IBM is merging all of its major technology events into a first-of-its-kind conference and it’s almost here. The IBM Think 2018 Conference is only a few weeks away (March 19 -22 in Las Vegas) and will be a gathering point for professionals from around the world to explore leading innovations in the world of business and technology. This post will explore what you can expect at the Think 2018 Conference.

Why Think 2018?

IBM Think 2018 is intended to integrate content and solutions to better accommodate the evolving challenges that organizations face from a technological perspective.

What to Expect: Think 2018 Conference

A Lot of Walking

First of all, this event is going to be big. Very big. IBM is projecting 40,000+ attendees which is roughly triple the size of World of Watson 2016. So make sure you pack comfortable shoes, and download the event app to help you navigate the many sessions and events.

Solution Campuses

Because of the scale of the event, IBM has created four central areas called Campuses to help you find your way. Each Campus has a specific technology focus and will feature activities including sessions, networking events, expert talks, innovators, demonstrations, education, food and beverages, and more. The four Campus focus areas are:

Cloud and Data
Modern Infrastructure
Security and Resiliency
Business and AI

Analytics

Think 2018 is the destination to see what’s inside the labs for IBM analytics and cloud solutions. At the Business and AI, and Cloud and Data campuses you can join scores of sessions, presentations, technical labs, and more. If you aren’t sure which sessions to attend, be sure to check out our top analytics session recommendations to help get you started.

The Future of Cognos

The road-map for Cognos Analytics will be a especially relevant for many customers. IBM will provide attendees with an inside the labs look at future enhancements of the tool. Also, there will be dozens of Cognos-specific sessions and training opportunities to boost your technical competency.

Customer Reception

Join PMsquare at the iconic Foundation Room in Mandalay Bay. Our annual client appreciation event is a longstanding tradition at IBM conferences and a great opportunity to network and meet with your IBM and PMsquare account executives. Contact us today for your complimentary invitation: PMsquare customer reception.

Thrive in Action

We are excited to debut the latest version of our analytics solution – Thrive. While at the expo be sure to stop by our booth #716 to explore how Thrive delivers vital stats on user engagement and technology adoption.

Speakers

IBM Think 2018 has an impressive lineup of presenters and keynote speakers. Just to name a few: IBM Chairman and CEO Ginny Rometty, Physicist and Futurist Dr. Michio Kaku, CNN Executive Producer and Host Lisa Ling, Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. Check out the full list here: speakers.

Entertainment

From the Grammy award-winning band Train, or the avant-garde duo The Chainsmokers, to the celebrated Bare Naked Ladies, the Think 2018 conference offers exceptional live entertainment.

Learning Opportunities

Since it’s an IBM conference, training and technical certification will be central to the Think 2018 conference. Branded as Think Academy, you can sit in on labs, and obtain a certification in 100s of different courses. In addition, DevZones will be offering quick labs in emerging technology and you can talk with technology leaders at Ask the Expert Stations. Most of these sessions require advanced registration so make sure sure you sign up early for any classes you are interested in.

Conclusion

We are excited to sponsor the IBM Think 2018 conference and look forward to all the innovations and developments in store. Make sure to stop by our booth #716 if you are planning to attend. You can meet with one of our solution architects to discuss your analytics objectives and how we can help optimize your solution. Contact us for more details. Subscribe to our e-newsletter for more technical articles and updates delivered directly to your inbox.

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Next Steps

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What to Expect from IBM Think 2018