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  • 15 August 2023

    08:30 AM (NZDT)

    Spark Arena, Auckland

CIO TECH TALKS

​Online and OnDemand for the whole team

Tech Talks are short, sharp presentations on practical issues facing today’s ICT teams.
Tech Talks will be available online and ondemand to all CIO Summit VIPs AND will also be available to the wider ICT community FREE of charge.
By registering to watch the Tech Talks the ICT community will also be able to attend the virtual CIO Expo and engage with the Summit sponsors and exhibitors.
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The Tech Talks will cover issues such as:

Cyber Security and Threat Protection

Increasingly the #1 challenge for the modern IT department. From authentication and identity through to networked devices and malicious attacks, examine the gambit of security offerings available.

IT Service Management Solutions

ITSM continues to be driven by emerging ICT trends including DevOps, Agile, KCM and HPC. Connect with the experts here to find the perfect solution to unlock your organisational capabilities.

Cloud Solutions

Cloud has been the single biggest driver for productivity enhancement organisation- wide. Find information on aaS services from platforms to infrastructure and find solutions to bring business into the Cloud.

Architecture and Platforms

Is your organisation undergoing rapid transformation to evolve in the digital ecosystem? ICT platform optimisation and automated architecture design assists with the ease of deployment. Find out more about autonomic platforms, automation, microservices architecture.

Networking and Infrastructure

Companies are handling greater volumes of data and need more readily flexible infrastructure. 5G is the next productivity battleground and other tools like fibre enable smarter, automated networks that accommodate variable network demands.

Artificial Intelligence and Automation

Automation and AI are well and truly here. Find suppliers of cognitive service management and partners that can help you take advantage of the efficiencies that cognitive technology provides.

Data Storage and Analytics

Bigger data equals bigger challenges. Connect with dedicated data analytics and storage consultants and providers as they showcase the latest on offer around real-time analytics and storage solutions.

Digital Workforce Solutions

Previously, collaboration was the key trend on everyone’s lips as digital capacity and capability was on the rise. Today, organisations can take advantage of Enterprise Content Management Systems and Smart Mobility solutions to enable remote or geographically diverse teams to remain productive.

IoT

Connectivity is crucial for the modern organisation. IoT’s implementation has enabled faster, real-time analytics and service provision. Get insights into the latest trends and opportunities including edge computing, machine learning and of course sensor technology.

Hardware and Devices

From printers, and routers to smart boards and videoconferencing equipment, check out what these vendors have on offer to enable a truly digital workplace.

2022 Tech Talks Agenda

Ruckus: Smart Enterprise Networks for the Next Era
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific
Okta: Identity at the Heart of The Warehouse Group’s “beautiful” Zero Trust Strategy
As an early-adopter of Zero Trust principals, The Warehouse Group is well versed in the opportunities and challenges of adopting a Zero Trust Architecture. In this forum, Clare Robson, Okta’s Director of Solutions Marketing for APAC will be joined by The Warehouse Group’s Strategic Lead, Glenn Elley, as he describes their journey towards a 100% cloud and a “beautiful” Zero Trust strategy. Discover how The Warehouse Group:

• Navigated initial challenges around workforce identity
• Defined and evolved their Zero Trust architecture over time
• Balanced security and user experience
• Achieved 100% Cloud adoption and passwordless authentication

Clare Robson, Director Solutions Marketing APAC, Okta
Glenn Elley, Strategic Lead - Protect, The Warehouse Group
KNOWBE4: Never Underestimate the Importance of Communicating Cybersecurity Effectively

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Google Cloud: A Modern Data Platform and how to make it useful
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific
Workato: Helping MediaWorks scale at speed with enterprise integration and automation.
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific
Ricoh: Destination Work: The role of the office in hybrid working
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific
Fortinet: Cyber Security Mesh Architecture - A Path to Autonomous Security Posture
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific
ServiceNow: "Defining Good" in a Digital First Strategy
For the hard-working people in the world’s most demanding industries, “good enough” networking isn’t good enough. You need networks that meet your organisation’s exacting needs. A purpose-driven network is a must. It enables you to build innovative solutions that deliver world-class experiences and solve your toughest industry challenges. Empowering your organisation to deliver exceptional experiences to your customers and employees.

Sanjiv Verma,VP, Ruckus Networks, Asia Pacific

2022 Tech Talks Speakers

Roxanne Salton

Chief Digital Officer

Southern Cross Health Society

Roger Burgess

CIO Advisor

Zoom

John Ellis

Chief Information Security Officer

Bupa Asia Pacific

Tony Olvet

Group Vice President, Worldwide C-Suite and Future Enterprise Research

IDC (Canada)

Roxanne Salton

Chief Digital Officer

Southern Cross Health Society

Roger Burgess

CIO Advisor

Zoom

John Ellis

Chief Information Security Officer

Bupa Asia Pacific

Tony Olvet

Group Vice President, Worldwide C-Suite and Future Enterprise Research

IDC (Canada)