2021 Forrester Outlook on Enterprise Software

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AITP Chicago – 2021 Information Technology Trends

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WHEN:
November 2, 2020 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
WHERE:
Virtual Zoom Meeting
CONTACT:
 William Lam
 Email

AITP Chicago and the Office of the CIO SIG invite you to a Zoom meeting:

Topic:  Key Enterprise Software Trends For 2021 

Liz will discuss major enterprise software trends for 2021. She will overview the current state of enterprise software investments and how plans have and haven’t changed with the pandemic. Liz will also discuss major trends reshaping enterprise applications including cloud, experience, and AI. Finally, Liz will share how software strategies around selection and deployment are changing. You will have an opportunity to ask questions after the formal presentation.

Speaker:   Liz Herbert, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester

 

Liz focuses on the technology services industry, helping clients navigate this fast-changing market and maximize the business value of their technology investments. As a principal analyst, Liz helps clients understand the key dynamics in the enterprise application services market and make smart technology sourcing decisions. Specific topics of focus include SaaS, SAP and Oracle Services, and services for cloud and mobile. Liz has extensive experience helping technology buyers select services partners, manage provider relationships, and negotiate favorable contracts. She also advises technology and technology services vendors on market dynamics, buyer demands, competitive landscape, and go-to-market.

Liz has been a featured speaker at leading industry events such as SaaScon, Nasscom, Society of Information Managers, and World BPO Forum. She has been quoted in leading publications including The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, The New York Times, and CIO Magazine. Liz has been featured as a technology expert on TV news segments, including Bloomberg TV and Boston-based NECN. She was named IIAR Services analyst of the year in 2010.

Previous Work Experience

Prior to joining Forrester in 2002, Liz worked at the US Department of Transportation’s Volpe Center, programming a computer simulator to test equipment for GPS-based ship navigation. Liz also worked as a researcher at the MIT Media Lab, programming “smart” objects that sense and “think” and researching electronic ballot user experience as part of the Caltech/MIT Voting Technology Project. Prior to working at the MIT Media Lab, Liz worked in the COMDEX division of Ziff Davis.

Note: Although our Zoom meetings are usually recorded and made available to AITP Chicago members, Forrester does not allow for free distribution of recorded events. Please attend in person if you can.

Click Here to Register to Receive a Meeting Link      You must register by 10/31 to attend!  The meeting link will be sent out the evening of 10/31 to all registrants.

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Join Us – For Insights on Predictive Analytics

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AITP Chicago AI SIG Meeting on Predictive Analytics

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WHEN:
October 8, 2020 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
WHERE:
Virtual Zoom Meeting

Topic:  How Predictive Analytics is Transforming the Future of Business

Predictive analytics refers to the collective use of statistical algorithms, data mining, machine learning, and predictive modeling to analyze transactional and historical data and forecast future outcomes. Despite sounding like something out of a science fiction novel, the use of predictive analytics can be traced as far back as the 17th century.

Nowadays, advanced predictive analytics techniques have become part of mainstream business, enabling organizations to leverage big data in order to proactively identify risks and opportunities. Modern technology has made predictive analytics more accessible than ever before, and the global predictive analytics market is projected to reach approximately $10.95 billion by 2022.

In his presentation, John will explore the world of predictive analytics — how it works, various predictive analytics techniques, examples by industry, and more.

  • How Predictive Analytics Works
  • Predictive Analytics Modeling Techniques
  • Benefits to Using Predictive Analytics
  • Predictive Analytics Examples by Industry
  • Prescriptive Analytics: The Next Frontier

The presentation will be an overview of the predictive process sprinkled with ‘nuggets’ like distributed data processing (Spark as foundational), like insuring you have a simple means for putting models into production, and  for pursuing models that your customers can interact with directly.

Speaker:  John Young,  VP – Head of Data Science and Machine Learning at Hitachi Solutions America

Practice lead for Data Science and Machine Learning. Work with business clients to envision and frame Use Cases to increase revenue, improve operations, and enhance customer experiences. Developed a complete suite of data science services to craft an analytics strategy, modernize your data environment, build and deploy pipelines, and implement advanced models requiring distributed workloads.

Hands on data scientist working on Azure Cloud using Spark and the Databricks Unified Analytics platform to develop, deploy, and manage machine learning production pipelines. Architected and built end to end solutions from IoT devices to data lakes to ML training and deployments for batch and streaming. Very comfortable in R and Python for single or distributed frameworks.

EDUCATION:  BS, Computer Engineering, Milwaukee School of Engineering; MS, Predictive Analytics, Northwestern University

FUN FACT:  Craft cocktail enthusiast and junior mixologist.

Rethinking Networking: Mastering the Art of Connecting

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AITP Chicago Virtual Chapter Meeting – Rethinking Networking @ Virtual Zoom Meeting

Aug 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Chicago Chapters of AITP and ISACA Invite You to a Virtual Meeting!

                 

Agenda:  Presentation 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM;  Networking Happy Hour 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Topic:  Rethinking Networking:  Mastering the Art of Connecting

Networking. To many, this word elicits unpleasant thoughts and feelings. Maybe you fear it, dread it, or
see it as a necessary evil. If you’re networking aimlessly, out of obligation, or without conviction, odds are
you’re not seeing the benefits you desire.

Maybe it’s time to stop networking and start connecting!

A robust network that you can rely on for information, support, and assistance is a critical asset for career
advancement. Effectively building and connecting with your network will catalyze your successful job
search.

This event is focused on helping you take a fresh look at what networking really means. Learn how to
create an effective strategy for using connections to help you with your transition and throughout your
career. Get tips on how to put your plan into action to get better results and find a job you love.

From this webinar, you will:

  • Understand why connecting with others can be a driving factor in managing your career and / or
    transition
  • Learn the steps for creating a strategy for effective networking and managing your network
  • Discover specific actions you can take to utilize connections to increase your job search success
  • Identify some networking pitfalls and learn how to avoid them

Connections are core to how business gets done.  Embracing the power of connection can empower you
and your search. This presentation will give you specific steps you can take toward accelerating your
search for your next job.

Registration Filled – Click Here to Sign Up for the Waiting List    You must register by 8/17 to attend!

The meeting link will be sent out the evening of 8/17 to all registrants.  If you have not received the link by the morning of 8/18, check your spam folder.  If it is not there, send an email to paul.dittmann@aitpchicago.com and he will email you the link.

Facilitator:  Jill Fahlgren

Jill Fahlgren, Founder of The Possible Life, Inc., is committed to helping professionals  create authentic alignment between person and profession to make the most out of their careers and achieve their best possible life. A certified Executive Coach, she specializes in career management and strategy, leadership development, and team development for leaders and executives across industries. Jill is passionate about working with leaders to propel themselves to reach new heights by digging deeper into their skills, gaps, passions, and challenges.

With 20+ years of experience in coaching, consulting, and technology services, Jill delivers value through
a unique combination of corporate experience and coaching perspective. She has dedicated herself to
helping professionals be intentional and own their career development. Jill guides professionals to build a
foundation for high impact leadership and purposeful career management based on leveraging strengths,
creating and fostering valuable relationships, and utilizing clear and compelling communication. Her work
also supports organizations to create a strategic advantage by fostering high impact and engaged,
committed employees.

Jill is a Certified Coach through Hudson Institute of Coaching, a highly regarded International Coaching
Federation (ICF) accredited institution. Additionally, she has a BA from Northwestern University and an
MBA from Kellogg School of Management.

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