Cloud Computing event

We have been made aware of a "Cloud Computing" event that is taking place in Cardiff on 16 November 2010 that is being organised by the Digital Communications and the Digital Systems Knowledge Transfer Networks in partnership with Cardiff City Council and Hosted by BT.

BT CARDIFF International Data Centre, Ty Cynnal, Watkiss Way, Cardiff, CF11 0SW
16 November 2010 | 12.30 – 17:00

Cloud computing has become a subject of increasing interest over the last few years but what exactly is ‘Cloud’ and what does it mean for business both now and in the longer term?

This event really gets under the skin of Cloud Computing, examines the reality and looks at recent developments. There will also be opportunity to hear from businesses already using cloud services & gaining benefits, to quiz an expert panel and to workshop with other business people. This will help you to find out what the advantages and drawbacks are of commitment to the use of Cloud computing.
Whether provider or potential user of these emerging technologies and services, we would very much welcome your involvement and views and we believe that you could contribute greatly to the success of the event. At the same time, this provides you with the opportunity to voice your questions and opinions and to shape the future of Cloud computing to meet the needs of your business.

12:30-12:45 Registration

12:45-13:15 Lunch and networking

13:15-13:25 Introduction | Opening remarks from the Chair

13:25-14:00 Keynote Address | “Towards the Cloud!” An overview of a Cloud – delivery and deployment, market dynamics, opportunities and challenges | Ian Osborne; Director of the Digital Systems Knowledge Transfer Network

14:00-14.30 What’s What in ‘Cloud’? | What can you do and what should you think about? | Ronan Miles; Director, Customer Innovation Solutions, BT Innovate & Design

14:30-14.55 Getting Ready for the Cloud | A quick look at the technical and non-technical stepping stones for cloud computing | Mahesha Pandit; Programme Manager – Scalable Computing, Digital Systems Knowledge Transfer Network

14:55-15:15 Refreshments

15:15-16:00 What can ‘Cloud’ do for me? | Case studies of the use of ‘Cloud’| Speakers tba

16:00-16:50 Panel session with the speakers | Moderator: Ian Osborne

16:50-17:00 Closing remarks from the Chair

Attendance at the forum is free - please visit Register to reserve your place.