While data informs most 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. Attendees will learn that big data is for everyone, the ins and outs of how to use it, and share what they’ve learned with their companies.

“In today’s fast-paced data-driven business environment, clean, well-organized, and secure data is essential for making informed decisions and staying competitive,” stated ITAG Chair Lisa Van Ess, 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,” said Marianne Stack, Project Director, CCEDC. Keynote Speakers include Seema Kesselring Global VP SAP, and Closing Speaker Dr. Fiona Jamison, CEO, 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. Capacity is limited. To register, and for speaker and agenda updates, visit the TECH360 webpage.

Learn more at the Chester County Economic Development Council, a private, non-profit economic development organization that has promoted smart growth in Chester County and the surrounding region for more than 60 years.