On behalf of IAOP's Southern California and Cloud Computing chapters, you are cordially invited to attend "Driving Value: Leveraging the Cloud."

Many companies are responding to global economic challenges with cloud computing. This flexible technology platform is more agile than many alternatives but not without implementation challenges.

How can your company reap the benefits of the cloud while mitigating its risks? "Driving Value: Leveraging the Cloud" will provide CIOs and other senior-level decision makers with practical, best-practice information necessary to build an effective cloud computing strategy.

Here's what you can expect at this information-packed session:

Industry Trends: How Enterprises Are Adopting Cloud
Joe Greco, Cal State University

When and What to Move to the Cloud: Making the Right Decision
Moderated by:
Arijit Sengupta, Beyondcore
Panel:
Shawn McPherron, Fujitsu
Frank Krieger, IBM
Ashok Balasubramanian, Syntel

Adapting Your IT Sourcing Strategy for the Era of Cloud Computing
Amit Singh, Partner, Avasant

Managing Risks and Governance in a Cloud Environment
Russell Weiss, Partner, Morrison & Foerster

Cloud Implementation Stories – Case Studies
Amanda Sweeney, Director, Petco Animal Supplies