| Summary: | Imagine a world where ubiquitous connectivity joins all global citizens to the people, products and services they need - anytime, anyplace and anywhere. This vision of the not-too-distant future is presented in a groundbreaking book titled, Anywhere: how global connectivity is revolutionizing the way we do business, by author Emily Nagle Green. Ms. Green is President and CEO of Yankee Group, a Boston Massachusetts based technology research and consulting firm; leaders in researching global connectivity change. In this program, we'll learn about the "Anywhere Network," and the impact that a totally connected world will have on individuals, businesses and the global economy as a whole. In addition, we'll hear about the specific role CIOs and enterprise IT professionals have in preparing and leading their organizations to capitalize on ubiquitous global connectivity. Track: On the horizon executive briefings that identify emerging technologies and their impact on business. Learning objectives: Understand the "Anywhere Network," and how it will transform business and the global economy. Identify the challenges and risks presented to businesses as they attempt to transform themselves into "Anywhere Enterprises." Discuss the role of the CIO and IT managers in preparing and enabling their organizations to benefit from ubiquitous connectivity.
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