The emerging world of information technology is one in which data is king, social platforms evolve as a new source of business intelligence, and cloud computing finally delivers on IT’s role as a driver of business growth. In this discussion we will identify emerging trends that challenge long-held assumptions about IT and are poised to reshape the business landscape. The panel will also contemplate “action steps” that high performing businesses and governments can take to prepare for the new world of computing.
As businesses move away from the traditional legacy systems, how do CIOs adapt and understand the changes of cloud computing within his/her organization? They may have a significant grasp on the technical changes, but what about the unexpected challenges pertaining to the IT department? When cloud computing was at an escalated hype, forecasters stated there would be a widespread layoff epidemic in the IT organization. Rather than eliminating professional IT jobs, cloud offers a new way of retraining, enhancing skills, and the ability to focus on value-added activities to advance their careers. Discover how cloud computing has affected this panel line up of IT executives and the IT structural changes in their organization.
One of the biggest trends in 2013 was enterprise mobility and the continued high priority it has within organizations. As we step into 2014, what are the predications for mobility and the impact it will have on the enterprise? This panel will focus on the pros and cons of continued evolution including insights about security challenges, operating systems, wearable devices, and the importance of managing mobility services.
