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I am excited to share that Related Digital is developing a more than 1-gigawatt data center campus in Saline Township, Michigan exclusively for Oracle as part of OpenAI and Oracle’s previously announced partnership to deliver 4.5 gigawatts of additional Stargate capacity. This multi-billion project will create 2,500+ union construction jobs, 450+ jobs onsite, 1,500 jobs county-wide, as well as thousands more indirect jobs across Michigan and the U.S. Our Related Digital team is especially proud that this campus is being designed and built the right way — with a closed-loop cooling system that limits daily water use to levels comparable to an office building, the preservation of hundreds of acres of farmlands, wetlands, and woodlands, and a LEED-certified, sustainable design. Power to the site is being provided directly by DTE Energy using existing resources augmented by a new battery storage investment – financed entirely by the project – in a way that ensures there is no impact on DTE’s existing customers’ energy supply or rates. In fact, DTE’s customers will benefit from the project contributing its share to the fixed costs of maintaining and improving the grid. I am so proud of our team that has been working non-stop on this project. Read more about the news here: https://lnkd.in/gZJhQxkW

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Over the past few months, Matt Stravitz and I spent time with CIOs, CEOs, and board members about how the #CIO role is evolving, shaped by real operating pressures. One consistent theme that emerged was the CIO roles' continued evolution beyond it's traditional remit, with 2026 likely to place greater emphasis on it's influence over competitive advantage, AI adoption, and the pace of enterprise change. We pulled those conversations together into a short guide - The Modern CIO: Leading Transformation in an Age of Intelligence The guide focuses on three core themes: 🔸 How the CIO mandate has fundamentally evolved and the expectations that now come with it. 🔸The CIO archetypes organisations are prioritising today. 🔸What boards, CEOs, and HR leaders should be expecting from the role as we move into 2026. 👉Read now: https://lnkd.in/g-5FUtMb Riviera Partners

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A Chicago hotel once replaced its doorman with automatic doors. The result? A quieter lobby, fewer lingering guests, and a loss of something intangible warmth, trust, and a sense of belonging. The doorman didn’t just open doors; he created an atmosphere, conveyed safety, and made people feel welcome. Today, many businesses are making the same mistake with AI. We automate what’s measurable—calls answered, tickets closed, orders processed—but overlook the empathy, judgment, and adaptability that define human work. AI can handle transactions, but it struggles with nuance, improvisation, and the quiet art of making people feel valued. Efficiency isn’t the same as effectiveness. A nurse doesn’t just record vitals; they notice what sensors can’t. A customer service agent doesn’t just resolve complaints; they rebuild trust. When we optimize only for speed and cost, we risk losing the very qualities that make experiences meaningful. AI’s true potential lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting our strengths. As Mike Amundsen puts it, AI should act as a coach or partner, surfacing possibilities, prompting reflection, and amplifying creativity. The future belongs to those who use technology to enhance human connection, not erase it. #Leadership #AI #FutureOfWork #Innovation #CustomerExperience https://lnkd.in/gVHQKy4q

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In partnership with OpenAI and Related Digital, we will add more than a gigawatt of additional Stargate capacity through the Saline Township, Michigan data center campus. Michigan has long stood as a leader in American innovation and industry, and with this expansion, it will play a pivotal role in powering the future of AI innovation. https://lnkd.in/g9apY-Q8

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CONFIRMED: 5th Stargate Campus | OpenAI x Oracle x Vantage Data Centers OpenAI, Oracle, and Vantage Data Centers will build Project Lighthouse a $15 billion hyperscale campus in Port Washington, Wisconsin, as part of the $500 billion Stargate initiative. 📍 Project Lighthouse | Port Washington, WI 💰 Investment: $15 billion 👷 4,000+ skilled construction jobs (majority union) 🏗️ Completion: Targeted for 2028 💲 GDP Contribution: $2.7 billion ⚡ Capacity: Part of 4.5GW+ initial rollout 🧱 Developer: Vantage Data Centers (backed by Silver Lake & DigitalBridge) 🧩 Partners: OpenAI | Oracle | SoftBank | Microsoft The Wisconsin site joins Abilene, TX as one of several new campuses forming the backbone of America’s AI infrastructure buildout designed to keep the U.S. ahead in the global AI race. Once operational, Project Lighthouse is expected to support 1,000+ permanent jobs and thousands more across supply chains. “Expanding Stargate to Wisconsin is another major step toward building the infrastructure that will help ensure everyone can benefit from AI,” said Peter Hoeschele, OpenAI’s Vice President of industrial compute. “As demand for data centers expands beyond traditional hubs, the upper Midwest has become a critical and strategic market for Vantage Data Centers and our customers,” said Dana Adams, President of North America, Vantage Data Centers. Building AI infrastructure? Drop me a message to see how Futura Energy Group can help.

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CIOs all over are looking for ways to drive a new wave of transformation with technologies like AI in their toolbox. They're focused on how to reinvent their organization. They're leading business transformation efforts that are tech-enabled to compete and grow the company. The focus isn't only on delivering solutions, so as you can see, this is no small task. #CIO #Technology #BusinessTransformation

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ChicagoCIO members focused on the advantages of the decentralized IT business model, highlighted by an insightful overview from Mike Parisi, ITW, this week. Decentralized enables this $15B Chicagoland manufacturer, bringing innovative products to us for over 100 years, along with 20K + new patents. We look forward to full Insider overview in July! Key benefits of the model include: - Speed: Accelerates decision-making and drives action. - Empowerment: Provides employees with greater ownership and adaptability. - Scalability: Facilitates growth and expansion. - Reliability: Reduces single points of failure. A compare/contrast format sparked engaging questions and insightful answers from attendees. Special thanks to key contributors for their insights and additions: Ivan Skerl, Bosch, Allison Radecki, Morgan Street Holdings, Eyal Altman from Littelfuse, and Chad Steighner, Clarios. 🙏🏻 Jim Hart at Burwood Group, Molly Gallmeier, M.B.A. Gallmeier from Baker Tilly US, Faith Fiore, TEKsystems, Nick Shafer, Lumen Technologies, and Jeffrey Stephenson, Slalom. #Decentralized #CIO

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DigiDoc, Inc. dba PS2G Expands Government Offerings with GSA MAS Award for Key Special Item Numbers (SINs) DigiDoc, Inc. dba Public Sector Solutions Group (PS2G) is proud to announce that it has secured multiple Special Item Numbers (SINs) under its GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract, enabling federal, state, and local government agencies to procure specialized IT and records management solutions quickly and efficiently.

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