Business Technology Expo Returns to Vancouver October 10!
Thursday, October 10 2024
1:30 p.m. PT
ENSO Event Centre,
Vancouver, BC
30+ Top Technology Companies
Exclusive Tech Briefs from Industry Experts
BTEX West Vancouver
Canada’s Premier Business Technology Event
Join us at CDW Canada’s Business Technology Expo (BTEX) Vancouver at ENSO Event Centre! See the latest technology from more than 30 technology trailblazers; jot down new ideas during informative Tech Brief sessions, led by industry experts; network with your peers and learn from best practices shared across segments, verticals and different business sizes; and more importantly, leave with the information you need to deliver successful business outcomes for your organization – and the partner that will help get you there – today and into the future.
Networking
Whether you're looking to collaborate on new projects, gain industry insights, or simply expand your professional circle, BTEX offers the ideal platform to engage with top IT professionals and industry leaders.
CDW Experts & Tech Vendors
Connect with CDW’s expert technical bench and 30+ tech vendors to gain knowledge and that will amplify your personal and professional development.
Professional Development
Join our exclusive Keynote presentation and tech brief sessions to learn about the latest cutting-edge products, tech trends and thought leadership on buzzing topics like cybersecurity, hybrid infrastructure and cloud.
Prizes & GIveaways
Attend sessions, engage with tech vendors and the CDW team to win exciting prizes and giveaways throughout the event!
Schedule
Thursday October 10 2024
1:30
1:30 p.m. PDT
Doors Open | Expo Opens
Join us as BTEX Vancouver returns live at ENSO Event Centre.
2:00
2:00 p.m. - 2:40 p.m. PDT
IDC Keynote: 2024 CDW Canadian Hybrid Cloud Report
This year we’ll be welcoming Megha Kumar, Research VP, Analytics and AI, IDC Canada, to join KJ Burke, Field CTO, Hybrid Infrastructure, CDW Canada and highlight the findings of the 2024 CDW Canadian Hybrid Cloud Report. Learn how to navigate the complexities of digital transformation effectively, embracing best practices in cloud and data management, addressing the skills gap and leveraging innovative technologies for thriving in the digital era.
2:50
2:50 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. PDT
AI & Cloud Panel: Leveraging Public Cloud Services to Accelerate Your AI Journey
Join CDW, Microsoft and AWS as they discuss some of the most meaningful use cases of AI as organizations look to make an impact with GenAI. Start with a business outcome and accelerate your AI deployment using existing public cloud platforms in Azure and AWS. We'll export the process of developing a plan, how to measure success, and how existing platforms can speed up the time to deployment of AI.
3:40
3:40 p.m. - 4:10 p.m. PDT
CDW Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity Tactics: Modern Offense, Defense, and the AI Frontier
Join us at BTEX West for an engaging panel where industry leaders discuss the latest offensive and defensive tactics in cybersecurity. We'll first explore modern attack techniques and the how defensive strategies are evolving to counteract them. This panel will also delve into the risks posed by AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), and how these technologies are being leveraged by attackers.
4:20
4:20 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. PDT
Revolutionizing Employee Experience: Moveworks AI for Seamless Automation
Explore how the Moveworks AI platform is revolutionizing the employee experience through AI-powered conversations. Join us for an exclusive session featuring Brett Hardy, Head of Modern Workplace at CDW Canada, and Brian Matthews, Head of Services Strategy and Development, as they delve into the advanced technology behind AI-driven solutions that enhance productivity and engagement. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how CDW is leveraging this innovative solution globally and discover how effortless automation can transform your workplace.
4:55
4:55 p.m. PDT
Closing Performance - LED POI Spinning
5:00
5:00 p.m. PDT
Closing Comments & Final Prize Draw
Attend for your chance to win technology prizes including: Laptops, gaming equipment, drones and more!
BTEX Vancouver After Party to follow!
Learn more about our sponsors, with more than 30+ leading technology partners:
AMD | APPLE | ARCTIC WOLF | CLOUDFLARE | CYBERPOWER | ERGOTRON | f5 | FORTINET | GOOGLE | jabra | jamf | JUNIPER | KENSINGTON | lOGITECH | NETAPP | Netskope | okta | POLY | redhat | SAMSUNG | SCALE COMPUTING | seagate | suse | TRELLIX | western digital | wiz