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What is IBM PULSE 2008? IBM PULSE 2008 is the first global conference that will bring together over 3,500 heritage and new Tivoli customers and business partners, along with the industry’s top visionary leaders and thinkers on asset and service management solutions that can help you unlock innovation in your organization—solutions that give you the Visibility, Control, and Automation across your business and technology assets so you can deliver against your key business objectives. When is IBM PULSE 2008 and where?
IBM PULSE 2008 will be held May 18-22, 2008 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida, USA. Who should attend PULSE 2008?
- IT professionals—IT managers and directors, System and network administrators, systems analysts and architects, and systems engineers—interested in learning how to manage their infrastructure, operations and IT processes, to more effectively deliver services aligned to their business goals.
- Wireless, wireline, and cable Communications Service Providers—network operations managers and executives, enterprise sales executives, customer care and COOs—looking for the most effective solutions to monitor and manage critical services in order to accelerate time to market for new services, improve network efficiency, reduce operating costs, and increase customer satisfaction.
- Plant operations professionals—plant, manufacturing and operations managers and directors—interested in optimizing the performance and increasing the ROI of systems they already have in place, reducing manufacturing cycle times while improving quality, and successfully managing assets and aligning them with their overall business strategy.
- IBM business partners seeking ways to increase competitive advantage by learning about the latest Tivoli technology and solutions.
- Anyone interested in learning more about how IBM’s asset and service management solutions can help unlock innovation, create competitive advantage and accelerate business growth.
What kinds of programs will be offered at this conference?
IBM Pulse 2008 will deliver all of the value you’ve come to expect from our prior IBM conferences and much more.
- We will showcase real-world demonstrations of our newest solutions, including those integrated from recent acquisitions.
- We will share our vision, strategies and product roadmaps to help you chart your roadmap for success.
- You will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and a broad audience of users and partners to hear first-hand about the experiences and best practices of industries from around the world.
- And once again, we will offer free certification and hands-on instruction in our labs, showing you how to create a more efficient and effective IT organization.
- Attending Pulse 2008 will help ensure you have your finger on the pulse of your industry and your business nervous system.
Why was the decision made to combine the conferences?
The decision to host a global conference is a powerful demonstration of IBM’s commitment to Service and Asset Management and to you, our valued customers and partners. It is also a testament to the convergence taking place in our industry. Being part of a larger event gives you access to the premier visionary leaders and thinkers in service and asset management; top industry experts and IBM executives; a broader audience of users including IT, service providers and enterprise asset managers; and high quality content at every level—whether in general sessions or breakouts. At this conference, you’ll be exposed to a wealth of individuals who truly have their pulse on what’s happening today in service and asset management. If you want to be In Touch, In Tune and In Sync, attend this conference. That’s why it was created. Will the pricing structure be similar to what I’ve come to expect from Tivoli Technical User Conferences?
Conference registration details for end users and partners are being finalized. We are committed to creating a competitive pricing structure and a conference that delivers a valuable return on your investment. My primary reason for attending the Tivoli Technical User Conference is the deep dive technical training. Will that still be offered?
Technical education, certification, and meeting with subject matter experts & developers will continue to be an integral part of IBM Pulse 2008. The conference will provide you with the education and training you need to enhance your technical skills. I need to keep up on the latest technologies and offerings from IBM and business partners, and always get a lot out of the Expo and product demos. Will there still be product demos?
With an estimated 3,500 attendees and an even larger Expo Center, IBM Pulse 2008 will have even more IBM and business partner exhibitors, along with even more product demos. The hands-on labs are invaluable. Will they still be available?
Hands-on instruction in our labs will be an essential component of IBM Pulse 2008. Certification testing is a huge benefit of the Tivoli conference. Is that being offered? Yes, free certifications will be offered just as they have been at past Tivoli Technical User Conferences. What about the Birds of a Feather sessions?
Birds of a Feather sessions will continue to be a vital component of this new global conference. It’s helpful to hear the latest on Tivoli strategy and product roadmaps from IBM executives. Will there be there the same level of executive presence at IBM Pulse 2008?
Being part of a larger event gives you access not only to IBM executives, but to the premier visionary leaders and thinkers in service management, and top industry experts. Given the size of this conference, the IBM executive presence will be even stronger. You will also have the opportunity to connect with top subject matter experts and IBM executives one-on-one. Will there be a Business Partner Day?
Yes. There is an event being planned for Sunday, May 18th, exclusively for business partners. It is designed to provide our partners with insight on how to increase differentiation in the marketplace by learning more about the full breadth of Tivoli technology and solutions. Will Pulse 2008 provide Business Partner an “invitation in a box” so they can customize invitations for their customers?
Yes. We will provide materials partners can customize to invite their customers to this premier event. Will this be an annual event?
Yes.
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