Goutham (Gou) Rao is the CEO and co-founder of NeuBird, creators of Hawkeye, the first generative AI-powered ITOps engineer for instant issue resolution.
Rao, a serial entrepreneur, has successfully exited companies like Portworx, Ocarina Networks, and Net6, with numerous patents in computer networking and security.
NeuBird focuses on AI solutions for IT operations to address the shortage of skilled professionals and enhance efficiency in managing technology stacks.
Hawkeye stands out by dynamically diagnosing issues from diverse data sources, collaborating with engineers, and offering real-time actionable insights.
It filters through massive data sets to provide clear insights, reducing response times and leveraging LLMs for secure incident analysis.
Hawkeye integrates with existing IT infrastructure by adapting to workflows, providing automated resolutions, and accelerating incident resolution.
Human engineers collaborate with Hawkeye to diagnose and resolve issues faster, optimizing IT operations and improving system reliability.
Real-world examples show a 90% reduction in MTTR, with Hawkeye optimizing capacity and ensuring near 100% uptime for a national grocery retailer.
The vision for AI agents in enterprise operations includes full autonomy, real-time self-healing infrastructure, and multi-agent workflows for cross-functional collaboration.
In the next five years, AI-driven automation will shift towards full autonomy, resolving issues before they escalate, with challenges in transparency, human-AI trust, and workforce adaptation.