Schedule
THURSDAY, JUNE 17 | 9:00 - 12:30 est
9:00 – 9:10
IT industry outlook
Hear from business Executive and IT industry leader Mark Ciprietti on how IT is evolving to help businesses drive their most important goals – profitability, agility, scalability, and resiliency.
9:10 – 9:40
Top tech talk
What to look for in the workstations that run your CAD/CAM and other software (RAM, processing speed, etc), how to reconfigure existing systems for efficiency and work anywhere flexibility, and the top workstation accessories your Architects and Engineers will love.
9:40 – 10:05
Elevate productivity – while working anywhere
Find out how IT can boost the productivity of your organization. In this session learn about industry best practices for collaboration and productivity – including a demo of the popular Microsoft 365 platform.
10:05 – 10:30
Getting the most out of the cloud
Get the 101 on cloud, understand how to identify which cloud option is best for you (if any!), and gain insights into overcoming the biggest misconceptions, bad surprises, and regrets businesses have when they move to the cloud.
10:30 – 10:45
Break
10:45 – 11:30
KEYNOTE
The strategic way to address cybersecurity
Security is the leading IT concern for businesses, yet the majority of businesses report feeling overwhelmed when it comes to addressing security. In our Keynote address, hear from influential CISO Ken Muir on the current threat landscape and how to respond. Learn the lifecycle approach to your security and how to strategically prioritize your budget for maximum ROI.
11:30 – 12:00
Building business resilience
Hear from our panel on protecting your data, overcoming downtime and disasters, and preparing for ransomware.
12:00 – 12:30
Self-directed Q&A
Freely join topic related Q&A chats led by subject matter experts and network with other attendees.
Meet our Keynote Speaker
ken muir, cHEIF iNFOMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Ken Muir is a globally recognized leader in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. vCISO, author, speaker, research contributor, and think tank member, Ken has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Cybersecurity Thought Leaders in 2020.
Ken Muir has nearly 30 years of experience in cybersecurity and holds two of the top globally recognized certifications from Information Systems Audit and Control Association, Inc. (ISACA). In his career, Ken has served as Chief Information Security Officer to a multitude of companies and has worked on national security projects for Canada and the United States.
Ken is a thought leader on topics surrounding cybersecurity, including the importance of building a solid cybersecurity strategy, cyber warfare, cyber-criminal enterprises, nation-state espionage, and Deep Learning AI for cybersecurity. Ken is a member of the EC-Council Global Advisory Board and involved in the Global AI Think Tank. He is a research contributor and his insights have been published in 2021 Predictions, Top 100 Thought Leaders, Top Cybersecurity Magazine, IT World Canada and other publications. Ken has been a featured speaker at dozens of both private and public sector events, most recently for the Global Counter Terrorism Council.
Ken is currently involved in a global committee developing recommendations for an update to the Centre for Internet Security Critical Security Controls, a global standard that will come out in 2021.
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ABOUT ABLE ONE
Able One is an end-to-end IT solutions provider based in Kitchener, ON. For 30+ years we have been helping clients solve their most complex IT challenges and optimize their IT infrastructure and operations through our Managed Services, Professional Services, and Technology Consulting & Acquisition Services solutions. We are a certified IT services provider and technology reseller. We consult and work with an extensive network of non-exclusive partners to source and deliver the best solutions to our clients.