WES 2008 Track Overview
Architecting and Managing the Wireless Infrastructure
click to collapseAudience: IT Administrators
No two IT infrastructures are exactly the same. IT administrators need to make strategic choices about the best way to roll out and expand their BlackBerry® solution within the scope of their own unique environment and the requirements of their business. This track focuses on need-to-know tools and techniques that make those choices easier for BlackBerry solution administrators. More than 25 sessions focus on building the most flexible, agile and manageable deployments.
Topics will include:
- BlackBerry® Enterprise Server Management
- BlackBerry® Smartphone Tips and Tricks
- BlackBerry Security Safeguards
- BlackBerry Architecture
- BlackBerry Resource Kit
- Troubleshooting for BlackBerry® Internet Service
- Application Deployment
- Deploying and Managing BlackBerry Smartphones
Developing Enterprise Applications
click to collapseAudience: Developers
The demand for wireless applications has never been stronger. Developers are being challenged to support better business processes while also fast tracking application development. This track is ideal for both new and seasoned developers who need to mobilize SAP®, Lotus® Domino® and .NET applications for the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution. Learn how existing tools such as BlackBerry® MDS Studio and Java® frameworks can save time and effort.
Topics will include:
- Developing Applications for the BlackBerry® Solution
- Integrating Location-based Services
- Developing for BlackBerry Smartphones with Microsoft® Visual Studio®
- Best Practices for Java Development
- BlackBerry MDS Studio
- Application Development for IBM® Lotus Domino
- Server Side Push Applications
- Mobilizing Enterprise Applications
- Browser-based Applications
Mobile Insights and Opportunities
click to collapseAudience: Administrators and Architects, Developers and Executives
The mobile industry continues to expand with new products and services that promise to take business efficiency to the next level. Business leaders need to understand how wireless technologies are making a difference in various sectors, markets and across individual business roles and responsibilities. Join leading industry analysts and companies with successful deployments to investigate the promises, ideas, trends, successes and results that are shaping today's wireless industry.
Topics will include:
- Analyst Spotlights
- Location-based Services
- Mobility Planning and Policy
- Unified Communications
- BlackBerry and the Vertical Space
- Sales Force and Field Service with BlackBerry
The BlackBerry Solution and Beyond
click to collapseAudience: Administrators and Architects, Developers and Executives
The BlackBerry® solution continues to define mobility and offer organizations new ways to perform and compete. This track offers a roadmap of the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution to identify where the advances are planned and what they’ll mean to your organization. Attend to get the latest on the BlackBerry solution – from new releases of software and smartphones to advances in unified communications and other converged services.
Topics will include:
- Professional Services, Support and Education for the BlackBerry Solution
- The BlackBerry Smartphone Portfolio
- BlackBerry® Professional Software
- Voice and Mobility - What's next?
- The future of the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution
- BlackBerry® Connect™ Program
- BlackBerry® Authentic Accessories
- BlackBerry® Unite! and BlackBerry® Internet Service
- WLAN
Wireless Solutions Up Close
click to collapseAudience: Administrators and Architects, Developers and Executives
WES sponsors represent the leading edge of development and services available for the BlackBerry solution today. Join a select group of sponsors to hear announcements, case studies and road maps influencing the scope of wireless technology. Breakout sessions will focus on engaging presentations and customers of various solution and service providers - both their experiences and challenges along the way. Demonstration theatres will offer fast-paced overviews of the ways solutions solve business needs and can be adapted to various organizations.
