Join Capito and CompanyNet as we cut through the marketing and look beyond the buzzwords at the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation, and what it means for you as an IT professional.

9 out of 10 businesses that embark on a digital transformation journey don't get beyond the starting blocks. Yet with pressures like GDPR and the end of support for Windows 7, many organisations now need to make the move.

At this event, you will hear from expert speakers on best practice approaches to making a success of implementing your Microsoft Modern Workplace in the real world, for real users.

Who is it for?

This event is for you if you are an IT decision-maker interested in learning more about the Microsoft 365 digital transformation journey, from enablement to exploitation. Whatever stage you're at, we'll help you understand and shape your next steps towards a true Modern Workplace.

What can I expect?

This session will be led by our expert presenters from Capito, CompanyNet, Check Point and Microsoft, with an interactive element that will also let you learn from - and share your experiences with - your peers. The full agenda will be published shortly.

You can also expect tea/coffee and pastries on arrival, as well as a complimentary lunch.

Where's it happening?

This event takes place at Dakota Eurocentral, ideally situated just off the M8 (J7 Eastbound, J6 Westbound), within easy reach of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling. There's plenty of free on-site parking.

How much is it?

There is no cost to attend this event; however, to manage numbers, we do ask that you register in advance.

We expect this event to be popular, so if you find that you can't make the event after having reserved a place, please be sure to let us know.

We look forward to welcoming you to an informative and interactive session!

AGENDA

Introduction and Facilitation: Mark Gibson (Managing Director) from Capito

The Microsoft Modern Workplace: Microsoft

To set the scene, Blair Lochrie (Technology Strategist) from Microsoft will explore the company's perspective on the Modern Workplace, and why each organisation's experience is unique.

Enablement: Capito

As desktop users become more mobile, they expect to be productive whenever and wherever they have a chance to collaborate. Your company also gains a competitive edge by fostering their agility, productivity and teamwork. How can you give users a great desktop experience anytime, anywhere, without comprising the security of your environment? Join Mark Graham (Microsoft Consultant) from Capito who will show you the core steps and processes for deployment and management of Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus for the modern workplace.

Security: Check Point

In this session, Mark Mitchell (Security Engineer) will present Check Point’s complementary security technologies which deliver a fully comprehensive suite of tools covering Office 365, Azure Infrastructure, On Premise security and Mobile access. Check Point will discuss the advantages of its centralized management and reporting capabilities across these platforms as well as how to defend infrastructure before, during and after a move into these new environments.

Optimisation: CompanyNet

It’s easy to get swept up in the marketing hype around Office 365, but talk is cheap. Actually making the move to the Microsoft cloud is the point where many organisations stumble. Simon Montgomery (Technical Director) and Howard Thain (Account Director) from CompanyNet will share insights to help make your move to the cloud as smooth as possible. From baselining your current situation to best practice around information management and helping your people adopt the platform, you will learn how to ensure your organisation’s cloud migration goes without a hitch.