Presentation: Is Your Network Ready to Handle Personal Devices?
Venue: The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center, Blacksburg
Directions: Google Map Link
Date: Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Event Types: Food, Speaking Engagements, Business Related
Cost: Free
Description:
Sign-up to attend a free technology discussion and networking lunch entitled "Is Your Network Ready to Handle Personal Devices?" at The Inn at Virginia Tech on Wednesday, August 29th. The event includes lunch, networking and discussion.
Collaborate with your peers and hear the experts at Advanced Network Systems, WatchGuard Technologies and Meru Networks share insights on how to successfully prepare for, or implement, a BYOD initiative in your organization.
Schedule:
11:30-12:00 pm - Introductions & Networking
12:00-1:30 pm - Technology Discussion
Using personal devices for work, also known as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), is on Gartner's Top 10 List of the most significant trends that will impact information technology from now into the next five years. The number of employees who are using their own smartphones, iPads and other devices for work is growing, and, as a result, productivity is on the rise. However, this environment leads to an exponential increase in the number IP devices that IT must manage and secure.
Get prepared for this important shift, without compromising network security or overwhelming your IT staff.
To reserve your spot and for more information, visit: http://byod-lunch-bburg.eventbrite.com/