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Wednesday, November 13
 

1:00pm PST

[Virtual] OPEN SESSION (CloudX): You Don’t Need to Be Apple: Innovate Small. Modernize Big.
Wednesday November 13, 2024 1:00pm - 1:25pm PST
Collin Pike, Point of Rental Software, Chief Architect and Head of Cloud Engineering

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology, it's easy to get caught up in the race for the latest and greatest innovations. However, true success lies not in mirroring the giants but in strategically enhancing your products to meet your customers' needs effectively. This session, "You Don't Need to be Apple: Innovate Small. Modernize Big.," delves into the importance of prioritizing improvements in ease of deployment, scalability, and usability over the pursuit of cutting-edge technology in every aspect of your platform.

This session will explore the pitfalls of blindly chasing the latest trends and the benefits of focusing on merging those trends into incremental innovation. Attendees will gain valuable insights into:

- Understanding Customer Needs as an Engineer:
Discover why understanding your customers' pain points and addressing them through incremental improvements is key to long-term success.

- Prioritizing Usability and Scalability:
Learn how prioritizing ease of deployment and scalability can lead to greater customer satisfaction and retention, even without the flashiest features.

- Balancing Innovation with Practicality:
Explore strategies for striking the right balance between innovation and practicality, ensuring that your cloud products remain relevant and competitive without overextending your resources.

- Case Studies and Best Practices:
Dive into real-world case studies and best practices from companies that have successfully modernized their cloud products by focusing on incremental innovation and customer-centric improvements.

Whether you're a startup looking to establish a foothold in the market or a seasoned player aiming to stay ahead of the curve, "You Don't Need to be Apple: Innovate Small. Modernize Big." will equip you with the insights and strategies needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving cloud ecosystem. Discover how prioritizing the right kind of innovation can propel your cloud products to new heights of success.
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Collin Pike

Chief Architect and Head of Cloud Engineering, Point of Rental Software
With expertise in IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity, Collin specializes in designing secure, scalable cloud architectures and leading high-impact teams towards achieving compliance with top industry standards. He actively contributes to technology and security... Read More →
Wednesday November 13, 2024 1:00pm - 1:25pm PST
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