The Open Compute Project Podcast

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The latest news, developments, collaborations and in-depth look at the innovation that derives from the collaboration in the global OCP Community. Join us as we discuss data centers, IT hardware, and infrastructure through expert interviews and insightful analysis to empower listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions and deepen their understanding of the OCP. Your feedback shapes our content, so tune in, engage with our community, and be a part of reshaping hardware technology. Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com

  1. 3 DIC

    TI and the Future of AI Power: Smarter Systems from Grid to Gate

    Texas Instruments is known for semiconductors, calculators, and decades of design expertise. In this episode, Chris Suchoski shows how TI is becoming a full grid-to-chip partner for the next wave of data center growth. Rob and Chris break down what it takes to power AI, how architectures are shifting, and why TI’s deep experience outside the four walls of the data center matters now more than ever.Chris outlines the pressure facing the industry. AI workloads are growing at a rate the traditional design cycle cannot match. Time-to-market has gone from years to months, yet the expectations for density, power, sustainability, and reliability continue to climb. TI’s response is to support the entire power path from the grid to the GPU. Their goal is to help customers move faster and build systems that can take on the new wave of compute demand.They discuss the shift from conventional rack design to high-voltage architectures like 800V, the rise of megawatt-class racks, and what happens when unpredictable AI workloads collide with an aging set of power assumptions. Chris explains why this shift impacts every part of the ecosystem, from AC distribution to cooling to storage systems. He also talks through how TI’s decades of work in automotive, industrial, and grid power translate directly into the needs of hyperscale and AI operators.The conversation also highlights how collaboration through OCP speeds progress. Standards development, shared learning, and early visibility into architectural trends help companies build aligned solutions. Chris explains why TI participates heavily in OCP working groups and why he sees it as one of the best ways for operators and engineers to keep up with rapid change.Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:00 Meet Chris Suchoski and TI’s data center focus03:00 Why timelines are shrinking04:00 AI workloads and unpredictable power demand06:00 TI’s role beyond the compute tray08:00 Grid-to-chip: TI’s end-to-end approach10:00 Lessons from automotive and grid power12:00 Why OCP collaboration matters14:00 The shift to 800V architectures17:00 What Gen4 power architectures may look like19:00 Cooling, reliability, and emerging risks21:00 TI’s latest hardware and reference designs24:00 Hidden bottlenecks and future challenges26:00 What operators and engineers should prepare for28:00 How to engage with TI and get involved in OCP

    27 min

  2. 17 NOV

    Power must change or data centers stall

    AI clusters are exploding in size and pushing the limits of today’s data center power and network designs. In this episode, host Rob Coyle sits down with JP Buzzell, VP and Data Center Chief Architect at Eaton, to break down why power architecture has become the next big bottleneck and how the industry can respond. JP explains how data center design has hit a turning point. Density jumped from a few kilowatts a rack to more than 100 kW almost overnight. The move from many small, varied workloads to massive, synchronized GPU clusters has changed everything from physical layouts to network physics. Packet loss now dictates rack layout. Space inside the rack has run out. Cooling had to evolve not just for efficiency, but simply to fit the gear. And power distribution needs a complete rethink. The conversation covers the shift toward direct current power, why AC inside the rack cannot scale to the clusters coming next, and the role OCP is playing in driving standards, regulation, and cross-industry cooperation. JP also shares the human motivation behind this work, from medical breakthroughs to a cleaner, safer grid. This is a clear and practical explanation of a topic that will shape the future of data centers for years to come. 00:00 – Why data center design is changing02:15 – The jump in rack density04:20 – Liquid cooling’s real driver06:50 – Power congestion inside the rack08:30 – JP Buzzell’s background10:45 – Building hyperscale GPU clusters14:40 – The power bottleneck hits18:00 – Training vs inference reliability20:40 – We’re still in the “light bulb era” of AI22:10 – What slows DC adoption25:00 – Inside the OCP power distribution effort29:30 – Grid stability and load drops34:00 – Modular power and offsite build38:45 – The next wave of power tech41:00 – Global standards and interoperability51:55 – Final message: feed the good wolf

    53 min

  3. 31 OCT

    Educating the Future: Nomad Futurist’s Global Mission with Data Center Talent

    Nabeel Mahmood returns to the OCP Global Summit — and the OCP Podcast — with momentum, mission, and a message. In this follow-up conversation with host Rob Coyle, Nabeel shares the growth of Nomad Futurist’s education efforts, bringing students and new voices to the forefront of the data center ecosystem. The episode dives deep into why building the future of infrastructure starts with people, access, and understanding. From debunking misconceptions about data centers to spotlighting programs supporting students in underserved regions, Rob and Nabeel explore the true meaning of open innovation and industry responsibility. Key Themes: The importance of global education in tech Empowering communities to understand digital infrastructure Social responsibility in the data center industry Bridging policy, power, and people through open knowledge Nomad Futurist’s collaboration with OCP Evolving power architectures and AI-driven infrastructure The 1% concept: How small contributions make big impact Chapter Markers: 00:00 – The Barrier of Access 00:45 – Global Student Sponsorships 02:00 – Why Community Literacy Matters 03:10 – Debunking Myths About Data Centers 05:00 – Responsible Progress 07:15 – Education as Industry Defense 08:00 – Scaling the Mission Globally 10:00 – Infrastructure Evolution & Opportunities

    14 min

  4. 19 AGO

    From Projects to Outcomes: Evolving the OCP Member Experience

    As the Open Compute Project continues to grow and diversify, our role is more than managing projects, it’s fostering an experience that helps members thrive across technical and business goals.  The focus of OCP remains open participation and collaboration. But with the investment our members make, they also need to see outcomes. This has never been more important than with the new requirements in the hardware ecosystems and the rush to support AI workloads. Our Community grows through the strength of our member’s contributions, our knowledge sharing through events, webinars and virtual workshops, and the opportunity to shape the future of computational infrastructure through open standardization.  Though each of these programs can be great, the value is not in just selecting one, it's in the journey for our members, provided by the framework for a thriving open community.  Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/ #OpenComputeProject #OCP #InfrastructureInnovation #OpenHardware #DataCenters #TechLeadership #Podcast

    5 min

  5. 25 JUL

    Humble Beginnings to Now: An interview with Bill Carter, Fellow Emeritus of the OCP Foundation

    In this special episode of the Open Compute Project Podcast, host Rob Coyle sits down with Bill Carter, Fellow Emeritus and former CTO of the OCP Foundation, for a deep and personal conversation spanning the entire history of OCP — from its scrappy beginnings to its position today as a force in global infrastructure innovation. Highlights Include: * The Birth of OCP: How Facebook, Intel, and Rackspace sparked a hardware revolution in a curtained-off corner of a San Jose colo. * Vanity-Free Computing: The story behind the radical idea that simplicity, not flash, drives scale. * Rack to Reality: The evolution of Open Rack — from triple-bus bar designs to a global standard reshaped by collaboration. * White Box Networking Breakthroughs: Why disaggregated switches became one of OCP’s most disruptive contributions. * Collaboration Over Competition: The unlikely alliances between rivals like Intel and AMD that propelled early specs like Decathlete and Roadrunner. * Specs That Stuck — and Some That Didn't: Bill breaks down the difference between thriving standards and those that fell flat. * OCP’s Global Footprint: What Europe and Asia bring to the future of open hardware, sustainability, and sovereign tech. * What’s Next: Lessons from the past and a look forward at where OCP is headed — especially in the AI, modular, and liquid-cooled future. Whether you're new to open hardware or a long-time community member, this is a must-listen look at how open collaboration can reshape an entire industry — told by someone who helped build it. Chapters: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:02:36 — The Birth of OCP: Why Facebook broke away from traditional server designs 00:08:44 — Bill Joins the Movement: How Intel became an early OCP catalyst 00:22:13 — Network Disaggregation: The white box switch that shook the industry 00:28:49 — Decathlete & Roadrunner: Competing specs, shared goals 00:34:12 — OCP Inspired vs Accepted: What it means and why it matters 00:43:10 — The Power of Connector Standardization: Dripless and universal quick disconnects 00:50:05 — Modular Momentum: The rise of DCM and the value of early collaboration 01:02:08 — What's Next for OCP: AI, sustainability, and global community growth Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/ #OpenComputeProject #OCP #InfrastructureInnovation #OpenHardware #DataCenters #TechLeadership #Podcast

    1 h y 7 min

  6. 18 MAR

    Inside RISE: Sweden's OCP Innovation Hub & The Future of European Data Infrastructure

    In this episode, host Rob Coyle welcomes Cagatay Yilmas, RISE Project Manager & OCP EMEA Lead for the Nordics, to explore Europe’s distinctive approach to data center innovation.  Cagatay unpacks how RISE is building vendor-agnostic, sustainable digital infrastructure, why open innovation is key to Europe's growth, and how the EU's regulatory frameworks are shaping the future of energy-efficient computing. From heat reuse strategies and digital twins to cutting-edge developments like the EU’s first homegrown servers, the conversation offers a unique lens on how European data centers differ—and why that matters globally. They also discuss RISE’s role as an OCP Experience Center, collaboration opportunities for tech innovators, and what’s in store at the upcoming OCP EMEA Summit in Dublin. Chapters: 00:00 What is RISE? Cagatay explains the mission behind Sweden's largest research institute.04:17 How OCP and RISE Collaborated: The origin story of open hardware adoption in Europe.07:50 Proprietary vs Open: Why OCP standards are reshaping thermal management, efficiency, and material transparency.13:28 Inside ICE Data Center: How RISE’s OCP Experience Center is validating next-gen technologies at scale.19:40 The HeatWise Project: Tackling edge computing, grid integration, and climate-neutral buildings.24:25 EU Regulations & KPIs: How Europe is setting new benchmarks for data center efficiency and sustainability.30:10 The First European Server Prototype: How RISE is helping shape Europe’s sovereign digital future. Web page for RISE ICE Data Center: https://www.ri.se/en/ice-datacenter Contact Information: Çağatay Yılmaz – Project Manager @ ICE Data Center & OCP EMEA Nordics Lead: cagatay.yilmaz@ri.se Jon Summers – Scientific Lead of ICE Data Center & Chair of OCP FTS: jon.summers@ri.se Isabelle Kremlin – Business and Innovation Manager of ICE Data Center: isabelle.kemlin@ri.se Tor Björn Minde – Unit Manager of ICE Data Center: tor.bjorn.minde@ri.se Project Discussed: HIGHER (European Heterogeneous Cloud/Edge Infrastructures for Next Generation Hybrid Services): https://www.higher-project.eu HEATWISE (Holistic Energy Management and Thermal Waste Integrated System for Energy Optimisation): https://heatwise.eu Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

    47 min

  7. 14 FEB

    Revolutionizing Liquid Cooling: The Evolution of Quick Disconnects with CPC’s Beth Langer

    In this episode of the Open Compute Project Podcast, Rob Coyle welcomes Beth Langer, Principal Thermal Technologist at CPC (Colder Products Company), to discuss the rapid development of quick disconnects for liquid cooling in data centers.  As an OCP Community member and key contributor to the Cooling Environments Project, CPC is at the forefront of innovation in liquid cooling connections. Beth shares insights on the challenges and advancements in developing quick disconnects for high-performance computing, the importance of reliability at scale, and the evolution of the Universal Quick Disconnect (UQD) specification. Join us as we explore the future of liquid cooling and its impact on next-generation data centers. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Beth Langer and CPC’s role in liquid cooling solutions 3:07 The rise of liquid cooling in data centers 5:31 Scaling liquid cooling reliability and manufacturing challenges 9:12 The importance of standardization and collaboration in OCP 14:13 The development and evolution of the Universal Quick Disconnect 28:36 Future-proofing liquid cooling and upcoming innovations 36:53 How to get involved in OCP and CPC’s contributions to the industry Resources: OCP's Cold Plate Sub-Project: https://www.opencompute.org/projects/cold-plate “Liquid Cooling When Component Failure is Not an Option” Presentation at the OPC Global Summit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwQGH3wsfGI Website: CPC Worldwide: https://www.cpcworldwide.com/cool Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

    42 min

  8. 9 ENE

    Decoding the OCP Global Summit: Insights on Innovation, AI, and Market Impact with Nick Hume

    At the OCP Global Summit in San Jose, we sit down with Nick Hume, founder of Hume Consulting and host of the Tech Insider Podcast. With experience at hyperscale companies and as a fractional CTO/CIO, Nick shares insights on AI adoption, sustainable data centers, and navigating today’s fast-evolving tech landscape. Discover his take on bridging the gap in AI adoption and how OCP fosters collaboration to tackle the industry’s biggest challenges. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to OCP Global Summit 0:26 Nick’s Perspective on Hyperscale Companies 1:45 Navigating AI and Infrastructure 4:15 The Growth of OCP and Its Community 8:35 Vendor Lock and Its Impact 14:00 Recent Innovations in Cooling Technologies 16:37 OCP's Role in Collaboration and Innovation 19:02 The Evolution of Ethernet Technology 26:45 Sustainability vs. AI Demand 30:20 The Future of Decentralized Inferencing 37:33 The Importance of Fresh Perspectives 38:48 Embracing New Ideas in Data Centers 40:13 The Role of Community in OCP Connect with Nick: Hume Consulting: https://humeconsulting.co Tech Insider Podcast: https://www.humeconsulting.co/techinsider LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholashume/ Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

    49 min
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The latest news, developments, collaborations and in-depth look at the innovation that derives from the collaboration in the global OCP Community. Join us as we discuss data centers, IT hardware, and infrastructure through expert interviews and insightful analysis to empower listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions and deepen their understanding of the OCP. Your feedback shapes our content, so tune in, engage with our community, and be a part of reshaping hardware technology. Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com

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    The Open Compute Project
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2025
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