Data Center World Keynote Session: (Re)Empowering IT
Greg Papadopoulos, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer and
Executive Vice President of Research and Development,
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Tuesday, March 10
7:45-9:00am
The ever-changing landscape of the IT infrastructure has left data center managers
with a myriad of hardware and software architectures. Trying to standardize
all of this has frequently put IT at odds with individual business departments and
their unique environments. But today, it doesn’t have to be that way.
New and easily implementable technologies allow IT to “own” and manage this
complicated data center infrastructure while providing end users the opportunity
to develop and even operate in separate environments.
Virtualization, cloud computing, open source software and other new or nontraditional
IT technologies now have a place in the data center. Learn how to
implement them safely, securely and easily – and most importantly, with little or no
disruption to your existing operation and infrastructure.
Bringing these latest technologies into your data center will allow end users and
developers to get what they need, when they need it, and at the same time (re)
empower IT with ownership of the data center infrastructure.
About Greg Papadopoulos
As chief technology officer and executive vice president of
research and development at Sun Microsystems,
Greg Papadopoulos directs the company’s approximately $2 billion
R&D portfolio with an eye toward innovation, simplicity and
eco-responsibility. With more than 20 years’ experience in the
technology industry, Papadopoulos is responsible for managing
Sun’s technology decisions and architecture. His team leads Sun
Labs, global engineering architecture and advanced development
programs. He holds a bachelor’s degree in systems science from the
University of California, San Diego, and master’s and doctoral
degrees in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT.
THE PEER CONNECTION PROGRAM
BUILDING LASTING RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR PEERS
AFCOM’s Peer Connection Program offers unique opportunities throughout the conference to network with experienced and knowledgeable colleagues.
New Attendee Welcome Session
Monday, March 9, 3:15–3:45pm
If you are a first-time attendee, or have not attended DCW in a few years, attend this session and learn how to make the most out of your conference experience. Use this time to mingle with other first-time attendees and make lasting relationships. Learn how attending this conference will leave you with fresh ideas, cost-saving solutions and a better understanding of what’s ahead for your data center.
Peer Connection Luncheon
Sponsored by CTI
Tuesday, March 10, 11:45am–1:00pm
Education and peer relations are the main reasons people attend Data Center World. The Peer Connection Luncheon offers the opportunity to do both, as attendees learn from each other through a discussion of several hot topics over lunch. Connectivity Technologies, a strategic partner of AFCOM, sponsors this luncheon. Use this opportunity to network with others and develop invaluable contacts that you can use for support and resources throughout your career.
DCW Expo Cocktail Reception and Raffle Kick-Off
Tuesday, March 10, 3:45–7:00pm
Join your colleagues and develop new friends while discovering technology solutions and building strategic vendor alliances. As you walk the exhibit hall and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, be sure to check out the raffle prizes at the booths of sponsoring exhibitors.
DCW Expo Lunch and Raffle Drawing
Wednesday, March 11, 11:45am–3:00pm
Lunch is provided in the expo hall, allowing ample time to visit with leading data center vendors who offer superior solutions for your technology needs. Enter your raffle tickets at an exhibiting sponsor’s booth for your chance to win one of several exciting prizes.
Swinging Sixties Closing Reception
Hosted by AFCOM and Sponsored by CTI
Wednesday, March 11, 7:00–10:00pm
The bubble gum skirts and soda pop fountains in the early Sixties eventually gave way to a decade defined by political and social change…expressed in music, movements and a desire for change. AFCOM would like to invite you to join us and celebrate one of the most memorable decades in history, The Sixties, and take a wonderful opportunity to “chill out” and network with your fellow peers.
Open Forum Closing Session: How to Cut Costs in Your Data Center Without Compromising Efficiency
Thursday, March 12, 11:00am–12:00pm
The economic downturn over the past few months has been problematic for many organizations. CEOs and business leaders are asking everybody to cut budgets. Many data center managers are not only facing budget cuts, but are being asked to go green, maintain government regulations, keep operations running 24/7, and stay prepared for any disaster or emergency. How can all of this be done without spending more? Join your peers and a panel of experts in this interactive closing session about how to cut costs in your data center without compromising efficiency.
