We have secured top vendors in the NZ technology sector who will share insights into how the tertiary sector has responded outside of NZ to cope and adjust in these testing times.

There will also be time for breakout sessions for attendees as a sector to come together and review their own New Zealand specific challenges

Michael Boots is an Unstructured Data Manager at Pure Storage Australia and New Zealand. Michael has almost 20 years’ experience in the IT industry in consulting, sales, and leadership roles across major technology vendors. 

In this session we will cover how Pure is helping our customers add a new last line in their defence in depth cyber strategy – focused on getting a business back to operational status in the wake data loss or encryption via a cyber breach. 

As we navigate this age of ‘remote work and learning’, we’re witnessing a rise in the demand for flexible and agile technologies that enable the staff and students to be effective in the office, at home or anywhere in between. Join us to learn how you can design an effective remote strategy and unlock new possibilities in the digital future.

With over 20 years in the IT industry, Phil is Dell New Zealand’s Client Technologist, with a focus on Global end user trends, modern management and supporting Customers through modern workforce transformation.  Phil also supports Dell’s 2030 Moonshot goals, with a specific passion and focus for delivering a modern, yet sustainable workspace.