{"id":38770,"date":"2019-05-02T16:55:11","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T16:55:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/icloud.pe\/blog\/?guid=732bc775f3afd8db7465bf040d417b5a"},"modified":"2019-05-02T16:55:11","modified_gmt":"2019-05-02T16:55:11","slug":"5-reasons-you-should-attend-the-uk-cloud-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/icloud.pe\/blog\/5-reasons-you-should-attend-the-uk-cloud-summit\/","title":{"rendered":"5 reasons you should attend the UK Cloud Summit"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s now less than a month until the UK Cloud Summit takes place in London so if you haven\u2019t already registered for the event, now is the time to sign up<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This two-day event is a must-attend for those looking to find out how to start driving or continue to drive business success using cloud and related technologies.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cDiscover new, disruptive technologies fuelled by the cloud (Infinite Possibilities), explore ways that they can benefit from category leading cloud solutions (Infinite Ecosystems), and grasp the challenges of transforming their business in the digital economy (Infinite Growth),\u201d said Scott Murphy, director of cloud and advanced solutions and Ingram Micro in the UK and Ireland.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou’ll learn about the extraordinary shift that\u2019s taking the channel in a bold, new direction. Where the unknown becomes known. Where your business can leap forward in cloud enablement, and where the infinite potential becomes infinite reality.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re still thinking about attending the summit \u2013 which takes place on 21 and 22 May at the Landmark Hotel in London \u2013 here are some compelling reasons to attend:<\/p>\n

1)<\/b>Hot topics discussed and debated<\/b><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s even more to talk about now the summit is in its third year. That\u2019s why we\u2019re pleased to have the event running across two days rather than one.\u00a0 By expanding the duration, it means we can do even more topics justice.<\/p>\n

Indeed, there are 18 sessions across the two days, with three learning tracks \u2013 Infinite Possibilities, Infinite Ecosystem and Infinite Growth \u2013 so that we really can quench your thirst for knowledge.<\/p>\n

There will be plenty of talk, as well as answers to questions around cloud generally, AI, analytics, BI, blockchain, cyber security, IaaS, IoT, SaaS, XaaS and more.<\/p>\n

2)<\/b>Feast on more than just information<\/b><\/h2>\n

While we know the main reason you would want to attend the summit is to feed your hunger for knowledge, we also know how important it is to relax in between the two days.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also important we take time to reflect as individuals and as an industry collective on our achievements and successes.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why, this year, we will be hosting a luxury gala dinner in the spectacular Grand Ballroom. In addition to a delicious dinner in a fantastic setting, we will also host our first partner awards and recognition ceremony.<\/p>\n

3)<\/b>Myths debunked<\/b><\/h2>\n

The world of technology innovation moves at a rapid pace and it can be very easy to get swept along in the sea of hype. But jumping on the next big thing for the sake of it rather than with a reasoned business case can be a very dangerous thing indeed for businesses.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why, in addition to talking about myriad of benefits on offer, we will also be talking honestly about the challenges and how you can best overcome them or navigate your way away from them altogether.<\/p>\n

4)<\/b>Networking opportunities galore<\/b><\/h2>\n

More than 350 like-minded individuals will be attending the event. That\u2019s a fantastic opportunity to network, exchange ideas and opinions and bounce ideas off of one another.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s very often the connections made through networking opportunities like this that really give you the insight and additional support you need to drive your business into its next phase of success.<\/p>\n

5)<\/b>World-class speakers<\/b><\/h2>\n

This year\u2019s event is hosted by Alex Hilton, CEO of the Cloud Industry Forum (CIF). He\u2019ll be joined by some really engaging keynote speakers who will all give their perspective on the world of cloud. That\u2019s in addition to some really enticing breakout sessions that offer deeper dives on certain subjects.<\/p>\n

Nimesh Dav\u00e9, executive vice president of global cloud at Ingram Micro will be joined by other industry luminaries such as:<\/p>\n

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  • Alexis Conran, TV presenter and former conman, best known for presenting The Real Hustle<\/i><\/li>\n
  • James Chadwick, director of channel sales at Microsoft<\/li>\n
  • Ronan McCurtin, vice president of northern Europe at Acronis<\/li>\n
  • Richard Agnew, vice president of EMEA at Code42<\/li>\n
  • Tim Britt, head of UK channel at Dropbox Business<\/li>\n
  • Scott Murphy, director of cloud and advanced solutions at Ingram Micro<\/li>\n
  • Leigh Schvartz, head of cloud and MSP offerings at Fujitsu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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