Geek Speak Virtual: The Experts Debate the Consumerization of IT

How are companies in the real world dealing with employees who want to bring their own devices to work? Is it all hype or is it real and unstoppable? How can you support your users and also remain secure? Listen to four mobility thought leaders debate the issues and solutions.

This live discussion will give you insight into what is needed to secure consumer device environments, what really shouldn’t be supported, and other key considerations. Participate in a live audience Q&A with the speakers and online chat with other attendees.

What you will learn

• User preference: Hosted remote apps vs. native apps
• BYO: Security horror stories and how to avoid them
• Mobile device management: is it required?
• What level of investment is required to support consumer devices
• Important considerations before you make the move

Speakers

Steve Greenberg, Senior Consultant, ThinClient Computing, CTP
Andrew Wood, Analyst at The Virtualization Practice
Chris Fleck, VP of Mobility, Citrix
Jim Moyle, Solutions Consultant, Atlantis Computing, CTP
Laura Whalen, Sr Manager, Community Programs, Citrix