Monday, August 22, I will be delivering the opening "Geek Note" at the 4th annual ISACA Atlanta Chapter Geek Week. Geek Week is a full week of education on topics including Risk Management, Audit & Security and Governance as well as intermediate and advanced training sessions and much more.
My Geek Note, "Is IT relevant as we know it in this agile, world of innovation" (abstract below) will answer the burning question of what is around the corner for IT professionals. I'll even make some predictions on what you can expect from the industry and your role over the next few years!
If you need some more CPE's, some education or a chance to geek-out, join us at Geek Week in Atlanta. Registration is still open!
Is IT relevant as we know it in this agile, world of innovation?
Robert E Stroud CGEIT CRISC & Chief Geek
Cloud computing, virtualization of everything, iPads, iPods, Android devices, Cyber attacks, security, change is hitting us from all directions. Technology advances and challenges alone are not the only change on the horizon. The new "digital natives" generation is hitting the workforce and are being joined by increasing compliance requirements and what about the exponentially growing demand for automation - one fact is true, life in our professional is becoming increasingly complex. Our businesses are demanding innovation, agility, deliver now and at reduced cost and don't you dare talk in TLA's or FLA's, business language only spoken here.
Don't worry, help is at hand. Robert Stroud, former ISACA International Board and current Strategic Advisory Council Member and VP Strategy and Innovation at CA Technologies will take the cover off his crystal ball and predict what is around the corner in 2012 and beyond. Robert will share his thoughts and humorous anecdotes on how these trends will impact you in your role. More importantly Robert will share with you how can you prepare for and leverage the technology advances to add value to your organization and prepared to deliver value!