ Schmalenberger

e-Core • May 8, 2024

As we navigate through the post-cloud migration era, a new landscape is emerging, one that is dominated by cloud-first strategies and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This evolution is not only reshaping the way businesses operate but also redefining the future roadmap for tools like those offered by Atlassian in the cloud environment. The focus is shifting towards simplifying the user experience with AI-driven solutions, marking a significant transformation in IT Service Management (ITSM).


In this episode of Fireside Chat, we recap the highlights of Atlassian Team ’24, reflecting on the ecosystem, enhancements, and the future of IT. We’re joined by Dan Teixeira, Managing Director for North America at e-Core, Vando Gonçalves, an Atlassian Solution Architect, and AJ Schmalenberger, ITSM Evangelist. Their combined expertise leads to an insightful discussion. Listen now!



Episode Highlights:


  • Insights into the post-cloud migration era
  • Emphasis on cloud-first strategies and AI integration
  • Future roadmap for Atlassian tools in the cloud environment
  • Simplifying user experience with AI-driven solutions
  • Impact of AI on IT Service Management (ITSM)

 

Want to dive deeper into the Team ’24 announcements? Register for our Team ’24 Webinar, where Vando and AJ present and go in-depth on the new features for Atlassian Cloud customers!


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