Cost Control

Overview

For many technology leaders, workplace modernisation is no longer a one-off migration from legacy desktops to the cloud. It has become a continuous operating challenge.

Hybrid work, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Intune, legacy VDI, Citrix/VMware estates, security controls and rising cloud costs are now all part of the same problem: how do you give users a better workplace experience without making IT operations harder, slower and more expensive?

In 2026, the pressure is sharper. IT teams are being asked to reduce infrastructure cost, simplify desktop and endpoint management, improve governance, support hybrid and distributed teams, and prepare for AI-enabled workplace use cases, often without extra headcount.

This roundtable will bring together senior IT, infrastructure, cloud and workplace technology leaders to discuss how they are reducing operational complexity, improving automation and visibility, and building workplace operating models that can keep evolving without becoming a permanent drain on IT teams.

Discussion points:

Reducing Azure, VDI and workplace technology cost without hurting user experience

Managing AVD, Windows 365, Intune and legacy desktop environments without adding operational overhead

Moving away from heavy Citrix/VMware dependency where it no longer makes commercial sense

Improving visibility, automation and governance across hybrid workplace environments

Supporting contractors, remote teams and distributed users without manual provisioning pain

Preparing workplace operations for AI-enabled workflows, new identity models and more dynamic user demand

What to expect

• Networking Peer-Driven
• Discussions Interactive
• Senior Executives 10+
• Hours

What we will cover

• 1. The Evolving Role of the Network in Digital Strategy How connectivity is becoming central to enabling digital transformation and innovation.
• 2. Security and Identity in Always-On Environments Managing access, identity, and trust in increasingly distributed and automated systems.
• 3. Integrating Platforms, Partners and Data Flows Building scalable ecosystems that connect internal systems with external partners and platforms.
• 4. Scaling Innovation Without Losing Control Supporting AI and digital initiatives while maintaining governance, security, and compliance.
• 5. Supporting AI and Real-Time Workloads Ensuring infrastructure can handle increasing data volumes, speed, and complexity.

Agenda

• 11:45 am Delegates arrival Registration(Factor Hour)
• 0:15 pm Welcome Drinks and Refreshments(Factor Hour)
• 0:30 pm Opening Remarks(Factor Hour)
• 0:45 pm Interactive Discussions(Factor Hour)
• 2:00 pm Closing Remarks(Factor Hour)
• 2:05 pm Networking Drinks and End Of Session(Factor Hour)

Partners

• Nerdio

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