NZ Cloud Computing Summit

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NZ Cloud Computing Summit

The Evolution of SaaS and Utility Computing Models Towards the new Paradigm of the Cloud

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Bright*Star is proud to bring together three cutting edge technology events under one roof! Disruptive technologies are driving rapid change in enterprise IT strategy, such as cloud computing and virtualisation. IDC predicts that spending on cloud computing will triple by 2012, meaning huge growth and opportunity.

Cloud Computing is one of the hottest emerging technology revolutions. Make sure you attend to hear what cloud architecture can mean for your IT strategy. Early adopters such as Colenso BBDO and Gen-i will give case studies into their experiences with cloud computing, and technology leaders such as Salesforce and OneNet will give technical insights.

Each day of the event is separately bookable, you could register multiple delegates on each day, and receive a discount at the same time. Please see the registration page for more information! You could consider registering a separate delegate for each day of the event from your organisation.

Agenda

Day 1

8.30

Registration & Coffee Session

9.00

Opening Remarks from the Chair Session

Eric Svetcov, Managing Director, SV Technology Limited

9.10

Setting the Scene: Defining Cloud Computing Session

• Defining “cloud computing” – what exactly is it?
• Where did cloud computing come from, and where is it going?
• What are the benefits and risks of the cloud?
• Where do we find our line-of-business apps in the cloud?
• Is cloud computing just hype, or the future of information technology?

Dr Michael Snowden, CEO, OneNet Limited

10.00

CASE STUDY: Real-World Experiences from Managing the Migration to Cloud Computing (Case Study)

This session will focus on Colenso’s successful migration of applications to a cloud architecture and will highlight the key benefits and lessons learnt.

Rob Tillotson, Director, COLENSO BBDO

10.40

Morning Break & Refreshments Session

11.00

The “Cloud” Can Have a Silver Lining: Moving to a Cloud Computing Platform for a Corporate Enterprise Session

• How has cloud computing enabled Gen-i to advance sales efficiency and effectiveness and client outcomes?
• Business value drivers: Innovation, scalability and cost reduction opportunities
• Taxi and takeoff: Adoption, quality and continuous improvement
• Where next?

Brent Eddy, Sales Operations and Strategy Manager, Gen-i

11.50

Case study: of the implementation of a cloud computing organisation in New Zealand focussed on providing enterprise level software and related services using a SaaS business model (Case Study)

The opportunity for a new player to enter the market occurred as a result of legislation change related to the introduction of the Portfolio Investment Entity (PIE) tax regime and the introduction of Kiwisaver. Appello Services was created to exploit the opportunity but chose to do so using a SaaS business model rather than offer software licenses. The presentation will investigate the key success factors, lessons learned and achievements to date. Critical lessons learned were:
• How to sell the SaaS model through education
• How much capital is required and getting the approach right
• Growing customer confidence and therefore demand for your services
• Choosing the right type of customer (and avoiding others)
• Assessing the importance of relationships over technology for enterprise level service delivery
• Highlighting the challenges of a small start-up company providing services to large corporates

Michael Maunsell, CEO and Founder, Appello Services Ltd

12.40

Lunch Session

1.40

An Overview of Applications that are Currently Delivered via the Cloud and Potential Applications for the Future Session

• Cloud computing - it’s just consumer videos isn’t it?
• CRM, CMS, ERP, HMS and other cloudy acronyms
• Transitioning to the clouds - beam me up Scotty
• It’s software Jim, but not as we know it. What the future holds

Ben Kepes, Diversity Limited

2.25

Managing your Cloud Provider for Success - How to Achieve the Best Results while Managing an Appropriate Level of Risk Session

• Performing selection and due diligence to achieve the best outsourcing results
• Implementing due diligence processes to protect your valuable data
• Communicating with your cloud provider
• Setting Service Level Agreements
• Agreeing reporting processes with your cloud provider – dash-boards and key metrics
• Choosing the right provider for your business

Eric Svetcov, Managing Director, SV Technology Limited

3.15

Afternoon Break & Refreshments Session

3.35

Discussing the legal implications of choosing an offshore cloud computing solution Session

• Contracting to reduce risk of vendor control
• Cross border data privacy issues
• What are the legal issues to watch for?

Edwin Bruce, Independent ICT Consultant

4.10

Panel debate: Assessing the Future for Cloud Technologies and the Changing Nature of IT use and Purchasing Models (Panel)

• Will the global economic crisis put the brakes on cloud computing adoption in the near-term?
• On-premises traditional hosting – where now?
• What will the main drivers be for Cloud Computing adoption? Cost efficiency? Scalability? Reducing data administration?
• Power and cooling issues?
• Using external cloud providers vs. building a private cloud for corporate IT • Will NZ bandwidth and speed pose an issue for cloud services?
• Is moving to a third-party cloud computing service really cheaper than running an in-house data centre. (Add to presenter field once sorted: Ben Kepes, Diversity Limited Mike Snowden, Managing Director, OneNet Eric Svetcov, Managing Director, SV Technology Limited, Salesforce.com speaker

Panelists:

4.50

End of Conference & Networking Drinks Function Session

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