The "How-To" Guide to Cognitive Business Transformation
Session ID: KEY-3881 (link) | 2016-10-24 | 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
IBM Global Business Services is working with clients on hundreds of Watson projects and has been able to distill the patterns of success. These renowned companies from diverse industries are focused on the three categories of digital transformation and disruption: reinventing the experience of their clients and employees, automating operational processes with cognitive computing, and creating new value by monetizing data and engagement. Hear from organizations that are seeing the benefits of cognitive transformation today. Wherever you are in your cognitive journey, you'll leave better prepared to lead your company into a digitally designed cognitive future.
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Udo Neumann, Daimler Financial Services
Glenn Finch, IBM Global Business Services
Jesus Mantas, IBM Global Business Services
Janet Marzett, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
Welcome to the World of Watson
Session ID: KEY-3929 (link) | 2016-10-25 | 09:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Just five years after the world was introduced to Watson, this one-time researcher?s dream has evolved from winning game shows to helping people work better, live better and even live longer. Don?t miss the Opening Session of World of Watson where Senior Vice President and head of IBM Research, Dr. John Kelly, will be joined by leading experts including Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas Friedman to explore the exciting ways that Watson, cognitive systems and AI are changing the world we live in. The possibilities are limitless. What will you do with Watson?
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Thomas Friedman, The New York Times
John Kelly III, IBM
Putting More Data and Teams to Work
Session ID: KEY-3930 (link) | 2016-10-25 | 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
We all have access to more data than ever before. But are you putting it to work for you? Join IBM Senior Vice President of Analytics Bob Picciano as he shares real-world stories from customers who are working with IBM to take data and analytics to the next level, from process automation to scaling knowledge and insight-driven action that empowers individuals at every level.
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Developing for a Cognitive Era
Session ID: KEY-3932 (link) | 2016-10-24 | 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Through new APIs and services, developers can build systems that see, hear and talk. And now, machine learning and data analytics services enable developers to build systems that actually understand. Join this session to learn from what others have done and start out on your own path to discover how and what you can build in this new cognitive era.
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Reimagining Professions
Session ID: KEY-3933 (link) | 2016-10-25 | 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
What powers successful companies? People do. And people working with cognitive systems unleash the potential to make our best work even better. Cognitive systems will shape the work we do, free us from routine tasks and make our careers more enriching and successful. Ready to deliver a great client experience, hire top talent that?s a perfect match for your organization or optimize your supply chain? Attend this session and learn how to outthink limits ? with Watson.
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Keynote
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Introductory
Catching the Wave of Disruption with Watson Internet of Things
Session ID: KEY-3934 (link) | 2016-10-25 | 03:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Cognitive IoT can turn complexity and scale into digital intelligence and competitive advantage, which is why leaders are embracing it to fundamentally change how they operate their businesses and engage with customers. From the largest carmaker in India making 1.5 million cars per year to a global facilities services company serving 1.2 million meals per day, the IoT is a business priority across every industry. Organizational theory guru Geoffrey Moore will explain how you can catch this wave of disruption and use it as a catalyst for reinvention and growth.
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Keynote
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Introductory
A World With Watson
Session ID: KEY-3935 (link) | 2016-10-26 | 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
?In five years, there is no doubt in my mind that cognitive computing will impact every decision,? says IBM Chairman, President and CEO, Ginni Rometty, who will be the featured keynote speaker at this standout session. Bringing cognitive capabilities to digital business will change the way we work and help solve the world?s biggest problems. Don?t miss this opportunity to hear our esteemed guests share how you can become a key player in the cognitive era.
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Keynote
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Introductory
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Ginni Rometty, IBM