While data informs the majority of today’s key strategic business decisions, leaders often struggle to keep up with the pace of changing technology and overwhelming options. In response, Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), founded in 1998 as an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), will present the 2024 TECH360 Innovative Business Technology Conference with a theme of Data 360 on Thursday, Nov. 14, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM at Penn State Great Valley.

The full-day tech experience will provide a comprehensive understanding of the entire data lifecycle and feature tech education, leadership, innovation, and networking.

“In today’s fast-paced data-driven business environment, clean, well-organized, and secure data is essential for making informed decisions and staying competitive,” said ITAG Chair Lisa Van Ess, who is Director, People Experience, Ambit, Inc. “This year’s TECH360 conference is designed to help the region’s IT professionals and business leaders manage the entire data lifecycle, from collection to protection, while exploring advanced AI and machine-learning techniques to maximize data value.”

“ITAG events like TECH360 provide unique opportunities for companies and individuals in southeastern Pennsylvania to collaborate and become more effective in an increasingly sophisticated global marketplace,” said Mike Grigalonis, President and COO of CCEDC. “Sharing best practices about data management leads to making better-informed decisions, improving operational efficiencies, learning more about consumer behavior, and providing valuable real-time snapshots of a business.”

“We have assembled nearly a dozen expert speakers, who are among the industry’s top information technology leaders to address the most-requested topics,” stated Marianne Stack, Project Director, CCEDC. Keynote speakers include Seema Kesselring, Global VP of SAP, and Closing Speaker Dr. Fiona Jamison, CEO of Spring International.

Topics include:

• Comprehensive data strategies – developing a digital thread
• Software development with Snowflake
• Leveraging a data warehouse
• Preparing data for AI applications
• People analytics
• Data-driven supply chain in pharma

TECH360 will be held at Penn State Great Valley, 30 Swedesford Road, Malvern. Free parking is available. Individual and group early-bird tickets are available until Oct. 11. Capacity is limited. To register, and for speaker and agenda updates, visit TECH360.

TECH360 is a program of the Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), and is driven by the volunteer efforts of numerous public, private, and educator organizations, along with public and private investments. 

The Chester County Economic Development Council is a private, non-profit economic development organization promoting smart growth in Chester County and the surrounding region for more than 60 years. The CCEDC provides proven financing solutions, cultivates workforce talent, leverages business partnerships, and fosters entrepreneurial collaboration. Together, with the support of the private and public sectors, CCEDC initiates, implements, and innovates programs that improve the business community and enhance the quality of life in Chester County. For more information, visit CCEDC.

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