Cloud services are now crucial for global businesses, driving innovation through modernised apps, AI services, and more. However, this rapid growth brings significant challenges such as rising costs, new business risks, and pressure on traditional management practices. To address these, new disciplines like FinOps and GreenOps have emerged, along with efforts to manage BYOL licenses, SaaS applications, and digital employee experiences.
This summit focuses on the challenges and trends of Cloud impacting ITAM and the imperative information Asset Managers need to understand to survive today and thrive tomorrow.
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Day 1 |
14:00 - 14:10 | Welcome & Introduction Kelly Yip, ITAM Forum |
14:10 - 14:30 | Connecting the dots: SAAS, Cloud and On-premise Kelly Yip, ITAM Forum |
14:30 - 15:00 | Leveraging FinOps for AI workloads Oleksiy Akimov & Christoph Alkofer, Deloitte - Curious about how leading organizations are managing and reducing AI-related costs while driving innovation? Want to explore proven strategies for reducing the cost of AI workloads without compromising performance? Join Oleksiy and Christoph from Deloitte for an insightful discussion that delves into the intricacies of FinOps and AI workload cost optimization. In this talk we will cover: • The high cost drivers of AI workloads, including data transfers, specialized hardware and model retraining. • Effective strategies for managing these costs, such as leveraging and optimizing data management. • Practical approaches to fostering a cost-conscious culture and implementing FinOps practices in your organization. Bringing a wealth of experience and innovative insights, Christoph and Oleksiy will provide practical tips and real-world examples to help you navigate the complexities of AI cost management. |
15:00 - 15:30 | Cloud Cost Optimization for Java Workloads: Practical Tips for Reducing Cloud Waste John Ceccarelli, Azul - More than ever, the intersection of ITAM and FinOps is becoming the epicenter for controlling an enterprise’s IT spending. With the switch to cloud, ITAM needs to work with FinOps and Engineering to maximize cost efficiency and asset utilization. And a large part of that IT spending is on Java workloads. Increasingly, enterprises are switching to run their Java programs on to a High-Performance Java Platform to deliver lower costs and better customer experience. In this event you’ll learn what High-Performance Java Platforms are and how they solve the unique challenges of optimizing Java spend in the cloud. |
15:30 - 16:00 | ITAM & FinOps: A Unified Approach for IT Cost Optimisation Chris Savvides, ServiceNow - ServiceNow will explore how a comprehensive strategy for ITAM and FinOps can deliver on Business Value and alignment. Controlling Cloud spend or enhancing efficiency? YES Streamlining operations or ensure cloud governance? YES Efficient hybrid IT management is a cornerstone in the ever-evolving technological landscape, demanding the seamless integration of on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. Join ServiceNow’s ITAM expert; Chris Savvides, as he delves into how customers tackle Cloud Cost Spend with ServiceNow. Chris will discuss how business alignment and governance across the disciplines of FinOps, ITAM, ITSM can achieve greater efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and agility in their IT operations |
16:00 - 16:30 | Unlocking Value: When ITAM meets FinOps Mark Bradley, Flexera - A new era of ITAM and FinOps is emerging. But how does ITAM connect with evolving AI and sustainability? Get ready for the future of IT by joining Flexera’s Mark Bradley, Senior Manager, Product Management to discover how to achieve complete visibility across your on-premises, cloud and SaaS environments. See how to optimize your IT operations and unlock hidden cost savings through effective BYOL license management and SaaS optimization—and start saying goodbye to the significant challenges posed by rising costs, intricate licensing models and security threats. |
16:30 - 17:00 | Q&A & Close |
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“This was excellent! I am going to go back and rewatch on-demand. Loved all segments presented.”
“Really good & interactive.”
”The session was very informative with excellent examples.”