IBM Forum 06 ran in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland in October 2006 and attracted attendees with both an IT and business orientation. Forum registrations came from a diverse range of New Zealand enterprises of all sizes & from all sectors. IBM Forum featured:
Keynote speech from David Skilling, CEO of the New Zealand Institute, who talked about improving New Zealand's future economic performance.
Case studies from organisations such as Farmers’ Trading Company, Canterbury District Health Board, Housing New Zealand, Yakka, Toyota Financial Services, TelstraClear, SVS, Vero and The University of Auckland.
Sessions included Security in the Digital Age, Ageing Workforce and Corporate Compliance.
Interactive demonstrations included RFID technology, IP Communications, Collaboration and Information Management.
The day's agenda included thought leadership presentations, NZ case-studies and real world examples of results through innovation.
Quotes from attendees
"Well done, best forum/seminar I have attended so far" - Senior Business Analyst
"Fantastic Keynote and some topics outstanding – well done!" - ICT Manager
"Case studies were very good, 45min sessions good time period" - IT Infrastructure Manager
"An excellent event" - Chief Information Officer
"Great format and lots to see and hear. Good broad range or topics and speakers." - Business Development Manager
"Registration was super easy" - Manager Business Systems
"Excellent venue, breakout times, presenters and exhibits. I like the hands on exhibits." - Database Administrator
"Found the information provided/available very useful." - Manager Finance & IT
